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The Sun
6 hours ago
- The Sun
Senior assistant medical officer in Labuan remanded over power abuse
LABUAN: A senior assistant medical officer has been remanded for four days until July 28, for allegedly abusing his position to award logistics-related work to a company owned by his wife. The Labuan Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), in a statement, said the remand order was issued by Magistrate Kasyfurrahman Abang Ahmad at the Labuan Sessions Court today following an application by the MACC. The male suspect, in his 50s, was detained at the Labuan MACC Office at 5.40 pm yesterday when he arrived to provide a statement. He is suspected of having misused his position at his workplace in 2023 and 2024 to secure forwarding and logistics contracts worth approximately RM20,000 for his wife's company. Labuan MACC director Muhammat Azis Malmod said the case is being investigated under Section 23 of the MACC Act 2009 for abuse of power for personal gain.
New Straits Times
13 hours ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Appointment of Labuan Corporation chairman in final stages, says Dr Zaliha
KUALA LUMPUR: The government is not deliberately delaying the appointment of the new Labuan Corporation chairman, as thorough scrutiny is needed to ensure the best candidate is selected. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories), Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa, said the matter is in its final stages and will be announced soon. "We are reviewing qualified candidates and, most importantly, ensuring the next chairman truly understands Labuan's current needs and is capable of driving sustainable economic growth. "We are not deliberately delaying the appointment, and there's no need to rush to make a decision, as it is not just about simply filling the post — we must look at the merit of the (future) chairman. "Just a little more patience, as it is already in the final stage. We will make an official announcement on the matter," she said during the Minister's Question Time (MQT) session in the Dewan Rakyat today. She was responding to a supplementary question from Datuk Siti Aminah Aching (BN–Beaufort), who asked about the reasons behind the delay in appointing the Labuan Corporation chairman. Previously, Dr Zaliha dismissed rumours that Tuaran Member of Parliament, Datuk Seri Wilfred Madius Tangau, had been appointed as the new chairman of Labuan Corporation. She said the federal government, through the Department of Federal Territories, is still in the process of evaluating several qualified candidates for the leadership role. The post of Labuan Corporation chairman became vacant following former Kimanis MP Tan Sri Anifah Aman concluding his term last month. Meanwhile, regarding the proposal to make the Labuan International Sea Sports Complex the permanent venue for the Borneo Flora Festival, Dr Zaliha said: "The government is of the view that further assessment is still needed to evaluate its long-term suitability in terms of logistics, accessibility and infrastructure sustainability. "For example, the Royal Floria Putrajaya only designated Precinct 4 as its permanent location after seven years of organisation, having taken into account various success factors and challenges. "Given that the Borneo Flora Festival is proposed as a biennial event, the decision on a permanent venue should be made after several editions to ensure it truly meets the requirements for hosting large-scale events on a continuous basis."
