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The Star
2 hours ago
- Politics
- The Star
Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Friday (June 27, 2025)
Malaysia: * Three suspects nabbed over uni student's murder / Trio remanded seven days over uni student's murder * Education Ministry probing claim Pakistan national officiated at school sports event, says Fadhlina * Anwar hopes Maal Hijrah 1447H will usher in blessed, meaningful life * Not a physical move but a change of mindset, values, says Religious Affairs Minister in Maal Hijrah speech * Former Johor mufti, Saudi minister named national, international Tokoh Ma'al Hijrah * Do not ride on Islam for your own gains, King warns politicians * Medical Act amendments come into force from July 1, says Dzulkefly * Do not ride on Islam for your own gains, King warns politicians * Amir Hamzah tasked with carrying out duties, functions of Economy Minister * Hijrah a turning point for change, environmental action, says Sultan Nazrin * Maal Hijrah calls for unity, compassion, progress, says Zahid * Beauty services exempted as govt fine-tunes SST rollout * Malaysia's pineapple industry reaches billion-ringgit milestone * Husband gets 20 years' jail for causing death of pregnant wife in Sandakan * MRSM bullying case: Five students from Besut remanded three days * Rafizi: Last-minute 13th Malaysia Plan overhaul raises concerns over rushed changes Indonesian Muslim children wearing traditional sarongs play fireball football, known locally as Sepak Bola Api, as part of celebrations marking the beginning of the Islamic New Year in Bandung, West Java. -- Photo by TIMUR MATAHARI / AFP Singapore: * Jail for Singaporean man, the 'second in command' of illegal operation of cross-border crypto transactions * Singapore's job vacancies up in Q1, but manpower demand slows in manufacturing sector * Tengku Zafrul discusses economic cooperation with Singapore, Indonesia leaders * Singapore-bound Biman flight makes emergency landing shortly after takeoff from Dhaka * Jail for man who assaulted elderly father, causing scalp wound that needed stitches * S$13mil spent on Singapore GE2025 campaign; PAP spent $9.4mil against $ by opposition * Panel with AI experts to review appeal of Singapore university student penalised for academic misconduct * Dollar lingers near 3-1/2-year low as traders wager on US rate cuts * Shares rally but dollar weakens with Fed independence seen under threat * Oil set to log steepest weekly decline in two years as war premium vanishes * Retail investors in Singapore face problems exercising their rights Indonesia: * 'Worst incident in my 15-year career': Rescuer who found Brazilian tourist's body on Indonesia's Lombok volcano * Indonesia boosts halal exports amid growing global demand * PM Anwar in Jakarta for talks with President Prabowo * Indonesian police suspect three Australians of premeditated murder of a fellow national in Bali * Indonesia reaches major milestone with high-speed rail developed by China * Israel-Iran was was a wake-up call for Asia's dependence on Middle East oil * Low-rise apartments eyed for Jakarta's housing problem * Danantara pumps trillions into Garuda Indonesia * Indonesia: Dead tourist's family seeking justice over responders' alleged neglect Members of the LGBTQ community remove barricades as they take part in a pride protest held in support of a campaign pushing to pass the Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Expression (SOGIE) Equality Bill, also known as the Anti-Discrimination Bill (ADB), in Manila. -- Photo by Jam STA ROSA / AFP Thailand: * Thai authorities defuse four bombs in Phuket, arrest suspects / Thai PM orders heightened vigilance after bomb scare in southern provinces * Thailand pushes for diplomacy after ex-Cambodia PM's 'extraordinary' attack * Thailand steps up monitoring at Cambodian border amid rise in bird flu cases * Phuket airport ramps up security with new terminal routes * Flash floods hit Chiang Rai as heavy rain triggers mass evacuations and severe crop damage * Thai GDP forecast cut to 1.7% amid multiple crises and political uncertainty * Thailand braces for crisis as trials and protests loom * Thailand will hold trade talks with US next week, finance minister says Philippines: * Filipino tennis star gets plum first round tie at this year's Wimbledon having to take on defending champion Krejcikova in opener * Tennis-Eala makes history for Philippines by reaching Eastbourne final * Philippines VP Duterte must go on trial due to severity of charges, prosecutors say * Philippines posts US$3.3bil trade deficit in May * Philippines, Malaysia eye increased naval cooperation * Authorities lift daytime entry ban at Mt Kanlaon's danger zone * Asia shares hit over three-year high; dollar