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Daily Express
2 days ago
- Business
- Daily Express
Petronas pushes boundaries to shape Malaysia's upstream future
Published on: Sunday, August 10, 2025 Published on: Sun, Aug 10, 2025 Text Size: Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia is positioning itself as a premier upstream oil and gas investment destination, driven by the opening of new hydrocarbon frontiers, progressive fiscal policies, and a clear strategy to future-proof its energy sector. Petronas' Malaysia Petroleum Management (MPM) senior vice president Datuk Bacho Pilong said the country's upstream sector reached historic highs in 2024 and now stands on the cusp of its next major growth phase. Advertisement 'For the first time in our history, we hit 2.0 million barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2024 from humble beginnings of 100,000 barrels in the 1970s. That was the first peak,' he said. 'The second peak was the highest upstream capital spend ever recorded in Malaysia, at RM50 billion. And the third was the highest number of block awards in a decade – 14 in total,' he told Bernama in an interview recently. Malaysia is home to eight prolific hydrocarbon basins. While three are already producing, five more frontier basins remain largely untapped, presenting a major opportunity for investors seeking high-reward assets. 'Imagine the last 50 years our playground has only three basins. The next 50 years, the playground is going to be eight. That's the excitement,' Bacho said. Advertisement Since the launch of the Malaysia Bid Round (MBR) in 2021, more than 25 exploration and development blocks have been awarded, marking a resurgence of upstream interest. This year, the momentum continues. MBR 2025 marks a new chapter, offering five exploration blocks and three Discovered Resource Opportunities (DRO) clusters. Among the early awards is the Mutiara Cluster Small Field Asset (SFA) Production Sharing Contract (PSC) to Dialog Resources Sdn Bhd, unlocking potential in Sabah's East Coast. Another key award is the Temaris Cluster SFA PSC, granted to Seascape Energy Asia (One) Sdn Bhd, which targets production of around 100 million standard cubic feet of gas per day by 2029. Additionally, Technical Evaluation Agreements (TEAs) have been signed with seven major companies for the Langkasuka basin including BP, Eni, TotalEnergies, Pertamina, PTTEP, AFED TEXCAL and Petronas Carigali. Meanwhile for the Layang-Layang basin, the companies involved include ConocoPhillips, INPEX, Pertamina, POSCO International, TotalEnergies and Petronas Carigali. MPM has now set its sights on achieving 'no white spot' on the map with full licensing already achieved for all blocks in Sarawak. The focus now shifts to Sabah and Peninsular Malaysia, where licensing momentum is accelerating. Bacho emphasised that what sets Malaysia apart is not only its subsurface potential but also a transparent and integrated regulatory structure. 'All these investors deal with a single party, Petronas,' he said, noting that regulatory clarity is complemented by progressive fiscal terms, such as the Enhanced Profitability Terms (EPT), designed to improve commercial viability. MPM has also introduced Malaysia Bid Round Plus (MBR+), a new licensing strategy targeting Discovered Resource Opportunities (DROs) and Late Life Assets (LLAs). This exclusive avenue for myPROdata subscribers has already seen 100 per cent take-up rates across two rounds. To enhance value further, a 'clustering strategy' is now in place, bundling exploration sub-blocks with DROs and vice-versa, enabling investors to tap into both early and late-stage assets in a single offering. 'This creates more value for investors. Some want longer-term risk, some want short-term production. With clustering, the investors can have both,' explained Bacho. He said MPM is also collaborating with the Ministry of Finance to roll out a carbon tax for the iron and steel sector in 2026, part of a broader move to engineer carbon management into energy development from the start. 'In projects moving forward, GHG (Greenhouse Gas) must be addressed upfront. It's part of the engineering, it is built in. Malaysia's Kasawari project, for example, has already integrated carbon capture and storage (CCS) into its design. 'This just shows how we're making sure sustainability isn't an afterthought, but something we build into every step as we develop new projects,' Bacho said. To reduce capital expenditure for investors, MPM introduced a Refurbished Platforms Menu, allowing the reuse of existing offshore structures for new field developments. Several companies are currently exploring this option. 'We offer investors existing platforms that are already refurbished and can be reused. That helps to reduce their capex,' Bacho said. Malaysia's Petronas myPROdata system, backed by RM500 million in annual seismic data investments, gives subscribers near-zero-cost access to critical subsurface data, an open-data approach Bacho calls a game changer. 'Not to make money out of you. No. It's to allow you to have access to our data. We invest so you don't have to. That's part of our unique proposition,' he said. Sabah is emerging as a key focus for Malaysia's upstream growth, home to four of the country's five remaining frontier basins. While Sarawak licensing is complete, the spotlight now turns to Sabah. * 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
