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Focus Malaysia
6 hours ago
- Politics
- Focus Malaysia
So is Terrirudin a Chief Justice candidate or his name never made it into the list at all?
AS law-conscious Malaysians turn to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong to uphold judiciary integrity in the appointment of top judges, a constitutions lawyer has offered the media his services free-of-charge amid the classification of the leaked Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC) meeting minutes under the Official Secrets Act (OSA) 1972. New Sin Yew who is also a human rights champion made the offer as he took a jibe at Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil over the weakened (July 13) for tending to prioritise arresting the source of the leak instead of addressing the content of the30-page JAC minutes which – if true – shows interference with the judiciary, 'To all media friends, I will act for you pro bono if you are investigated,' the senior advocate at AmerBON penned on X in reaction to Fahmi cautioning the media against disseminating the leak documents given the OSA applies if they are found to be authentic and classified as government secret. For context, prior to Fahmi's statement, former Barisan Nasional (BN) strategic communication deputy director Datuk Eric See-To had made a damning claim that 'the PMO (Prime Minister's Office) had plans to make Terri (Tan Sri Ahmad Terrirudin Mohd Salleh) Chief Judge of Malaya since last year'. 'After the post became vacant in February 2024, JAC (had) proposed candidates but PMO rejected all and pushed Terri's name by July (2024) despite him being AG (Attorney-General) for only nine months then and facing heavy protests from the Bar Council and Ramkarpal Singh (DAP Bukit Gelugor MP). Turns out, PMO had plans to make Terri Chief Judge of Malaya since last year. After the post became vacant in Feb 2024, JAC proposed candidates, but PMO rejected all and pushed Terri's name by July -despite him being AG for only 9 months then and facing heavy protests from the… — Eric SeeTo Lim Sian See (@LimSianSeeEric) July 12, 2025 'By November 2024, Terri was appointed Federal Court Judge, just a year after becoming AG. The leaked JAC minutes now show Terri was nominated for Chief Judge in May 2025 against the Chief Justice's advice, citing integrity issues.' Police probe lends legitimacy True enough, just hours later on the same day (July 13), the police launched a probe under the OSA into the purported leak of the JAC meeting minutes. According to Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Khalid Ismail, the investigation will focus on how the internal information could have been exposed and revealed on social media. The case is being probed under Section 8 of the OSA which stipulates offences regarding wrongful communication of official secrets. On top of this, the police are also looking into the case under Section 203A of the Penal Code (disclosures of information obtained during performance of one's duties) and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act (improper use of network facilities). This itself sparked a social media frenzy with Cilisos Media editor-in-chief Iqbal Fatkhi wondering if the action of the authorities – by subjecting the JAC minutes under OSA scrutiny – would only lend further credence and legitimacy to the documents' authenticity. Are they so dumb they don't realize by doing this, they've confirmed its authenticity? — Iqbal (@Iqtodabal) July 14, 2025 'Are they so dumb (till) they don't realise by doing this, they've confirmed its authenticity?' asked Iqbal on X. This was when a witty commenter took the middle path by defending the police for having no choice but to pursue an investigation since a report has been lodged except that 'in this case, ironically, the horse has bolted the barn, hence shutting the barn door now ain't gonna help much'. Fast forward 48 hours later to yesterday (July 15), an anonymous MP who attended Monday's (July 14) closed door meeting between Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Pakatan Harapan (PH) MPs had reportedly told the New Straits Times that Terrirudin had never been a candidate for the vacant Chief Justice role nor his name is on the list for the Court of Appeal President or Chief Judge of Malaya posts. If this is indeed true and not a cover-up, does this mean that the leaked 30-page May 2025 JAC minutes is merely a fake document? If such is the case, then why classify the case under OSA in the first place? Well, it seems that there is no ending except controversies of sorts standing (and still brewing) in the way of appointing a new Chief Justice which should by right be a walk in the park if all procedures and protocols are strictly adhered to. – July 16, 2025 Main image credit: Daily Express
