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The Star
26-04-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Scholarships for top scorers
From farm to table: Ahmad Zahid (left) looking at some of the local vegetables and fruits at the event in Kampung Orang Asli Sungai Kroh in Tapah, Perak. — Bernama Orang Asli students with 5As and more to get Mara places TAPAH: Orang Asli students who achieve outstanding results by securing 5As and above in the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination will be guaranteed admission into Majlis Amanah Rakyat (Mara) educational institutions, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. As the Rural and Regional Development Minister, Ahmad Zahid said that he had instructed Mara chairman Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki to ensure that Orang Asli students are awarded full scholarships to continue their studies in those institutions. 'This initiative reflects the commitment of the Madani government, led by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. I am playing my part in translating this commitment into action for the benefit of the entire community,' he said at the Santuni Kasih Syawal held at Kampung Orang Asli Sungai Kroh earlier yesterday. Also present were Deputy Speaker of the Dewan Rakyat Datuk Ramli Mohd Nor, Asyraf Wajdi, and state Rural Development, Plantation, Agriculture and Food Industry Committee chairman Datuk Mohd Zolkafly Harun. More than 1,000 Orang Asli community members from across Perak attended the event, Bernama reported. For Orang Asli students who obtained fewer than 5As, they will also be given the opportunity to further their studies at any educational institution under Mara. In 2024, a total of 1,932 Orang Asli students sat for the SPM examination across Peninsular Malaysia. Of that number, 87 students achieved excellent results with 5As and above, including two who scored 9As, 13 with 8As, 11 with 7As, 22 with 6As, and 39 with 5As. Ahmad Zahid, who is also the National Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Committee chairman, said that a dedicated TVET pathway has been established specifically for Orang Asli students. This initiative, he explained, aims to ensure their inclusion in the country's skilled workforce and support their long-term development.
New Straits Times
25-04-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
'Dream on', Zahid tells PN over idea of forming Perak govt
TAPAH: Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has brushed off Perikatan Nasional's (PN) idea of forming the Perak government with Umno, calling it nothing more than wishful thinking. Zahid, who is also the Barisan Nasional chairman, said PN may have realised their waning support in Ayer Kuning, prompting the proposal. However, he said that such a move was unnecessary, as Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad has thus far provided excellent service to the state. The deputy prime minister also expressed confidence that, under Saarani's leadership, all development challenges and the needs of the people will continue to be effectively addressed. "It would have been better if such a proposal (Umno working with PN) had been made a long time ago. But it only came up now in Ayer Kuning - well, it's now 12.30pm - if we were dreaming, it must have just been a daydream," he said at a press conference after attending the Santuni Kasih Syawal ceremony with the Orang Asli community, at Kampung Orang Asli Sungai Kroh, here, today. Yesterday, the media reported that opposition leader, Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin, said that the pig farm issue in Perak, particularly in Ayer Kuning, could be resolved if Umno were to merge with PN to form the state government. Regarding the recurring national issues which PN often raises during its campaigns, Zahid said these problems were irrelevant, as every local issue raised had already been resolved, as demonstrated in the Nenggiri (Kelantan) and Mahkota (Johor) by-elections. The Ayer Kuning by-election was called following the death of incumbent Ishsam Shahruddin on Feb 22. This by-election sees a three-cornered fight between Barisan Nasional (BN) candidate Dr Mohamad Yusri Bakir; Perikatan Nasional (PN) candidate Abd Muhaimin Malek; and Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM) candidate Bawani KS. The Election Commission (EC) has scheduled polling day for tomorrow.– BERNAMA
The Star
25-04-2025
- Politics
- The Star
'Dream on,' Zahid tells Perikatan over idea of forming perak govt with Umno
TAPAH: Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has brushed off Perikatan Nasional's idea of forming the Perak government with Umno, calling it nothing more than wishful thinking. Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Barisan Nasional chairman, said that Perikatan may have realised their waning support in Ayer Kuning, prompting the proposal. However, he said that such a move was unnecessary, as Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad has thus far provided excellent service to the state. The Deputy Prime Minister also expressed confidence that, under Saarani's leadership, all development challenges and the needs of the people will continue to be effectively addressed. "It would have been better if such a proposal (Umno working with Perikatan) had been made a long time ago. "But it only came up now in Ayer Kuning - well, it's now 12.30pm - if we were dreaming, it must have just been a daydream," he said at a press conference after attending the Santuni Kasih Syawal ceremony with the Orang Asli community, at Kampung Orang Asli Sungai Kroh, here, on Friday (April 25). On Thursday (April 24), the media reported that opposition leader, Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin, said that the pig farm issue in Perak, particularly in Ayer Kuning, could be resolved if Umno were to merge with Perikatan to form the state government. Regarding the recurring national issues which Perikatan often raises during its campaigns, Ahmad Zahid said that these problems were irrelevant, as