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Borneo Post
4 hours ago
- Politics
- Borneo Post
PKR Sabah may contest more than 13 seats - Mustapha
Kamil (second left) presenting the aid to a recipient, while Mustapha (centre) and Peto (left) look on. KOTA KINABALU (June 5): Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) may contest more than 13 seats in the upcoming state elections, said PKR Sabah chairman Datuk Ts Mustapha Sakmud. Mustapha clarified that the figure recently mentioned by PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar is not final and suggested that the party may field more candidates. He also revealed that the proposed lineup would include youth and women candidates. The Sepanggar Member of Parliament was speaking to reporters at the 'Tautan Kasih Madani' programme for the underprivileged community in Darau on Thursday. Angkatan Muda Keadilan (AMK) chief Kamil Munim stated that Sabah's PKR chapter will lead the discussions on seat allocations and candidate selection. Matters beyond their jurisdiction will be referred to the party's top leadership. Kamil expressed confidence that young candidates will be featured prominently in the state polls, pending approval from the party's Sabah chairman and election director. 'Whatever happens, we must not focus solely on candidates but also strengthen our party machinery to ensure success and make history in Sabah,' he said during the event. As part of the 'Tautan Kasih Madani' programme, Kamil who is also the Political Secretary to the Finance Minister, presented cash aid under the Prime Minister's special allocation to around 500 recipients from the underprivileged community in Darau. Also present was Inanam assemblyman and PKR Sabah elections director Datuk Peto Galim.
New Straits Times
4 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Sudan's prime minister dissolves caretaker government
CAIRO: Sudan's new Prime Minister Kamil Idris has dissolved the country's caretaker government, state news agency SUNA reported late on Sunday. SUNA did not specify when a new government, the first since war broke out between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, would be announced. Kamil was appointed by army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, Sudan's head of state. The RSF has said since earlier this year that it would form its own parallel government with allied parties. Kamil took the oath of office on Saturday as the country's first prime minister since a military-led coup in 2021. In a speech on Sunday, he vowed to remain at equal distance from all political parties and to prioritise stability, security, and reconstruction in Sudan. - Reuters
New Straits Times
15-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Malaysia eyes up to US$10bil in trade, investment with Russia
KAZAN: Malaysia could unlock up to US$10 billion in trade and investment opportunities with Russia over the next five years as both countries intensify bilateral cooperation across strategic sectors, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's aide. Political secretary to the prime minister Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim said Anwar's official visit to Russia had laid the groundwork for substantial economic collaboration, particularly in high-tech industries and halal trade. "There is tremendous investment potential in the years ahead and if all moves in the right direction, we foresee between US$5 billion to US$10 billion in realisable trade and investment flows between Malaysia and Russia," he said. Kamil was speaking to Malaysian reporters at the Kazan Kremlin during the prime minister's meeting with Rais (head) of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov. Anwar's visit to Kazan marks the second leg of his four-day official trip to Russia, which began in Moscow on May 13. Kamil said Russia's technological strengths, particularly in aerospace, artificial intelligence and halal manufacturing, aligned well with Malaysia's development priorities. One of the key developments, he added, would be the soon-to-be-resumed direct flight service by Russian airline Aeroflot between Moscow and Kuala Lumpur, a move expected to boost two-way tourism and facilitate business travel. "This is significant, especially considering the sharp increase in tourist arrivals between both countries over the past two years," Kamil said. "We see real demand and the reopening of this route will further catalyse economic and people-to-people exchanges." Among the outcomes of the visit was a letter of intent signed by the Agriculture and Food Security Ministry to begin importing meat products from Russia. In return, Malaysia will assist Russia in enhancing its halal certification capabilities, an area where Malaysia is widely recognised as a global leader. Kamil also confirmed that more memoranda of understanding (MoUs) were in the pipeline, covering sectors such as digital technology, education and agri-innovation. "Both governments have pledged to act swiftly on previously signed MoUs and are committed to following through," he said. On Western sanctions against Russia, Kamil said Malaysia would continue to oppose unilateral measures and uphold its independent foreign policy stance. "Malaysia does not support unilateral sanctions and continues to seek constructive solutions to facilitate smoother cross-border transactions with Russia," he said. Despite current geopolitical challenges, including financial transaction barriers due to sanctions, Kamil said both governments were working closely to overcome obstacles. On trade performance, he said that it remained on an upward trajectory, driven by Russia's growing exports to Malaysia and increased engagement from both public and private sectors. "This visit is a remarkable success for Malaysia," Kamil said. "In the current global climate, this is an extraordinary achievement and a bold move by the prime minister to assert Malaysia's independent foreign policy while protecting national interest." He added that the MH17 issue, which resurfaced in international discourse ahead of Anwar's visit, was raised directly with President Vladimir Putin. This, he said, underscored Malaysia's firm commitment to justice for the victims without politicising the tragedy. "The prime minister clearly conveyed Malaysia's position and Putin responded with a commitment to cooperate with an independent and credible investigation." Anwar's official visit to Russia is set to conclude on May 16, with the final leg centred on engagements in Kazan, including a keynote address at the KazanForum 2025 plenary session.
