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Free Malaysia Today
3 days ago
- General
- Free Malaysia Today
Fake transit ploy foiled at KLIA, 105 foreign nationals ordered to leave
The border control agency said it would enhance its surveilance at all international gateways in the country and conduct thorough checks on all foreigners entering or leaving the country. PETALING JAYA : An attempt by a group of foreign nationals to enter the country on the pretext of being here on transit was thwarted by the Malaysian border control agency at KLIA on Thursday. The agency said that over 400 individuals from Bangladesh, Pakistan and India were screened during a targeted operation at Terminal 1, Bernama reported. 'Of these, 105 were found not to meet entry requirements and were subsequently ordered to return to their countries of origin. 'The tactic involved claiming to be transiting through Malaysia en route to a third country,' the agency was quoted as saying in a statement. However, investigations conducted in collaboration with the airlines revealed that their connecting flight tickets to these third-country destinations had been cancelled as soon as the individuals boarded their flights to KLIA. 'This was a deliberate ploy to mislead immigration officers,' it said. The agency said it would enhance its surveilance at all international gateways in the country and conduct thorough checks on all individuals entering or leaving Malaysia. It also issued a stern warning, stressing that no leniency would be shown to any party, including immigration officers found to be negligent or complicit, who will face disciplinary and legal action.
Independent Singapore
4 days ago
- Business
- Independent Singapore
Malaysia to use B20 biodiesel in ports to cut greenhouse gas and reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050
Photo: Freepik/tawatchai07(for illustration purposes only) SEPANG: Malaysia is ramping up its green efforts by switching from B10 palm-based biodiesel in its port operations to B20 biodiesel as part of a broader plan to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 45% by 2030 and reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, Bernama reported, citing Plantations and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani. Mr Johari said the government is targeting nationwide implementation, urging major ports including Penang Port, Port Klang, Johor Port, Tanjung Pelepas Port, and Kuantan Port to start using B20 biodiesel in their operations. Currently, Malaysian ports are using B10, a mixture of 10% palm-based biodiesel . B20, a blend of 20% palm-based methyl ester (PME) and 80% petroleum diesel, helps the environment by reducing the use of fossil-based fuels and lowering GHG emissions that contribute to global warming. After the launch of the B20 Use Pilot Project for Ground Service Vehicles and Machinery at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), Mr Johari told reporters that data are being collected to determine operational costs before full-scale implementation. Pilot projects have already been rolled out in Langkawi, Labuan, and Sarawak since 2020, and now KLIA, for its ground service vehicles and machinery. See also Najib named in 1MDB lawsuit ' This is one of the government's key initiatives because we've made a commitment to the world that we intend to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050,' Mr Johari said, adding that the move also strengthens Malaysia's position as the world's second-largest producer of palm oil. He said the project is a joint effort by the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB), Petronas Dagangan Bhd, Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB), and Syarikat Teras Kembang Sdn Bhd. Petronas is supplying the B20 biodiesel, MAHB is running airport operations, and Syarikat Teras Kembang is in charge of supplying B20 to ground service vehicle operators and machinery at KLIA. Mr Johari called the launch a 'historic milestone', saying it marks the first time B20 biodiesel is being used in the ground service or industrial sector at Malaysian airports. /TISG Read also: Green promises, grey realities: Is Singapore's sustainability agenda working?
