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Barnama
2 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
Close Ties With Regional Partners Opens Up Various Opportunities Including Agriculture, Dairy
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's close ties with its regional partners, especially within ASEAN, open up broad opportunities for cooperation in various fields, including agriculture and dairy. This is based on the confidence and trust of regional industry partners, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He noted that the success of this sector is also supported by the readiness of the private sector, the resilience of local entrepreneurs, and the integration of modern technology, including artificial intelligence (AI). This, in turn, boosts productivity, strengthens the dairy industry's value chain, and drives modern agricultural innovation. 'Today, I had the opportunity to be with the local community in Pondok Tanjung for the launch of the MADANI Dairy Entrepreneur Carnival, which brings various parties together to drive the nation's dairy industry. 'In my speech, I emphasised that Malaysia is a fortunate country, not only rich in resources but also enjoying close relationships with our regional partners, especially ASEAN,' he said in a Facebook post today. He added that through the MADANI Economy framework, the government, along with the Northern Corridor Implementation Authority (NCIA) and the private sector, will continue to expand regional economic opportunities, create more jobs, strengthen the position of local entrepreneurs, and ensure the fruits of development are enjoyed by the people. 'As an immediate commitment, I also announced an allocation of RM1 million for urgent infrastructure work in the Larut, Matang, and Selama districts.' Earlier, the Prime Minister officiated the MADANI Dairy Entrepreneur Carnival: 'Driving the Modern Agricultural Revolution, Generating the People's Economy' at the Perak Farm Fresh Dairy Complex in Larut.
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Justice will prevail in Zara Qairina case, reaffirms Anwar
LARUT: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed that those responsible for the death of Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir will be brought to justice, stressing that no individual involved will be allowed to escape accountability. In this regard, Anwar advised certain parties not to manipulate the case in ways that create negative perceptions or resort to insulting specific individuals. "... the government has said the police are investigating, and I have made it clear that it doesn't matter who (is involved), they will be investigated," he said when officiating the Madani Dairy Entrepreneurs Carnival themed "Driving Modern Agricultural Revolution, Generating People's Economy" at the Farm Fresh Perak Dairy Complex here today. Also present were Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad, Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu and Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. Meanwhile, Anwar said the government will continue efforts to protect the vulnerable, including fishermen and farmers. "That is why every Friday before prayers, I eat at small eateries, because I want to meet the people, I want to ask, is everything okay, do you have enough? "I don't want to wait until election campaigns to visit eateries … I do this every week," he said. After the event, Anwar also took time to inspect the construction of the new road from Kamunting to Anak Kurau, Larut Matang Selama Phase Two, implemented under the Rural Roads Programme (JALB) of Rural and Regional Development Ministry. The project, approved in 2016 with a total cost of RM91 million, is being carried out by the Public Works Department through conventional consultancy, involving the construction of a 6.6-kilometre new road. It is expected to benefit more than 5,000 residents in the surrounding areas and have a positive impact on agriculture and plantation enterprises along the route, besides improving accessibility and stimulating local economic growth. To date, the project, which is scheduled for full completion on Aug 15, 2026, has achieved 70.5 per cent progress compared to the original 62.6 per cent, ahead of schedule by 59 days.
The Star
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Justice will prevail in Zara Qairina case, says PM
LARUT: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed that those responsible for the death of Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir will be brought to justice, stressing that no individual involved will be allowed to escape accountability. In this regard, the Prime Minister advised certain parties not to manipulate the case in ways that create negative perceptions or resort to insulting specific individuals. "... the government has said the police are investigating, and I have made it clear that it doesn't matter who (is involved), they will be investigated,' he said when officiating the Madani Dairy Entrepreneurs Carnival themed "Driving Modern Agricultural Revolution, Generating People's Economy' at the Farm Fresh Perak Dairy Complex here on Saturday (Aug 16). Also present were Perak Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad, Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu and Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. Meanwhile, Anwar said the government would continue efforts to protect the vulnerable, including fishermen and farmers. "That is why every Friday before prayers, I eat at small eateries, because I want to meet the people, I want to ask, is everything okay, do you have enough? "I don't want to wait until election campaigns to visit eateries … I do this every week,' he said. After the event, the Prime Minister also took time to inspect the construction of the new road from Kamunting to Anak Kurau, Larut Matang Selama (LMS) Phase Two, implemented under the Rural Roads Programme (JALB) of the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW). The project, approved in 2016 with a total cost of RM91mil, is being carried out by the Public Works Department (JKR) through conventional consultancy, involving the construction of a 6.6km-long new road. It is expected to benefit more than 5,000 residents in the surrounding areas and have a positive impact on agriculture and plantation enterprises along the route, besides improving accessibility and stimulating local economic growth. To date, the project, which is scheduled for full completion on Aug 15, 2026, has achieved 70.5 per cent progress compared to the original 62.6 per cent, ahead of schedule by 59 days.- Bernama
