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Daily Express
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
Seven events to mark Sabah TYT's 74th official birthday celebration
Published on: Monday, May 26, 2025 Published on: Mon, May 26, 2025 Text Size: Dr Joachim (centre) poses with members of the main committee of the 74th Official Birthday Celebration of the Sabah Head of State. KOTA KINABALU: Sabah will celebrate the 74th Official Birthday of the Yang di-Pertua Negeri with a grand celebration on June 1, highlighted by a ceremonial parade at Padang Merdeka involving over 80 contingents from various sectors. Deputy Chief Minister II Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam said seven key events have been planned, including a state banquet, special media briefing, religious prayers, and community programmes to reflect unity and honour TYT's leadership. Preparations began in February, with a full rehearsal scheduled ahead of the celebration. Local authorities will also display birthday billboards statewide. Joachim urged the public to attend and continue praying for TYT's wellbeing. * Read full report in tomorrow's print paper or log in or sign up for e-paper and premium online news access. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Review KMKK allowances, tighten appointment criteria for more effective governance, says Ngemah rep
Anyi says that KMKKs are no longer merely village administrators but have become frontline figures in local governance. KUCHING (May 22): The Sarawak government must strengthen the institution of community leaders and village heads (KMKKs) by reviewing their allowances and tightening appointment criteria to reflect their expanding duties, said Ngemah assemblyman Anyi Jana. Speaking during the Motion of Appreciation on the Yang di-Pertua Negeri's speech at the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting today, he highlighted that KMKKs are no longer merely village administrators but have become frontline figures in local governance. 'The duties of KMKKs today are no longer limited to their own villages or longhouses. They are now burdened with complex administrative responsibilities that require commitment, time, and often personal sacrifice,' he said. As such, he proposed increasing the monthly allowance for Ketua Kaum from RM900 to at least RM1,200, and Penghulu from RM1,200 to RM1,500. 'The current allowances are no longer realistic, especially in view of the economic situation and the scope of their work. A revision is long overdue,' he added. Anyi also urged the state government to re-evaluate the workload placed on Penghulu, some of whom he said are managing over 60 villages or longhouses within their jurisdiction. 'No single person can effectively oversee such a wide area. We should consider limiting the number to 20 or 30 villages at most to ensure more effective governance,' he said. He further highlighted issues with the appointment of Tuai Rumah, noting that in Ngemah alone, there are at least five individuals managing more than 20 'pintu' (household units) without official appointment certificates. 'One Tuai Rumah has served for over 10 years and fulfilled all the criteria, yet still has no certificate. This is not right—those who meet the requirements must be officially recognised.' Furthermore, Anyi also called for greater flexibility in the inheritance of shotguns, which he described as ancestral heirlooms deeply rooted in Dayak tradition. 'Under current rules, shotguns can only be passed down from parent to child, provided the heir passes security and health screenings. But what happens if the head of the family has no children?' he questioned. He proposed that the law be amended to allow inheritance by siblings, both male and female, if no direct descendants are available. 'This would prevent disputes over ownership of these heirlooms and reflect the realities faced by Dayak families,' he said, adding that the state government should also consider reinstating the carry and use permit to further legitimise and regulate shotgun use among rightful inheritors. anyi jana community leaders DUN KMKK village heads
Borneo Post
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Prioritise dedicated Form 6 centre in Daro for rural students, rep urges MOE
