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Business Recorder
15-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Wapda chairman reviews work on Dasu hydropower project
PESHAWAR: Chairman Wapda Engr Lt Gen Sajjad Ghani (Retd) visited Dasu Hydropower Project on Thursday, being constructed on River Indus in Upper Kohistan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. During his day-long visit, the chairman reviewed construction progress on key sites, which included River Diversion System, Main Dam, Power House and relocated Karakoram Highway (KKH-1). The project team, comprising GM/PD Dasu Hydropower Project, the consultants and the contractors, briefed the chairman about site-wise targets and achievements. It was briefed that construction activities on 20 work fronts are progressing at a good pace. Several critical targets have recently been completed, while a number of milestones are about to be achieved. As per the details, excavation of right and left abutment of the Main Dam has been completed. Likewise, extended right bypass tunnel and right-side open channel are also ready for operation to pass excess water during the high flow season. After completion of the upstream and downstream starter (coffer) dams, excavation of the Main Dam's foundation is in progress and will be completed in August 2025. Yet another critical activity of placing Roller Compact Concrete (RCC) in the Main Dam is likely to be started by December this year. Excavation of the Power House will be completed in January 2026, while 25 Km-long KKH-1 with seven tunnels and three bridges will also be completed in February 2026. Electricity generation from the Project is scheduled in 2027. Speaking on the occasion, the chairman urged upon the consultants and the contractors to expedite their efforts for completion of the project as per the timelines. In second leg of the visit, the chairman participated in a Jirga with local elders. Detailed deliberations were made on payment issues under Enhanced Self-Managed Relocation (ESMR) Package and implementation of Local Area Development Schemes (LADS). The chairman said that the Wapda stands committed for socio-economic development of the people hailing from the Project area. He added the Wapda is spending hefty amount on resettlement of the locals, environmental management and social development in the Project area. He directed the project management to keep close liaison with the locals to address grievances. It is important to note that the 4320 MW-Dasu Hydropower Project is planned to be completed in two stages. At present, the Wapda is constructing stage-I of 2160 MW and annual energy generation of 12 billion units of clean, green and affordable electricity. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
The Sun
13-05-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Support PKR election allegations with evidence, not sentiment
KUALA SELANGOR: All allegations regarding the PKR election process, whether at the division or central leadership level, must be supported with evidence and not based on sentiment-driven arguments, said PKR vice-president Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. He said the Central Election Committee (JPP) had done its best to ensure that the leadership election for the 2025-2028 term is conducted fairly and transparently. 'The JPP has already conducted re-elections in several divisions where irregularities were found, and that itself is proof that the committee is trying its best. However, allegations on the matter continue to be made by those who are disappointed or still dissatisfied. 'A full report and audit of the division-level elections has already been presented to the central leadership recently,' he said at a press conference after officiating at the handover of the Raw Water Guarantee Scheme (SJAM) Project Package A and Package C here today. Meanwhile, in Kelantan, state PKR chairman Datuk Seri Mohamad Suparadi Md Noor has urged party members to be mature and not sow discord among leaders. 'Anyone can contest, but we should support leaders who are capable of driving the party forward, especially during state or national elections. 'In my view, PKR members are mature enough to vote and choose those who are truly qualified to lead,' he told reporters after the 'Jom Masuk U' programme and the 2024 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) Excellence Awards Ceremony for the Tanah Merah parliamentary constituency today. The central leadership elections on May 23 will run from 8 am to 5 pm and will be conducted using two methods: physical voting by delegates of the Central Congress, the Central Angkatan Muda Keadilan (AMK) Congress and the Central Women's Congress, taking place at Berjaya Waterfront Hotel and Danga Bay Convention Centre in Johor Bahru. For Sabah and Sarawak, physical voting will take place at the International Technology and Commercial Centre (ITCC) in Penampang and the Penview Convention Centre in Kuching. Regular and additional delegates for the Central, Central AMK and Central Women's Congresses will not need to attend in person as voting will be conducted online at the same date and time via the ADIL app. The PKR National Congress, including the AMK and Women's Congresses, is scheduled to be held from May 22 to 24 in Johor Bahru.
