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Malaysian Reserve
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Malaysian Reserve
Malaysia to champion sustainable development
MALAYSIA is well-positioned to champion a sustainable development model that balances economic growth, social justice and environmental preservation through the consolidation of best practices among ASEAN member states, said International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) Department of Political Science and Madani Studies lecturer Prof Dr Zainal Abidin Sanusi. He said the country is strategically placed to lead this new development approach in the region, given its consistent commitment to green policies, transition to renewable energy (RE) and circular economy initiatives. 'ASEAN comprises 10 countries, each with distinct strengths and expertise. As chair this year, Malaysia can act as a catalyst for a sustainable development model that is not dependent on the unsustainable frameworks of developed nations,' he told Bernama. According to Zainal Abidin, the climate crisis, for instance, is no longer a future concern but a current reality, requiring ASEAN member states to adopt bold policies and act collectively. He added that ASEAN must shift from an exploitative growth model to one that prioritises climate resilience, sustainable resource management and social justice. Zainal Abidin says Malaysia must use its ASEAN chairmanship to drive bold, collective action on sustainability (Source: Indigenous communities in the region have long practised environmentally balanced lifestyles, including sustainable land management and internationally recognised controlled burning techniques. The academic stressed that the ASEAN 2025 theme of 'Inclusivity and Sustainability' must be translated into concrete policy actions and not remain mere rhetoric. 'Without inclusivity, inequality will continue to widen and progress will not last without sustainability. Therefore, as ASEAN chair for the fifth time in 2025, Malaysia must lead the collective commitment to ensure today's development does not burden future generations,' he said. Zainal Abidin added that Malaysia can serve as a bridge between regional economic interests and urgent environmental conservation needs by promoting a development approach that integrates technological innovation, good governance and multi-stakeholder cooperation. 'Malaysia can set an example for ASEAN member states in making development and sustainability complementary strategies by strengthening the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles,' he said. He also proposed that Malaysia take a leading role in fostering regional noble values by advocating fair access to education, technology and economic opportunities, while enhancing the participation of women, youth and communities in ASEAN policy-making processes. Malaysia has shown a clear commitment to addressing climate change through the National Environmental Policy (NEP), Green Economy Framework (GEF), New Industrial Master Plan (NIMP 2030) and emphasis on RE and carbon emission reduction. Zainal Abidin said as host of the ASEAN Summit 2025, Malaysia holds a strategic opportunity to shape the region's sustainable development agenda, with its moderate and balanced diplomatic stance positioning it well as a bridge between ASEAN and external partners such as the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and China. The 46th ASEAN Summit commenced with the senior officials' meeting on May 23, followed by the ministerial-level meeting on May 25, while the heads of govern- ment meeting begins today. — Bernama This article first appeared in The Malaysian Reserve weekly print edition
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Perodua unveils EV with fastback design, slated for Q4 launch, confirms battery leasing and phased mass rollout
KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 — Perodua today unveiled the latest update in its EV journey. For Malaysia Autoshow 2025, the national automaker has brought forward the latest prototype which President and CEO, Zainal Abidin Ahmad said that very close to the production version. Perodua EV is on schedule for Q4 release He also revealed that Perodua EV is currently in the final stage of homologation and pilot production is expected to take place within September to October. The company is confident that the EV will be ready to be launched by the end of 2025. The specs for now are generally the same as per what Perodua has revealed before. This includes battery from CATL with 50kWh-ish of capacity, 400km range, and 0-100km/h timing of under 7 seconds. It has also been mentioned that the EV takes around 8 hours to be fully charged via AC charging. As for DC charging, 30 minutes are enough to get the battery to go from 30 per cent to 80 per cent. Zainal did add that the upcoming Perodua EV can hit a top speed of 165km/h while it will also feature ADAS L2 capability and is designed to meet the 5-star A-NCAP classification . He also said that the EV features a fastback design that is skewed towards the lower B-segment. Perodua EV battery leasing is a go Zainal Abidin has also confirmed that the Perodua EV will indeed be offered through a battery leasing service. This will allow the company to offer the new EV for under RM80,000. Customers can also purchase the car by cash or bank loan and then sign up for the battery leasing separately. They can also choose to purchase both the EV and the battery outright although details regarding the purchase and leasing arrangements are still under discussion. Zainal Abidin has also confirmed that the Perodua EV will indeed be offered through a battery leasing service. — SoyaCincau pic However, the company will not be implementing battery swapping service at this juncture. That being said, Zainal pointed out that customers can have the high-voltage battery within the Perodua EV changed in just 30 minutes at the service centre if there is any issue with it. Zainal also pointed out that customers who purchase the battery outright have to pay for a new replacement battery themselves once the 8-year warranty is over, if needed. On the other hand, customers who signed for the leasing service will get the battery replacement for free as long as they retain the subscription. Perodua EV will be a mass production model Another interesting bits of information that Zainal has also revealed at Malaysia Autoshow today that Perodua has decided to turn the EV into a mass production model instead of its initial plan to produce it as a small-scale release. That being said, the initial production will still be quite low at 500 units per month but the company is planning to ramp it up – as many as 2,000 units per month. — SoyaCincau