Safiee says a purpose-built pre-university facility is urgently needed to serve rural students more effectively. – Roystein Emmor KUCHING (May 21): The construction of a dedicated Form 6 centre or college in Daro should be prioritised by the Education Ministry of Education (MOE), said Safiee Ahmad (GPS-Daro). Speaking during the Motion of Appreciation on the Yang di-Pertua Negeri's speech at the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) today, he said a purpose-built pre-university facility is urgently needed to serve rural students more effectively. Safiee said the existing Form 6 centre in Daro is currently housed at SMK Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Hajah Normah, where it shares facilities with regular secondary school students. 'It also accommodates students from neighbouring schools such as SMK Matu, SMK Semop and SMK Belawai. 'The current setup limits student intake due to space and infrastructure constraints. 'We need a proper, dedicated facility with science and technology stream amenities, as well as hostel accommodation, to provide a conducive learning environment for Form 6 students,' he said. He added that the proposed centre would not only benefit local students but also improve access to quality education in rural areas and enhance their chances of continuing to university. At the same time, Safiee took aim at individuals who had recently criticised Sarawak and Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, describing such remarks as rooted in ignorance or envy. 'Lately, we've heard many negative comments and distorted perceptions about Sarawak, especially from across the sea. 'Whether they deliberately ignore or simply do not understand the history of Malaysia's formation ― particularly the contents of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) and the IGC Report ― or whether they are just blinded by envy over Sarawak's rapid progress, the result is the same: they fail to see how Sarawak's success contributes to Malaysia's prosperity as a whole,' he said. He noted that international recognition received by the Premier for his sustainable energy and green economy initiatives had brought prestige not just to Sarawak, but to the entire nation. 'Sarawak's success should not be met with envy and malice ― it should be emulated by those who truly want to see Malaysia thrive,' he added. Safiee also criticised certain opposition politicians, accusing them of seeking publicity by fixating on trivial issues while pretending to be experts on Sarawakian identity. 'Some seem obsessed with pointing out faults just to gain popularity ― even acting like specialists on the hornbill species,' he said, referring to recent controversy surrounding Affin Bank's use of the hornbill, a symbol of Sarawak, in its card design. Daro DUN Form 6 Safiee Ahmad
The Star
21-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Penang's tuna landing industry surged sharply last year, says exco man
Fahmi with tuna catch at the Butterworth deep-water wharf last month. – Courtesy pic via BERNAMA GEORGE TOWN: The tuna landing industry in Penang has experienced a significant upward trend and the state is poised to become a major hub for landing and processing tuna, says a state executive council member. Agrotechnology, food security and cooperative development committee chairman Fahmi Zainol said Penang recorded a total tuna landing of 431 tonnes last year with an estimated value of RM7.76mil. ALSO READ: Tuna-landing hub offers sea of opportunities in Penang This was a significant increase from 177 tonnes worth RM3.19mil the previous year, he said when debating the motion of thanks for the Yang di-Pertua Negeri's speech at the state assembly here on Wednesday (May 21). He added that the state government would continue to strengthen facilities, infrastructure amd logistics, and provide comprehensive support services to boost the industry's growth as part of a long-term strategy. "The state has considered several sites to establish a new tuna landing port. However, there are constraints related to land ownership and the suitability of water levels for tuna vessels to dock,' he added. Fahmi said the effort is expected to have a positive impact on the state's socio-economic growth through new job opportunities and downstream industries, such as high-tech tuna processing centres capable of producing premium quality seafood products for the global market. ALSO READ: Tiger prawns released in Penang waters to restore biodiversity He also noted that the uniqueness of the exclusive tuna landing operation on Penang presents potential as a new tourism attraction, capable of drawing visitors both domestic and international. Penang has been the main entry point for tuna into Malaysia since the early 1990s, with many foreign vessels, including those from Taiwan, choosing the state to land, process and re-export tuna to markets in Taiwan and Japan. Meanwhile, Fahmi said the fisheries sector's achievements continue to show positive growth, as shown by the increase in total marine product landings for last year reaching 39,231 tonnes, up from 38,226 tonnes in 2023. "The state government is also strongly committed to expanding the aquaculture industry in Penang. A new aquaculture breeding area will be established in Sungai Semilang, Juru. "I believe the opening of this new breeding area will boost production and create more job opportunities for locals in the aquaculture entrepreneurship sector,' he added. – Bernama