struggles on Fed concerns * Turmoil or not, luxury fashion can't afford to ignore the Middle East region Cambodia's former Prime Minister Hun Sen is welcomed upon his visit at the Cambodian Armed Forces who stationed along the Cambodia-Thailand border, citing security concerns as tensions simmer over a long-standing border dispute, in Oddar Meanchey province, Cambodia. Agence Kampuchea Press/Handout via REUTERS Vietnam: * Vietnam Airlines planes collide at Hanoi airport, canceling flights for hundreds * Malaysia and Vietnam are partnering to tap global halal economy, says Malaysian envoy * Vietnam Airlines planes collide at Hanoi airport, canceling flights for hundreds * Vietnam passes law to tackle bank crisis, resolving bad debts * Vietnam encourages private businesses to invest in railway sector * Hanoi cleans image with counterfeits crackdown as US tariffs loom * Global uncertainty weighs on Vietnam's economic outlook * Vietnam Tycoon's jail term reduced in US$146mil stock fraud Myanmar: * Two new species of large catfish discovered in Sout-East Asian rivers * Myanmar destroys large amount of narcotics * Myanmar battles to replace poppy cultivation with cash crops * Homemade landmines found on Yangon-Mawlamyine highway in Myanmar * Junta: Polls at year's end for Myanmar people * UN bids to salvage global development summit after US boycott People cycle along a track backdropped with the city skyline in Singapore on June 27, 2025. (Photo by Roslan RAHMAN / AFP) Cambodia: * Cambodia launches long-acting injectable HIV prevention drug Cabotegravir * Mass scale abuses in Cambodia scam centres: Amnesty * Cambodia's former leader Hun Sen warns he will expose Thai ex-PM Thaksin for betraying him * 'Phnom Penh enabling slavery and torture', says Human rights group Amnesty International * China confirms trade deal framework reached with United States * Electric vehicles usage worldwide reach 56 million, says report; China accounts for more than 50% of the number Laos: * Lao National Assembly urges swift action on economic issues at closing session * Lao parliament approves key laws to support national growth * Key high-speed rail link opens in Southwest China Brunei: * Brunei police arrest a man and two women for immoral activities * Call to preserve divine blessings in AI era: Brunei Sultan * Police investigating fight at Brunei trade expo that has gone viral Giant panda Saihin, one among the four pandas on loan to Japan which will soon be heading back to China sits inside an enclosure at Adventure World in Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, Friday, June 27, 2025. -- AP Photo/Ayaka McGill AseanPlus: * Big plans to expand sun bear conservation centre, but funding, manpower remain challenges, says CEO * Malaysian Cops nab 36 foreigners in anti-extremism operation * Durians prove to be a Mega big hit - Durians are a big hit in the ongoing Malaysia Mega Sales Campaign 2025 * Johor Baru: Over 60,000 visitors expected at travel fair next month * Proton, Grab Malaysia expand partnership with more car models and e-hailing perks * Malaysian pals create mahjong set with local elements like kuih lapis and satay * Eel-eating Japan, one its peoples favourite dish, opposes EU call for more protection * Starbucks may seek out local partnership amid stiff beverage rivalries * Japan has no recorded case of fentanyl seized, finance minister says * Japan executes 'Twitter killer' who murdered nine: TV networks * Netflix's Squid Game premieres and enters final chapter * The world's biggest cocaine user is Australia * China ousts top general from elite military body as purge grows * China's 'Revenge On Gold Diggers' video game fuels sexism debate * Nike says US tariffs will add US$1bil to costs, plans to reduce China production * Spotted: Endangered leopard in Bangladesh * Pacific Islands delay security plan that could open door to China * China's industrial profits slip back into sharp decline in May * Lutnick says US-China trade truce signed, 10 deals imminent * Joint protest planned for July 5 against 'Hindi imposition' on schools in Maharashtra, India * US talks to Pakistan about promoting 'durable peace between Israel and Iran' * SoftBank aims to become leading 'artificial super intelligence' platform provider * Australian scientists develop sustainable gold extraction from electronic waste * Tencent-owned Supercell to launch titles like Clash Royale as WeChat mini games * White House says July deadline for higher tariffs may be extended * North Korea eyeing Russian tourists for new beach resort: Seoul * North Korea to welcome new era in tourism / South Korea revives SMRs amid AI demand * 'Squid Game' S3 pulls out all the stops as Player 456 faces off with the Front Man * Seoul asks Temu, AliExpress to pull children's