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The Sun
19 hours ago
- General
- The Sun
Perhilitan relocates 25 elephants to reduce human-wildlife conflict
KLUANG: The Department of Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan) has initiated an Integrated Elephant Translocation Operation to move 25 elephants from high-risk conflict zones in Peninsular Malaysia. The operation, running from this month until July next year, prioritises Johor as the first state for relocation efforts. Perhilitan director-general Datuk Abdul Kadir Abu Hashim stated that the programme aims to manage human-elephant conflicts more systematically. 'The operation targets elephant herds that frequently encroach on farms, villages, and residential areas, ensuring safer coexistence between wildlife and communities,' he said during the Johor launch. The translocation involves collaboration with the Elephant Transfer Team from the National Elephant Conservation Centre (NECC) in Kuala Gandah, Pahang, along with wildlife teams from Perak, Kelantan, and Terengganu. Johor Perhilitan leads as the primary coordinator. Advanced technology, including drone surveillance and digital movement mapping, will enhance safety and efficiency. Abdul Kadir emphasised that the initiative supports ecosystem restoration by controlling elephant populations outside natural habitats while collecting scientific data for future conservation policies. From 2020 to 2024, Perhilitan recorded 4,919 human-elephant conflict incidents, causing estimated losses of RM39.4 million, primarily in Johor, Kelantan, Perak, and Pahang. Currently, around 1,300 wild elephants roam Peninsular Malaysia. The programme aligns with national strategies such as the National Elephant Conservation Action Plan (NECAP) and the National Policy on Biological Diversity 2022–2030. Abdul Kadir also acknowledged the Johor state government's RM600,000 funding, reinforcing its commitment to wildlife conservation. - Bernama
New Straits Times
19 hours ago
- General
- New Straits Times
25 elephants to be relocated under nationwide Perhilitan operation
KLUANG: The Department of Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan) has launched a large-scale Integrated Elephant Translocation Operation to relocate 25 elephants from conflict zones across Peninsular Malaysia, starting this month through July next year. Perhilitan director-general Datuk Abdul Kadir Abu Hashim said the initiative aims to address human-elephant conflicts more systematically and effectively, with Johor as the first state involved. "The operation targets high-risk areas by identifying and relocating elephant herds that disrupt farms, villages and residential areas," he said after officiating the Johor leg of the operation here today. The event was also attended by Johor Health and Environment Committee chairman Ling Tiang Soon and Johor Perhilitan director Aminuddin Jamin. Abdul Kadir said the effort also supports ecosystem restoration through population control outside natural habitats and will help gather scientific data to strengthen future elephant management policies. The Johor operation is being carried out in collaboration with the Elephant Transfer Team from the National Elephant Conservation Centre (NECC) in Kuala Gandah, Pahang, alongside teams from Perak, Kelantan and Terengganu, with Johor Perhilitan as the lead coordinator. The initiative will utilise drone surveillance, digital movement mapping and early warning systems to minimise risks to local communities. Currently, about 1,300 wild elephants are estimated to inhabit Peninsular Malaysia. From 2020 to 2024, Perhilitan recorded 4,919 human-elephant conflict incidents, resulting in losses estimated at RM39.4 million, mainly in Johor, Kelantan, Perak and Pahang. Abdul Kadir said the programme aligns with key national strategies, including the National Elephant Conservation Action Plan (NECAP), the National Policy on Biological Diversity 2022–2030 and the National Forestry Policy. He also thanked the Johor state government for allocating RM600,000 to support the operation, highlighting its commitment to wildlife conservation and conflict mitigation.– BERNAMA
Barnama
20 hours ago
- General
- Barnama
PERHILITAN Launches Elephant Translocation Operation
KLUANG, July 14 (Bernama) -- The Department of Wildlife and National Parks (PERHILITAN) has launched a large-scale Integrated Elephant Translocation Operation to relocate 25 elephants from conflict zones across Peninsular Malaysia, starting this month through July next year. PERHILITAN director-general Datuk Abdul Kadir Abu Hashim said the initiative aims to address human-elephant conflicts more systematically and effectively, with Johor as the first state involved. 'The operation targets high-risk areas by identifying and relocating elephant herds that disrupt farms, villages and residential areas,' he said after officiating the Johor leg of the operation here today. The event was also attended by Johor Health and Environment Committee chairman Ling Tiang Soon and Johor PERHILITAN director Aminuddin Jamin. Abdul Kadir said the effort also supports ecosystem restoration through population control outside natural habitats and will help gather scientific data to strengthen future elephant management policies. The Johor operation is being carried out in collaboration with the Elephant Transfer Team from the National Elephant Conservation Centre (NECC) in Kuala Gandah, Pahang, alongside teams from Perak, Kelantan and Terengganu, with Johor PERHILITAN as the lead coordinator. The initiative will utilise drone surveillance, digital movement mapping and early warning systems to minimise risks to local communities. Currently, about 1,300 wild elephants are estimated to inhabit Peninsular Malaysia. From 2020 to 2024, PERHILITAN recorded 4,919 human-elephant conflict incidents, resulting in losses estimated at RM39.4 million, mainly in Johor, Kelantan, Perak and Pahang. Abdul Kadir said the programme aligns with key national strategies, including the National Elephant Conservation Action Plan (NECAP), the National Policy on Biological Diversity 2022–2030 and the National Forestry Policy.
