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Daily Express
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Express
Putrajaya open to petroleum revenue deal for Sabah
Published on: Friday, May 30, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 30, 2025 By: Abbey Junior Text Size: PMO pic KOTA KINABALU: The federal government is open to negotiating a petroleum revenue deal with Sabah, similar to the one in place with Sarawak, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Speaking at the state-level Kaamatan Festival in Penampang, Anwar said he has no objection to Sabah receiving a greater share of oil and gas income, as long as discussions are structured and responsible. 'We did it with Sarawak—why not Sabah? I have no problem,' he said, suggesting that the same federal-state negotiation model could be applied. He emphasised that national, federal, state, and Petronas interests must all be protected. Anwar also criticised politicising the issue, saying progress comes from negotiation, not street-level rhetoric. Addressing Sabah's long-standing frustrations, he acknowledged persistent issues like electricity, clean water, education, healthcare, roads, and poverty. While recognising valid concerns, he urged appreciation of recent development efforts. Sabah currently receives 5pc in petroleum cash payments a deal local leaders have long considered unfair. The state is pushing for a better arrangement under the Malaysia Agreement 1963. Advertisement Anwar said while Sabah's needs are important, the government must also serve other states with limited resources. Still, he reaffirmed the federal commitment to support Sabah's development and address real, ongoing challenges faced by its people. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Daily Express
3 days ago
- Politics
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Anwar denies cover-up of viral corruption video cases
Published on: Friday, May 30, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 30, 2025 By: Abbey Junior Text Size: Anwar giving his speech - Abbey Junior/Daily Express PENAMPANG: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has denied claims of a government cover-up involving viral corruption videos, insisting that all investigations must follow due process. Speaking at the state-level Kaamatan celebration, Anwar said Malaysia is governed by the rule of law, not by perception, slander, or political pressure. He explained that investigations into the videos are already underway, with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) conducting forensic analysis. Anwar noted that prosecutions cannot be based on unverified or potentially AI-altered clips and stressed the importance of legal standards. He reaffirmed that his role is to ensure institutions function independently, warning that mob demands and politicisation could erode public trust. He acknowledged the presence of corruption within the system but said cleaning it up must be done through principled and lawful means. * Read full report in tomorrow's print paper or log in or sign up for e-paper and premium online news access. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
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3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Express
Anwar: Most rural Sabah villages to get solar power by year-end
Published on: Friday, May 30, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 30, 2025 By: Abbey Junior Text Size: PMO pic PENAMPANG: Most rural villages in Sabah will be powered by solar energy by year-end under the Madani solar initiative, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced during the Kaamatan celebration. The initiative aims to install cost-effective matrix solar systems in remote areas, addressing decades-long electricity gaps. Anwar stressed the need for practical solutions over costly, unworkable plans, adding that additional funds will be allocated if needed. He said rural electrification is part of broader efforts to improve water access, education, roads, and poverty in Sabah, reaffirming the government's commitment to fair development and grass roots impact. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Daily Express
26-05-2025
- General
- Daily Express
Minister again assures UMS students
Published on: Monday, May 26, 2025 Published on: Mon, May 26, 2025 By: Abbey Junior Text Size: Shahelmey said JANS and UMS had held a series of meetings to address the situation, with the latest meeting held on Monday. Kota Kinabalu: The prolonged water supply issue at Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) is being addressed, with Sabah Works Minister Datuk Shahelmey Yahya confirming that inflow into the campus reservoir has been consistent in recent days. 'Water supply has recovered over the last two days. Hopefully, it will stabilise for now and in the future,' he said, adding that efforts are underway to ensure the problem does not recur. He said the issue partly stemmed from a faulty indicator in the university's main reservoir, known as R13, which had given inaccurate water level readings. 'The water inflow into R13 has been consistent lately. However, the existing indicator for the tank is no longer accurate. JANS (Water Department) will replace it within three weeks,' he said when contacted following a site inspection at UMS Sunday. 'In the meantime, JANS will supply regular water level information to UMS on an hourly and daily basis. This data will help the university better schedule its pumping operations,' he said. Shahelmey added that earlier this week, one of the campus pumps had broken down, but it has since been repaired. 'Currently, both pumps are operational,' he said. Advertisement R13 has a total capacity of 10 million litres, while UMS also has two other tanks — one holding 6.75 million litres and a newer tank with 3.5 million litres, according to the minister. Shahelmey said JANS and UMS had held a series of meetings to address the situation, with the latest meeting held on Monday. 'Both parties have agreed on an approach to improve the volume of water into R13 and streamline the pumping schedule from the UMS side,' he said. He also expressed concern over an open letter by a UMS student addressed to the Sarawak Premier that went viral, saying he was disappointed to see the matter raised on social media while solutions were being worked on. The student had appealed for intervention over water woes at the campus, sparking widespread online attention. Shahelmey urged all quarters, including students, not to politicise the issue and assured that the government is committed to resolving it. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
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24-05-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Express
Warning against parking at sunset watching spots
Published on: Saturday, May 24, 2025 Published on: Sat, May 24, 2025 By: Abbey Junior Text Size: Kasim reminded that parking in such areas is a traffic offence and causes unnecessary congestion. - Source: Petrofiq Sdn Bhd facebook Kota Kinabalu: Visitors who park their vehicles along the Aeropod flyover or stop by the roadside at Tanjung Aru to watch sunsets are being warned - enforcement action is on the way. Kota Kinabalu District Police Chief ACP Kasim Muda said the police will begin issuing summonses instead of just dispersing the public, following repeated instances of traffic obstruction at these locations. 'For the past two to three weeks, we've been advising and asking people to move along. But from now on, we will take firm action,' he said. The Aeropod flyover has become a popular stop for motorists, many of whom park their vehicles along the emergency lane just to enjoy the view, which overlooks the Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA). However, such stops have created safety concerns. Kasim reminded that parking in such areas is a traffic offence and causes unnecessary congestion. 'This kind of behaviour is dangerous and not allowed. They cannot just stop and park their vehicles there,' he said. Advertisement The warning also follows a fatal motorcycle accident that occurred two weeks ago at Jalan Kepayan, near the Aeropod flyover. A motorcyclist died in the crash, which happened around 10.25pm on May 3. Kasim said similar issues were happening at Tanjung Aru, where people stop by the roadside or even at roundabouts to watch the sunset. 'Many of them don't use the designated parking spaces. We urge them to park properly in lots provided by City Hall or the beach management,' he said. Traffic police will be deployed on weekends and public holidays to monitor both areas and issue summonses. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