The Star
2 days ago
- Business
- The Star
PETRONAS' PUSH TO CREATE MALAYSIA'S VIBRANT UPSTREAM ECOSYSTEM
PETRONAS MPM aims to unlock five new frontier basins in the country. MALAYSIA'S oil and gas (O&G) sector is asserting enduring significance and robust growth potential driven by the inherent dynamics of resource abundance, technological innovation and persistent global demand. This critical industry, a bedrock of the economy, continues to unlock new opportunities and sustain vital energy supplies. While Malaysia embraces a responsible energy transition, the fundamental value and strategic importance of its hydrocarbon wealth remain undeniable, with the sector's trajectory defined by its foundational role in meeting both national and global energy needs. Malaysian Petroleum Management (MPM) senior vice-president Datuk Bacho Pilong stated that the upcoming decades are set for continued growth, evidenced by the heightened upstream momentum last year, which coincided with Petroliam Nasional Berhad's (PETRONAS) 50-year anniversary. Over the past half-century, Malaysia's oil production has experienced a twenty-fold increase, from over 100,000 barrels per day in the 1970s to over two million barrels per day in 2024. Last year, PETRONAS also secured RM50bil in upstream investments and signed a record 14 product sharing contracts (PSCs) with 12 operators. 'From our humble beginnings in 1974, PETRONAS and MPM have grown leaps and bounds,' said Bacho. 'Last year, we awarded the highest number of blocks (14) the country has ever done. 'Our role is about creating a future for the industry, to ensure its prominence for the decades to come. I believe that PETRONAS' future could be even more exciting than the past fifty years,' said Bacho. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star 'This is thanks to the mature infrastructure network, progressive fiscal terms, enhanced transparency and a skilled talent pool, crucial for the industry to flourish. 'This stability provides investors with the certainty to come in and invest in the country.' Bacho added that MPM's role goes beyond being a mere regulatory arm, as the organisation aims to actively shape the future of the industry, accelerating growth and global competitiveness. 'Our role is about creating a future for the industry, to ensure its prominence for the decades to come. I believe that PETRONAS' future could be even more exciting than the past fifty years,' he said. These strategic undertakings represent a pivotal phase in PETRONAS' bold transformation journey as an integrated energy company, one that goes beyond maintaining its traditional upstream excellence by 2035. 'We are reimagining Malaysia's role as a regional energy leader through innovative partnerships, cutting-edge technology and asset excellence,' said Bacho. 'This transformation encompasses our evolution as a progressive energy and solutions partner, where every business decision – from frontier basin exploration to portfolio enhancement – serves the larger vision of delivering sustainable, competitive energy for the next decade and beyond. 'This comprehensive shift is what we call PETRONAS 2.0 – building tomorrow's energy ecosystem today, ensuring Malaysia remains not just relevant but essential in the global energy transition,' he added. Untapped resources Bacho shared that to invigorate the sector, PETRONAS, through MPM, plans to reactivate dormant oil basins in the country via strategic partnerships, untapping unutilised reserves. He explained that, in total, Malaysia is home to eight basins. These comprise the Malay Basin, Penyu Basin, Langkasuka Basin in Peninsular Malaysia, Sarawak Basin, Layang-Layang Basin, Kinabalu Basin, Tawau Basin and Sandakan Basin in East Malaysia. 'Just imagine, all this time, our playing field was limited to three basins. But, in the decades to come, it will be expanded to eight basins. There are five dormant basins just waiting to be activated,' he said. 