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The Sun
06-08-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Perlis assembly condemns Israeli atrocities in Palestine
KANGAR: The Perlis State Legislative Assembly unanimously passed a motion condemning Israeli atrocities against Palestinians. Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli tabled the motion, seconded by Muhammad Azmir Azizan (PN–Santan), with no debate before approval. Mohd Shukri labelled Israel's actions as violent and inhumane, threatening Palestinian lives daily. 'In just 24 hours, Israeli airstrikes killed 119 and injured 866—this is not war but ethnic cleansing,' he stated. The motion urged Malaysia, as ASEAN Chair, and global bodies to demand an immediate ceasefire through diplomatic and legal channels. It also called on neighbouring nations like Jordan and Egypt to open borders for humanitarian aid. Mohd Shukri proposed state-level solidarity efforts, including awareness campaigns and public lectures. – Bernama
The Sun
06-08-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Perlis floods: RM780K compensation paid to padi farmers
KANGAR: More than 2,600 hectares of paddy fields in Perlis were damaged by floods between September and December last year, with compensation amounting to RM780,146.28, the Perlis State Legislative Assembly was told today. State Agriculture, Plantations and Consumer Affairs Committee chairman Razali Saad said a total of 2,639.53 hectares were affected, with all impacted farmers receiving full payments through the Padi Crop Disaster Fund Scheme (TBTP). He said the Agriculture and Food Security Ministry has since strengthened the compensation mechanism through the Padi Crop Takaful Scheme (STTP), managed by Agro Captive Takaful Ltd (ACTL), a subsidiary of Agrobank. 'A total of 860 eligible farmers have been identified under the scheme, particularly those affected by floods in November and December 2024. To qualify, they must be registered under the Federal Government Padi Fertiliser Assistance Scheme (SBPKP),' he said. Razali was responding to a question from Wan Zikri Afthar Ishak (PN–Tambun Tulang) regarding the status of affected farmers and the compensation measures. Under the STTP, eligible farmers may receive RM1,500 per hectare for padi crops aged below 50 Days After Sowing (HLT). Razali said the compensation is currently undergoing verification and approval by Agrobank, and will be credited directly into recipients' accounts upon clearance. - Bernama
The Sun
05-08-2025
- Business
- The Sun
RM1.56 bln investment projects approved for Perlis industrial zone
KANGAR: Two investment projects worth RM1.56 billion have been approved for the Lembah Chuping Industrial Zone (CVIA) near Padang Besar, according to Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli today. The approvals came from the CVIA Development and Investment Management Committee (JPPPCVIA), chaired by the Perlis State Secretary, he said. However, the state government has yet to disclose the investors' identities as the projects remain in early stages, with confidentiality and funding still being finalised. 'Caution is necessary to protect all stakeholders involved,' Mohd Shukri said during a session at the Perlis State Legislative Assembly. He added that Phase 1 infrastructure covering 440 acres is complete and ready for incoming investors, with JPPPCVIA closely monitoring all planning and project approvals to ensure high standards. Separately, Mohd Shukri said the Sanglang Integrated Jetty (SIJ) project is expected to begin after Phase 1 of the Perlis Inland Port (PIP) starts full operations in the first quarter of 2026. The SIJ project aims to boost Perlis's logistics, tourism, aquaculture and fisheries sectors by improving jetty facilities for commercial and cargo vessels. It is projected to create 3,000 jobs. Development of PIP is progressing rapidly, with Phase 1 operations slated to start on Sept 22. The port will enhance regional economic growth by serving as a strategic logistics hub, facilitating trade between Malaysia and Thailand. 'With PIP operational, it will complement key projects within the Northern Corridor Economic Region (NCER), including CVIA, Chuping Agro Valley, NCER Agribio Economic Zone and Perlis Super Fruits Valley,' he said. - Bernama
Barnama
23-04-2025
- Business
- Barnama
PAT 2025: 141 Traders Incur Losses Amounting To RM126,850
KANGAR, April 23 (Bernama) -- The total losses suffered by 141 traders during the Perlis East Wind Festival 2025 (PAT 2025) near Arau in February which was affected by rain, amounted to RM126,850. Perlis Tourism, Arts and Culture and Rural Development Committee chairman Abu Bakar Hamzah said there were five trader lots allocated for the PAT 2025, which included Flora, Dry, Special Wet, Wet and Food truck lots. "For the Flora Lot, the total losses were RM2,500, Dry Lot (RM13,500), Special Wet Lot (RM61,100), Wet Lot (RM45,750) and Food truck Lot (RM4,000)," he said during a question and answer session at the Perlis State Legislative Assembly sitting at the State Assembly Complex here today. Abu Bakar was replying to a question by Wan Zikri Afthar Ishak (PN-Tambun Tulang) who wanted to know the estimated losses of entrepreneurs affected during PAT 2025. On Feb 22, Bernama reported that the rice field area in Kampung Lat Seribu, Tambun Tulang near Arau, which was the location for the festival scheduled to be held from Feb 21 to 23, was covered in thick mud after heavy rain in the afternoon of Feb 21, causing the locations of several activities to be changed. The organisation of PAT 2025 is the 13th edition this year, organised by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) in collaboration with the Perlis State Government, which is managed by the Perlis National Culture and Arts Department (JKKN) and the Perlis State Cultural Council. Abu Bakar said that following the bad weather incident at the PAT 2025 site, traders registered with the organisers were transferred to the State Assembly Complex to continue selling as usual until the last day of the fair. In addition, he said that the follow-up action by the PAT 2025 organisers towards the traders who suffered losses was coordinated by the Event Organiser (EO), namely Syarikat Lanai Kijang Enterprise, through a consolation payment of RM35,800 to the 141 traders concerned. Meanwhile, Abu Bakar said that the branding and restructuring of the fair involved a more inclusive, dynamic, productive and state identity-based approach that would be proposed for the organisation of the next edition.
Barnama
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
Rukun Negara Pledge Recited At Perlis Assembly Sitting Today
KANGAR, April 23 (Bernama) -- The Rukun Negara pledge was recited at the Perlis State Legislative Assembly for the first time today. It was led by assistant secretary of the State Assembly and State Executive Council (MMK), Mohd Anwar Sahul Hameed. Speaker Rus'sele Eizan said the state received a letter from National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang on Sept 12 last year on the Cabinet's decision to introduce the recitation of the pledge during the official opening of state assembly sittings.
