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The Star
14 hours ago
- Business
- The Star
Selangor Raja Muda completes two-day working visit to London
PETALING JAYA: The Raja Muda of Selangor Tengku Amir Shah Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah has completed a two-day working trip to London, UK, where he met with various leaders, youth-focused institutions and members of the Malaysian diaspora. The two-day working visit, themed 'Leadership, Youth and Making an Impact', is aimed at deepening international collaborations and to amplify the Selangor Youth Community (SAY) mission of empowering the young people. 'The session offered guests the rare opportunity to hear directly from His Majesty on his personal journey in leadership, the founding of SAY and his vision for empowering the next generation of Malaysians - both at home and abroad,' said SAY in a statement on Wednesday (June 4). SAY said on June 3, Tengku Amir Shah led the Malaysian delegation for a high-level strategic meeting with the King's Trust International (KTI), a global organisation founded by King Charles III. 'The meeting reaffirmed the partnership between KTI and SAY through the TEAM Programme Malaysia - a nine-week initiative designed to support at-risk youth including young offenders, care leavers and youths not in education, employment or training. 'The discussions centred on the programme's evolution since its launch in 2022, including impactful partnerships with drug rehabilitation centres and Malaysia's national employment portal, as well as sustainable funding through SAY's charity initiatives and municipal partnerships. 'Also explored were future programme expansions such as shorter-format interventions and a broader local funder base, supported by the anticipated HSBC funding pipeline,' it said. SAY said over the past five years, the TEAM programme has transformed the lives of over 460 young people and it has plans to reach out to another 200 in the coming year through a structured six-month post programme support phase. Meanwhile, SAY said Tengku Amir Shah visited the Battersea Power Station which was hosted by the Battersea Power Station Development Company and it explored how heritage revitalisation can serve as a catalyst for inclusive growth and sustainable employment. SAY said the delegation was introduced to the Battersea Academy for Skills & Employment (BASE), which is a best-practice model that integrates employability training, education and industry collaboration to promote upward mobility for underserved communities. 'The visit offered valuable insights into integrating community development with urban transformation, while laying the groundwork for future collaborative initiatives in Selangor. 'Both engagements underscored SAY's commitment to benchmarking global approaches and localising proven models of social impact,' it said. SAY said on June 4, Tengku Amir Shah convened a Royal Dialogue Session, themed 'Leadership, Youth and Making an Impact', at the Malaysian High Commission in London, which was attended by Malaysian students, professionals and government representatives based in the UK. 'His Highness shared personal reflections on leadership, the founding of SAY and the importance of building dignified, inclusive platforms for youth. 'Addressing structural challenges such as skill mismatches, mental health stigma, and socioeconomic inequality, His Highness emphasised the value of resilience, purpose-driven action and cross-sector collaboration. 'He also highlighted the vital role of the diaspora as bridges to Malaysia, bringing home fresh ideas, global networks and sustained partnerships,' it said. 'His Excellency Datuk Zakri Jaafar, High Commissioner of Malaysia to the UK, echoed these sentiments in his remarks, calling the event a timely reminder of the strength and reach of the Malaysian diaspora in shaping the nation's future,' added SAY. SAY said the multi-day engagement reinforced SAY's vision of developing an inclusive, globally-informed system that empower Malaysian youth. 'Whether through strategic programme delivery, learning from international benchmarks, or community engagement with Malaysians abroad, SAY remains committed to creating opportunities for young people to thrive - at home and beyond borders,' it added.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Health
- The Sun
Muslims in Selangor pray for Sultan of Brunei's recovery
SHAH ALAM: Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah ordered mosques in the state to recite a special prayer after Friday prayers today for the Sultan of Brunei, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah's recovery. This was announced through a post on the Facebook page of the Selangor Royal Office. The Brunei Sultan, who was previously reported to be resting at the National Heart Institute (IJN) in the capital due to fatigue, is in good health. Sultan Hassanal was attending the 46th ASEAN Summit and Related Meetings when he was warded at IJN.
The Sun
7 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Selangor Sultan presents letters of appointment to 32 people
SHAH ALAM: The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, today presented letters of appointment to 32 individuals including Orang Besar Daerah Gombak, Datuk Cheremi Tarman, at Istana Bukit Kayangan here. The Sultan handed over the appointment letter to Sofian Ahmad from the Selangor Syariah Prosecution Department as the Selangor Syariah chief prosecutor, while Nenney Shuhaidah Shamsuddin received her letter as a Selangor Syariah High Court judge. Norsalwa Abdullah, Nur Fattah Ahmed, Muhammad Jimmy Muhammad Azlin and Rohaizad Redzuan received their letters of appointment as Selangor Syariah Lower Court judges. At the ceremony, one individual received a letter of appointment as registrar of the Selangor Syariah High Court, eight as deputy registrars of the same court, and three received their letters of appointment as assistant registrars of the Selangor Syariah Lower Court. A total of 11 people received their letters of appointment as Wali Raja registrars under Subsection 28(2) of the Islamic Family Law (State of Selangor) Enactment 2003, including Selangor Mufti Datuk Anhar Opir, while two people received letters as senior registrars.