'So, we must attract more investments to capitalise on these opportunities, to unlock this growth potential.' Each of these basins offers distinct geological potential and commercial advantages, backed by enhanced subsurface data, improved fiscal terms and viable infrastructure networks. This year, the production sharing contracts for the Mutiara cluster in the Sandakan Basin and the Temaris Cluster in the Malay Basin were successfully launched and awarded to Dialog Resources Sdn Bhd and Seascape Energy Asia (One) Sdn Bhd respectively. Additionally, strategic technical evaluation agreements (TEAs) were signed with major industry players such as BP, TotalEnergies (France) and Eni (Italy), for the Langkasuka and Layang-Layang basins. Bacho described Sabah as a potential investment opportunity, as there are many blocks available in the state's untapped basins. Recently, Japanese company Inpex Corporation made a comeback into the country, with plans mooted for the Tawau Basin. In the 1960s, the company began expanding abroad, including exploration in Sabah under Sabah Teiseki Oil Co (a subsidiary of Teikoku Oil), and drilled five oil wells at the southeastern tip of Sebatik Island, off the coast of Tawau. Catalysing investments To activate and streamline the operations of these basins, MPM is forming strategic collaborations and partnerships with potential investors. This is done through Malaysia Bid Round (MBR), an annual exercise to develop upstream initiatives and offer investors different opportunities to grow their energy portfolios. MBR 2025 is offering a balanced portfolio with five exploration blocks and three discovered resource opportunities (DRO) clusters in Malaysia. 'Malaysia remains an attractive and vibrant exploration and production (E&P) investment destination for potential investors,' said Bacho. He added that a game-changer in attracting investment interest has been the PETRONAS myPROdata platform. Bacho said this system provides greater access and transparency to Malaysia's E&P data, encapsulating over 100 petabytes of accumulated seismic, production and field data over the past five decades. Access to these datasets eases the decision-making process for investors, enabling them to make well-informed decisions on their investments. 'This can be a catalyst for the industry. By sharing this data with investors, at a nominal subscription fee, we speed up their decision-making and de-risk exploration for them,' said Bacho. He disclosed that MPM will be spending roughly RM500mil annually for five years to acquire valuable seismic data. This initiative, he says, bolsters investor confidence. Coupled with the re-entry of major players into the country and the continued high demand for O&G from the Global South, it highlights the potential for an upward trajectory in the industry. 'It's about confidence in many aspects: our geology, our regulatory systems, our stable market prices. The moment investors have this confidence, it paves the way for more investments,' Bacho affirmed. MPM also recently introduced Malaysia Bid Round Plus (MBR+), an initiative that allows players to bid on relinquished blocks without waiting for the next annual bid round. This flexibility, exclusively available for PETRONAS myPROdata subscribers, ensures continuous opportunities for new operators and investors. To date, MPM has launched two MBR+ licensing rounds with 100% take-up rates. In addition to the PETRONAS myPROdata platform, MPM employs the Right Asset, Right Player (RARP) strategy. This strategy involves the clustering of assets, classified as late-life assets, small-field assets and so on, depending on their maturity. This effectively matches E&P players with assets that align with their niche capabilities, maximising value creation for all parties. 'Different operators have different focuses, priorities and approaches. With RARP and MBR+, we can utilise the assets to the fullest, and extract more value from them, so it's a win-win for everybody,' Bacho explained. Responsible energy management In line with the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR), to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, Bacho emphasised that while the industry continues to drive economic growth and ensure energy security, embedding emission management from the outset is no longer an option, but a fundamental aspect of operations. A proactive stance is critical, as failure to address emissions could lead to challenges, particularly in securing crucial financing for projects. 'The difference between back then and now is that, in production, emissions are now managed upfront. It is part of the plan as built-in mechanisms and no longer an afterthought,' said Bacho. 'We must ask ourselves, 'Can we manage the emissions?', 'Can we capture the released gas?'. It's about a change in thinking for us all.'