New Straits Times
15-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Malaysia eyes up to RM10bil in trade, investment with Russia
KAZAN: Malaysia could unlock up to RM10 billion in trade and investment opportunities with Russia over the next five years as both countries intensify bilateral cooperation across strategic sectors, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's aide. Political secretary to the prime minister Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim said Anwar's official visit to Russia had laid the groundwork for substantial economic collaboration, particularly in high-tech industries and halal trade. "There is tremendous investment potential in the years ahead and if all moves in the right direction, we foresee between RM5 billion to RM10 billion in realisable trade and investment flows between Malaysia and Russia," he said. Kamil was speaking to Malaysian reporters at the Kazan Kremlin during the prime minister's meeting with Rais (head) of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov. Anwar's visit to Kazan marks the second leg of his four-day official trip to Russia, which began in Moscow on May 13. Kamil said Russia's technological strengths, particularly in aerospace, artificial intelligence and halal manufacturing, aligned well with Malaysia's development priorities. One of the key developments, he added, would be the soon-to-be-resumed direct flight service by Russian airline Aeroflot between Moscow and Kuala Lumpur, a move expected to boost two-way tourism and facilitate business travel. "This is significant, especially considering the sharp increase in tourist arrivals between both countries over the past two years," Kamil said. "We see real demand and the reopening of this route will further catalyse economic and people-to-people exchanges." Among the outcomes of the visit was a letter of intent signed by the Agriculture and Food Security Ministry to begin importing meat products from Russia. In return, Malaysia will assist Russia in enhancing its halal certification capabilities, an area where Malaysia is widely recognised as a global leader. Kamil also confirmed that more memoranda of understanding (MoUs) were in the pipeline, covering sectors such as digital technology, education and agri-innovation. "Both governments have pledged to act swiftly on previously signed MoUs and are committed to following through," he said. On Western sanctions against Russia, Kamil said Malaysia would continue to oppose unilateral measures and uphold its independent foreign policy stance. "Malaysia does not support unilateral sanctions and continues to seek constructive solutions to facilitate smoother cross-border transactions with Russia," he said. Despite current geopolitical challenges, including financial transaction barriers due to sanctions, Kamil said both governments were working closely to overcome obstacles. On trade performance, he said that it remained on an upward trajectory, driven by Russia's growing exports to Malaysia and increased engagement from both public and private sectors. "This visit is a remarkable success for Malaysia," Kamil said. "In the current global climate, this is an extraordinary achievement and a bold move by the prime minister to assert Malaysia's independent foreign policy while protecting national interest." He added that the MH17 issue, which resurfaced in international discourse ahead of Anwar's visit, was raised directly with President Vladimir Putin. This, he said, underscored Malaysia's firm commitment to justice for the victims without politicising the tragedy. "The prime minister clearly conveyed Malaysia's position and Putin responded with a commitment to cooperate with an independent and credible investigation." Anwar's official visit to Russia is set to conclude on May 16, with the final leg centred on engagements in Kazan, including a keynote address at the KazanForum 2025 plenary session.
Days of Palestine
06-05-2025
- Politics
- Days of Palestine
Israel Occupation Demolishes 106 Palestinian Homes in West Bank
DaysofPal- The Israeli occupation forces launched a massive demolition campaign on Tuesday morning, targeting Palestinian homes in the Tulkarem and Nur Shams refugee camps in the northern West Bank. According to Israeli Channel 14, the Israeli occupation forces began demolishing 106 buildings as part of an ongoing military operation in the area that has spanned several months. Tulkarm Governor Abdullah Kamil confirmed that 15 housing units were destroyed in Nur Shams camp alone, condemning the actions as 'a reflection of the sadistic and criminal mindset' of the Israeli occupation. 'These demolitions are not about security,' Kamil stated, 'but about inflicting suffering and enforcing forced displacement.' Eyewitnesses reported that Israeli bulldozers razed several multi-story buildings in the Al-Manshiya neighborhood of Nur Shams camp on Monday afternoon. The demolitions followed prior notices issued by Israeli occupation forces last Thursday, which were accompanied by maps highlighting targeted buildings and shared with the Palestinian Authority. On Monday evening, six additional homes were marked for demolition under the pretext of 'military purposes.' The demolitions are part of an intensified Israeli campaign that has continued for 99 consecutive days in Tulkarem and 86 days in Nur Shams camp. The operations include widespread raids, arrests, and the militarization of residential areas, with bulldozers and armored vehicles stationed throughout the region. The humanitarian toll is mounting. Local officials report that more than 4,200 families—over 25,000 individuals—have been forcibly displaced from the camps. A total of 396 homes have been destroyed, with an additional 2,573 partially damaged. In many cases, residential buildings along Nablus Street and nearby areas have been seized and turned into Israeli military outposts after residents were evicted. At least 13 Palestinians have been killed during the ongoing assault, including a child and two women, one of whom was eight months pregnant. Dozens more have been injured or arrested. Palestinian officials and rights groups are warning that the scale of destruction and displacement in Tulkarem and Nur Shams amounts to collective punishment and violates international law. Shortlink for this post:
