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The Sun
9 hours ago
- Politics
- The Sun
King grants royal assent to 20 key acts including media council law
KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia, has granted royal assent to 20 Acts, including the BERNAMA (Amendment) Act 2025, Parliamentary Services Act 2025, and Malaysian Media Council Act 2025. Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul confirmed the approvals during today's parliamentary sitting. Other significant Acts receiving royal assent include the Constitution (Amendment) Act 2025, Sabah and Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Amendment) Acts, and the Online Safety Act 2025. The King also approved amendments to anti-money laundering laws, the Employees Provident Fund, and the Tunku Abdul Rahman Foundation Fund. Johari announced that the current parliamentary session will run for 24 days, with extended debates expected to facilitate thorough discussions on the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). 'Key matters include Bills, motions on the 13MP, the Auditor-General's Report, and SUHAKAM's financial statements,' he said. The Speaker expressed gratitude to MPs for supporting the Parliamentary Services Act, which restores parliamentary autonomy and strengthens democratic governance. He also reminded MPs to complete mandatory health screenings by November 7, emphasizing early detection of health issues. The session, running until August 28, will see Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim table the 13MP on July 31. - Bernama
Malay Mail
9 hours ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
King gives royal assent to 20 laws including Media Council, Online Safety and EPF amendment Acts
KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 — The BERNAMA (Amendment) Act 2025, Parliamentary Services Act 2025, and Malaysian Media Council Act 2025 are among 20 Acts that have received royal assent from His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia. Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul said other Acts include the Constitution (Amendment) Act 2025, Sabah Labour Ordinance (Amendment) Act 2025, Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Amendment) Act 2025, Labuan Companies (Amendment) Act 2025, and Labuan Trusts (Amendment) Act 2025. Also granted royal assent were the Labuan Limited Partnerships and Limited Liability Partnerships (Amendment) Act 2025, Legal Profession (Amendment) Act 2025, Online Safety Act 2025, and Commercial Vehicles Licensing Board (Amendment) Act 2025. 'The Agong has also assented to the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities (Amendment) Act 2025, Tunku Abdul Rahman Foundation Fund (Amendment) Act 2025, Supplementary Supply (2024) Act 2025, and Constitution (Amendment 2) Act 2025. 'Also approved were the Fire Services (Amendment) Act 2025, Government Services Efficiency Commitment Act 2025, and Employees Provident Fund (Amendment) Act 2025,' he said during the Dewan Rakyat sitting today. Separately, in his proclamation at the start of the Second Meeting today, Johari announced that the sitting will run for 24 days, with a key focus on the tabling of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). As such, he said this parliamentary sitting is expected to extend into the night to allow Members of Parliament ample time to debate and discuss the core elements of the 13MP. 'Key matters to be debated and considered during this session include Bills, motions related to the 13MP, the Auditor-General's Report 2/2025, and the Annual Report and Financial Statements of the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (SUHAKAM),' he said. He also thanked all MPs who supported the enactment of the Parliamentary Services Act following its royal assent. He said the Act has restored the autonomy of the Malaysian Parliament, strengthened the country's democracy and reinforced the principle of separation of powers. Johari also reminded all MPs that they are required to undergo health screenings by Nov 7, as implemented in the previous sitting. He said the screenings are crucial in helping them detect early health issues and take prompt preventive measures. The Second Meeting of the Fourth Session of the 15th Parliament begins today and runs until Aug 28, with the tabling of the 13MP by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim scheduled for July 31. — Bernama
The Star
10 hours ago
- Business
- The Star
King grants royal assent to 20 Acts, including Media Council and Parliamentary Services law
KUALA LUMPUR: The Bernama (Amendment) Act 2025, Parliamentary Services Act 2025, and Malaysian Media Council Act 2025 are among 20 Acts that have received royal assent from His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia. Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul said other Acts include the Constitution (Amendment) Act 2025, Sabah Labour Ordinance (Amendment) Act 2025, Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Amendment) Act 2025, Labuan Companies (Amendment) Act 2025, and Labuan Trusts (Amendment) Act 2025. Also granted royal assent were the Labuan Limited Partnerships and Limited Liability Partnerships (Amendment) Act 2025, Legal Profession (Amendment) Act 2025, Online Safety Act 2025, and Commercial Vehicles Licensing Board (Amendment) Act 2025. "The Agong has also assented to the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities (Amendment) Act 2025, Tunku Abdul Rahman Foundation Fund (Amendment) Act 2025, Supplementary Supply (2024) Act 2025, and Constitution (Amendment 2) Act 2025. "Also approved were the Fire Services (Amendment) Act 2025, Government Services Efficiency Commitment Act 2025, and Employees Provident Fund (Amendment) Act 2025," he said during the Dewan Rakyat sitting on Monday (July 21). Separately, in his proclamation at the start of the Second Meeting the same day, Johari announced that the sitting will run for 24 days, with a key focus on the tabling of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). As such, he said this parliamentary sitting is expected to extend into the night to allow Members of Parliament ample time to debate and discuss the core elements of the 13MP. "Key matters to be debated and considered during this session include Bills, motions related to the 13MP, the Auditor-General's Report 2/2025, and the Annual Report and Financial Statements of the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam)," he said. He also thanked all MPs who supported the enactment of the Parliamentary Services Act following its royal assent. He said the Act has restored the autonomy of the Malaysian Parliament, strengthened the country's democracy and reinforced the principle of separation of powers. Johari also reminded all MPs that they are required to undergo health screenings by Nov 7, as implemented in the previous sitting. He said the screenings are crucial in helping them detect early health issues and take prompt preventive measures. The Second Meeting of the Fourth Session of the 15th Parliament begins Monday and runs until Aug 28, with the tabling of the 13MP by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim scheduled for July 31. - Bernama
Barnama
10 hours ago
- Business
- Barnama
King Grants Royal Assent To 20 Acts, Including Media Council And Parliamentary Services Law
GENERAL KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- The BERNAMA (Amendment) Act 2025, Parliamentary Services Act 2025, and Malaysian Media Council Act 2025 are among 20 Acts that have received royal assent from His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia. Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul said other Acts include the Constitution (Amendment) Act 2025, Sabah Labour Ordinance (Amendment) Act 2025, Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Amendment) Act 2025, Labuan Companies (Amendment) Act 2025, and Labuan Trusts (Amendment) Act 2025. Also granted royal assent were the Labuan Limited Partnerships and Limited Liability Partnerships (Amendment) Act 2025, Legal Profession (Amendment) Act 2025, Online Safety Act 2025, and Commercial Vehicles Licensing Board (Amendment) Act 2025. 'The Agong has also assented to the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities (Amendment) Act 2025, Tunku Abdul Rahman Foundation Fund (Amendment) Act 2025, Supplementary Supply (2024) Act 2025, and Constitution (Amendment 2) Act 2025. 'Also approved were the Fire Services (Amendment) Act 2025, Government Services Efficiency Commitment Act 2025, and Employees Provident Fund (Amendment) Act 2025,' he said during the Dewan Rakyat sitting today. Separately, in his proclamation at the start of the Second Meeting today, Johari announced that the sitting will run for 24 days, with a key focus on the tabling of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). As such, he said this parliamentary sitting is expected to extend into the night to allow Members of Parliament ample time to debate and discuss the core elements of the 13MP. 'Key matters to be debated and considered during this session include Bills, motions related to the 13MP, the Auditor-General's Report 2/2025, and the Annual Report and Financial Statements of the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (SUHAKAM),' he said. He also thanked all MPs who supported the enactment of the Parliamentary Services Act following its royal assent.
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
From deference to duty, let's reclaim our civic conscience
After His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia took a quiet, breezy stroll through Bukit Tunku and made a simple public observation — that the place could be better kept — I received a text from a friend: "When is His Majesty coming to Brickfields?" He wasn't joking. He wanted Kuala Lumpur City Hall to swing into action with the same urgency it showed in Bukit Tunku. The moment the king spoke, the city's machinery roared to life. Roads were swept, bushes trimmed, and the air itself seemed to freshen. But here's the uncomfortable question: must we always wait for a royal walkabout or a ministerial convoy before the gears of local government start turning? This isn't new. Since Merdeka, village elders and heads of residents' associations have learnt a peculiar trick: if you want a road resurfaced, engineer a visit from a VIP. Once the convoy is confirmed, the local authorities or the Public Works Department will spring into action. By morning, the village or 'taman' proudly shows off its fresh coat of tar as if the asphalt itself was summoned by protocol. The message is painfully clear: without someone watching, little moves. But must civic responsibility be an act of deference instead of a daily habit? Must we outsource our conscience to kings, prime ministers or politically connected local chiefs? There's an old proverb worth remembering: "He who shirks his duty today will find it heavier tomorrow." And of course, Spiderman's Uncle Ben nailed it: "With great power comes great responsibility." Even Churchill knew the score: "The price of greatness is responsibility." Dr Rahim Said, a self-described behaviourist and astute observer of our civic landscape, offers a deeper lens. He points to the Islamic concept of fardhu kifayah — the communal obligation that demands society collectively take responsibility for what must be done, lest the entire community be held accountable for neglect. "It is a call to action," he says, "not just for public servants, but for ordinary citizens — to tend to their streets, their rivers, their neighbourhoods. Not in anticipation of a king's visit, but because it is only right." In other words, we don't need another royal stroll to remind us of what we already know. We need a work ethic rooted in quality and a moral compass guided by a shared sense of duty. The implications are profound. If we continue to outsource our conscience to rulers and politicians, we remain a nation of spectators — watching, waiting, hoping someone else will care enough to act. And speaking of outsourcing, an accountant in his 80s who once ran several public-listed companies offered a sobering insight: the rot runs deeper. Many local councils have outsourced their basic responsibilities to external contractors. These recipients of government largesse have grown fat, while the actual work is handed over to cheap foreign labour whose worldview of cleanliness may differ vastly from ours. It's a vicious cycle. Even if a well-meaning officer notices something amiss, they may stay silent. Why? Because their superior might be the "link" to the outsourcing company. A former cabinet minister once lamented that it's nearly impossible to get some of his poorest-educated constituents hired for menial jobs in local councils. "They're earnest," he said. "They're willing to do the dirty work. But I'm always told — there are no vacancies." So, many foreigners fly into KLIA, and the locals are left to hustle for something else, hopefully not crime. Perhaps it's time for a deeper reckoning. We need to cultivate a culture where it's no longer necessary for a king or prime minister to see what we should never tolerate. The Madani government certainly has to start tweaking where it matters most and perhaps kill several birds with one stone.