The Sun
13-05-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
PKR urges evidence-based claims in election disputes
KUALA SELANGOR: All allegations regarding the PKR election process, whether at the division or central leadership level, must be supported with evidence and not based on sentiment-driven arguments, said PKR vice-president Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. He said the Central Election Committee (JPP) had done its best to ensure that the leadership election for the 2025-2028 term is conducted fairly and transparently. 'The JPP has already conducted re-elections in several divisions where irregularities were found, and that itself is proof that the committee is trying its best. However, allegations on the matter continue to be made by those who are disappointed or still dissatisfied. 'A full report and audit of the division-level elections has already been presented to the central leadership recently,' he said at a press conference after officiating at the handover of the Raw Water Guarantee Scheme (SJAM) Project Package A and Package C here today. Meanwhile, in Kelantan, state PKR chairman Datuk Seri Mohamad Suparadi Md Noor has urged party members to be mature and not sow discord among leaders. 'Anyone can contest, but we should support leaders who are capable of driving the party forward, especially during state or national elections. 'In my view, PKR members are mature enough to vote and choose those who are truly qualified to lead,' he told reporters after the 'Jom Masuk U' programme and the 2024 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) Excellence Awards Ceremony for the Tanah Merah parliamentary constituency today. The central leadership elections on May 23 will run from 8 am to 5 pm and will be conducted using two methods: physical voting by delegates of the Central Congress, the Central Angkatan Muda Keadilan (AMK) Congress and the Central Women's Congress, taking place at Berjaya Waterfront Hotel and Danga Bay Convention Centre in Johor Bahru. For Sabah and Sarawak, physical voting will take place at the International Technology and Commercial Centre (ITCC) in Penampang and the Penview Convention Centre in Kuching. Regular and additional delegates for the Central, Central AMK and Central Women's Congresses will not need to attend in person as voting will be conducted online at the same date and time via the ADIL app. The PKR National Congress, including the AMK and Women's Congresses, is scheduled to be held from May 22 to 24 in Johor Bahru.
Barnama
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
Support PKR Election Allegations With Evidence, Not Sentiment
KUALA SELANGOR, May 13 (Bernama) -- All allegations regarding the PKR election process, whether at the division or central leadership level, must be supported with evidence and not based on sentiment-driven arguments, said PKR vice-president Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. He said the Central Election Committee (JPP) had done its best to ensure that the leadership election for the 2025-2028 term is conducted fairly and transparently. "The JPP has already conducted re-elections in several divisions where irregularities were found, and that itself is proof that the committee is trying its best. However, allegations on the matter continue to be made by those who are disappointed or still dissatisfied. bootstrap slideshow "A full report and audit of the division-level elections has already been presented to the central leadership recently," he said at a press conference after officiating at the handover of the Raw Water Guarantee Scheme (SJAM) Project Package A and Package C here today. Meanwhile, in Kelantan, state PKR chairman Datuk Seri Mohamad Suparadi Md Noor has urged party members to be mature and not sow discord among leaders. 'Anyone can contest, but we should support leaders who are capable of driving the party forward, especially during state or national elections. bootstrap slideshow 'In my view, PKR members are mature enough to vote and choose those who are truly qualified to lead,' he told reporters after the 'Jom Masuk U' programme and the 2024 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) Excellence Awards Ceremony for the Tanah Merah parliamentary constituency today. The central leadership elections on May 23 will run from 8 am to 5 pm and will be conducted using two methods: physical voting by delegates of the Central Congress, the Central Angkatan Muda Keadilan (AMK) Congress and the Central Women's Congress, taking place at Berjaya Waterfront Hotel and Danga Bay Convention Centre in Johor Bahru. For Sabah and Sarawak, physical voting will take place at the International Technology and Commercial Centre (ITCC) in Penampang and the Penview Convention Centre in Kuching. Regular and additional delegates for the Central, Central AMK and Central Women's Congresses will not need to attend in person as voting will be conducted online at the same date and time via the ADIL app.
Korea Herald
07-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
South Korea to pursue coordinated talks with US over tariff dispute
Korea to prepare 'July Package' ahead of tariff suspension deadline Acting President and Education Minister Lee Ju-ho said Wednesday that South Korea will proceed with calm and coordinated negotiations with the United States regarding tariffs, amid shifting US trade policies that he described as part of a "grave situation." Speaking at a high-level economic security strategy meeting in Seoul, Lee said the government will push forward discussions with Washington under the leadership of the minister of trade, industry and energy, while engaging all relevant ministries in close coordination. 'The government will work closely across ministries under the responsibility of the minister in charge of trade policy to proceed with discussions with the US in an orderly manner,' Lee said at the meeting convened to assess the current state of Korea-US tariff talks and the government's overall response system. 'Recent tariff actions driven by changes in US trade policy have created a serious and ongoing situation,' Lee said. Lee emphasized that the government will proceed with the negotiations responsibly, communicating transparently with the National Assembly and the public while putting national interest first. Lee noted that the South Korean government has already established a consultation framework through the so-called '2+2 trade dialogue' with the US aimed at formulating a 'July Package' by July 8, when the current mutual tariff suspension period expires. The package would outline shared priorities through technical consultations with the US, setting the groundwork for the next Korean administration's negotiations. He also confirmed that ministerial-level talks with US counterparts are scheduled to take place on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation trade ministers' meeting in mid-May. The Education Ministry also said that US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer is scheduled to visit South Korea next week as part of the APEC meetings, setting the stage for continued ministerial-level engagement between the two nations. Lee reaffirmed the government's commitment to minimizing public anxiety and potential damage to Korean industries from a volatile trade environment, pledging to continue efforts to protect the country's economic interests. Meanwhile, Lee addressed a separate issue involving a delayed nuclear power contract with the Czech Republic. The signing, which had been scheduled for Tuesday, was postponed after French utility company EDF won a court injunction. 'The Czech government has stated that the bidding process has been transparent and lawful,' Lee said. 'We will work closely with Czech authorities to resolve legal issues and reach a final agreement as swiftly as possible.'
