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The Star
a day ago
- Politics
- The Star
Cambodia and Thailand promise to uphold ceasefire agreement
KUALA LUMPUR: The ceasefire is not merely a pause but a promise to protect lives, says Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail ( pic ), as Cambodia and Thailand recommitted to halting all military movements and attacks along their shared border. The agreement, reached during a special bilateral meeting here, reinforces both nations' pledge to uphold peace following recent deadly border clashes. 'That promise must be honoured with firm commitments, effective monitoring and sincere political will from both sides. We are proud that both sides have given this commitment through these meetings over the last few days. 'In Asean we believe in resolving disputes through consensus, non-confrontations, trust, mutual respect and the spirit of non-interference. 'This spirit has guided us today and will continue to do so in the journey ahead,' he told reporters after the conclusion of the meetings yesterday. Thailand and Cambodia agreed to implement a ceasefire effective midnight on July 28, through a special meeting in Malaysia chaired by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, that brought the South-East Asian neighbours to the negotiating table. Tensions between the two countries peaked on May 28 when fighting broke out in the disputed Preah Vihear area, resulting in the death of a Cambodian soldier. According to the agreed minutes of the extraordinary meeting of the Cambodia-Thailand General Border Committee (GBC) in Wisma Perwira here, both countries have emphasised their commitment to the ceasefire. 'Prolonged conflict would endanger the safety of civilians and soldiers on both sides and heighten tensions, thereby complicating efforts toward a joint resolution. 'Both sides agree to comply with international humanitarian law in the treatment of captured soldiers, including their living conditions, shelter, food and medical care in case of injury,' according to the minutes. Cambodia and Thailand have also committed to scheduling a GBC meeting in a month's time. 'Otherwise, an extraordinary GBC meeting should be called immediately with the same format as this extraordinary GBC meeting to discuss the ceasefire,' it said. Earlier in the day, acting Thailand Defence Minister General Nattaphon Narkphanit said that the meetings were 'an important step' towards peace. 'The goal here is a sustainable and durable ceasefire, that is one that is able to be accepted and enforced by both sides. 'There are mechanisms that are being put in place, and we believe those mechanisms are very important to ensure monitoring of this,' he said. His counterpart, Cambodian Defence Minister General Tea Seiha, said in a prepared statement that his country reaffirms its commitment to 'fully and faithfully' implement the understandings reached during the meeting on July 28. 'Particularly the ceasefire agreement and the establishment of an Asean Observer Team led by Malaysia. This mechanism is of great importance to ensure a sustained and accountable ceasefire,' he said.
Focus Malaysia
3 days ago
- Business
- Focus Malaysia
SOCSO partners Pepper Labs to upskill jobless grads via Google Career Certs Scholarships
IN LINE with the Human Resources Ministry's mission to address youth unemployment and accelerate digital inclusion, the Social Security Organisation (SOCSO) and home-grown social impact enterprise Pepper Labs have teamed up under the Google Gemilang initiative. This pioneering collaboration marks another significant stride in Pepper Labs' decade-long journey of impact and nation-building through technology, innovation and strategic partnerships. Having empowered over 300,000 Malaysians with AI (artificial intelligence) fluency and future-ready digital skills, Pepper Labs now works closely with public sector stakeholders to integrate AI solutions into the transformation of governance and service delivery. This partnership exemplifies Pepper Labs' unique positioning as a trusted enabler of Malaysia's digital and socioeconomic agenda. Under the scholarship, unemployed Malaysian youth are offered fully sponsored scholarships to access globally recognised certifications in high-demand areas such as AI, cybersecurity, data analytics, project management and digital marketing curated by Google and delivered via The programme bridges the education-to-employment gap and supports the national goal to build a future-ready, digitally skilled workforce. Under the strategic direction of the Human Resources Ministry, SOCSO facilitates candidate identification through its MYFutureJobs platform and career fairs while Pepper Labs as the lead implementation partner, delivers end-to-end support, ranging from technical skills, 21st century skills, soft and living skills, future of works related skills to job placement support, thus ensuring graduates are well-positioned to secure meaningful employment. Digital pursuit 'Through this partnership between SOCSO and Pepper Labs, we're ensuring that unemployed graduates are not left behind in the digital transition,' enthused Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong. 'This initiative is a testament to our belief in the potential of our young talent and our resolve to uplift them with meaningful, globally recognised opportunities.' As an entity recognised by the Government for its consistent impact-driven innovation, Pepper Labs was most recently recognised by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim under Budget 2025 with a national commitment to establish community cloud kitchens across underserved communities, hence further expanding its role in inclusive job creation and local enterprise development. This tripartite collaboration reflects a shared commitment to nation-building, digital empowerment and inclusive economic recovery. By investing in human capital and fostering public-private partnerships, Malaysia moves one step closer to achieving its digital aspirations under the Malaysia MadanI vision. This pilot initiative sets the foundation for a scalable model that could benefit even more Malaysian youth in the future. The first group of participants began their training on May 26 with candidates identified through SOCSO's outreach efforts. While enrolment is currently by invitation, interested graduates may reach out to Pepper Labs at [email protected] to express interest and learn about future opportunities under this initiative. – Aug 6, 2025