products over safety concerns * Walmart-backed Flipkart turns to videos and livestream to woo Indian online shoppers * Vessel marks new era in salmon farming for China * South Korea police detain six Americans trying to send cash, rice to North Korea * Western Japan sees earliest end to rainy season on record * India seeks 'permanent solution' to border dispute with China * Top Tesla executive, an Elon Musk confidant, leaves the company, sources say * India denies entry to UN aviation investigator in Air India crash probe, say sources * China-tied AI tools like DeepSeek face US federal ban over 'threat' * Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise reunite at 'F1' premiere in London * Teachers' arrests over sharing upskirt photos shock Japan * US says deal with Beijing will expedite rare earth exports from China * Korea begins dismantling Kori-1, eyes US$368bil global nuclear decommissioning market * Malala Yousafzai to release "Finding My Way", her most personal memoir yet, this October * Soccer-Al-Hilal down Pachuca to reach last 16 at Club World Cup * Badminton - Letshanaa keeps Malaysia's hopes alive in US Open * Motor racing-Russell suggests Mercedes are still after Verstappen
New Straits Times
6 hours ago
- Health
- New Straits Times
Medical Act amendments a milestone for specialist training, says MMA
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has expressed its support for the government's amendments to the Medical Act, which are set to take effect on July 1, describing them as both timely and decisive. The amendments aim to address issues related to the Parallel Pathway programmes and to streamline the recognition of specialist qualifications and training. MMA president Datuk Dr Kalwinder Singh Khaira said the amendments mark a significant milestone that will bring greater structure, transparency and legal clarity to the implementation of both the Parallel Pathway and local Master's programmes. "We wish to record our appreciation to the Health Minister and the Health Ministry for their firm commitment to strengthening the framework for specialist medical training in the country. "We also thank the MOH's Medical Development Division for their tireless efforts in making this initiative a reality. "The work that has gone into realising these regulatory changes is a testament to their professionalism and dedication," he said in a statement today. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad previously confirmed that the amendment has been signed and will be resubmitted to the Attorney-General's Chambers (A-GC) for the gazettement process. Dr Kalwinder said the move reflects the urgent need to expand access to high-quality specialist training to meet the increasing demands of the healthcare system, while upholding patient safety and maintaining the highest standards of medical practice. "The MMA looks forward to continued engagement with the ministry and all relevant stakeholders to ensure that the implementation of these amendments is smooth, fair and in the best interests of both the healthcare system and the public."
The Star
13 hours ago
- Health
- The Star
Medical Act amendments come into force from July 1, says Dzulkefly
PETALING JAYA: The amendments to the Medical Act, which aims to resolve the issue of parallel pathway programmes and streamline the recognition of qualifications and specialised training, will come into effect on July 1, says Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. The Health Minister said he had signed the order to enforce the amendments to the Act, which will be resubmitted to the Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) for the gazettement process. "God willing, these amendments will come into effect on July 1," he said in a social medai post Thursday (June 26) night. Dzulkefly said the move was not just a matter of amending the law, but also improving the future of healthcare in the country. "As I have emphasised in Parliament and during various engagement sessions previously, the implementation of this amended Act would not be delayed for long, and today, the Health Ministry fulfils that responsibility. "This is not merely a legal amendment, but a decision that concerns the future of our national healthcare system. "Through this amendment, both pathways can be executed in a more structured, transparent, and consistent manner within the framework of existing legislation," he added. He added that the demand for specialists continues to rise in tandem with the growing burden of diseases and the evolution of our healthcare system. "Therefore, we must ensure that access to quality specialist training is expanded, without compromising patient safety and the standard of care. "Thank you all for your support and attention," said Dzulkefly.
