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Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
‘Political developments are normal': Umno-PKR unity intact despite Tengku Zafrul exit, says Johari Ghani
BATU PAHAT, May 31 — Umno's cooperation with Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) within the unity government remains intact despite Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz's resignation from the party, said Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani. Johari, who is Umno vice-president, said both parties must remain united in their efforts to ensure the country's political stability. 'For example, in government, I play a role in national development as a minister. Political developments are normal, but they should not affect the strength of our coalition within the unity government and the country,' he said. He was speaking to reporters after officiating the Madani Adopted Village (KAM) programme handover ceremony for the Plantation and Commodities Ministry (KPK) at Kampung Parit Bilal here today. Yesterday, Tengku Zafrul, who is Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, announced his resignation as an Umno Supreme Council member, Kota Raja division chief and party member. On today's programme, Johari, who is also Plantation and Commodities Minister, said a total of RM2.5 million has been allocated to Kampung Parit Bilal and Kampung Parit Ahmad under the KPK Madani Adopted Village initiative. The funds will go toward implementing various development projects, including upgrading educational facilities, houses of worship and basic infrastructure, he said. He said the initiative also involves strategic cooperation with relevant ministries and agencies, the Batu Pahat district office, Johor state development office, village development and security committees (JPKK) and local community leaders. 'Among the activities planned are entrepreneurship training, such as chocolate-making courses and outreach programmes under the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) MyCommodity initiative,' Johari added. — Bernama
Free Malaysia Today
3 days ago
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
Tengku Zafrul's resignation won't strain Umno-PKR ties in unity govt, says Johari
Umno vice-president Johari Ghani said Umno and PKR must continue to cooperate as part of the unity government for the sake of political stability in the country. PETALING JAYA : Umno vice-president Johari Ghani has brushed off concerns that Tengku Zafrul Aziz's resignation from the party will affect ties between Umno and PKR in the unity government. Johari, who is also the plantation and commodities minister, said the two parties must continue to cooperate for the sake of political stability in the country, Bernama reported. '(In) politics, this is normal. It (Tengku Zafrul's resignation) should not disrupt the unity government or the country,' he was quoted as saying after an event in Kampung Parit Bilal, Batu Pahat. Tengku Zafrul, the investment, trade and industry minister, yesterday announced that he had resigned from Umno and all party positions, and would be applying to join PKR, led by Anwar Ibrahim, who is also the prime minister. Citing 'compatibility and suitability', Tengku Zafrul said he decided to leave Umno after seeking advice from friends within and outside the party. His move has sparked a backlash from Umno leaders. Party secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki called it 'highly inappropriate' for any component party in the unity coalition to accept members from other parties without proper consultation. Umno Supreme Council member Puad Zarkashi warned the party must not be blamed if its grassroots begin losing confidence in Anwar over Tengku Zafrul's acceptance into PKR. Meanwhile, Umno Youth, Wanita Umno and Puteri Umno have urged Tengku Zafrul to resign from his Cabinet post.
Malay Mail
3 days ago
- General
- Malay Mail
MMEA busts duo smuggling RM100,000 worth of exotic birds in boat
BATU PAHAT, May 31 — The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) foiled an attempt to smuggle more than 1,300 exotic birds, believed to be run by two local men, early yesterday. Batu Pahat Maritime Zone director Maritime Commander Mohammad Zaini Zainal said the birds, estimated to be worth RM100,000, were found on a fibre boat intercepted by a patrol vessel at about 1am. 'Checks on the boat uncovered 114 baskets containing murai batu (white-rumped shama) and murai kampung (oriental magpie robin). The two men, aged 26 and 27, failed to produce documents permitting the export of wildlife. 'Both suspects were taken to the Batu Pahat Maritime Zone for further investigation. The case is being investigated under the Wildlife Conservation Act 2010,' he said in a statement last night. Mohammad Zaini said the success was the result of intelligence gathered on smuggling activities in the waters off Tanjung Laboh, believed to be a key transit point for wildlife trafficking syndicates. He said the smuggling attempt was likely driven by strong market demand, with syndicates often using small boats at night to avoid detection. — Bernama
Free Malaysia Today
17-05-2025
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
RM13.3bil in unclaimed money as of April
Accountant-General Nor Yati Ahmad revealed that since the establishment of the unclaimed money system in 1977, only about RM4 billion had been successfully claimed by the rightful owners or their heirs. (Facebook pic) PETALING JAYA : A total of RM13.3 billion in unclaimed money was recorded by the accountant-general's department until last month. Accountant-General Nor Yati Ahmad revealed that since the establishment of the unclaimed money system in 1977, only about RM4 billion had been successfully claimed by the rightful owners or their heirs, Bernama reported. She said this situation likely occurred because many individuals or their heirs were either unaware that they had unclaimed money or had never taken the initiative to check with the accountant-general's department. 'They can actually check or submit a claim application via the official portal, or the eGumis app, and go to our branches in each state. 'We will also continue to intensify promotions and field activities to publicise the existence of this unclaimed money because it can only be issued to the owner or heir,' she told reporters after opening the Kampung Angkat Madani and Santuni Madani programme in Batu Pahat today.
Malay Mail
17-05-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Malaysia's unclaimed money reaches RM13.3b, only RM4b claimed since 1977, says Accountant General
BATU PAHAT, May 17 — A total of RM13.3 billion in Unclaimed Money (WTD) was recorded by the Accountant General's Department (JANM) until last April. Accountant General Nor Yati Ahmad revealed that since the establishment of the unclaimed money (WTD) system in 1977, only about RM4 billion has been successfully claimed by rightful owners or their heirs. She said this situation likely occurred because many individuals or their heirs were either unaware that they had unclaimed money records or had never taken the initiative to check with the Accountant General's Department of Malaysia (JANM). 'They can actually check or submit a claim application via the official portal or eGumis application and go to JANM branches in each state. 'We will also continue to intensify promotions and field activities to publicise the existence of this WTD because it can only be issued by the owner or heir,' she told reporters after opening the Kampung Angkat Madani (KAM) and Santuni Madani Programme at Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Minyak Beku, here, today. Meanwhile, speaking about the KAM programme, she said that various activities were organised to support the local community and implement development projects, particularly those involving infrastructure improvements. He explained that in addition to the WTD counter, opened in collaboration with Bank Rakyat for the opening of children's savings accounts with a RM20 incentive per account, several other community-focused activities were also carried out. 'Among the physical development projects were upgrading water supply pipelines, repairing Islamic halls, constructing cemetery fences, enhancing funeral management facilities, and handing over a funeral van,' she said. She said the KAM programme aims to bridge the development gap between rural and urban areas by improving essential infrastructure, community facilities, and ensuring internet access is not overlooked. She noted that the implementation of KAM in Johor marks the second such initiative after its successful rollout in Kampung Lubuk Antu, Sarawak, last year. — Bernama