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Rakyat Post
4 days ago
- Business
- Rakyat Post
[Watch] KLIA's Aerotrain Hits Another Snag: MCA Questions RM456 Million Investment
Subscribe to our FREE Malaysia's flagship airport faced another hiccup when the Aerotrain at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) ground to a halt due to technical difficulties, forcing passengers to queue for replacement buses. The trouble started at 10:30 AM on Monday (4 August) when train doors failed to close properly, triggering an automatic safety shutdown that lasted 15 minutes. Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) quickly activated shuttle bus services to keep passengers moving between terminals while engineers worked on the problem. 'The Aerotrain service resumed at 11:01 AM and operations are now back to normal,' MAHB said in a statement, apologising for any inconvenience caused. Social media users were quick to document the disruption, with X user @afiqmukhtar posting images of stranded passengers walking between KLIA's Terminal 1 and the Satellite Building. He also tagged Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Transport Minister Anthony Loke, in his posts about the incident. Aero train KLIA rosak lagi?! Repair berjuta tapi tak mampu menampung kapasiti penumpan. Apa benda ni weh?! — fitt 🏴 (@afiqmukhtar) MCA Demands Accountability The latest breakdown has prompted political criticism, with MCA calling for accountability over the expensive upgrade. In a Facebook post by MCA, the secretary-general of the party's youth wing, Saw Yee Fung, the party questioned the value of the MCA is urging the Transport Ministry to establish a special committee to investigate the root causes of the recurring Aerotrain service disruptions at KLIA. According to the party's statement, the driverless train system has experienced at least five breakdowns since it resumed operations on 1 July. On 4 July, the service was suspended when Recent Upgrade Faces Reliability Concerns The driverless train system underwent a complete upgrade as part of MAHB's broader The upgrades were designed to strengthen KLIA's position as a world-class regional aviation hub. Despite the recent technical setbacks, MAHB thanked passengers for their understanding and cooperation during the temporary service interruption. The company has not indicated whether additional maintenance measures will be implemented following these recurring issues. The Aerotrain serves as a critical link for passengers travelling between KLIA's main terminal and satellite buildings, making any disruption particularly noticeable for travellers at the busy international airport. Parts of this story have been sourced from Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
Daily Express
7 days ago
- Politics
- Daily Express
Trump praises Malaysia's ‘Fantastic' role in Thai-Cambodia peace deal
Published on: Saturday, August 02, 2025 Published on: Sat, Aug 02, 2025 Text Size: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim - Bernama pix KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said US President Donald Trump praised Malaysia's role in mediating peace between Thailand and Cambodia, calling it a 'fantastic job' during a phone call on Thursday. The compliment followed Malaysia's success in getting both nations' leaders to agree on a ceasefire after weeks of tension, achieved through coordinated efforts by the Foreign Ministry, armed forces and national leadership. Anwar said the ceasefire has boosted Malaysia's reputation internationally, with recognition from Washington to London for uniting Asean in securing peace. He remains in contact with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, who confirmed there has been no fighting and requested Malaysia's help to facilitate further talks. The Cambodian and Thai defence ministers will meet in Kuala Lumpur on Monday to discuss the next steps toward lasting peace. * 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
New Straits Times
01-08-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Backbenchers Club: US tariff cut a diplomatic win for Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: The Backbenchers Club (BBC) has welcomed the United States' tariff cut on Malaysian exports as a key achievement of strategic diplomacy and firm policy stance. The US tariff on Malaysian exports has been reduced to 19 per cent from 25 per cent, effective today. In a statement, the BBC said the outcome was not easily won, with Malaysia voicing its concerns loudly and clearly when needed. "The government's insistence on safeguarding Malaysia's core industrial policies, including support for domestic enterprises, national strategic industries and inclusive economic development was central throughout the negotiations. "We stood firm, especially on our red lines. Most critically, this reduction from 25 per cent to 19 per cent was achieved without compromising our sovereign right to implement key economic and social policies that support the stability, resilience and long-term growth of the nation. "We extend our congratulations to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and the Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry for delivering this result through persistent engagement, clear objectives and unwavering commitment to Malaysia's national interest. "We also commend the Prime Minister for defending that space while keeping the door open to meaningful trade engagement with one of our largest partners," it said today. The BBC said the decision by the US acknowledged Malaysia as a credible and reliable trade partner with enduring economic fundamentals. "More importantly, it validates Malaysia's reform trajectory under the New Industrial Master Plan 2030 and the National Semiconductor Strategy." Looking ahead, the BBC said it would continue to support the prime minister and his cabinet in driving structural economic reforms and exploring market diversification. "These efforts are essential not only to absorb the impact of global trade fluctuations but to position Malaysian companies, especially small and medium enterprises, for long-term competitiveness in high-growth sectors. "This is a positive development. But it must be seen as a stepping stone, not a finish line. Malaysia must keep up the momentum, modernising industries, opening new markets, and building a resilient, inclusive economy rooted in policy credibility and national interest."