The Star
16 hours ago
- Business
- The Star
Asean news headlines as at 10pm on Tuesday (July 15)
Malaysia Freedom of Information Bill expected to be tabled by year-end, says Anwar Teen hands over mother's jewellery worth RM140,000 to scammers Cabinet yet to receive official memo on US ambassador pick, says Fahmi Maori community can be a model for Orang Asli tourism, socio-economic development, says Zahid Fighting corruption boosts economic growth, ensures national harmony, says Anwar Integrated Asean supply chain key to tackling US trade policies, says Liew Govt to review Judicial Appointments Commission Act, says Azalina KL ranks 12th globally in QS Best Student Cities 2026 Border control agency tightening security at transit zones to prevent illegal entry Anwar expected to announce judicial appointments July 16 Malaysia to host Smart City Expo KL 2025 in September Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong honours Sabah, reaffirms commitment to Asean Malaysia's economic model must be readjusted to withstand external pressures, says HR minister MACC nabs two Bangladeshis linked to 'counter setting' syndicate Rock legends Deep Purple are back in Kuala Lumpur after 15 years for a super concert at Mega Star Arena on Nov 23 University stabbing suspect remanded for four days Two Chinese nationals killed in crash on NSE near Tapah MAHB enhances KLIA T1 with RM30mil upgrades to improve passenger experience In the heart of Sabah, Danum Valley is a living jungle like no other No evidence of AI chip smuggling found, says Zafrul Japanese multinational to invest RM500mil in mall expansion in Seremban 2 Tourists can plan their journey around KL with this handy guidebook Loke: PM to announce new Chief Justice after obtaining Malay Rulers' consent Mara to sponsor 100 students bound for NZ varsities S'wak exploring strategic tie-ups in utilities, space industry in China Bali ferry tragedy: Wisma Putra confirms M'sian's death, says all consular processes concluded 'Superman' Syed Saddiq attends birthday party of Bella Astillah's children Singapore Singapore intensifies crackdown on vapes; young suspected Kpod peddlers nabbed in Bishan, Yishun The Violinist, Singapore's first animated historical film, set for August 2026 release Singapore public healthcare institutions to record all Kpod cases, confiscate vapes Singapore researchers get S$25mil grant to screen, treat lung cancer in Asian patients Actor-artist Chen Xi marries Japanese girlfriend in Singapore Singaporean actress Sheila Sim takes hair-cutting course after giving daughter 'awful' haircut S$10mil Toto results to be announced on July 17; no winners in past three draws Thailand Supreme Court hears fourth session on Thaksin's hospitalisation during sentence Thailand delays tourist entry fee till 2026 Golf, the femme fatale embroiled in sex scandal with monks, faces arrest over embezzlement of temple funds Suspended Thai PM asks court for more time to respond to ethics case Thailand unexpectedly delays naming new central bank chief Thai police submit sedition case against Hun Sen to prosecutors Thailand's changing cannabis rules leave farmers in a tough spot French President Emmanuel Macron, right welcoming Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto at the Elysee Palace in Paris n July 14. - AP Photo Indonesia Indonesia rescues 11 who swam for hours to survive boat capsize Search extended for 17 missing victims in Bali Strait ferry tragedy Indonesian diva and pop princess Bunga Citra Lestari to jive stage with Jaclyn Victor and violinist Dennis Lau for 'love concert' in KL Indonesia trains migrants workers as cultural ambassadors abroad Philippines Magnitude 5.8 earthquake strikes Luzon, Philippines Cops raid online lending company in Pasig City, nab 168 employees Reforms could help transform Philippines into middle-class society by 2040: World Bank Search for missing Philippine cockfighting enthusiasts in Taal Lake to take six months: Remula Vietnam Vietnam's capital to help residents switch to electric vehicles SpaceX expected to launch Starlink services in Vietnam from fourth quarter German customs officials find 1,500 tarantulas hidden in biscuit packaging from Vietnam Vietnam's former top health official prosecuted in dual bribery scandals Cambodia Archaeologists restoring ninth brick tower of Bakong temple in Cambodia's famed Angkor park Defence minister demands public apology for assault on Cambodian soldier at Ta Mone Thom Cambodian ministries going digital with e-invoice