The Star
07-05-2025
- Health
- The Star
Increase training capacity to resolve shortage, say experts
PETALING JAYA: Authorities must act decisively by expanding specialist training programmes and offering better incentives to address the ongoing shortage of medical professionals, experts say. Malaysian Association for Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery honorary secretary Prof Dr John Chan Kok Meng said specialist training was previously confined to universities through their Masters programmes. 'However, the universities and university teaching hospitals have limited capacity. 'The amendment to the Medical Act 1971 last year now permits the Health Ministry to offer specialist training in its hospitals via a parallel pathway, significantly increasing the country's training capacity,' he said yesterday. Despite this progress, Dr Chan expressed concern that the amended Medical Act has yet to be enforced, highlighting the urgency of its implementation. 'Until last year, the criteria for specialist registration were also very restrictive. In cardiothoracic surgery, for example, only four qualifications were recognised – one each from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia. 'Without one of these qualifications, practising as a specialist in cardiothoracic surgery in Malaysia was impossible,' he said. Fortunately, the amendment to the Medical Act 1971 has expanded this list. 'Now, eight qualifications in cardiothoracic surgery are recognised. 'More importantly, the Malaysian Medical Council can now recognise specialists trained elsewhere, providing flexibility in registering specialists and moving beyond the previous restrictive list,' Dr Chan added. Private Hospitals Malaysia Association president Datuk Dr Kuljit Singh said private hospitals experience varied demands for specialists, influenced by location and the type of specialities offered. 'Some private hospitals are multi-discipline, while others are more general, affecting their staffing needs. 'By law, hospitals must have at least one full-time specialist to offer specific services,' he explained. This requirement can lead to shortages if hospitals aim to expand their services. Dr Kuljit said, unlike private hospitals, the government was obligated to provide comprehensive healthcare services and is more acutely aware of areas with specialist shortages. To fulfil the demand for medical specialists in the government sector, he suggested intensifying and refining specialisation programmes. Additionally, Dr Kuljit proposed offering incentives to entice Malaysian specialists working abroad to return home and contribute to the healthcare system.
Free Malaysia Today
02-05-2025
- Health
- Free Malaysia Today
Solution for parallel pathway specialists by mid-May, says senator
Health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad being greeted by Senator Dr RA Lingeshwaran at a meeting in Penang today. (Facebook pic) PETALING JAYA : Parallel pathway specialists have been given an assurance by the health minister that their struggle to be listed in the National Specialist Register will be resolved by the middle of this month, according to Senator Dr RA Lingeshwaran. Lingeshwaran, who met health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad together with representatives of the Penang Private Practitioners Association and the Malayan Nurses Union today, said the minister had given a commitment on the deadline. 'We emphasised the urgent need for the ministerial order to enable (the registration of) a few hundred specialists who got their qualifications via the ministry-approved and sponsored parallel pathway programme, whose services are sorely needed by public hospitals,' he told FMT. Dzulkefly confirmed the matter when contacted by FMT. Lingeshwaran, a former director of Sungai Bakap Hospital in Penang, said amendments to the Medical Act, to recognise these specialist degrees and include them in the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) list, were passed and gazetted about six months ago. He said he also informed the minister that a group of specialists who had sued the MMC had now instructed their lawyers to get an order to compel the council to register them. 'The minister agreed with our concern and gave a commitment that it will be settled by the middle of this month. It's a waste not to register them when the nation is in dire need of the specialists,' he said. Lingeshwaran said he also discussed the price display order for general practitioners (GPs), and obtained an assurance from Dzulkefly that no fines will be issued in the next three months. 'He also promised to amend the Seventh Schedule as soon as possible to balance out the costs borne by GPs,' he said. Lingeshwaran urged private practitioners not to resort to any form of action that could jeopardise national healthcare as patients might be swarming government hospitals and clinics if there is a strike by GPs. 'We hope they will put all action plans on hold until the ministry reviews their consultation fee schedule which is a major concern among them. The minister has promised to revise the Seventh Schedule of the medical Act to resolve this soon,' he said.
