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Barnama
15-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Johor MADANI Rakyat Programme 2025 To Be Held From May 23 To 25
JOHOR BAHRU, May 15 (Bernama) -- The Prime Minister's Office (PMO), through the Performance Acceleration and Coordination Unit (PACU), will organise Program Madani Rakyat (PMR) 2025 Johor at Toppen Shopping Centre here from May 23 to 25. The PMR 2025 secretariat said in a statement that the programme, themed 'Belia MADANI, Yakin Boleh', involved strategic collaboration between government agencies, the private sector and non-governmental organisations to empower the youth. It said that the programme, held in collaboration with the Youth and Sports Ministry and the Johor government, focused on youth and sports empowerment through various initiatives, including mass sports activities, career development, entrepreneurship, social wellbeing, and engagement with the local community. 'The programme will be held alongside the state-level National Youth Day Celebration, providing a double experience for the people and youth of Johor. 'In addition, this time, the organisation of the programme adopts a strategic and targeted approach, placing special emphasis on direct and effective engagement between the government and the people,' the statement said. According to the secretariat, this method enabled the implementation of more focused programmes that catered to local needs and directly benefitted the target community. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to officiate the opening ceremony on May 23 (Friday) at 3 pm. 'The programme will run from 10 am to 9 pm on Friday and Saturday, and from 10 am to 6 pm on Sunday. 'The public is invited to attend the event and take advantage of the various services offered, including public service touchpoints, MADANI sales, Royal Malaysia Police summons payment counters, health services, the helmet exchange programme, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities by government-linked companies (GLCs),' the secretariat said.
The Star
11-05-2025
- Politics
- The Star
GRS is still in the game, says Anwar on political cooperation for Sabah polls
TAWAU: Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) is not out of the picture yet when it comes to political cooperation, despite the recent alliance between Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional, according to PH chairman Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar said he had just discussed the matter with Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, during which they talked about continuing collaboration between Pakatan and GRS. "I thank Hajiji for his views that the collaboration between GRS and PH should be enhanced. As for the negotiation between GRS and Barisan, if they want to work together, I leave it to GRS and BN. However, for us in PH, we agree to leave the matter to Sabah, led by Hajiji, to negotiate and find a solution moving forward. 'Because what is important for us is that Sabah's condition is stable and is able to work with the federal government,' he said when met by reporters at the Tawau Airport after he attended the Sabah PKR State Leadership Council meeting on Sunday (May 11). When asked if he believes that GRS, Pakatan, and Barisan could collaborate in the state election, Anwar stated that he could only speak on behalf of Pakatan, and he remains optimistic. 'I also see that Hajiji's attitude is very positive, while we have also discussed with PH and they think the same. The rest of it, I leave it for them to vote,' he said. Anwar was in Tawau for the Program Madani Rakyat. Earlier, he made a courtesy visit to Sabah Head of State Tun Musa Aman during lunch. Last Friday, Pakatan and Barisan announced their agreement to cooperate for the upcoming Sabah state election. In a joint statement, Pakatan secretary-general Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail and Unity Government Secretariat chief Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said the decision was reached during a top leadership meeting involving Anwar and BN chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi on May 8. Following this, Hajiji said GRS would contest solo in the state election if Pakatan and Barisan proceed with their collaboration. 'It is essential that the Sabah government remains led by local parties that understand the aspirations of the people. Straying from this principle would risk ignoring the voices of many Sabahans," Hajiji said in a statement on May 9. GRS consists of eight parties, including Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah, Parti Bersatu Sabah, Sabah Progressive Party, Sabah Star, United Sabah National Organisation, Parti Cinta Sabah, Liberal Democratic Party and Parti Harapan Rakyat Sabah. Meanwhile, Sabah Pakatan has four parties — United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation, PKR, DAP and Amanah.