platform Myanmar Four consecutive earthquakes strike within hours in Myanmar Myanmar welcomes over 500,000 foreign tourists in H1 2025 Laos Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar to release 100 million fingerlings into rivers Laos moves toward integrating digital ID systems Brunei Brunei Sultan announces landmark reforms and digital transformation on 79th birthday Brunei's lion dance troupe to 'roar' at world championships China is experiencing a relentless heatwave, with temperatures forecast to exceed 40 deg C in parts of the country as residents prepare for the summer season to reach its peak on July 20. - AFP Aseanplus Australia sidesteps US tensions to seek closer China trade ties Hong Kong opens probe into AI-generated porn scandal at university China's Xi vows greater support for Russia as he meets Lavrov Pilot groups reject claims of human error in Air India crash Japan man sells Ferrari to fund shelter for 'taxing' dogs, repay pet that saved his life Heatwave sweeping across China could be unprecedented Parent of top student, teacher break into South Korean school to steal exam papers Typhoon Nari makes landfall over Japan's Hokkaido Teacher, teen arrested at Hong Kong airport in 'Ice', ketamine drug cases China steps in as US pulls back from diplomacy, report says Elegant Fine Caviar: Malaysian-owned caviar from a sturgeon farm in China World's oldest marathon runner dies aged 114 in road accident Fringe party vows to put 'Japan First' to chip away at LDP rule China's Q2 GDP growth tops forecast even as US tariff risks mount Squid Game's tragic couple speak out on their harrowing on-screen relationship Tech takes centre stage as Chinese students weigh up major choices Fringe party vows to put 'Japan First' to chip away at LDP rule Astronauts from India, Poland, Hungary head for splashdown with NASA veteran Japan's ruling coalition seen losing upper house majority, polls show Australia looks to scrap surcharges on most card payments Nvidia's CEO says it has US approval to sell its H20 AI computer chips in China Lego doubling down on China market Japan launches government body to address concerns over foreigners Bangladesh struggles to contain the fallout of an uprising that toppled its leader last year 'Butter': the foodie feminist bestseller skewering sexism in Japan Japan ruling party support plunges ahead of national election in NHK poll HK actor Ray Lui's wife flaunts RM216k handbag while vacationing with husband in Europe Asian markets mixed as China's economy meets forecasts
The Sun
20 hours ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Malaysia yet to receive official memo on Nick Adams as US envoy
PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Cabinet has not yet received an official memorandum from Wisma Putra concerning the reported nomination of conservative commentator Nick Adams as the next US Ambassador to Malaysia, according to MADANI Government spokesperson Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. Fahmi, who is also the Communications Minister, clarified that formal procedures require the Foreign Ministry to submit a memorandum to the Cabinet regarding any new diplomatic appointments. 'As of now, the matter has not been brought to the Cabinet's attention. It may be presented once we receive further updates, but at this point, it has yet to reach the Cabinet,' he said after appointing the Malaysian Media Council's founding board members. When asked if Malaysia could reject Adams' appointment, Fahmi referred to diplomatic protocols. 'In diplomacy, there is a concept known as 'agrément', where the host country must first accept the nominee. The same applies in reverse - when Malaysia appoints its envoys abroad, approval from the host nation is also required.' International reports indicate that former US President Donald Trump nominated Adams, an Australian-born conservative commentator and now a US citizen, for the ambassadorial role. The nomination has stirred discussions, with former Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin asserting Malaysia's right to reject the appointment under Article 4 of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations. Diplomatic norms dictate that no country can send an ambassador without the host nation's prior approval, a fundamental principle in international relations. – Bernama
The Star
a day ago
- Politics
- The Star
Cabinet yet to receive official memo on US ambassador pick, says Fahmi
