Media Advisory
General : Yang Di-pertuan Agong Symbol Of National Sovereignty And Unity – Fahmi
By Mohd Fharkhan Abdul Ghapar KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) — The institution of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong not only symbolises national sovereignty but also serves as a reference point for strong national spirit and a symbol of harmonious living in Malaysia’s diverse population, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.
General : Saukass Launches ‘budi’ Sneakers In Conjunction With Felda Settlersâ Day
SERDANG, July 12 (Bernama) — SAUKASS International Sdn Bhd has launched the sneaker brand ‘Budi’, in conjunction with Felda Settlers’ Day which is taking place from today until Sunday (July 14) at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS).
Business : Only 18 Pct Companies In 13 Sectors, Ace Market Gets Esg Scores — Bursa Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) — Only 18 per cent of total companies in 13 economic sectors including those on the ACE Market were given environmental, social, and governance (ESG) scores by four rating providers, said Bursa Malaysia Bhd.
Business : Malaysia’s Largest Launderette Operator Plans Expansion Into Vietnam
By Kenny Teng Khoon Hock BANGKOK, July 12 (Bernama) — City Coin Laundry Sdn Bhd, the largest launderette operator in Malaysia, is eyeing opportunities to expand into the Vietnam market.
General : Muhammad Luth Syauqi Shed Tears Last Night – Victim’s Mother
GEORGE TOWN, 12 Julai (Bernama) — The mother of Muhammad Luth Syauqi Nur Sufyan, the second victim who died today after eating poisoned snacks, related that she noticed her son had shed tears last night.
Sport : Paris 2024: Luck Of The Draw Gives Zii Jia Easy Passage In Group Stage
KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) — National men’s singles professional shuttler Lee Zii Jia faces an easy mission to clear the group stage after receiving a favourable draw for the Paris Olympic badminton competition.
General : Home Ministry ready To Issue 10-year Validity Passports – Saifuddin
KOTA KINABALU, July 12 (Bernama) — The Home Ministry is ready to issue passports valid for 10 years.
General : Lrt3 Project: Traffic Diversions At Jln Ss7/26 From July 16-oct 7
KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) — There will be temporary traffic diversions from July 16 to Oct 7 from 10 pm to 5 am daily due to road closures to facilitate works related to the Light Rapid Transit 3 (LRT3) project at Jalan SS7/26, near the Paradigm Mall, in Kelana Jaya, Selangor.
Business : Midf Amanah Investment Bank Reiterates 4.2 Pct ipi Growth Forecast For 2024
KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) — MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd has reiterated its projection that Malaysia’s industrial production index (IPI) will grow stronger at 4.2 per cent this year compared to 0.7 per cent in 2023.
General : Cyberbullying: Pm Anwar Wants Stern Action Taken – Fahmi
PUTRAJAYA, July 12 (Bernama) — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim wants the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) to take stern action on cyberbullying cases, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.
World : European Commission Finds Elon Musk’s X Breaches Eu Digital Laws
BRUSSELS, July 12 (Bernama-dpa) — Elon Musk’s social media platform X is in breach of EU digital laws due to deceiving users and transparency failures, the European Commission announced on Friday in a preliminary finding, reported German news agency (dpa).
Business : Mrl Confirms Ecrl Partnership Plans With Cccc Remain Unchanged
KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) — Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd (MRL) and China Communications Construction Co Ltd (CCCC) will jointly share the costs for the East Coast Rail Link’s (ECRL) operations as well as exchange technical know-how and expertise as agreed upon previously.
World : Azerbaijan’s Sensum Coffee & Dine Shines At Global Culinary Challenge In Kuala Lumpur
KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) — Azerbaijan’s SENSUM Coffee & Dine restaurant team has made headlines by securing remarkable achievements at the prestigious Global Culinary Challenge held here from July 2-8.
Business : Gold Futures Close Higher
KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) — The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended the week higher in the wake of another tame inflation report from the United States (US) that suggests the US Federal Reserve (Fed) will cut interest rates sooner rather than later.
General : Online Safety Roadshow To Ensure Faster, Cheaper And Safer Internet Services — Fahmi
PUTRAJAYA, July 12 (Bernama) — The soon-to-be-launched online safety roadshow by the Ministry of Communications aims to provide faster, cheaper, and safer internet services, particularly for children and families, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.
Business : Astro Shares Fall After Rm734.88 Mln Tax Blow
KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) — Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd shares fell two sen to 29 sen at the close on Friday after the pay TV operator was slapped with an additional tax bill of RM734.88 million.
Business : Myeg Expands Ztrade Service to Enable Cross Border Digitised Trade Documentation
KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) — MY E.G. Services Bhd (MYEG), the developer of Zetrix and related Web 3 applications including ZTrade, today announced ZTrade’s coverage expansion to include digital verification of Certificates of Origin (COOs) issued by the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC).
World : 218 Japan’s Sdf Members, Defence Bureaucrats Disciplined Over Scandals
TOKYO, July 12 (Bernama-Kyodo) — Japan’s Defense Ministry said Friday it has disciplined 218 Self-Defence Forces (SDF) members and senior bureaucrats in connection with a spate of issues including the mishandling of classified information and eating and drinking in base cafeterias without paying, Kyodo news agency reported.
General : Bersatu’s Removal Of Six Mps Does Not Mandate Seat Vacancy, Not Considered Party Hopping – Fahmi
PUTRAJAYA, July 12 (Bernama) — The removal of six members of parliament by Bersatu did not require them to vacate their seats as it did not amount to party hopping, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said.
World : Singapore Police Investigate 528 For Scam, Illegal Moneylending
SINGAPORE, July 12 (Bernama-Xinhua) — Singaporean police are investigating 528 suspects for over 2,200 scam and unlicensed moneylending cases following an enforcement operation from July 1 to July 10, according to the latest statement from the police.