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The Star
30-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Top youth proposal to be raised at state assembly
Lau (centre) speaking to the press after the closing ceremony of Adun Muda Selangor 2025 in Shah Alam. With him are Selangor Deputy Speaker Kamri Kamaruddin (left) and Batu Tiga assemblyman Danial Al-Rashid Haron. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star The top proposal from 'Selangor Young Assemblyman' (Adun Muda Selangor 2025) programme will be presented at the Selangor State Assembly in November. The proposal, which focused on education, inclusivity and financial assistance, received the most support from participants during a voting session. 'It will be brought forward to the actual Selangor State Assembly as a private motion in mid-November, giving the youths a real platform for their voices to be heard by policymakers,' said Selangor Speaker Lau Weng San. Fifty-four youths took part in a two-day state assembly simulation. Two were absent during the final session. From spirited debates to thoughtful proposals, the young 'assemblymen' demonstrated both skill and sincerity. After the conclusion of the programme at the Selangor State Secretariat building in Shah Alam, Lau said the initiative had successfully honed the participants' ability to craft and deliver impactful speeches within tight time limits. 'It may have been their first time speaking in a setting like this. 'Of course they would feel nervous or awkward at first, but many showed real talent. 'We saw how they learned to manage their time and structure arguments effectively,' he said. Lau added that five participants were also recognised as best speakers during the sessions. The mock assembly saw a voting simulation, mirroring how actual motions were debated and decided in the state assembly. The proposal on education beat out another popular motion on artificial intelligence (AI), which garnered 24 votes. This event, which saw 56 participants aged 18 to 35 shortlisted for the programme, aims to inspire and nurture future leaders and policymakers by encouraging them to develop and champion causes they believe in. Participants presented a wide range of topics they felt were crucial for leaders to address, with AI and cybersecurity being among the most popular. One who stood out was a visually impaired participant from Lembah Jaya. Aliff Ghazali, 30, debated entirely from memory – a feat that earned admiration from both organisers and peers. 'He could not refer to any text or notes while speaking. 'What he delivered came purely from memory. 'That is an extraordinary ability and he was rightly selected as a top debater,' said Lau. The programme included a special dinner hosted by Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari, where further suggestions were exchanged. Among them was a proposal to expand the programme beyond the state assembly setting. 'The Mentri Besar suggested allowing these young participants to go to the field and see how elected representatives serve at the grassroots. 'It is not just about debating in the state assembly, but it is about understanding how institutions function and how services are delivered,' Lau explained. He said this was the second in-person edition of the programme since it was revived in 2024. Although it was first introduced in 2014, he said, it was not held consecutively every year, while previous programmes were held virtually. He said this was a curated programme where participants were guided, mentored and evaluated throughout. 'We are still collecting feedback via an online form, which is part of our standard procedure. 'Their suggestions are heartfelt and free of political influence, which is encouraging.' Details on applications are available through the Dewan Negeri Selangor website.
The Star
28-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Training up leaders of tomorrow
Youths from diverse backgrounds participating in the programme. 'Adun Muda Selangor 2025' offers young leaders a unique opportunity to simulate the work of a State Assembly member. The two-day programme, which culminates today, is designed to provide participants with early exposure to the legislative process and enhance their critical thinking on government policies. Taking place at the Selangor State Secretariat building in Shah Alam, the programme spearheaded by Selangor Assembly Speaker Lau Weng San and Deputy Speaker Kamri Kamaruddin is a collaborative effort with various organisations, including Rakan Muda (Rakan Demokrasi) and several youth-led non-governmental organisations. It has a proven track record of success, with a former participant − Muhammad Izuan Ahmad Kasim − now serving as Kota Damansara assemblyman. The programme's core objective is to give youths, including women, Orang Asli, and persons with disabilities (OKU), a platform to engage with their assemblymen and contribute their ideas. The initiative is a two-tiered approach, with an initial workshop for 112 participants, followed by an intensive two-day programme for the 56 finalists. The participants, aged 18 to 35, are expected to debate individual motions on two key topics chosen from the semi-finals: 'Artificial Intelligence and Youths and Education'. The programme also includes Mentor-Mentee sessions with real assemblymen, giving the finalists hands-on guidance. The creation of a Selangor State Assembly Speaker's Challenge Trophy ensures that this important programme will continue to be a yearly event, fostering the development of talented young policymakers and leaders for years to come. — By SHEILA SRI PRIYA
The Star
10-07-2025
- Sport
- The Star
State to prioritise nurturing local football talents