PUTRAJAYA: The Cabinet has yet to receive an official memorandum from Wisma Putra regarding the reported nomination of conservative commentator and author, Nick Adams, as the next US Ambassador to Malaysia, says the Madani government spokesperson, Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. Fahmi, who is also the Communications Minister, said that in such matters, it is standard procedure for the Cabinet to receive a formal memorandum from the Foreign Ministry on any new ambassadorial or diplomatic appointment to Malaysia. "As of now, the matter has not been brought to the Cabinet's attention. It may be presented once we receive further updates, but at this point, it has yet to reach the Cabinet,' he told reporters after presenting appointment letters to the founding board members of the Malaysian Media Council on Tuesday (July 15). Asked whether Malaysia has the right to reject Adams' appointment, Fahmi pointed to diplomatic norms. "In diplomacy, there is a concept known as 'agrément', where the host country must first accept the nominee. The same applies in reverse - when Malaysia appoints its envoys abroad, approval from the host nation is also required,' he explained. International media previously reported that US President Donald Trump had nominated Nick Adams, an Australian-born conservative political commentator who is now a US citizen, to serve as US Ambassador to Malaysia. The nomination has sparked debate, with former health minister Khairy Jamaluddin stating that Malaysia has every right to reject Adams' appointment, citing Article 4 of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, which stipulates that a receiving state may refuse any diplomatic envoy without having to justify. Under diplomatic protocol, no country may send an ambassador without the host nation's prior consent, which is a key principle in international relations.- Bernama
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New Straits Times
a day ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
[UPDATED] Menara KL, parent company's suit against government to proceed to trial
KUALA LUMPUR: Menara Kuala Lumpur Sdn Bhd (MKLSB) and its parent company, Hydroshoppe Sdn Bhd's RM1 billion lawsuit against the government over the termination of the Kuala Lumpur Tower (Menara KL) management agreement will proceed to full trial. This came after High Court judge Roz Mawar Rozain dismissed the application by Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and the government to strike out the suit today. Roz Mawar, in her ruling, said the case against Fahmi and the government should not be struck out at this stage as there are triable issues, particularly relating to the proposed agreement in 2022, that warrant a full hearing. "Fahmi and the government gave five reasons to support their bid to strike out the suit. "While I may agree with some of them, the court finds that the case should not be dismissed at this stage, especially on the 2022 agreement. "This court cannot allow the striking out of the claims against the first (Fahmi) and second (the government) defendants, as this is not a clear and obvious case where the claim is plainly unsustainable. "Therefore, I dismiss the first and second defendants' application to strike out the suit," she said. Roz Mawar then fixed Nov 3 for the next case management. During the same hearing, Roz Mawar also allowed the application by three companies named as defendants to strike out the suit. According to Judge Roz Mawar, the pleadings filed against all three companies were weak, overly general, and insufficient for a claim that requires proof of specific elements. "The plaintiffs failed to state specific facts to support their allegations concerning the defendants' knowledge, the manner of interference (whether direct or indirect) any specific intention to interfere, or any special damages suffered. "The plaintiffs merely made bare allegations of dishonesty without stating specific supporting facts. "The details provided were merely a repetition of general claims from an inducement of breach of contract allegation. "The plaintiffs also failed to specify how the third to fifth defendants breached any duties related to the trust. "Serious allegations such as dishonesty require serious statements supported by concrete facts, not just conclusions," she said. In March 2024, Hydroshoppe and MKLSB filed a lawsuit against Fahmi, the government, LSH Service Master Sdn Bhd, LSH Best Builders Sdn Bhd, and Service Master (M) Sdn Bhd. LSH Service Master is a joint venture between LSH Best Builders and Service Master, which was awarded the tower management concession, replacing Hydroshoppe and MKLSB. Hydroshoppe and MKLSB filed the suit over the alleged wrongful termination of their agreement in November 2022, which included the extension of the company's concession period from 15 to 30 years.