Barnama
5 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
PETRONAS PUSHES BOUNDARIES TO SHAPE UPSTREAM FUTURE
Unlocking New Basins Malaysia is home to eight prolific hydrocarbon basins. While three are already producing, five more frontier basins remain largely untapped, presenting a major opportunity for investors seeking high-reward assets. 'Imagine the last 50 years our playground has only three basins. The next 50 years, the playground is going to be eight. That's the excitement,' Bacho said. KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is positioning itself as a premier upstream oil and gas investment destination, driven by the opening of new hydrocarbon frontiers, progressive fiscal policies, and a clear strategy to future-proof its energy sector. Petronas' Malaysia Petroleum Management (MPM) Senior Vice President Datuk Ir. Bacho Pilong said the country's upstream sector reached historic highs in 2024 and now stands on the cusp of its next major growth phase. 'For the first time in our history, we hit 2.0 million barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2024 from humble beginnings of 100,000 barrels in the 1970s. That was the first peak,' he said. 'The second peak was the highest upstream capital spend ever recorded in Malaysia, at RM50 billion. And the third was the highest number of block awards in a decade - 14 in total,' he told Bernama in an interview recently. This year, the momentum continued. MBR 2025 marks a new chapter, offering five exploration blocks and three Discovered Resource Opportunities (DRO) clusters. Since the launch of the Malaysia Bid Round (MBR) in 2021, more than 25 exploration and development blocks have been awarded, marking a resurgence of upstream interest. Additionally, Technical Evaluation Agreements (TEA) have been signed with seven major companies for the Langkasuka basin including bp, Eni, TotalEnergies, Pertamina, PTTEP, AFED TEXCAL and PETRONAS Carigali. Meanwhile for the Layang-Layang basin, the companies involved include ConocoPhillips, INPEX, Pertamina, POSCO International, TotalEnergies, and PETRONAS Carigali. Among early awards include the Mutiara Cluster Small Field Asset (SFA) Production Sharing Contract (PSC) to Dialog Resources Sdn Bhd, unlocking potential in Sabah's East Coast. Another key award is the Temaris Cluster SFA PSC, granted to Seascape Energy Asia (One) Sdn Bhd, which targets production of around 100 million standard cubic feet of gas per day by 2029. MPM has now set its sights on achieving 'no white spot' on the map with full licensing already achieved for all blocks in Sarawak. The focus now shifts to Sabah and Peninsular Malaysia, where licensing momentum is accelerating. A Supportive Ecosystem for Investors Bacho emphasised that what sets Malaysia apart is not only its subsurface potential but also a transparent and integrated regulatory structure. 'All these investors deal with a single party, Petronas,' he said, noting that regulatory clarity is complemented by progressive fiscal terms, such as the Enhanced Profitability Terms (EPT), designed to improve commercial viability. MPM has also introduced Malaysia Bid Round Plus (MBR+), a new licensing strategy targeting Discovered Resource Opportunities (DROs) and Late Life Assets (LLAs). This exclusive avenue for myPROdata subscribers has already seen 100 per cent take-up rates across two rounds. To enhance value further, a 'clustering strategy' is now in place, bundling exploration sub-blocks with DROs and vice-versa, enabling investors to tap into both early and late-stage assets in a single offering. Bacho explained, 'This creates more value for investors. Some want longer-term risk, some want short-term production. With clustering, the investors can have both.' Bacho said MPM is also collaborating with the Ministry of Finance to roll out a carbon tax for the iron and steel sector in 2026, part of a broader move to engineer carbon management into energy development from the start. 'In projects moving forward, GHG must be addressed upfront. It's part of the engineering, it is built in,' he said. He added, 'Malaysia's Kasawari project, for example, has already integrated carbon capture and storage (CCS) into its design.' 'This just shows how we're making sure sustainability isn't an afterthought, but something we build into every step as we develop new projects,' Bacho said. Technical Resources and Cost Efficiency To reduce capital expenditure for investors, MPM introduced a Refurbished Platforms Menu, allowing the reuse of existing offshore structures for new field developments. Several companies are currently exploring this option. 'We offer investors existing platforms that are already refurbished and can be reused. That helps to reduce their capex,' Bacho said. Malaysia's PETRONAS myPROdata system, backed by RM500 million in annual seismic data investments, gives subscribers near-zero-cost access to critical subsurface data, an open-data approach Bacho calls a game changer. 