Malay Mail
5 days ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Malaysia targets ports to adopt B20 biodiesel in drive toward net-zero emissions
SEPANG, May 29 — The government is targeting all ports nationwide currently using B10 palm-based biodiesel in their operations to transition to B20 biodiesel, said Plantations and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani. Johari said the initiative would support the country's efforts to meet its goal of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emission intensity based on Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by 45 per cent by 2030 and to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. 'In the future, I want to see every port, like Penang Port, Port Klang, Tanjung Pelepas Port, Johor Port and Kuantan Port, start using B20 biodiesel in their operations. 'We are currently collecting statistics, and based on that data, we will be able to determine the operational costs involved,' he told reporters after launching the B20 Use Pilot Project for Ground Service Vehicles and Machinery at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) here today. He said the government had already begun pilot projects for the use of B20 biodiesel in Langkawi, Labuan and Sarawak in 2020 and now at KLIA for ground service vehicles and machinery to create a big impact and be a catalyst for national change in the use of green energy. Johari said the initiative not only supports Malaysia's transition toward sustainable energy but alsod the initiative not only supports Malaysia's transition toward sustainable energy but also strengthens the country's position as the world's second largest producer of palm oil, which is committed to responsible and proactive practices. 'This is one of the government's key initiatives because we've made a commitment to the world that we intend to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050,' he said. According to Johari, the project is being implemented through a strategic collaboration between the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB), Petronas Dagangan Bhd, Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) and Syarikat Teras Kembang Sdn Bhd. He said Petronas Dagangan Bhd serves as the B20 biodiesel supplier, MAHB as the airport operator, while Syarikat Teras Kembang Sdn Bhd manages the petrol stations supplying B20 to operators of ground service vehicles and machinery at KLIA. 'This launch is a historic milestone as it marks the first time B20 biodiesel has been introduced for the ground service sector or the industrial sector at airports in Malaysia,' he said. B20 is a blend of 20 per cent palm methyl ester (PME) and 80 per cent petroleum diesel. Its use is seen as contributing to sustainability and reducing the use of fossil-based fuels, as well as reducing the use of GHGs that cause global warming. — Bernama
Malay Mail
26-05-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
The Asean Summit road closures show why KLIA needs a unified mobility strategy — Yap Wen Min
May 26 — As Kuala Lumpur prepared to welcome delegates for the 46th Asean Summit in late May 2025, main highways, including every major route to KLIA and Subang Airport, were closed in phases. Even regular commuters were scrambling for alternatives as Plus Malaysia and Selangor police announced closures on the Elite and NKVE highways, advising travellers to 'plan ahead' and 'expect delays.' The experience of accessing KLIA during the summit more closely resembled navigating a restricted operational zone rather than undertaking a routine commute. For passengers with early morning flights, airport workers with shifts, or ride-hailing drivers on tight schedules, the lack of timely, consolidated information resulted in missed flights, unexpected delays, and financial stress. KLIA handled approximately 57.1 million passengers in 2024 alone. With this scale of movement, even minor lapses in coordination ripple across sectors, not just affecting travellers but also logistics, tourism, and business continuity (Centre for Aviation, 2024). Ironically, Malaysia had already established comprehensive frameworks aimed at enhancing transport integration and smart mobility long before the summit. Launched on October 17, 2019, the National Transport Policy 2019–2030 (NTP 2030) outlines the strategic directions to develop an efficient, integrated, and sustainable transport system that 'supports economic growth and the well-being of the rakyat' (PMO, 2019). Similarly, the Smart Selangor Action Plan 2025, approved in August 2020, proposes initiatives like the Integrated Traffic Information System (ITIS) and a unified public transport network to improve congestion management and real-time responsiveness (Smart Selangor, 2020). At the federal level, the Malaysia Smart City Framework, introduced in September 2019, encourages collaboration between local authorities and technology partners in building data-driven, citizen-focused mobility systems (KPKT, 2019). Despite these well-articulated policies, the Asean Summit held in May 2025 highlighted a gap between planning and execution. It became clear that transport agencies were operating in silos. The police managed VIP escorts, Plus oversaw the highways, local councils dealt with city roads, and airport authorities focused on terminals, but no one coordinated the entire system. Plus announced road closures. Police published escort schedules. Airlines told passengers to switch to the KLIA Express. But without a central body managing everything in real-time, the public was left to piece it all together themselves. And if this is what happens