Selangor is adopting a hybrid model for its football development, with priority placed on nurturing local talents. State youth, sports and entrepreneurship committee chairman Mohd Najwan Halimi said though recruiting heritage players with international exposure could improve the performance of Selangor Football Club (SFC) at both domestic and regional levels, it risked increasing the team's expenses and negatively impacting local football's identity. Heritage players are those with blood ties to Malaysia. 'SFC believes that the hybrid model is more sustainable, as it can increase the team's competitiveness while preserving its identity among Selangor folk,' he said during the Selangor State Assembly sitting at Bangunan Dewan Negeri Selangor in Shah Alam. Mohd Najwan: Hybrid model can increase Selangor Football Club's competitiveness. He was responding to a question by Noor Najhan Mohamad Salleh (PN-Sementa) on whether Selangor government and SFC would consider recruiting heritage players from Europe to enhance the state's football team to a level that could win the Malaysian League (M-League). Mohd Najwan said various initiatives were currently underway to bridge the disparity in skill levels between heritage and local players. 'Selangor Football Association, through various development programmes for coaches, referees and amateur players as well as state-level football leagues for various age groups, has built a strong foundation for nurturing local talents. 'SFC, on the other hand, focuses on talent scouting and development of elite-level coaches. 'This ensures that the best local players across all age groups can be identified and exposed to high-quality training. 'SFC also fosters strategic relationships with professional football clubs in Asia and Europe so that the best players in Selangor can gain international exposure to bridge the gap between local and international players,' he said. On July 9, the Malaysian Football League announced an amendment to the foreign player ruling for the M-League 2025-2026 season, reducing the number of foreign players allowed on the pitch to six, from the previously announced seven. The new season is slated to start on Aug 8.
The Star
10-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
S'gor may reclaim land left vacant by places of worship
Ng says the state may give the land to someone else. Selangor government may take back land set aside for non-Muslim places of worship if it is left vacant after being approved for development. State local government and tourism committee chairman Datuk Ng Suee Lim said this was to ensure that other people would also have a chance to develop the land. 'We would look into providing a reasonable deadline, say five years, for the applicants to build structures on the land given to them. 'If they fail to meet the deadline, the state government will consider taking back the land and giving it to someone else,' he said during the Selangor State Assembly sitting at Bangunan Dewan Negeri Selangor in Shah Alam. He was replying to a supplementary question by Lwi Kian Keong (PH-Sungai Pelek) on whether there was a deadline for building structures on land as he observed that some non-Muslim places of worship had yet to be built despite being granted approval. Ng emphasised that the construction of non-Muslim places of worship in every housing project must adhere to the Selangor State Planning Guidelines and Standards Manual, which outlined the minimum size and capacity of these buildings. On a separate matter, Ng said as of the first quarter of 2025, solid waste management and public cleansing agency KDEB Waste Management (KDEBWM) had recorded an 82.7% adherence rate to its service level agreement with the state government. 'The agreement outlined various service standards that need to be adhered to by KDEBWM such as the frequency in collecting domestic and bulk waste, reaction time towards complaints and cleanliness level at the locations after waste collection,' he said. He added that the number of notices to collect waste issued to KDEBWM by local councils had been decreasing since 2023, with 2,267 notices given out in 2023, 1,604 notices in 2024 and 776 notices as of May 2025. The sitting has been adjourned sine die.
The Sun
10-07-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Selangor FC focuses on local talent and heritage players for growth
SELANGOR Football Club (Selangor FC) remains dedicated to nurturing local football talent while also seeking heritage players abroad to strengthen its squad. State Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneurship Committee chairman Mohd Najwan Halimi stated that this hybrid approach aligns with modern football trends and enhances the club's competitiveness. Mohd Najwan explained that Selangor FC aims to balance the recruitment of heritage players with grassroots development to ensure long-term success. 'Selangor FC believes this hybrid approach can elevate the team's performance while maintaining the club's identity among Selangor's fans,' he said during the Selangor State Assembly. The discussion followed a question from Noor Najhan Mohamad Salleh (PN-Sementa) regarding whether the Selangor Football Association (FAS) would follow the Football Association of Malaysia's (FAM) strategy in recruiting heritage players. Mohd Najwan acknowledged that heritage players from Europe could improve the squad but stressed that local talent development remains a priority. He highlighted ongoing initiatives, including coach and referee training, amateur team development, and structured state-level leagues, to bridge the gap between local and foreign players. Selangor FC, FAS, and the state government have collaborated on programmes to strengthen football development. 'These efforts ensure that the best local players receive high-quality training and exposure,' he added. The club has also formed partnerships with European and Asian clubs to provide international training opportunities for local players. – Bernama