The Star
7 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Selangor Sultan presents letters of appointment to 32 individuals
SHAH ALAM: The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, on Thursday (May 29) presented letters of appointment to 32 individuals, including Orang Besar Daerah Gombak, Datuk Cheremi Tarman, at Istana Bukit Kayangan here. The Sultan handed over the appointment letter to Sofian Ahmad from the Selangor Syariah Prosecution Department as the Selangor Syariah chief prosecutor, while Nenney Shuhaidah Shamsuddin received her letter as a Selangor Syariah High Court judge. Norsalwa Abdullah, Nur Fattah Ahmed, Muhammad Jimmy Muhammad Azlin and Rohaizad Redzuan received their letters of appointment as Selangor Syariah Lower Court judges. At the ceremony, one individual received a letter of appointment as registrar of the Selangor Syariah High Court, eight as deputy registrars of the same court, and three received their letters of appointment as assistant registrars of the Selangor Syariah Lower Court. A total of 11 people received their letters of appointment as Wali Raja registrars under Subsection 28(2) of the Islamic Family Law (State of Selangor) Enactment 2003, including Selangor Mufti Datuk Anhar Opir, while two people received letters as senior registrars. – Bernama
The Star
28-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
MARKING A MILESTONE
Among the distinguished guests are former Bursa Malaysia chairman Tan Sri Abdul Wahid Omar (left), StanChart Plc International president Benjamin Hung (centre) and Khazanah Nasional managing director Datuk Amirul Feisal Wan Zahir. STANDARD Chartered (StanChart) Malaysia celebrated its 150th anniversary recently with its group board and management team, in a series of engagements that reflected its enduring legacy and future-forward vision over the course of a week. Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah (left) with StanChart Malaysia chief executive officer Mak Joon Nien at a re-creation of the bank's first branch in Penang. The highlight was the grand gala dinner in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, attended by nearly 600 distinguished guests that represented 60% of Malaysia's GDP. StanChart Plc group chief executive Bill Winters in his speech said that the bank started its journey in Malaysia with a mission to enable trade, drive economic growth, and empower individuals and businesses – values that still hold true today. Winters (left) with StanChart GBS global head and GBS Malaysia chief executive officer Matthew Norris during his visit to GBS at Wisma StanChart. 'Whether it is pioneering financial solutions, supporting businesses to expand their horizons or driving financial inclusion, our story has always been about progress with purpose,' Winters said. Commenting on the milestone, StanChart Malaysia chief executive officer Mak Joon Nien added, 'We're proud of Standard Chartered's 150-year legacy in Malaysia, and it's a great honour to be marking this momentous achievement with our esteemed guests and clients. (From left) Mak, Winters, Ramos, Chia and Vinals engage in a discussion before the gala dinner. 'Our story is deeply entwined with the nation's history, as we've stood by her throughout her struggles, triumphs and transformation into the thriving nation it is today. 'We're celebrating this long-standing partnership as well as the people and moments that have shaped our journey. (clockwise from left) Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah (left) with Mak at a recreation of the bank's first branch in Penang; Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah shakes (left) hands with Viñals as (from left) Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin, Winters and Tengku Zafrul look on; Standard Chartered's 150th anniversary in Malaysia Gala Dinner saw nearly 600 attendees joining in the celebration of the Bank's milestone. 'It's a milestone that's made even more meaningful as it coincides with Malaysia's Asean Chairmanship. 'We remain steadfast in our commitment to the nation as we look forward to the continuation of our partnership for the next 150 years and more.' Leading to the stunning recreation of Standard Chartered's Street Penang branch were exhibition pillars for attendees to journey through key highlights of the bank's 150-year history in Malaysia. During the commemorative week, the group board members and management team also visited the bank's Global Business Services (GBS) Centre in Malaysia, which highlighted the importance of GBS as a vital part of StanChart's global operations, given its strategic positioning in Asean. Part of the activities included a skills-based volunteering session that was led by StanChart Saadiq Malaysia chief executive officer and Futuremakers champion Bilal Parvaiz. (from left) Standard Chartered Malaysia international corporates head Patricia Wong; president, Standard Chartered international Benjamin Hung, Standard Chartered Malaysia's first CEO Ian Wilson and Winters at the gala dinner. The group board and management team also took the opportunity to share updates on the Bank's direction and strengthen bonds with local colleagues at a special townhall.