Independent Singapore
2 days ago
- Business
- Independent Singapore
Singapore Tokenize Xchange urges users to withdraw or transfer assets by Sep 30 after failing to secure MPI licence
Photo: Facebook/Tokenize SINGAPORE: Tokenize Xchange, a Singapore-based digital exchange platform, has told its users to complete the cash withdrawals or crypto transfers of their assets by Sep 30, after the platform failed to secure a major payment institution (MPI) licence from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), The Edge Singapore reported. The exchange had been operating under an exemption, but will no longer be available to Singapore users. This means they can no longer buy or sell cryptocurrencies on the platform. Withdrawal schedule based on portfolio size Tokenize has rolled out a phased withdrawal schedule based on portfolio value, as determined at 12 a.m. on Jul 18, using a portfolio snapshot viewable in users' wallets. Users with assets under S$10,000 (crypto and fiat combined) must withdraw by Jul 31. Users with assets between S$10,000 and S$99,999 can withdraw from Aug 1 to 31. Users with assets of S$100,000 and above can withdraw from Sep 1 to 30. If users under the first two tiers miss their respective schedules, they may still complete withdrawals by Sep 30. The company said it is in the process of acquiring a digital financial services (DFS) licence from the Labuan Financial Services Authority (LFSA). The deal is expected to conclude soon, it stated in its statement on Sunday (Jul 20). Operating in Labuan will allow the company to tap into a recognised regulatory framework for cross-border digital asset services. According to the company, it also offers tax efficiency and access to international markets. The company added that it also plans to secure a licence from the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) to enhance the company's global footprint. Tokenize Xchange CEO and founder Hong Qi Yu said they 'regret' the outcome in Singapore but view it as an opportunity to fortify their international operations. Tokenize was founded in 2017 and supports over 80 digital assets, including Bitcoin and Ethereum. The company, which has between 201 and 500 employees according to its LinkedIn page, said it will support its Singapore staff in pursuing new career opportunities until Sep 30. /TISG Read also: Nvidia CEO to sell more advanced chips to China after H20 ban, warns of 'tremendous loss' for firms in potential US$50B AI market () => { const trigger = if ('IntersectionObserver' in window && trigger) { const observer = new IntersectionObserver((entries, observer) => { => { if ( { lazyLoader(); // You should define lazyLoader() elsewhere or inline here // Run once } }); }, { rootMargin: '800px', threshold: 0.1 }); } else { // Fallback setTimeout(lazyLoader, 3000); } });
Free Malaysia Today
10-07-2025
- General
- Free Malaysia Today
No Christian proselytisation on Doulos Hope in Labuan, says Jawi
The Doulos Hope arrived in Labuan on July 2 as part of a Southeast Asian tour. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : The Islamic religious affairs department (Jawi) has confirmed no Christian proselytisation activities were conducted aboard the Doulos Hope currently docked at Megah Port in Labuan, following public concerns over its book exhibition. Labuan Jawi said its enforcement team had conducted thorough monitoring and inspections throughout the exhibition. 'Based on our observation and findings, no efforts or activities linked to the dissemination of Christian teachings were detected, contrary to what has been alleged on various social media platforms. 'All book exhibition activities proceeded in an orderly manner and adhered strictly to the procedures and regulations set by the authorities,' Bernama quoted the department as saying. The department also urged the public not to speculate or spread misinformation that could cause confusion or unrest. The vessel, known for its international floating book fairs, is hosting a public exhibition on the upper deck of the ship featuring a diverse collection of over 120,000 books across various genres. The event has drawn hundreds of visitors daily since its opening on July 3. The ship is open to visitors daily from 1pm to 9pm, except Mondays, and will remain in Labuan until July 28. The Doulos Hope arrived in Labuan on July 2 as part of a Southeast Asian tour.
Malay Mail
10-07-2025
- General
- Malay Mail
Jawi: No Christian proselytisation aboard German floating library ship Doulos Hope docked in Labuan
LABUAN, July 10 — The Federal Territory Islamic Religious Affairs Department (Jawi) has confirmed that no Christian proselytisation activities were conducted aboard the Doulos Hope currently docked at Megah Port Labuan, following public concerns over its book exhibition. In a statement to Bernama today, Labuan Jawi said its enforcement team had conducted thorough monitoring and inspections throughout the exhibition. 'Based on our observation and findings, no effort or activity linked to the dissemination of Christian teachings was detected, contrary to what has been alleged on various social media platforms. 'All book exhibition activities proceeded in an orderly manner and adhered strictly to the procedures and regulations set by the authorities,' the statement said. The department also urged the public not to speculate or spread misinformation that could cause confusion or unrest. The vessel, known for its international floating book fairs, is hosting a public exhibition on the upper deck of the ship featuring a diverse collection of over 120,000 books across various genres. The event has drawn hundreds of visitors daily since its opening on July 3. The ship is open to visitors daily from 1 pm to 9 pm, except Mondays, and will remain in Labuan until July 28. The Doulos Hope arrived at Labuan port on July 2, as part of a South-east Asian tour. — Bernama
