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New Straits Times
4 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
[UPDATED] Khaled urges mutual respect in unity government
KUALA LUMPUR: Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said there should be mutual respect among parties in the unity government, following Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz's decision to leave Umno and express interest in joining PKR. Speaking after officiating the Malaysian Skills Diploma, Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) Programme and Perhebat Certificate award ceremony today, Khaled said that while the party may not stop anyone from quitting, such actions may reflect their character. "However, whatever the case, the current government was formed from a coalition of parties that agreed to establish a unity government, and as such, there should be mutual respect among the parties," he said. He also confirmed that, as far as he was aware, there had been no inter-party discussions about Tengku Zafrul's decision. When asked if Tengku Zafrul might face disciplinary actions upon returning from the Haj, Khaled pointed out that "if he has already left the party, how can disciplinary action be taken against him?" Regarding the Investment, Trade and Industry ministerial position currently held by Tengku Zafrul, Khaled made it clear that such matters are to be discussed within the party and not through the media. On Sunday, Umno information chief Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said said the party's Legal Bureau has been tasked with reviewing the implications of the Anti-Party Hopping Act, including Tengku Zafrul's status as a senator, to ensure that all subsequent actions are in line with the law. On Saturday, Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said it was unethical for any party within the unity government to accept membership applications from former leaders or members of its allies. The deputy prime minister, who is also Barisan Nasional chairman, said he was not surprised by Tengku Zafrul's announcement to quit Umno and join PKR, as they had discussed the matter during a parliamentary session three months ago. Meanwhile, Umno deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has also urged party members and supporters to remain calm, focused, and united following Tengku Zafrul's decision to leave the party for PKR.
The Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
514 MAF personnel, veterans awarded diplomas under R-PEL this year
SUNGAI BULOH: A total of 514 Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) personnel and veterans have been awarded the Malaysian Skills Diploma this year through the Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (R-PEL) programme. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin stated that the R-PEL initiative was introduced by the Ex-Servicemen Affairs Corporation (PERHEBAT) in 2017, allowing MAF personnel and veterans to obtain a diploma upon completing their service. According to him, R-PEL is a certification programme in collaboration with the Skills Development Department that recognises the experience, skills, and achievements of MAF veterans during their service, based on the National Occupational Skills Standard (NOSS). He said that MAF veterans can continue to contribute to the nation through various other means. 'The development of human capital and the socio-economic wellbeing of MAF veterans must be treated as a strategic priority that deserves serious attention,' he said when officiating the Malaysian Skills Diploma Award Ceremony under the R-PEL programme and the PERHEBAT Certificate presentation at Sungai Buloh Camp here today. Mohamed Khaled stated that PERHEBAT will continue to provide training, exposure, and skill development as part of its efforts to assist soon-to-retire MAF personnel, adding that this year alone, 3,473 MAF personnel nationwide completed transition training. He also urged PERHEBAT to ensure MAF veterans can live independently, securely and productively by providing robust and effective transition training. 'PERHEBAT must also enhance its engagement with the industry and job market and transform itself into a more agile, transparent and performance-driven institution,' he added. Meanwhile, the Defence Ministry, in a statement, said that Mohamed Khaled is expected to witness the signing of eight memoranda and notes of understanding between PERHEBAT and industry partners today in areas such as job placement, entrepreneurship opportunities, and training programmes. 'These MoUs and NoUs involve Boustead Petroleum Marketing (BHPetrol), the Johor Royal Military Force, Maxis Broadband, TAB Security, Kamatech Automotive & Engineering, Hexide Engineering, AMS Caddy Academy, and Nur Lembah Pangsun Eco Resort,' read the statement.
New Straits Times
4 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Khaled urges mutual respect in unity government
KUALA LUMPUR: Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said there should be mutual respect among parties in the unity government, following Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz's decision to leave Umno and express interest in joining PKR. Speaking on the sidelines of the Malaysian Skills Diploma, Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) Programme, and Perhebat Certificate award ceremony today, Khaled said that while the party may not stop anyone from quitting, such actions may reflect their character. "However, whatever the case, the current government was formed from a coalition of parties that agreed to establish a unity government, and as such, there should be mutual respect among the parties," he said.
