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Free Malaysia Today
10 hours ago
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
Tengku Zafrul's GE15 pledge unenforceable, says Tok Mat
Umno deputy president Mohamad Hasan said he could not see how the GE15 pledge could be enforced against Tengku Zafrul Aziz as he did not win the seat he contested. PETALING JAYA : The review of a pledge signed by Tengku Zafrul Aziz when he was a Barisan Nasional candidate in the 15th general election cannot be enforced because he did not win in the election. Umno deputy president Mohamad Hasan said Tengku Zafrul was appointed as the investment, trade and industry minister in his capacity as a senator, Bernama reported. 'This matter is not included within the scope of the agreement because Tengku Zafrul did not win in the election. 'That pledge is made by any elected representative as a state assemblyman or an MP. 'If they win, the seat belongs to the party, not to the individual. 'The individual who becomes a candidate and wins signs many agreements, including reimbursing the costs incurred by the party and many other things. 'Tengku Zafrul did not win. He became a minister on the basis of being a senator. So I don't see how the pledge can be enforced against him,' he told reporters after a luncheon in Seremban today. He was commenting on a statement by Umno Supreme Council member Puad Zarkashi, who urged the party to take stern action against Tengku Zafrul, who announced his departure from Umno to join PKR yesterday. Puad also asked the party to review the pledge signed by Tengku Zafrul when he was a BN candidate in GE15. Tengku Zafrul lost in the election for the Kuala Selangor parliamentary seat. Puad asked the party to study the possibility of demanding RM100 million in compensation if Tengku Zafrul's action is considered as party hopping. Asked whether the resignation would affect Umno, Mohamad, who is also Rembau MP, said Tengku Zafrul did not hold a high position in the party and it would not have a significant impact on Umno. Earlier today, Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the party's legal team would review whether Tengku Zafrul had breached the agreement signed during GE15, which binds candidates to the party.
Barnama
13 hours ago
- Politics
- Barnama
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Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan speaks during a press conference in conjunction with the 46th ASEAN Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre today.
Malay Mail
18 hours ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Tok Mat: Tengku Zafrul's exit no surprise, won't weaken Umno
KUALA LUMPUR, May 31 — Umno deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has said that the departure of Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz from the party is not surprising and will not weaken Umno. However, the politician also known as Tok Mat said he respected Tengku Zafrul's decision and that the latter had the right to choose his own path. 'While in government under Umno's banner, he (Tengku Zafrul) played a role as a technocrat contributing to the economy and finance sectors,' Mohamad said in a Facebook post. 'We thank him for all his contributions.' Mohamad said that Umno's strength lies in its grassroots, not in any single individual, and that the party's mission must continue regardless of who comes and goes. He also urged Umno members and supporters to stay united and not let the actions of any individual disrupt the party's progress.
Daily Express
4 days ago
- Business
- Daily Express
Malaysia and UAE pledge to strengthen bilateral ties at Asean-GCC Summit
Published on: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 Published on: Wed, May 28, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan holds a bilateral meeting with United Arab Emirates Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre today. — Bernama pic Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) reiterated their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties during a meeting today. Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan and the UAE's Supreme Council member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, met on the sidelines of the 2nd Asean-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Meanwhile, the Government of Ras Al Khaimah, in a statement to Bernama, said the meeting discussed the long-standing friendship and cooperation between the UAE and Malaysia, and explored opportunities to expand collaboration across various sectors. 'Both leaders praised the strong coordination and partnership between the UAE and Malaysia on the international stage and emphasised the importance of continued dialogue and engagement to advance shared development goals and mutual interests,' it said. It added that Sheikh Saud also commended Malaysia's outstanding organisation of the summits and praised the country's role in promoting closer cooperation and integration between GCC and Asean nations. Malaysia and the UAE have enjoyed robust bilateral relations since the early 1970s, marked by significant collaborations in diplomacy, trade and investment. Advertisement The Asean-GCC Summit, hosted by Malaysia as the Asean Chair, was aimed at bolstering economic resilience by enhancing inter-regional cooperation and forming a united front against challenges posed by global economic uncertainties. The 46th Asean Summit, held under Malaysia's 2025 Chairmanship theme, 'Inclusivity and Sustainability', marks the country's fifth term as Asean Chair, following previous chairmanships in 1977, 1997, 2005 and 2015. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Malay Mail
4 days ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Malaysia and UAE pledge to strengthen bilateral ties at Asean-GCC Summit
KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 — Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) reiterated their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties during a meeting today. Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan and the UAE's Supreme Council member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, met on the sidelines of the 2nd Asean-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Meanwhile, the Government of Ras Al Khaimah, in a statement to Bernama, said the meeting discussed the long-standing friendship and cooperation between the UAE and Malaysia, and explored opportunities to expand collaboration across various sectors. 'Both leaders praised the strong coordination and partnership between the UAE and Malaysia on the international stage and emphasised the importance of continued dialogue and engagement to advance shared development goals and mutual interests,' it said. It added that Sheikh Saud also commended Malaysia's outstanding organisation of the summits and praised the country's role in promoting closer cooperation and integration between GCC and Asean nations. Malaysia and the UAE have enjoyed robust bilateral relations since the early 1970s, marked by significant collaborations in diplomacy, trade and investment. The Asean-GCC Summit, hosted by Malaysia as the Asean Chair, was aimed at bolstering economic resilience by enhancing inter-regional cooperation and forming a united front against challenges posed by global economic uncertainties. The 46th Asean Summit, held under Malaysia's 2025 Chairmanship theme, 'Inclusivity and Sustainability', marks the country's fifth term as Asean Chair, following previous chairmanships in 1977, 1997, 2005 and 2015. — Bernama
