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Malaysiakini
16-07-2025
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
PAS' 'leaders for life' show lack of capable successors
YOURSAY | 'This ensures younger upstarts with new ideas don't rise and overthrow these dinosaurs.' PAS leaders usually remain until death - Takiyuddin Coward: It's PAS' choice on the issue of the term of office for its leader. However, this does sound like monarchic behaviour. In Perikatan Nasional, you only have PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang. In PAS, I can see only two other real leaders. The first is you, Takiyuddin Hassan, the party's secretary-general. However, while we see some signs of intelligence, you don't have any track record. The other is Terengganu Menteri Besar Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar, whose only claim to leadership is that he is better than the rest. That is not a credit to him because the quality of the rest is frankly not up to scratch. Even then, he has nothing to show for in Terengganu. This is a red flag because he has been there for a long time. However, the most crucial issue here is Hadi. Is there only one able to stand up to Bersatu? Not even you, Takiyuddin, can do it? Although I am expecting and looking forward to a big ignominious fight between PAS and Bersatu when Hadi relinquishes his post, unlike some PAS leaders, I don't wish for anything bad to happen to him. That time will come and hopefully result in a better Malaysia. I don't care if it is at the expense of PAS or Bersatu. They are both expendable. Doc: I guess, Takiyuddin's statement is to ensure 'incompetence' carries on unhindered in PAS. It is also to ensure the younger generation of leaders with new ideas and experiences don't rise to overthrow these dinosaurs. PAS' modus operandi of blaming non-Malays and DAP for all the Malays' misfortune is being championed by the geriatric guards in PAS for aeons. But it is still effectively hoodwinking the Malay population. So, I guess, there is no reason to change the leadership. VioletOrca0545: The party that always claims that others are communists appears to be acting worse than communists. Whomever you choose as president is still human. Humans make mistakes, humans change, and there will always be someone better. By insisting a leader must be there until he or she dies, you are deifying whoever you choose as a leader. You are claiming that the person is perfect until the day he/she passed on. As a Muslim, you should know that the concept of perfection is only applicable to God and God alone. A Muslim can contribute to Islam regardless of whether he/she is president of the party or not. MerdekaMerdekaMerdeka: According to the Malaysiakini report, 'Takiyuddin cited previous PAS leaders - including former president Fadzil Noor and former spiritual adviser Nik Abdul Aziz Nik Mat - as examples of those who remained in office until their deaths. 'So, in Islam, as long as we are able, we continue to struggle for Islam.' Takiyuddin, you are 100 percent correct. Ergo, one does not need to be affiliated with any political body to propagate Islam. One can even do it on one's deathbed. So, what is PAS trying to spin? Ahmad Dusuki Abdul Rani, an independent preacher who graduated from Al-Azhar University in the field of syariah and law, went further to label those challenging the clerical leadership as 'devils among humans and genies'. Hang on, Dusuki, isn't everyone at PAS the one and the same? This is a man-made criterion stemming from selfishness and greed. DontGetMeWrong: Well, it is not a surprise that PAS leaders, as well as their hardcore supporters, stick to the party for life. We hardly heard of any PAS leaders or supporters jumping ship. What are the reasons? It is because PAS has the exclusive rights to heaven for those who vote and support the party? How gullible can one be? Annonimous 4500: Yes, PAS leaders remain united until death. Is it because of their statutory declaration to the party before being selected as a candidate for the general election? Something is seriously wrong with all political parties which practice such a policy. This should be made illegal in today's modern world. HoyoHoyo: Hello Takiyuddin, this is exactly what was wrong with PAS. Your outdated leaders and religious teachings can usually remain until death. But the world has changed. The change is more rapid now. With bilateral trade realignment, shifts in geopolitics and advances in artificial intelligence, you are still inside a cave. Without reforms in leadership and doctrinal rules, death awaits PAS. Turnedback: What sort of silly reasons to allow someone who cannot contribute to hold on to power and position until he dies? This indicates that PAS cannot find a suitable candidate for the party; they are not willing to progress and direct the party. How are they going to run the country with such a mindset? The above is a selection of comments posted by Malaysiakini subscribers. Only paying subscribers can post comments. In the past year, Malaysiakinians have posted over 100,000 comments. Join the Malaysiakini community and help set the news agenda. Subscribe now. These comments are compiled to reflect the views of Malaysiakini subscribers on matters of public interest. Malaysiakini does not intend to represent these views as fact.