during a planned event, what would the response look like during a sudden emergency such as flash floods or a major traffic incident? This lack of coordination revealed that while national and state-level plans promote data sharing, system integration, and proactive traffic management, there's still no unified command structure to put those plans into action. If key players such as DBKL, Plus, ERL (airport train), RapidKL (rail), and ride-hailing platforms had been feeding live data into a shared system, there could have been real-time dashboards showing open routes, train frequencies, and ride availability near KLIA. A unified dashboard could have displayed alternate routes on Plus highways, KLIA Express train schedules, and nearby ride options near Subang—all in one place, accessible to the public. The real issue lies in connecting the dots. However, developing a unified command system will require investment in digital infrastructure, data-sharing frameworks, and ongoing coordination across agencies. Yet, the cost of inaction is far greater. According to the World Bank, urban traffic congestion can cost cities up to 2–4% of GDP annually, primarily through lost productivity, fuel wastage, and delays in the movement of goods and services. In Malaysia's context, this would mean billions of ringgit in potential economic losses each year if left unaddressed. With much of the infrastructure already in place, the next phase is less about spending more and more about spending smarter. Police step up security measures across Kuala Lumpur in preparation for the Asean Summit, ensuring the safety of delegates and smooth traffic management. — Picture by Hari Anggara A unified mobility command centre The practical solution is to formalise a Unified Mobility Command Centre that brings together all stakeholders—federal and state agencies, police, expressways, airports, transit operators, and apps. Beyond improving mobility, such a centre would reduce the economic inefficiencies caused by poor coordination, prevent service overlaps, and minimise traffic-related losses that currently cost Malaysia billions each year. This idea is already well-grounded in existing frameworks such as Smart Selangor's plan, which envisions a state committee and integrated transport systems, and the national Smart City Framework's goal of building collaborative urban systems. Critically, this centre should be built as a public-private partnership. Government agencies can set the governance model while private operators such as ERL, Grab, Waze, and Plus contribute to infrastructure, data, and service coordination. According to KPKT (2019), Malaysia's Smart City Framework explicitly encourages such partnerships to drive implementation through co-funded pilot projects and shared accountability. In practical terms, the centre would aggregate real-time data streams from highways (Plus, ELITE, NKVE), rail lines, city traffic systems, and airport terminals. Moreover, it would manage rerouting, signal adjustments, and real-time alerts to the public via apps and signage. It should also serve as the permanent response unit for traffic disruptions, whether caused by diplomatic events or weather-related emergencies. This is not speculative. ITS infrastructure, VMS signboards, and API-enabled apps like Smart Selangor and Waze already exist. The next step is to integrate them into a live dashboard under a shared protocol with clear lines of authority. It is time to turn these blueprints into reality. Not just for summits, but for everyday mobility resilience. KLIA is not just an airport; it is a national gateway. Keeping it accessible is a matter of public trust, economic continuity, and institutional maturity. The frameworks are ready, the infrastructure is in place. Now, what's needed is smarter coordination. With the right coordination, Malaysia can move better—efficiently, equitably, and economically. *This is the personal opinion of the writer or publication and does not necessarily represent the views of Malay Mail.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Yahoo
Two men caught smuggling over 300 exotic animals at KLIA, including blue iguanas and red-eared sliders
KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 — The Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) detained two men in an attempt to smuggle hundreds of exotic animals out of Terminal 1 at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) on Wednesday. During a joint inspection at 6:30am, the enforcement agency found more than 300 exotic and protected wild animals hidden inside the luggage of the two men involved. In a statement, AKPS said the animal species included blue iguanas, red-eared sliders, Savannah monitors, Nile monitors, common spotted cuscuses, and black-throated monitors. 'Preliminary investigations revealed that both individuals failed to produce any documents, permits, or authorisation letters to export wildlife. As a result, they were detained under the Wildlife Conservation Act 2010 (Act 716) and the International Trade in Endangered Species Act 2008 (Act 686). All the wildlife was seized and confiscated for further action, with an estimated total value of approximately RM460,000,' it said. The integrated monitoring and enforcement operations involving AKPS, the Department of Wildlife Protection and National Parks (Perhilitan), and the Aviation Security (AVSEC) team will be intensified to combat wildlife smuggling and ensure the country's biodiversity conservation is maintained. 'Any possession, transfer, or trade of wildlife without proper authorization is an offence subject to severe legal action,' it added.
