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Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Tengku Zafrul joining PKR may draw wider support for party's reformist agenda, says Youth chief
KUALA LUMPUR, June 1 — The entry of Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz into Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) could attract support from various quarters to join PKR in building a more progressive, just and inclusive nation, says Angkatan Muda Keadilan (AMK) chief Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim. He said this aligned with PKR's commitment to continue offering politics based on ideas, expertise and integrity. 'His experience is seen as capable of bringing added value to KEADILAN (PKR),' he said in a post on X yesterday. Muhammad Kamil, who is also the political secretary to the Finance Minister, believes PKR's openness in accepting professional figures proves that the party is constantly evolving as a mature platform and is ready to lead Malaysia's future. Meanwhile, Muhammad Kamil said the application process to join PKR must follow established procedures, as outlined by the party's secretary-general. Yesterday, Tengku Zafrul announced his resignation as an UMNO Supreme Council Member, UMNO Kota Raja Division Chief, and an UMNO member to join PKR. His decision, however, has drawn various reactions, including from Ahmad Zahid, who is also Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman, who urged that UMNO's quota of seven ministerial posts be reinstated following Tengku Zafrul's resignation from the party. Ahmad Zahid confirmed today that UMNO executive secretary Datuk Mohd Sumali Reduan had received the official resignation letter from Tengku Zafrul. However, PKR secretary-general Dr Fuziah Salleh said earlier today that the party had yet to receive any official membership application from Tengku Zafrul. — Bernama
Malay Mail
4 days ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
PKR Youth chief calls for clear nepotism definition, insists Nurul Izzah earned post through votes rather than Anwar's influence
KUALA LUMPUR, May 31 – PKR Youth chief Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim has urged the party to clarify the meaning of nepotism, after Nurul Izzah Anwar's victory in the party's recent internal election. Kamil, who also serves as Anwar's political secretary in the Finance Ministry, said if family ties alone constituted nepotism, then many political parties would be equally guilty, not just PKR. 'All parties, without exception, have this. So, it's unfair to label only this case as nepotism while ignoring others. This is a malicious propaganda campaign meant to smear PKR,' he was quoted saying by Malaysiakini. 'The continuous nepotism attacks against PKR are mischievous attempts by political rivals, especially the opposition, to create negative perceptions.' Kamil said that true nepotism involves misuse of power for personal gain, such as awarding contracts or posts to relatives or cronies, which was not the case here. He stressed that Nurul Izzah was chosen by party members through an open election, not installed by Anwar or the party leadership, highlighting her long record of activism and public service. 'Nurul Izzah has been active from the start. She fought for justice, ran in elections, received public support, became an MP, and was elected and supported by party members, all through democratic processes,' he told the news outfit. Nurul Izzah recently won the deputy president post, defeating incumbent Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli. Her father, Anwar, is the party president. 'I think the nepotism issue is outdated. It was played decades ago, then faded,' he reportedly said. 'Now with this election, it's being raised again. This is nothing more than an attempt to create a negative perception among the public.'
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
PKR Youth chief calls for clear nepotism definition, insists Nurul Izzah earned post through votes rather than Anwar's influence
KUALA LUMPUR, May 31 – PKR Youth chief Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim has urged the party to clarify the meaning of nepotism, after Nurul Izzah Anwar's victory in the party's recent internal election. Kamil, who also serves as Anwar's political secretary in the Finance Ministry, said if family ties alone constituted nepotism, then many political parties would be equally guilty, not just PKR. 'All parties, without exception, have this. So, it's unfair to label only this case as nepotism while ignoring others. This is a malicious propaganda campaign meant to smear PKR,' he was quoted saying by Malaysiakini. 'The continuous nepotism attacks against PKR are mischievous attempts by political rivals, especially the opposition, to create negative perceptions.' Kamil said that true nepotism involves misuse of power for personal gain, such as awarding contracts or posts to relatives or cronies, which was not the case here. He stressed that Nurul Izzah was chosen by party members through an open election, not installed by Anwar or the party leadership, highlighting her long record of activism and public service. 'Nurul Izzah has been active from the start. She fought for justice, ran in elections, received public support, became an MP, and was elected and supported by party members, all through democratic processes,' he told the news outfit. Nurul Izzah recently won the deputy president post, defeating incumbent Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli. Her father, Anwar, is the party president. 'I think the nepotism issue is outdated. It was played decades ago, then faded,' he reportedly said. 'Now with this election, it's being raised again. This is nothing more than an attempt to create a negative perception among the public.'