Malaysiakini
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
PAS' 'leaders for life' shows lack of capable successors
YOURSAY | 'This ensures younger upstarts with new ideas don't rise and overthrow these dinosaurs.' PAS leaders usually remain until death - Takiyuddin Coward: It's PAS' choice on the issue of the term of office for its leader. However, this does sound like monarchic behaviour. In Perikatan Nasional, you only have PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang. In PAS, I can see only two other real leaders. The first is you, Takiyuddin Hassan, the party's secretary-general. However, while we see some signs of intelligence, you don't have any track record. The other is Terengganu Menteri Besar Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar, whose only claim to leadership is that he is better than the rest. That is not a credit to him because the quality of the rest is frankly not up to scratch. Even then, he has nothing to show for in Terengganu. This is a red flag because he has been there for a long time. However, the most crucial issue here is Hadi. Is there only one able to stand up to Bersatu? Not even you, Takiyuddin, can do it? Although I am expecting and looking forward to a big ignominious fight between PAS and Bersatu when Hadi relinquishes his post, unlike some PAS leaders, I don't wish for anything bad to happen to him. That time will come and hopefully result in a better Malaysia. I don't care if it is at the expense of PAS or Bersatu. They are both expendable. Doc: I guess, Takiyuddin's statement is to ensure 'incompetence' carries on unhindered in PAS. It is also to ensure the younger generation of leaders with new ideas and experiences don't rise to overthrow these dinosaurs. PAS' modus operandi of blaming non-Malays and DAP for all the Malays' misfortune is being championed by the geriatric guards in PAS for aeons. But it is still effectively hoodwinking the Malay population. So, I guess, there is no reason to change the leadership. VioletOrca0545: The party that always claims that others are communists appears to be acting worse than communists. Whomever you choose as president is still human. Humans make mistakes, humans change, and there will always be someone better. By insisting a leader must be there until he or she dies, you are deifying whoever you choose as a leader. You are claiming that the person is perfect until the day he/she passed on. As a Muslim, you should know that the concept of perfection is only applicable to God and God alone. A Muslim can contribute to Islam regardless of whether he/she is president of the party or not. MerdekaMerdekaMerdeka: According to the Malaysiakini report, 'Takiyuddin cited previous PAS leaders - including former president Fadzil Noor and former spiritual adviser Nik Abdul Aziz Nik Mat - as examples of those who remained in office until their deaths. 'So, in Islam, as long as we are able, we continue to struggle for Islam.' Takiyuddin, you are 100 percent correct. Ergo, one does not need to be affiliated with any political body to propagate Islam. One can even do it on one's deathbed. So, what is PAS trying to spin? Ahmad Dusuki Abdul Rani, an independent preacher who graduated from Al-Azhar University in the field of syariah and law, went further to label those challenging the clerical leadership as 'devils among humans and genies'. Hang on, Dusuki, isn't everyone at PAS the one and the same? This is a man-made criterion stemming from selfishness and greed. DontGetMeWrong: Well, it is not a surprise that PAS leaders, as well as their hardcore supporters, stick to the party for life. We hardly heard of any PAS leaders or supporters jumping ship. What are the reasons? It is because PAS has the exclusive rights to heaven for those who vote and support the party? How gullible can one be? Annonimous 4500: Yes, PAS leaders remain united until death. Is it because of their statutory declaration to the party before being selected as a candidate for the general election? Something is seriously wrong with all political parties which practice such a policy. This should be made illegal in today's modern world. HoyoHoyo: Hello Takiyuddin, this is exactly what was wrong with PAS. Your outdated leaders and religious teachings can usually remain until death. But the world has changed. The change is more rapid now. With bilateral trade realignment, shifts in geopolitics and advances in artificial intelligence, you are still inside a cave. Without reforms in leadership and doctrinal rules, death awaits PAS. Turnedback: What sort of silly reasons to allow someone who cannot contribute to hold on to power and position until he dies? This indicates that PAS cannot find a suitable candidate for the party; they are not willing to progress and direct the party. How are they going to run the country with such a mindset? The above is a selection of comments posted by Malaysiakini subscribers. Only paying subscribers can post comments. In the past year, Malaysiakinians have posted over 100,000 comments. Join the Malaysiakini community and help set the news agenda. Subscribe now. These comments are compiled to reflect the views of Malaysiakini subscribers on matters of public interest. Malaysiakini does not intend to represent these views as fact.
Business Recorder
08-07-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Indonesia palm oil group says palm oil exports to US may fall due to tariffs
JAKARTA: Indonesian palm oil exports to the United States may fall due to the 32% tariffs threatened on Indonesian goods, Hadi Sugeng, secretary general of the Indonesia Palm Oil Association (GAPKI), told Reuters on Tuesday. Palm oil products are among Indonesia's top exports to the United States. If implemented, the tariff could lead to a 15%-20% drop in Indonesian palm oil shipments to the United States, which stood at an average of 2.25 million metric tons per year over the past three years, Hadi said. Overall, Indonesia exported 29.5 million tons of palm oil products in 2024. 'The competitiveness of palm oil will decline against other vegetable oils such as soybean oil and rapeseed oil, especially if countries exporting these vegetable oils receive lower tariffs,' he added. Malaysian palm oil futures rise on strong crude oil Indonesian palm oil products, which account for 85% of US palm imports, may also lose market share to Malaysian palm oil, which faces a lower tariff. Indonesia's top negotiator is headed to Washington on Tuesday to meet with trade representatives of the United States, an economic ministry official said.
