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Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Stop chasing malls and luxury projects, MP tells GLCs, GLICs — invest in tech, green industry and affordable housing
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 8 — The government has been urged to realign the roles of government-linked companies (GLCs) and government-linked investment companies (GLICs) to better reflect the country's development priorities. Lee Chean Chung (PH–Petaling Jaya) said many GLCs at federal and state levels appeared to be focusing more on investments in luxury property projects, commercial developments and highway ownership. 'The question is why entities such as Khazanah and Permodalan Nasional Berhad continue to prioritise such investments, when the country urgently needs capital injection in high-growth, high-value (HGHV) sectors such as semiconductors, electronics, chemical processing, artificial intelligence (AI), pharmaceuticals, machinery, automation and green technology. 'Our country has yet to attract large-scale investments in these sectors, even though they are critical to building a competitive and sustainable economy,' he said during the debate on the 13th Malaysia Plan (MP13) in the Dewan Rakyat yesterday. He added that these companies should be mandated to help accelerate development in export-oriented HGHV sectors, and play an active role in developing social housing in urban areas and building industrial parks to attract tech investments. Lee said streamlining the functions of GLCs would help avoid duplication and optimise the use of public resources. Meanwhile, Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin (PN–Masjid Tanah) called on the government to promptly set a new date for the 2025 National Craft Day celebration, which was previously postponed. She noted that the event, introduced in 2003, had generated hundreds of millions of ringgit in revenue for craft entrepreneurs, particularly those in rural areas. 'Based on Tourism Malaysia's 2024 Departing Visitor Survey, nearly 40 million tourists or 37.4 percent of overall visitors engaged in shopping, including purchasing souvenirs and handicrafts,' she said. Mas Ermieyati also asked the government to consider reviving the Kuala Lumpur International Craft event to sustain the promotion of local handicrafts. On a separate matter, Howard Lee Chuan How (PH-Ipoh Timur) proposed that the government focus on the ageing nation ecosystem, highlighting its potential as a new economic driver, supported by the National Ageing Blueprint 2025–2045, which outlines a comprehensive long-term strategy. He said the elderly care economy could generate significant economic value, particularly through well-developed home care and community-based care services. Also raised was the issue of Pamela Ling's disappearance, with RSN Rayer (PH-Jelutong) urging the police to give the case serious attention, as she has been missing since April. He said the lack of updates on the case was troubling, especially as the incident occurred in Putrajaya, the seat of Malaysia's federal administration. 'Pamela Ling disappeared in broad daylight, and to date, there has been no news. This raises concerns about public safety. The people want answers on what happened to her,' he emphasised. Pamela Ling, 42, was last seen on April 9 while en route to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission office via an e-hailing vehicle to provide a statement in an ongoing investigation. A police report was lodged at 3.02pm on the same day. The sitting resumes on Monday. — Bernama
Malaysiakini
4 days ago
- Business
- Malaysiakini
MP urges govt to consider shutting down or merging overlapping GLCs
PARLIAMENT | Lee Chean Chung (Harapan-Petaling Jaya) today urged the government to consider shutting down or merging government-linked companies (GLCs) that have overlapping functions. During the debate on the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) in the Dewan Rakyat, Lee said this would help strengthen GLCs so they can compete in high-growth, high-value sectors globally.