The Star
16-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
M'sia stands firm on justice for MH17 victims and kin
KAZAN: Malaysia remains firm in its position to seek justice and resolution, particularly for the families and victims of the MH17 tragedy, says the Prime Minister's political secretary, Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim. He said Malaysia must also act wisely in handling the issue. Muhammad Kamil said the fact that the latest report by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), which found Russia responsible for downing Flight MH17, was released a day before Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's visit to Moscow must be taken into account. 'As the Prime Minister mentioned, this matter should not be politicised. At this point, what matters most is how we can find ways and means to resolve the crisis or issue that has arisen,' he told Malaysian media yesterday. He noted that there had been calls for the Prime Minister to take a firm stand on the MH17 tragedy. 'In a closed-door meeting with President Vladimir Putin, the Prime Minister directly raised this issue,' he added. On Tuesday, the United Nation aviation council ruled that Russia was responsible for the downing of a Malaysian airliner over Ukraine that killed all 298 passengers and crew, including 196 Dutch citizens and 38 Australian citizens or residents. Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17, en route from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur on July 17, 2014, was shot down over eastern Ukraine amid intense fighting between pro-Russian separatists and Ukrainian forces. On another matter, Muhammad Kamil described the first segment of the Prime Minister's official visit to Russia as highly fruitful, with potential trade and investments of between US$5bil (RM21bil) and US$10bil (RM43bil). During the visit to Moscow, Anwar also held meetings with industry players, with the halal industry as one of the sectors in focus, Muhammad Kamil said. Moscow, which is the capital and the largest city of Russia, has a population of over 13 million people, and between 1.5 million and two million of them are Muslims. 'We see great potential for the next five years. If all goes well, we could see potential trade and investments between Malaysia and Russia,' Muhammad Kamil said.
Daily Express
16-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Malaysia firm on justice for MH17 victims
Published on: Friday, May 16, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 16, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Muhammad Kamil described the first segment of the Prime Minister's visit to Moscow as highly fruitful. - Bernama pic KAZAN: Malaysia remains firm in its position to seek justice and resolution, particularly for the families and victims of the Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 tragedy, which was shot down over Ukraine in 2014, says Political Secretary to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim. He said, however, that Malaysia must also act wisely in handling the issue. Advertisement According to him, the fact that the latest report by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), which found Russia responsible for downing flight MH17, was released a day before the Prime Minister's visit to Moscow, must be taken into account. 'I believe, as the Prime Minister mentioned yesterday, this matter should not be politicised. At this point, what matters most is how we can find ways and means to resolve the crisis or issue that has arisen,' he told Malaysian media covering the Prime Minister's official visit to Moscow and Kazan, Tatarstan. He noted that there had been calls for the Prime Minister to take a firm stand on the MH17 tragedy. 'In a closed-door meeting with President Vladimir Putin yesterday, the Prime Minister directly raised this issue,' he said. Meanwhile, Muhammad Kamil described the first segment of the Prime Minister's visit to Moscow as highly fruitful. 'The Prime Minister met with the Russian Federation's Prime Minister, Mikhail Mishustin, and President Vladimir Putin, where several important matters were discussed, including volatile trade, as well as other issues. 'We have seen developments that could further strengthen and expand economic trade opportunities, including confirmation and finalisation of arrangements for direct flights by Russian carrier Aeroflot, which will soon commence operations from Moscow to Kuala Lumpur,' he said. He added that this would further boost tourism between both countries, which has already seen a significant increase in visitor numbers between Russia and Malaysia over the past two years. In addition, he said discussions on other sectors also showed positive progress, including in the halal industry. 'The Prime Minister also held meetings with industry players and saw great potential over the next five years. If all goes well, we could see investments valued between RM5 billion and RM10 billion in trade between Malaysia and Russia,' he said. Meanwhile, Anwar is scheduled to attend the Gala Reception on the occasion of the XVI International Economic Forum 'Russia – Islamic World: KazanForum 2025' at midnight Malaysian time. The Prime Minister, who is on a four-day official visit starting May 13, arrived in Kazan today for the second segment of his trip, which concludes tomorrow. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * 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