The Star
12-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Star
Perodua gives assurance of high safety standards in development of first EV
SERDANG: Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (Perodua) has emphasised that high safety standards are the top priority in the development of its first electric vehicle (EV). Its president and chief executive officer Datuk Seri Zainal Abidin Ahmad (pic) said Perodua is committed to ensuring that the EV, which is expected to be introduced by the end of this year, complies with strict safety standards. He added that the "safety first" concept is being applied comprehensively at every level of product development, covering vehicle safety, factory operations and worker safety. ALSO READ: Perodua to produce EV by October "InsyaAllah, we hope our car that will be released later will meet certain safety standards that we have selected and defined,' he told reporters after attending the launch of the Voluntary Next Generation Vehicle (NxGV) Labelling Scheme here on Monday (May 12). He was commenting on a recent incident involving an international EV brand that reportedly came to a sudden stop on the highway. Previously, local media reported that a family experienced a frightening moment when the electric vehicle they were in suddenly braked while in the fast lane of the Cheras-Kajang Highway on May 1. On May 8, Zainal Abidin said Perodua aims to finalise production of its first EV by October, with plans to market it by the end of the year. He said in the initial phase, the vehicle will have over 30% local content and will be assembled at its new plant in Rawang, Selangor, with a price tag under RM80,000. – Bernama
Daily Express
12-05-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Express
Perodua assures high safety standards in development of first EV
Published on: Monday, May 12, 2025 Published on: Mon, May 12, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Perodua aims to finalise production of its first EV by October, with plans to market it by the end of the year. - Bernama pic SERDANG: Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (Perodua) has emphasised that high safety standards are its top priority in the development of its first electric vehicle (EV). Its President and Chief Executive Officer Datuk Seri Zainal Abidin Ahmad said Perodua is committed to ensuring that the EV, which is expected to be introduced by the end of this year, complies with strict safety standards to prevent any untoward incidents. He added that the 'safety first' concept is being applied comprehensively at every level of Perodua's product development, covering vehicle safety, factory operations, and worker safety. 'Insya-ALLAH, we hope our car that will be released later will meet certain safety standards that we have selected and defined,' he told reporters after attending the launch of the Voluntary Next Generation Vehicle (NxGV) Labelling Scheme here today. He was commenting on a recent incident involving an international EV brand that reportedly came to a sudden stop on the highway. Previously, local media reported that a family experienced a frightening moment when the electric vehicle they were in suddenly braked while being driven in the fast lane of the Cheras-Kajang Highway on May 1. On May 8, Zainal Abidin said Perodua aims to finalise production of its first EV by October, with plans to market it by the end of the year. He said in the initial phase, the vehicle will have over 30 per cent local content and will be assembled at its new plant in Rawang, Selangor, with a price tag under RM80,000.
New Straits Times
12-05-2025
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
Perodua assures high safety standards in development of first EV
SERDANG: Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (Perodua) has emphasised that high safety standards are its top priority in the development of its first electric vehicle (EV). Its president and chief executive officer Datuk Seri Zainal Abidin Ahmad said Perodua is committed to ensuring that the EV, which is expected to be introduced by the end of this year, complies with strict safety standards to prevent any untoward incidents. He added that the "safety first" concept is being applied comprehensively at every level of Perodua's product development, covering vehicle safety, factory operations, and worker safety. "Insya-ALLAH, we hope our car that will be released later will meet certain safety standards that we have selected and defined," he told reporters after attending the launch of the Voluntary Next Generation Vehicle (NxGV) Labelling Scheme here today. He was commenting on a recent incident involving an international EV brand that reportedly came to a sudden stop on the highway. Previously, local media reported that a family experienced a frightening moment when the electric vehicle they were in suddenly braked while being driven in the fast lane of the Cheras-Kajang Highway on May 1. On May 8, Zainal Abidin said Perodua aims to finalise production of its first EV by October, with plans to market it by the end of the year. He said in the initial phase, the vehicle will have over 30 per cent local content and will be assembled at its new plant in Rawang, Selangor, with a price tag under RM80,000.