'Not to make money out of you. No. It's to allow you to have access to our data,' Bacho added. 'We invest so you don't have to. That's part of our unique proposition.' Sabah Rising: Unlocking the Next Energy Frontier Sabah is emerging as a key focus for Malaysia's upstream growth, home to four of the country's five remaining frontier basins. While Sarawak licensing is complete, the spotlight now turns to Sabah. A major milestone was the 2025 award of Block Mutiara in the Sandakan Basin, marking the revival of dormant acreage. Japanese firm INPEX returned to develop Blocks SB306A and SB306B — the same area its predecessor ventured into in the 1960s, underscoring renewed global confidence. In the 1960s, via Sabah Teiseki Oil Co under Teikoku Oil., explored Sabah and drilled five wells off Sebatik Island near Tawau. Sabah blocks are now being offered through MPM's clustering strategy, pairing Discovered Resource Opportunities (DRO) with exploration areas, supported by advanced seismic data, flexible fiscal terms, and access to PETRONAS myPROdata. 'In the past, Sabah only had three producing PSCs. Now, there are 10 active PSCs, and investor interest is increasing,' Bacho said. This renewed push reflects Malaysia's long-term vision to grow its upstream sector while delivering inclusive development across key energy-producing regions. Strategic Vision: Long-Term Sustainability Malaysia continues to deliver approximately 2 million barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/d), totaling around 700 million boe annually. To sustain this, Malaysia is targeting 500–600 million boe in annual replenishment through new discoveries, a goal that requires 20–25 exploration wells per year, with a success rate of 50 per cent. Each successful well is expected to yield around 50 million boe, supporting both volume replacement and long-term energy security. These strategic undertakings represent a pivotal phase in PETRONAS' bold transformation journey as an integrated energy company, one that goes beyond maintaining its traditional upstream excellence by 2035. 'We are reimagining Malaysia's role as a regional leader through innovative partnerships, cutting-edge technology, and asset excellence,' said Bacho. He added that this transformation reflects PETRONAS' evolution into a progressive energy and solutions partner, where every business decision – from exploring frontier basins to portfolio enhancement – aligns with the broader vision of delivering sustainable, competitive energy for the coming decade and beyond. 'This phase is what we call PETRONAS 2.0 – building tomorrow's energy ecosystem today, ensuring Malaysia remains not just relevant but essential in the global energy transition,' he added. Growing Institutional Capacity Bacho highlighted that state entities such as Petroleum Sarawak Bhd (Petros) and SMJ Energy Sdn Bhd are important partners in Malaysia's energy value chain. 'MPM works closely with Sabah and Sarawak to align state ambitions with national strategies and investor interests,' he said, emphasising that their growing roles reflect a maturing ecosystem rather than regulatory uncertainty. To support future offshore operations, Petronas is upskilling local talent through initiatives such as the Skilled Trade Champion programme and technical training in scaffolding and mechanical fitting. Meanwhile, academic-industry ties are being strengthened through RM71 million in research grants awarded to 61 recipients across 25 universities under the PETRONAS-Academia Collaboration Dialogue programme, aimed at accelerating energy innovation. -- BERNAMA BERNAMA provides up-to-date authentic and comprehensive news and information which are disseminated via BERNAMA Wires; BERNAMA TV on Astro 502, unifi TV 631 and MYTV 121 channels and BERNAMA Radio on FM93.9 (Klang Valley), FM107.5 (Johor Bahru), FM107.9 (Kota Kinabalu) and FM100.9 (Kuching) frequencies. Follow us on social media : Facebook : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatv, @bernamaradio Twitter : @ @BernamaTV, @bernamaradio Instagram : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatvofficial, @bernamaradioofficial TikTok : @bernamaofficial
Daily Express
05-08-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Petronas study awards for 100 top Sabah students
