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Barnama
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Barnama
Malaysia Aims For 10,000 EV Charging Stations By 2025
GENERAL By Kenny Teng BANGKOK, May 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is targeting to establish 10,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations nationwide by the end of 2025, according to Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. Fadillah, who also serves as the Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister, said Malaysia aspires to become a regional hub for EV production and innovation while strengthening the entire EV value chain. "The government is focusing on improving and upgrading nationwide charging infrastructure to boost EV sales and attract potential investors to this growing segment. "Our target is to have approximately 10,000 charging stations across Malaysia, including Sabah and Sarawak, by the end of this year," he said during an address at a dinner with the Malaysian diaspora in Thailand on Thursday. Fadillah highlighted Malaysia's National Investment Aspirations, which aim to position the country as a global supply chain hub by attracting high-quality investments and enhancing the capabilities of local industries. "I believe Malaysia has great potential in the EV segment. As EV sales increase, more investors will be drawn to the sector," he said. However, Fadillah acknowledged the current challenges, particularly the demand for faster direct current (DC) chargers over alternating current (AC) chargers. "We are working closely with Petronas and other industry players to address this issue. Our ministry is ensuring sufficient charging connectivity, including along highways, in rural areas, and across other parts of Malaysia," he explained.
Barnama
22-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Malaysia And Thailand To Enhance Power Grid Interconnection Facilities
WORLD By Kenny Teng BANGKOK, May 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Thailand have announced plans to upgrade their existing power interconnection facilities, further solidifying a decades-long partnership in energy cooperation. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said the collaboration underscores the strong history of technical cooperation and mutual trust between the two nations. 'We are all aware that the interconnection, commissioned in the early 2000s, is ageing. Its reliability has fallen below standards due to obsolescence, and our countries are finding it increasingly challenging to maintain the facilities. 'As Malaysia and Thailand progress in integrating more renewable energy into our grids, the reliability of our interconnection becomes even more critical,' Fadillah said after a courtesy call on Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister Pirapan Salirathavibhaga, who also serves as the Energy Minister, at the Government House on Thursday. Fadillah, who is also the Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister, stated that Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) and the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) have completed feasibility studies for the upgrades. These studies provide a solid technical framework and a clear path forward. 'This interconnection upgrade will facilitate more efficient and secure cross-border electricity exchanges and lay the foundation for future multilateral electricity trade under the ASEAN Power Grid (APG) initiative,' he added. Meanwhile, Fadillah revealed that Malaysia has proposed purchasing up to 300 megawatts (MW) of firm electricity supply from Thailand to bolster the country's energy security and flexibility amid rising domestic electricity demand.
Barnama
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Barnama
Thai Open 2025: Pearly-Thinaah Cruise Into Second Round
By Kenny Teng BANGKOK, May 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's top women's doubles pair, Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah, cruised into the second round of the Thailand Open 2025 after defeating India's Rashmi Ganesh-Sania Sikkandar in straight sets today. The world number five pair needed just 24 minutes to secure a 21-11, 21-5 win in their match at the Nimibutr Stadium, here. bootstrap slideshow Thinaah said they were excited to be back in Thailand and had not set any specific targets to avoid putting pressure on themselves. 'In the first game, we just wanted to give our best for every point played... it's a good start today, and we hope to maintain our momentum for the next match,' she told Bernama here on Wednesday. Pearly added that the court conditions were favourable, with a slight breeze that was manageable. 'The court conditions are good. Although the wind is one-sided, it is not very strong, which allowed us to control the shuttle well. We will keep giving our best and hope to carry this momentum throughout the tournament,' she said. Pearly-Thinaah will next face the Indonesian pair of Lanny Tria Mayasari-Siti Fadia Silva Ramadhanti, who earlier defeated Thailand's Tidapron Kleebyeesun and Nattamon Laisun 21-11, 21-14. Another national women's doubles pair, Go Pei Kee-Teoh Mei Xing, also advanced to the next round after defeating Taiwan's Chen Su Yu-Hsieh Yi En 21-15, 18-21, 21-15 in 48 minutes.
Barnama
28-04-2025
- Barnama
Fourth Batch Of Malaysian Job Scam Victims To Be Repatriated Via Mae Sot
By Kenny Teng BANGKOK, April 28 (Bernama) -- A group of 15 Malaysian victims of job scams rescued from Myanmar will be repatriated on Tuesday, marking the fourth group to return home under the ongoing coordinated efforts between Malaysian and Thai authorities. Chargé d'Affaires ad interim of Malaysia to Thailand, Bong Yik Jui, said the Malaysian Embassy in Thailand has confirmed that all victims' identities have been verified in coordination with Thai authorities. bootstrap slideshow 'This will be the fourth batch of Malaysian job scam victims rescued. Myanmar authorities are expected to deport the victims to Thailand via the Thailand-Myanmar Second Friendship Bridge in Mae Sot tomorrow morning. 'The group comprises victims aged between 19 and 43 years, including two women. They will be repatriated by land from Mae Sot to the Bukit Kayu Hitam Immigration, Customs, Quarantine and Security Complex via bus,' he told Bernama on Monday. Bong said the repatriation process is being conducted in close collaboration between the Malaysian Embassy in Yangon, the Malaysian Embassy in Bangkok, and the Consulate General of Malaysia in Songkhla. He said the embassy officers in Bangkok have assisted the victims in contacting their next of kin in Malaysia and in issuing temporary travel documents. The bus is expected to reach Bukit Kayu Hitam on Wednesday evening, he added. Since February, a total of 40 Malaysians, who fell victim to online scam syndicates in Myawaddy, Myanmar, have been successfully rescued and repatriated in two separate batches on February 24 and March 12.
Barnama
23-04-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Thailand Taps Luxury Cruise Market With Stardream's US$50 Million Star Voyager Launch
By Kenny Teng BANGKOK, April 23 (Bernama) -- The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced its collaboration with StarDream Cruises to elevate Thailand's profile in the global cruise tourism through the launch of the Star Voyager on Tuesday. For the first time, the Star Voyager – a newly refurbished luxury cruise ship with a capacity of approximately 1,940 guests – will operate with Thailand as its home port. bootstrap slideshow TAT Deputy Governor for International Marketing - Asia and the South Pacific, Pattaraanong Na Chiangmai, described the launch as a milestone for Thai tourism. "The launch of the Star Voyager marks a significant step in our efforts to strengthen Thailand's tourism and maritime sectors, in line with national policy and the objectives of the Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year 2025. "This achievement reflects the dedication of our teams and partners who have worked tirelessly to bring this vision to life," she said in a statement published on the TAT News website on Wednesday. She added that the debut of the Star Voyager also signifies the revitalisation of the StarCruises brand and reinforces Thailand's role as a key cruise hub in Southeast Asia. Meanwhile, the President of StarDream Cruises, Michael Goh, expressed his excitement about homeporting the Star Voyager in Bangkok as the group reintroduces the revitalised StarCruises brand in Thailand. "This launch represents a significant step forward in our vision to position Thailand as a cruise hub in Southeast Asia. With this regional deployment, we aim to attract a diverse range of travellers while supporting the country's growing tourism economy," he said.
