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The Sun
09-08-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
No research on LGBT in marriages: Minister
PETALING JAYA: No research has been conducted on LGBT individuals who marry, said Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. 'Despite that, there are laws in the country that do not allow same-sex relationships, such as the Penal Code and the State Syariah Criminal Enactment,' she said in a written parliamentary reply to Shaharizukirnain Abd Kadir (PN–Setiu). Shaharizukirnain had asked how much research had been done on LGBT individuals who marry partners and what initiatives the government was taking to address the matter. LGBT – an acronym for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender – is an umbrella term referring to people whose sexual orientations or gender identities differ from the heterosexual and cisgender norm. In Malaysia, same-sex sexual acts and gender nonconformity are criminalised under both federal and state syariah laws. Section 377A of the Penal Code, which applies to all residents, prohibits 'carnal intercourse against the order of nature', interpreted as same-sex sexual conduct. The offence is punishable by imprisonment of up to 20 years and caning. rough initiatives to attract more students, positioning it as key to producing a skilled and competitive workforce.
New Straits Times
06-08-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
'Business-to-business deals for Multi-Lane Fast Flow system, no cost for govt'
KUALA LUMPUR: There will be no financial implications for the government in implementing the Multi-Lane Fast Flow (MLFF) system, the Dewan Rakyat heard today. Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan said the cabinet made this decision after the termination of an appointment between the government and the proposed company last December. He said the ministry was committed to implementing the MLFF toll collection system to prioritise the comfort and convenience of highway users. "On July 25, the ministry presented a cabinet paper on a new direction for the implementation of MLFF. "One of the key points is that service providers can now engage directly with 33 toll concessionaires on a business-to-business basis to facilitate implementation. "The second point is that the system will be implemented without any financial implications for the government. "The government has decided that this matter will be resolved on a business-to-business basis and there will not be a single cent of financial implication for the government. "As such, the issue of how many billions it will cost does not arise as the government will not bear any equipment or infrastructure costs when the MLFF system is implemented at 33 toll plazas," he said during the question-and-answer session at the Dewan Rakyat today. He was responding to a question by Shaharizukirnain Abd Kadir (PN-Setiu) on the status of the MLFF system and planned improvements for it. In February, the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) recommended that the ministry and the Malaysian Highway Authority conduct a more detailed cost-benefit analysis for the MLFF project. PAC chairman Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin had said the committee concluded that implementing the MLFF system would not fully resolve traffic congestion on toll highways. In response, the ministry said the MLFF system, to be implemented by PLUS Malaysia Bhd, would be an independent initiative by the highway concessionaire. Previously, implementing the MLFF system was estimated to cost RM3.46 billion. Commenting further, Ahmad said the government had set a two-year timeframe for the implementation of the MLFF system. "All 33 toll concessionaires are free to engage with any company they want to work with." On the issue of tailgating, he said additional enforcement mechanisms might be introduced to address this. He said the ministry was mulling restricting road tax renewals for motorists who evade toll payments once the MLFF system was implemented. "With MLFF, user discipline will be essential. We will use RFID technology and Automatic Number Plate Recognition.
The Sun
06-08-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Cost of living, MLFF among key issues in Parliament today
KUALA LUMPUR: Government efforts to ease the cost of living, the implementation of the Multi Lane Free Flow (MLFF) toll system, and the issue of reciprocal tariffs imposed by the United States on Malaysia are among the key matters scheduled for discussion in the Dewan Rakyat sitting today. According to the Order Paper published on the Parliament's website, during the question-and-answer session, Datuk Syed Abu Hussin Hafiz Syed Abdul Fasal (PN-Bukit Gantang) will ask the Minister of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living to state the measures taken by the National Action Council on Cost of Living (NACCOL) to help reduce the cost of living. Shaharizukirnain Abd Kadir (PN-Setiu) will pose a question to the Works Minister on the status of MLFF toll collection implementation, besides seeking clarification on improvements to systems such as Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) to ensure the new system's effectiveness. Datuk Seri Dr Wee Jeck Seng (BN-Tanjung Piai) will raise a question to the Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry regarding the status and effectiveness of negotiations between Malaysia and the United States on the implementation of reciprocal tariffs. He also asked for government assurances that the move would not adversely affect trade, supply chains or the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector in Malaysia. Yeo Bee Yin (PH-Puchong) will question the Minister of Youth and Sports on key improvements introduced by the ministry in the National Youth Consultative Council and the significant proposals made by youths, as well as the ministry's efforts in conveying these proposals to the government. Mohd Nazri Abu Hassan (PN-Merbok), meanwhile, will ask the Minister of Housing and Local Government whether the ministry had allocated special provisions to state governments or related agencies to manage solid waste and clean up illegal dumping sites outside the jurisdiction of local authorities. Following the question session, the Dewan Rakyat will resume the debate on the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), which was tabled by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim last Thursday. The current Dewan Rakyat sitting takes place over 24 days until Aug 28. - Bernama
The Star
06-08-2025
- Business
- The Star
Cost of living, multi-lane free flow implementation and reciprocal tariff among focus at Parliament today
KUALA LUMPUR: Government efforts to ease the cost of living, the implementation of the Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) toll system, and the issue of reciprocal tariffs imposed by the United States on Malaysia are among the key matters scheduled for discussion in the Dewan Rakyat sitting on Wednesday (Aug 6). According to the Order Paper published on the Parliament's website, during the question-and-answer session, Datuk Syed Abu Hussin Hafiz Syed Abdul Fasal (PN-Bukit Gantang) will ask the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister to state the measures taken by the National Action Council on Cost of Living (Naccol) to help reduce the cost of living. Shaharizukirnain Abd Kadir (PN-Setiu) will pose a question to the Works Minister on the status of MLFF toll collection implementation, besides seeking clarification on improvements to systems such as Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) to ensure the new system's effectiveness. Datuk Seri Dr Wee Jeck Seng (BN-Tanjung Piai) will raise a question to the Investment, Trade and Industry Minister regarding the status and effectiveness of negotiations between Malaysia and the United States on the implementation of reciprocal tariffs. He also asked for government assurances that the move would not adversely affect trade, supply chains or the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector in Malaysia. Yeo Bee Yin (PH-Puchong) will question the Youth and Sports Minister on key improvements introduced by the ministry in the National Youth Consultative Council and the significant proposals made by youths, as well as the ministry's efforts in conveying these proposals to the government. Mohd Nazri Abu Hassan (PN-Merbok), meanwhile, will ask the Housing and Local Government Minister whether the ministry had allocated special provisions to state governments or related agencies to manage solid waste and clean up illegal dumping sites outside the jurisdiction of local authorities. Following the question session, the Dewan Rakyat will resume the debate on the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), which was tabled by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim last Thursday. The current Dewan Rakyat sitting takes place over 24 days until Aug 28. - Bernama
