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Barnama
3 days ago
- Politics
- Barnama
Tengku Zafrul Thanks UMNO Comrades, Affirms Decision To Join PKR
By Muhammad Adil Muzaffar Mohd Fisol SEPANG, May 31 (Bernama) -- Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz today expressed his appreciation to his comrades in UMNO, but affirmed his decision to move to Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR). Speaking to Bernama here, he stressed that his decision to leave UMNO and resolve to join PKR was made after deep consideration and entirely of his own volition, without coercion or influence from any party. bootstrap slideshow 'This was not an easy decision, but I have thought it through carefully. I appreciate those who respect my right as an individual to choose my political path. 'I would like to thank the UMNO president (Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi), as well as friends and UMNO members who have helped, supported, and encouraged me throughout my time in the party,' he said when met at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport before departing for the Holy Land to perform the Haj. He also asked to be given space to fully focus on the pilgrimage with his family, while apologising for any shortcomings with various parties. bootstrap slideshow 'God willing, I will pray for the well-being of the country and the prosperity of all Malaysians while I am in the Holy Land,' he added. When asked about calls from certain quarters for him to resign as minister, given the post was allocated under UMNO's quota, Tengku Zafrul said: 'I would like to focus on my pilgrimage, and I leave the matter entirely to the wisdom of the Prime Minister (Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim) and the UMNO president.' Yesterday, Tengku Zafrul announced his resignation as an UMNO Supreme Council Member, UMNO Kota Raja Division Chief, and an UMNO member to join PKR.
Barnama
30-04-2025
- Health
- Barnama
40 Years Of Atom Malaysia: Leader In Regulating Nation's Nuclear Activities
By Muhammad Adil Muzaffar Mohd Fisol SEPANG, April 30 (Bernama) -- As it marks its 40th anniversary, the Department of Atomic Energy (Atom Malaysia) is ready to step up its role as the national regulator of nuclear energy and ionising radiation, driving the safe and peaceful use of nuclear technology in the country. Its director-general Noraishah Pungut said Atom Malaysia initially focused on regulating radioactive materials. Today, its role has expanded to include nuclear safety, radiation protection, and the peaceful application of nuclear technology - in line with the growing and diverse use of atomic energy in Malaysia. 'Currently, we oversee over 2,000 active licences covering major industries such as oil and gas exploration, manufacturing, and research and medical institutions. These are regulated in collaboration with the Health Ministry (MOH) under Act 304. 'These activities involve high-risk materials or equipment that must be legally and effectively regulated, in accordance with international best practices to ensure safety, security, and proper usage. 'For example, hospitals seeking to use radiotherapy or companies wanting to import materials like iridium must obtain approval and comply with Atom Malaysia's strict standards,' she told Bernama in a recent interview held in conjunction with the department's 40th anniversary. Noraishah said many people may not realise that nuclear technology is already widely used in Malaysia, from cancer treatment and crop research to engineering inspections, all of which rely on ionising radiation. One of Atom Malaysia's key missions now, she said, is to raise public awareness about how the government regulates this technology, to help shift negative perceptions often linked to the term 'nuclear'. 'We need to rebrand nuclear technology. It's not about bombs or disasters - it's clean and efficient technology, as long as it's properly managed. Atom Malaysia plays a key role in enforcing legal controls to ensure safety, security and responsible use,' she stressed.
Barnama
30-04-2025
- Health
- Barnama
Atom Malaysia Turns 40: Championing Safe, Peaceful Nuclear Progress
By Muhammad Adil Muzaffar Mohd Fisol SEPANG, April 30 (Bernama) -- As it marks its 40th anniversary, the Department of Atomic Energy (Atom Malaysia) is ready to step up its role as the national regulator of nuclear energy and ionising radiation, driving the safe and peaceful use of nuclear technology in the country. Its director-general Noraishah Pungut said Atom Malaysia initially focused on regulating radioactive materials. Today, its role has expanded to include nuclear safety, radiation protection, and the peaceful application of nuclear technology - in line with the growing and diverse use of atomic energy in Malaysia. 'Currently, we oversee over 2,000 active licences covering major industries such as oil and gas exploration, manufacturing, and research and medical institutions. These are regulated in collaboration with the Health Ministry (MOH) under Act 304. 'These activities involve high-risk materials or equipment that must be legally and effectively regulated, in accordance with international best practices to ensure safety, security, and proper usage. 'For example, hospitals seeking to use radiotherapy or companies wanting to import materials like iridium must obtain approval and comply with Atom Malaysia's strict standards,' she told Bernama in a recent interview held in conjunction with the department's 40th anniversary. Noraishah said many people may not realise that nuclear technology is already widely used in Malaysia, from cancer treatment and crop research to engineering inspections, all of which rely on ionising radiation. One of Atom Malaysia's key missions now, she said, is to raise public awareness about how the government regulates this technology, to help shift negative perceptions often linked to the term 'nuclear'. 'We need to rebrand nuclear technology. It's not about bombs or disasters - it's clean and efficient technology, as long as it's properly managed. Atom Malaysia plays a key role in enforcing legal controls to ensure safety, security and responsible use,' she stressed.
Barnama
24-04-2025
- Business
- Barnama
MALAYSIA POISED TO CAPITALISE ON REE OPPORTUNITIES AMID US-CHINA TRADE WAR
BUSINESS By Muhammad Adil Muzaffar Mohd Fisol BANGI, April 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is positioning itself to become a key player in the rare earth elements (REE) value chain, amid a shifting geopolitical landscape and the ongoing trade war between the United States and China. Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) Minister Chang Lih Kang said there is growing interest from both Western and Chinese investors to collaborate with Malaysia in the sector, underscoring the country's strategic value and potential in rare earth processing. "They are very keen to work with us. President Xi Jinping has also explicitly stated that China will assist us in developing the processing technology. "Everything is developing at the pace and in the direction that we would like to see," he told Bernama and RTM after appearing as a panellist on MOSTI's Tech Talk programme at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) on Wednesday. To facilitate industry development, Chang said the government is in the process of amending the Atomic Energy Licensing Act 1984 (Act 304), which currently limits industrial licences to three years, a timeframe he described as too short to support the sustainable growth of the REE industry. 'One of the key amendments involves Section 16(6), which currently empowers the ministry to issue licences for only three years,' he said, adding that the amendments are expected to be tabled this year. Chang emphasised the urgency of accelerating development in Malaysia's midstream and upstream REE sectors. "There is a need for us to accelerate its development because the window of opportunity is small. So, we need to harness whatever we have," he said.