Published on: Tuesday, August 05, 2025 Published on: Tue, Aug 05, 2025 Text Size: Kadzim together Bacho and other invited guests posing for a photograph with recipients Kota Kinabalu: Petronas announced it has awarded more than 100 outstanding students from Sabah total sponsorship amounting to RM28 million under its Powering Knowledge programme. The 2024 SPM school leavers from diverse backgrounds received full sponsorships to pursue studies in chemical engineering, petroleum engineering, mechanical engineering, marketing and other relevant courses at Universiti Teknologi Petronas as well as top local and international institutions in the UK, Australia, Japan and South Korea. The selection process was conducted rigorously from nearly 9,000 applications nationwide, based on academic excellence, leadership potential and active involvement in extracurricular activities. The sponsorship award ceremony was officiated by Speaker Datuk Seri Kadzim M Yahya, representing Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, accompanied by Petronas Senior Vice President of Malaysia Petroleum Management, Datuk Bacho Pilong. Hajiji thanked the national oil corporation for its continued commitment to developing human capital in Sabah through quality education and skills training programmes. 'The State Government, through the Sabah Maju Jaya 1.0 Development Plan, places strong emphasis on human capital development. Advertisement 'I am confident that by investing in education and empowerment of Sabah's youth, Petronas is helping to lay the foundation for a more resilient, competitive, and inclusive future for the state. Through this continued effort, we are witnessing more Sabahan youths entering the skilled sector, thereby helping the development of the State.' The ceremony also honoured 20 new recipients of sponsorships for the Malaysian Skills Diploma programme in Industrial Instrumentation and Control at the Kimanis Petroleum Training Centre (KTC). The event witnessed the official awarding of the Code of Practice for TVET Programme Accreditation (COPTPA) from the Department of Skills Development to KTC for its diploma programme. This recognition affirms that the skills training provided by KTC meets national standards and industry requirements. Minor scholarships were awarded to another 29 secondary school students in Sabah for the 2025/2026 session, bringing the total number of recipients this year to 40. Since its introduction in 2023 through a collaboration between Petronas Floating LNG, the Sabah State Education Department and Yayasan Sabah, some 120 students have benefited from the initiative. Bacho expressed pride in seeing the state's younger generation move forward with confidence and receive recognition for their efforts and achievements. "Petronas believes education is the most valuable investment. It shapes minds, builds character, and paves the way towards a better future.' Since 1975, more than 40,000 students nationwide received Petronas education sponsorships.
Daily Express
05-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Petronas inks key Sabah deals
Published on: Saturday, July 05, 2025 Published on: Sat, Jul 05, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Phoong (fifth from right) and Bacho (fourth from right) with State Government representatives and industry leaders at the SOGCE 2025. Kuala Lumpur: Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas), via Malaysia Petroleum Management (MPM), has formalised a few key agreements with the Sabah state government at the Sabah Oil, Gas & Energy Conference & Exhibition (SOGCE) 2025. In a statement on Friday, the national oil company said it officially handed over the Sabah gas strategy document, which outlines a long-term and structured blueprint to secure reliable gas supply for the state's expanding domestic demand. Advertisement The document is a joint initiative between Petronas and the Sabah state government. MPM senior vice-president Datuk Bacho Pilong said the document handover, together with other milestones, 'reaffirms our partnership with the state government to responsibly unlock the full potential of the state's energy resources. 'We will together continue accelerating sustainable development, strengthening energy security and creating long-term value to benefit Sabah and the nation,' he said. These various milestones reflect a shared commitment to advancing Sabah's energy landscape via collaborative, sustainable, and value-driven development, he said. The Sabah gas strategy was developed by a joint task force comprising Petronas, SMJ Energy Sdn Bhd, Sabah Energy Corporation Sdn Bhd, Sabah's Energy Commission and Sabah's Industrial Development and Entrepreneurship Ministry under the advice of the Sabah joint coordination committee, the statement said. Additionally, Petronas said it also signed the technical evaluation agreement (TEA) with ConocoPhillips Malaysia New Ventures Ltd and PERTAMINA Hulu Energi for the Layang-Layang Basin. This paves the way for comprehensive subsurface studies ranging from regional geological assessments to detailed prospect analysis for 44,500 square kilometres located off Sabah's coast. The national oil company also formalised a memorandum of understanding with DIALOG Resources Sdn Bhd to advance the development of the Mutiara Cluster, located off Sabah's east coast. The statement said Petronas is also investing in seismic data acquisition programmes to deepen geological insights and accelerate exploration activities. * 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
