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Barnama
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
Sterner Action To Be Taken Against Illegal Waste Dumpers
ISKANDAR PUTERI, May 26 (Bernama) -- Johor will implement stricter measures to tackle the growing problem of illegal waste dumping. Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi stressed the need for more radical and comprehensive measures to ensure the ongoing sustainability of the state's environment. He said the recent decree by the Regent of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail, highlighting concerns about pollution in rivers and roads caused by irresponsible individuals, signals that it is time for more decisive action. "Among the steps include raising the minimum compound rate as a clear signal to all parties, in addition to amending or introducing new, more relevant and stringent laws," he said during the winding-up session of the Johor State Legislative Assembly sitting at Kota Iskandar here today. He added that the state government has also formed a Special Committee to Tackle Illegal Waste Dumping, which has three main focuses: strengthening enforcement and reviewing outdated by-laws; expanding civic education and public awareness campaigns more aggressively; and introducing a smart monitoring system based on Artificial Intelligence (AI) at hotspot areas to speed up the detection and prosecution of offenders. Onn Hafiz said that although Section 69 of the Local Government Act 1976 (Act 171) empowers local authorities to impose fines of up to RM2,000 or one-year imprisonment and an additional fine of RM500 per day for repeat offences, as well as the Environmental Quality Act 1974 (Act 127) which allows for penalties of up to RM100,000 for water pollution offences, these laws need to be further scrutinised. "Other countries are far stricter and more aggressive than us currently. For example, Singapore imposes fines ranging from 2,000 Singapore dollars (RM6,600) to 50,000 Singapore dollars (RM165,000), Corrective Work Orders (public cleaning work), and 'Name & Shame'. "In South Korea, the penalty goes up to 100 million won (RM350,000) and imprisonment of up to seven years, utilising technologies such as IoT sensors and CCTV. "In Japan, laws like the 'Waste Management and Public Cleansing Law' and the 'Water Pollution Control Law' empower authorities with significant authority. Fines can reach up to 10 million yen (over RM300,000), and violations may result in imprisonment for up to five years," he said.
The Sun
26-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Nine key 12MP projects approved
ISKANDAR PUTERI: Nine out of ten key projects proposed under the Fifth Rolling Plan of the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP) have been approved during the special state development meeting chaired by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on May 23, said Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi. He said the approved projects include the construction of Sultanah Aminah Dua Hospital in Johor Bharu and work to widen highways. He said this during today's winding-up debate session at the Johor State Legislative Assembly in Kota Iskandar. However, he revealed that 222 projects worth RM10.8 billion, approved under the 11MP are still in the pre-implementation stage. 'The state government considers this a serious matter. We have the allocations, yet work has not commenced since 2016. 'These projects, which involve upgrades to hospitals, schools, roads, and more, have not been able to move forward. I raised this issue during the state development meeting,' he said. He added that, with the Prime Minister's agreement, the state government will discuss the matter with relevant ministries and agencies to expedite the projects.
Barnama
26-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Nine Key 12MP Projects Approved
ISKANDAR PUTERI, May 26 (Bernama) -- Nine out of ten key projects proposed under the Fifth Rolling Plan of the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP) have been approved during the special state development meeting chaired by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on May 23, said Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi. He said the approved projects include the construction of Sultanah Aminah Dua Hospital in Johor Bharu and work to widen highways. He said this during today's winding-up debate session at the Johor State Legislative Assembly in Kota Iskandar.
New Straits Times
21-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Johor targets RM42b in tourism revenue for Visit Johor Year 2026
JOHOR TARGETS RM42 BLN IN TOURISM REVENUE FOR VISIT JOHOR YEAR 2026 ISKANDAR PUTERI, May 21 (Bernama) – The Johor government aims to generate RM42 billion in revenue from the tourism sector, both direct and indirect, as part of its efforts for Visit Johor Year 2026. Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said this target was based on the projected arrival of 12 million tourists over the year. "According to official data from Tourism Malaysia, the average per capita spending for tourists is RM3,500," he said during a session at the Johor State Legislative Assembly in Kota Iskandar today. "If we meet the target of 12 million tourists, the expected revenue, both direct and indirect, will total RM42 billion," he added. He was responding to a question from Hasrunizah Hassan (BN-Pulai Sebatang) regarding the tourism revenue and tourist targets for Visit Johor Year 2026. Onn Hafiz also emphasised that the state government is focusing on attracting domestic tourists and visitors from Singapore. Last month, he announced an allocation of RM116.35 million to upgrade public facilities, enhance tourism attractions and improve the overall visitor experience in Johor for 2024 and 2025. – BERNAMA
The Sun
21-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Johor targets RM42 bil in tourism revenue for Visit Johor year 2026
ISKANDAR PUTERI: The Johor government aims to generate RM42 billion in revenue from the tourism sector, both direct and indirect, as part of its efforts for Visit Johor Year 2026. Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said this target was based on the projected arrival of 12 million tourists over the year. 'According to official data from Tourism Malaysia, the average per capita spending for tourists is RM3,500,' he said during a session at the Johor State Legislative Assembly in Kota Iskandar today. 'If we meet the target of 12 million tourists, the expected revenue, both direct and indirect, will total RM42 billion,' he added. He was responding to a question from Hasrunizah Hassan (BN-Pulai Sebatang) regarding the tourism revenue and tourist targets for Visit Johor Year 2026. Onn Hafiz also emphasised that the state government is focusing on attracting domestic tourists and visitors from Singapore. Last month, he announced an allocation of RM116.35 million to upgrade public facilities, enhance tourism attractions and improve the overall visitor experience in Johor for 2024 and 2025.