Miami Herald
06-07-2025
- Climate
- Miami Herald
High wind gusts and heavy showers lash much of Miami-Dade and Broward counties
Sunday was a washout for much of Miami-Dade and Broward counties, influenced by the tail end of far-away Tropical Storm Chantal leaving the area with high winds, thunder and heavy rainfall, according to forecasters. Although the third named storm of the season made landfall in South Carolina, Sunday's wet weather in South Florida was the result of the system, said National Weather Service meteorologist Sammy Hadi. Wind gusts were measured in both counties between 30 mph and up to 45 mph, she added. Although it rained throughout the day, Hadi said accumulation averaged less than 1 inch in South Florida, with some areas getting between 1 and 2 inches. The nasty weather was expected to taper off into the late afternoon as Chantal moved into eastern North Carolina. While it is rainy season, and afternoon showers and thunderstorms are expected daily throughout the summer, Hadi said the bulk of the heavy weather on Monday is expected to move inland toward the Everglades and north to Lake Okeechobee.
Malaysiakini
26-06-2025
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
PAS leaders must stop racist fear-mongering
YOURSAY | 'They cry about Malay rights but sabotage national pride when non-Malays succeed.' Hadi's son-in-law paints racist dystopia on news of first Chinese lieutenant general P Dev Anand Pillai: Well, Sungai Buloh PAS division chief Zaharuddin Muhammad is speaking his mind. It is a matter for the Malays in power to deal with. The liberal and progressive groups, the conservative and religiously inclined group and the radical ultra-Malays; they would have to deal with probabilities like this. The Malays of yesteryears had no issues with non-Malays being promoted to certain designations in the civil services and the armed forces. If we take a stroll down memory lane and visit our nation's archives, we can see who was the first rear admiral of the navy when it was formed after the British military administration left the country in 1957. It was none other than K Thanabalasingam. Before Sulaiman Sujak, an air vice chief marshal, took over the Royal Malaysian Air Force in 1968, it was Alexander Johnstone who was in charge as air commodore. Therefore, our history shows what kind of people we were when the country was first formed and to what kind of people we have become after 68 years of independence. The non-Malays have no issues as to who is in charge of the nation's armed forces. We know we don't have much of a say any more because of the lack of participation. But as long as there is still an opportunity and room for a reset, perhaps we may consider it as service to the nation, but for that to happen, it will take some serious mindset changes, which one believes we are not in a state to do so today. But one always believes in hope. JWKK: I greatly appreciate DAP lawmaker Syahredzan Johan slamming Zaharuddin for not knowing the history and diversity that is Malaysia. I sensed, however, that Syahredzan was pulling his punches. Certainly, there must be room for diplomacy in a democracy, something Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh, shamelessly, knows nothing about. However, sometimes the diplomatic approach sorely misses the point. Is it not true that Zaharuddin used his know-nothing-about-Malaysia nonsense for only one reason: his bigotry? He is no different from his father-in-law, PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang. Since we are supposed to be living in this age of no incendiary 3R (race, religion and royalty) remarks, does Zaharuddin's racist views not violate that rule? Shouldn't the police arrest Zaharuddin? On the other hand, they had no reason and still went ahead and arrested Sabah protesters for sedition, even though they had been shamed into releasing them immediately. Zaharuddin's racist rant is seditious. The police should do their job as professionals sworn to protect and serve the country, which, in case they forget, is made up of a diverse population that is Malaysia. Kingsman: PAS leaders like Zaharuddin should stop spreading racist fear-mongering instead of celebrating national unity. Malaysia deserves leaders who uplift, not divide. Lim's promotion is a proud milestone - PAS turning it into a racial issue shows their toxic, backwards politics. If PAS spent less time inventing dystopian fantasies and more on real issues, maybe Malaysia would progress faster. Their hypocrisy is clear. They cry about "Malay rights" but sabotage national pride when a non-Malay succeeds. Pathetic. Grow up lah: Congratulations, Johnny Lim for becoming lieutenant general. Your hard work and dedication are recognised and appreciated. You are one of the very few non-Malays to be promoted in our institutionalised racist country. It is not about race or religion, but defending our nation's sovereignty in times of need. I hope our armed forces will continue to spearhead colour-blind promotions and opportunities for more non-Malays. Just a Malaysian: Thank you, Zaharudin. You open our eyes and remind us, non-Malays, what PAS is made of. It reminded us that no matter how weak we think Pakatan Harapan is, it is still way better than what a PAS-dominated Perikatan Nasional will do to the non-Malays. Support Harapan, but pressure them to do better. Frankly speaking: All the generals loyal to the king and country are the ones who dedicate their lives to protecting the country. Stop the polemics, PAS. It is also an insult to all the uniformed personnel of this country! The above is a selection of comments posted by Malaysiakini subscribers. Only paying subscribers can post comments. In the past year, Malaysiakinians have posted over 100,000 comments. Join the Malaysiakini community and help set the news agenda. Subscribe now. These comments are compiled to reflect the views of Malaysiakini subscribers on matters of public interest. Malaysiakini does not intend to represent these views as fact.