Borneo Post
11-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
PMR 2025 boosts local entrepreneurs, strengthens Sabah's Eeconomy – Hajiji
Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor receives a mock cheque for the completed Tamu Desa premises project in Sabah from Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick, witnessed by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Anwar Ibrahim during the closing ceremony of the Madani Rakyat 2025 Sabah Programme at the Tawau Municipal Council Square on Sunday. TAWAU (May 11): Efforts to bring the Madani government's development programmes, such as the Program Madani Rakyat (PMR), to the district level provide valuable opportunities for local entrepreneurs to access information on government-led entrepreneurship initiatives, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor. He noted that such initiatives indirectly help promote local products to a wider audience, which in turn stimulates economic growth and the development of the domestic tourism sector. 'This effort also serves as a way to connect more closely with the people, ensuring that the promotion of Madani government programmes is not limited to specific areas only,' he said during the Program Madani Rakyat (PMR) 2025: Sabah held at the Tawau Municipal Council Square on Sunday. 'This is proof that the Madani government never neglects its responsibilities to the people, no matter where they are,' Hajiji added. The closing ceremony was officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Anwar Ibrahim. Hajiji expressed hope that the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (KUSKOP) would continue to support and strengthen entrepreneurial development, particularly in Sabah. 'Entrepreneurship initiatives designed specifically for Sabah such as the Tamu Desa Premises Project, digitisation efforts through TEKUN TikTok Shop, financing up to RM800 million, and the establishment of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) Hub by SME Corporation Malaysia have had a positive impact on over 50,000 micro, small and medium entrepreneurs in the state,' he said. He also highlighted that the ehsan@KUSKOP initiative has the potential to eradicate hardcore poverty through a targeted intervention approach involving mentorship, training, capital and comprehensive monitoring. 'The approach introduced by KUSKOP has added strategic value to the local entrepreneurship landscape. Therefore, I hope the ehsan@KUSKOP programme can be further expanded to other districts and rural areas across Sabah,' said the Chief Minister. He also called for greater accessibility to banking services, particularly from agencies under KUSKOP. 'I hope institutions like Bank Rakyat will consider opening more branches or, at the very least, installing Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) in rural areas to serve the public, especially local entrepreneurs,' he added. Hajiji noted that at the state level, several programmes have been introduced to support youth entrepreneurship, including the Youth Entrepreneurs Excellence Scheme (SYABAS) under the Sabah Ministry of Youth and Sports. 'Under the Ministry of Industrial Development and Entrepreneurship, there are also several programmes focused on youth entrepreneurship development, such as the Graduate Entrepreneur Scheme Workshop (BUSS) and the Technical Entrepreneur Scheme Workshop (BEST), which target university graduates and vocational or skills institute graduates, respectively. 'The State Government, through Yayasan Usaha Maju (YUM), an agency established in 1995, continues to support small business owners by offering micro-loans to target groups, including women entrepreneurs, who need capital to grow their businesses,' he said. Hajiji emphasised that the progress of the entrepreneurial sector is closely tied to the overall performance of the state and national economy. 'Since the end of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2021, Sabah's economy, which had previously slumped, has shown positive development, with the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) rising from RM82.1 billion in 2022 to RM83.2 billion in 2023. 'It is projected that Sabah's GDP for 2024 will reach RM84.9 billion. This clearly reflects the capability and commitment of the State Government not only in revitalising the economy but also in elevating Sabah's economic performance to its highest level,' he said. He added that the government remains committed to accelerating efforts to eradicate hardcore poverty in Sabah, where significant reductions in poverty and hardcore poverty rates have already been achieved. 'This success is the result of close cooperation between the Federal Government and the State Government, through the implementation of several initiatives such as Rumah Mesra SMJ, Sentuhan Kasih Rakyat Sabah, and the State Government's policy of prioritising the employment of heads of households who are classified as poor or hardcore poor by state government agencies and selected government-linked companies,' he said. In this regard, the Chief Minister stated that the strong relationship already established between the State Government and the Federal Government will continue to be strengthened. 'We are optimistic that the cooperation and close ties between both governments, state and federal, are the key to our shared success in achieving the goals of a Madani society: one that is progressive, knowledgeable, has integrity, and lives in prosperity and harmony,' he said.
Daily Express
11-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Madani outreach empowers Sabah's grassroots entrepreneurs: CM
Published on: Sunday, May 11, 2025 Published on: Sun, May 11, 2025 Text Size: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Hajiji pose for a photo with recipients of the Sabah Entrepreneur Excellence Awards held in conjunction with the programme. - Pic by CMD TAWAU: The Madani Government's grassroots-level initiative, Program Madani Rakyat (PMR), has opened new avenues for local entrepreneurs in Sabah to access information on various government entrepreneurship programmes. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said the initiative boosts local product visibility and supports the growth of domestic tourism and the economy. He added that Sabah has already benefited from multiple entrepreneurship programmes under the Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Ministry (Kuskop), impacting over 50,000 micro, small, and medium entrepreneurs. These include rural market projects, digitalisation support via Tekun TikTok Shop, RM800 million in financing, and SME Corp's micro-enterprise hubs, along with targeted poverty alleviation efforts through the ehsan@Kuskop initiative. Hajiji emphasised that Sabah's post-pandemic economic recovery is on track, with GDP improving yearly, and that continued Federal-State cooperation is vital in achieving the broader goals of a just and prosperous Madani society. * 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
The Star
11-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Anwar to officiate at closing of PMR 2025 Sabah today
TAWAU: The three-day Program Madani Rakyat (PMR) 2025 Sabah at Dataran Majlis Perbandaran Tawau will culminate with the closing ceremony on Sunday, which will be officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister is also expected to hand over the completed Tamu Desa Sabah Project, present the Sabah Entrepreneur Excellence Awards and launch the Madani Solar Programme. Anwar and Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, who is also expected to attend the event, will then go on a walkabout to observe firsthand the services provided by federal agencies and departments at the programme, which began on Friday (May 9). At the event, Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick will accompany the guest of honour in his capacity as the minister responsible for PMR 2025 Sabah, which carries the theme "Eradicating Poverty Through Entrepreneurship'. Anwar is scheduled to leave the event at 4pm. A variety of activities awaits visitors on the final day of PMR 2025 Sabah, including the Madani Entrepreneur Dropship and Agent Seminar, and talks on "Saving Money, Protecting Your Wallet' and online safety. There will also be cultural performances by the Tawau Ethnic Association, the karaoke finals, and a lucky draw for PMR 2025 Sabah visitors. - Bernama