Sinar Daily
6 days ago
- Sinar Daily
Influencers slammed for giving homeless man rice packet filled with their leftover chicken bones
A social media user commenting on the matter said the incident has also reignited debates about values and upbringing, pointing out that such behaviour reflected a deeper gap in moral education. The now-deleted clip, which has been widely circulated online, shows the trio enjoying fried chicken before stuffing the stripped bones into a packet of rice. - Photo: Social media SHAH ALAM - A group of three male influencers is facing intense backlash after a video of them giving a homeless man a packet of rice filled with their leftover chicken bones went viral on social media. The now-deleted clip, which has been widely circulated online, showed the trio enjoying fried chicken before stuffing the stripped bones into a packet of rice. They then handed the packet to a homeless man, who appeared visibly surprised upon opening it. Despite the shock, the man can be seen thanking them. The act has been slammed as disrespectful and inhumane, with many calling it a cruel stunt done in the name of a so-called 'social experiment' to gain views and attention. Local rapper and activist Caprice reposted the video on his Instagram account, urging authorities to investigate and hold the influencers accountable. "This is rude. Please take action,' he posted. Meanwhile, Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung has also lodged a report to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), calling for an investigation into the matter. 'It is completely inappropriate to use the suffering of marginalised groups as entertainment in the name of charity. 'Creative content is not wrong, but it must align with ethics and empathy, especially when it involves vulnerable individuals who cannot defend themselves,' he said. While one of the influencers defended their actions, claiming the incident was a misunderstood 'social experiment' conducted with the homeless man's consent, the explanation has done little to calm public outrage. They also claimed to have provided the man with a proper meal of rice and two pieces of chicken in addition to the packet of bones, but netizens remained unconvinced. 'Regardless of whether it was just for content, serving chicken bones to a person, regardless of their status, is a form of humiliation that should not be tolerated in a civil society,' a social media user commented on the video. Some netizens have begun searching for the homeless man to offer him real assistance, while others have expressed frustration over the lack of empathy displayed by the influencers. Another social media user commenting on the matter said the incident has also reignited debates about values and upbringing, pointing out that such behaviour reflected a deeper gap in moral education. 'No wonder the government is making a law to punish parents if their kids end up uneducated. Prime example here,' he wrote. Many have also called for content creators to take this incident as a lesson in ethical boundaries, urging them to prioritise dignity and respect when producing online material. The MCMC has yet to release an official statement regarding possible action against the influencers. More Like This
The Star
04-08-2025
- Politics
- The Star
KLIA immigration corruption, malpractice issues among Parliament's focus today
KUALA LUMPUR: The comprehensive resolution of corruption and malpractice issues involving the Immigration at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), following the exposure of the Fly and U-turn syndicates, will be among the highlights of Monday's (Aug 4) Dewan Rakyat sitting. According to the Order Paper on the official Parliament website, Lee Chean Chung (PH-Petaling Jaya) will raise the issue with the Home Minister during the question and answer session. He will also inquire the timeline for resolving these issues. During the session, Rushdan Rusmi (PN-Padang Besar) will question the Transport Minister on the guidelines for approving special vehicle registration plates, including those issued by government agencies and private entities, as well as the revenue generated from such sales in the past five years. Chow Kon Yeow (PH-Batu Kawan) will seek clarification from the Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister on improving the annual distribution of flood management funds, as opposed to one-off allocations. He will also ask about efforts to establish a dedicated system for river maintenance and control asset management, similar to the Malaysian Road Records Information System (Marris). In addition, Datuk Ali Biju (PN-Saratok) will ask the Communications Minister on the government's plans for expanding the Integrated Radio and Internet Communication System in Sabah and Sarawak, and its coordination with government agencies for disaster preparedness. Following this, Members of Parliament will participate in a debate on the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), themed 'Melakar Semula Pembangunan', which was tabled by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim last Thursday (July 31). The 13MP will outline the nation's five-year development plan from 2026 to 2030. The current Dewan Rakyat sitting runs for 24 days until Aug 28. - Bernama
New Straits Times
04-08-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
KLIA immigration corruption, malpractice issues among Dewan Rakyat's focus today
KUALA LUMPUR: The comprehensive resolution of corruption and malpractice issues involving the Immigration at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), following the exposure of the Fly and U-turn syndicates, will be among the highlights of today's Dewan Rakyat sitting. According to the Order Paper on the official Parliament website, Lee Chean Chung (PH-Petaling Jaya) will raise the issue with the Home Minister during the question and answer session. He will also inquire about the timeline for resolving these issues. During the session, Rushdan Rusmi (PN-Padang Besar) will question the Minister of Transport on the guidelines for approving special vehicle registration plates, including those issued by government agencies and private entities, as well as the revenue generated from such sales in the past five years. Chow Kon Yeow (PH-Batu Kawan) will seek clarification from the Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation on improving the annual distribution of flood management funds, as opposed to one-off allocations. He will also ask about efforts to establish a dedicated system for river maintenance and control asset management, similar to the Malaysian Road Records Information System (MARRIS). In addition, Datuk Ali Biju (PN-Saratok) will ask the Communications Minister on the government's plans for expanding the Integrated Radio and Internet Communication System (PRIME) in Sabah and Sarawak, and its coordination with government agencies for disaster preparedness. Following this, Members of Parliament will participate in a debate on the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), themed 'Melakar Semula Pembangunan, which was tabled by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim last Thursday. The 13MP will outline the nation's five-year development plan from 2026 to 2030. The current Dewan Rakyat sitting runs for 24 days until Aug 28.