every local issue raised had already been resolved, as demonstrated in the Nenggiri (Kelantan) and Mahkota (Johor) by-elections. In a separate matter, Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Rural and Regional Development Minister, clarified that he never mentioned the name of former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad in connection with the case involving the release of a responsibility letter as a trustee for Umno assets. Previously, the media reported that Dr Mahathir denied allegations that he had refused to sign the letter of release of responsibility as a trustee for Umno assets. The Ayer Kuning by-election was called following the death of incumbent Ishsam Shahruddin on Feb 22. This by-election sees a three-cornered fight between Barisan Nasional candidate Dr Mohamad Yusri Bakir; Perikatan Nasional candidate Abd Muhaimin Malek; and Parti Sosialis Malaysia candidate Bawani KS. The Election Commission (EC) has scheduled polling day for Saturday (April 26). - Bernama
Malay Mail
25-04-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
‘Dream on': Zahid tells Perikatan over proposal to form Perak government with Umno
TAPAH, April 25 — Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has brushed off Perikatan Nasional's (PN) idea of forming the Perak government with Umno, calling it nothing more than wishful thinking. Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Barisan Nasional chairman, said that PN may have realised their waning support in Ayer Kuning, prompting the proposal. However, he said that such a move was unnecessary, as Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad has thus far provided excellent service to the state. The Deputy Prime Minister also expressed confidence that, under Saarani's leadership, all development challenges and the needs of the people will continue to be effectively addressed. 'It would have been better if such a proposal (Umno working with PN) had been made a long time ago. 'But it only came up now in Ayer Kuning — well, it's now 12.30pm — if we were dreaming, it must have just been a daydream,' he said at a press conference after attending the Santuni Kasih Syawal ceremony with the Orang Asli community, at Kampung Orang Asli Sungai Kroh, here, today. Yesterday, the media reported that opposition leader, Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin, said that the pig farm issue in Perak, particularly in Ayer Kuning, could be resolved if Umno were to merge with PN to form the state government. Regarding the recurring national issues which PN often raises during its campaigns, Ahmad Zahid said that these problems were irrelevant, as every local issue raised had already been resolved, as demonstrated in the Nenggiri (Kelantan) and Mahkota (Johor) by-elections. In a separate matter, Ahmad Zahid, who is also the minister of rural and regional development, clarified that he never mentioned the name of former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad in connection with the case involving the release of a responsibility letter as a trustee for Umno assets. Previously, the media reported that Dr Mahathir denied allegations that he had refused to sign the letter of release of responsibility as a trustee for Umno assets. The Ayer Kuning by-election was called following the death of incumbent Ishsam Shahruddin on February 22. This by-election sees a three-cornered fight between Barisan Nasional (BN) candidate Dr Mohamad Yusri Bakir; Perikatan Nasional (PN) candidate Abd Muhaimin Malek; and Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM) candidate Bawani KS. The Election Commission (EC) has scheduled polling day for tomorrow. — Bernama
Barnama
25-04-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
'Dream On,' Ahmad Zahid Tells PN Over Idea Of Forming Perak Govt With UMNO
TAPAH, April 25 (Bernama) -- UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has brushed off Perikatan Nasional's (PN) idea of forming the Perak government with UMNO, calling it nothing more than wishful thinking. Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Barisan Nasional chairman, said that PN may have realised their waning support in Ayer Kuning, prompting the proposal. However, he said that such a move was unnecessary, as Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad has thus far provided excellent service to the state. The Deputy Prime Minister also expressed confidence that, under Saarani's leadership, all development challenges and the needs of the people will continue to be effectively addressed. bootstrap slideshow 'It would have been better if such a proposal (UMNO working with PN) had been made a long time ago. But it only came up now in Ayer Kuning - well, it's now 12.30 pm - if we were dreaming, it must have just been a daydream,' he said at a press conference after attending the Santuni Kasih Syawal ceremony with the Orang Asli community, at Kampung Orang Asli Sungai Kroh, here, today. Yesterday, the media reported that opposition leader, Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin, said that the pig farm issue in Perak, particularly in Ayer Kuning, could be resolved if UMNO were to merge with PN to form the state government. Regarding the recurring national issues which PN often raises during its campaigns, Ahmad Zahid said that these problems were irrelevant, as every local issue raised had already been resolved, as demonstrated in the Nenggiri (Kelantan) and Mahkota (Johor) by-elections. bootstrap slideshow In a separate matter, Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Minister of Rural and Regional Development, clarified that he never mentioned the name of former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad in connection with the case involving the release of a responsibility letter as a trustee for UMNO assets. Previously, the media reported that Dr Mahathir denied allegations that he had refused to sign the letter of release of responsibility as a trustee for UMNO assets. The Ayer Kuning by-election was called following the death of incumbent Ishsam Shahruddin on Feb 22.