Daily Express
a day ago
- Business
- Daily Express
GRS Government had to rescue Sabah International Petroleum, says Chia
Published on: Monday, July 14, 2025 Published on: Mon, Jul 14, 2025 Text Size: Dr Roland (left) reminded Abdul Kadir (right) that the GRS administration had to step in to address the financial distress of SIP and protect the State's fiscal stability. Kota Kinabalu: The Sabah Government defended its restructuring of the State's oil and gas sector, dismissing criticism by former Sabah Oil and Gas Development Corporation (SOGDC) Chief Executive Officer Abdul Kadir Abdullah Damsal as misrepresenting the facts. In a statement, Sunday, Political Secretary to the Chief Minister Datuk Dr Roland Chia reminded Abdul Kadir that the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) administration had to step in to address the financial distress of Sabah International Petroleum (SIP) and protect the State's fiscal stability. 'Let's be clear: Sabah International Petroleum (SIP) was in financial distress before its restructuring by the current government. The intervention by the GRS administration was not cosmetic – it was necessary to protect Sabah's fiscal stability and reclaim control over strategic energy assets,' he said. SIP was in debt to the tune of RM1 billion. He said SMJ Energy (SMJE) was created to do what previous structures failed to – consolidate state energy interests, enter direct upstream participation, and deliver real value to Sabahans. 'Under the current government, Sipitang Oil and Gas Industrial Park (SOGIP) has attracted investor confidence, with Esteel Enterprise Sdn Bhd's RM31 billion investment being a prime example. 'The facts post-CCA speak for themselves. SMJE now holds equity in key oil and gas blocks. Sabah Energy Corporation (SEC) has secured onshore gas distribution rights – a historic first. 'In 2024 alone, RM2 billion in contracts were awarded to Sabah-based companies, many of which are now expanding beyond state borders. These are not abstract figures. They represent real jobs and real local economic gains,' he said. 'Yes, Sabahans have long contributed to the oil and gas industry. But what is different now is institutional empowerment. 'SMJE and SEC are no longer observers – they are lead players, and Sabahans are now holding key leadership roles because of proactive state engagement, not luck,' he said. Dr Roland said Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun's remarks in the State Assembly were made in direct response to a question by Datuk Seri Shafie Apdal on why Sabah (particularly, SMJE) was not participating in the bidding for an exploratory oil and gas block on the East Coast. 'To twist that context into a personal attack is not only misleading but a deliberate attempt to politicise a factual explanation,' said Dr Roland. * 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
Borneo Post
2 days ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
Former SOGDC CEO refutes Masidi's claims on Sabah oil and gas progress
Abdul Kadir Abdullah Damsal KOTA KINABALU (July 12): A former senior figure in Sabah's oil and gas industry has pushed back against recent remarks by Finance Minister Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun, calling him 'misleading' and lacking historical context in relation to the state's petroleum development. In a press statement, former Chief Executive Officer of Sabah Oil and Gas Development Corporation Sdn Bhd (SOGDC) Abdul Kadir Abdullah Damsal and a practising lawyer questioned Masidi's claim that Sabah's oil and gas sector only began to evolve following the establishment of SMJ Energy (SMJE) in 2021. Abdul Kadir asserted that long before SMJE came into the picture, several state-linked companies had already been actively involved in the industry. These included Sabah Energy Corporation (SEC), Sabah International Petroleum (SIP), subsidiaries under Yayasan Sabah and SOGDC itself. He credited much of the earlier momentum to the then-Barisan Nasional (BN) administration, noting that Petronas had, under a period of political stability, launched the Sabah Integrated Oil and Gas Project (SIOGP) in 2014, an initiative involving investments totalling nearly RM54 billion. 'These projects laid the foundation for Sabah's current oil and gas infrastructure, created thousands of jobs and supported local engineering and service firms,' he said. He also pointed to the formation of a Joint Working Committee (JWC) between the State Government and Petronas, which he said facilitated increased gas allocations to Sabah and significantly boosted local capacity development, including the appointment of a Sabahan as CEO of Petronas' Sabah Ammonia Urea (SAMUR) plant. 'Contrary to recent claims, the industry was not dormant prior to the formation of SMJE. Sabahans have long played a critical role in the oil and gas sector, without resorting to political pressure on local entities such as SAMUR,' he said. Abdul Kadir also cast doubt on the claim that Sabah-based oil and gas firms secured RM2 billion worth of Petronas contracts in 2024, suggesting the figure could be misleading without proper breakdown. 'The contracts may not necessarily have been awarded within Sabah alone and the public deserves clarity on how much actually went to genuinely Sabahan-owned firms,' he added. Touching on SMJE's reported RM362 million profit in 2024, Abdul Kadir clarified that the figure represented group earnings, not solely derived from its upstream interest in the Samarang field. 'A significant portion of that profit came from SIP's 10 per cent equity in LNG Train 9 in Bintulu, a deal initiated during the BN administration and finalised under Warisan,' he explained. He went on to highlight that other state-owned entities including Suria Capital, Sawit Kinabalu and Qhazanah Sabah, have long operated as billion-ringgit asset-based companies, stressing that SMJE's growth should not be portrayed as an isolated success story. Abdul Kadir concluded by urging the State Government to present a more accurate narrative to the public. 'Sabahans deserve the truth, not exaggerated claims or selectively curated retellings of the state's economic journey,' he concluded.
