PM Anwar congratulates Trump on US election win, eyes stronger Malaysia-US ties Posted on November 6, 2024 By serv KUALA LUMPUR, Nov — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim congratulated Donald Trump on his remarkable political comeback and victory in the United States (US) presidential election. In his post on Facebook and X, Anwar said this new chapter brings renewed opportunities, and Malaysia is ready to move forward with optimism, collaboration and shared purpose. “We look forward to working closely with the incoming president to foster mutual benefits for the people of both our nations,” he said. Anwar noted that the US remains Malaysia’s largest source of foreign investment and a vital player in the Asia Pacific region. As ASEAN Chair in 2025, the prime minister said Malaysia hopes that the US will reinvigorate its engagement with Southeast Asia. “We also urge the US to use its considerable influence to help end the devastating violence and loss of life in Palestine and Ukraine,” he added. The Republican candidate Trump, 78, has claimed victory in the 2024 US presidential election over Democrat Kamala Harris. — Bernama News
Catering supply company becomes first in Malaysia to face asset seizure for RM19,765 in over unpaid Socso contributions Posted on December 31, 2024 SHAH ALAM, Dec 30 — A catering supply company became the first employer in Malaysia to have its assets seized today after failing to settle its Social Security Organisation (Perkeso) contributions totalling RM19,765.20. Selangor Perkeso director Ismail Abi Hashim said the action was taken after a Melevi warrant was issued… Read More
In London, PM Anwar unveils Malaysia Auditorium at LSE, delivers lecture on global strategy Posted on January 18, 2025 LONDON, Jan 17 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today delivered a lecture at the London School of Economics (LSE). The finance minister, who is in the United Kingdom for a five-day working visit, spoke on “The Adaptive Edge: Malaysia’s Global Strategy in an Uncertain Era”. As part of… Read More
Commonwealth Student Governance Summit at Limkokwing University champions TVET overhaul to make it more appealing Posted on November 20, 2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 17, 2024 — The Commonwealth Student Governance Summit (CSGS) 2024 witnessed youth leaders and educators urging for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) — often perceived as less prestigious than traditional academic pathways—to be made more appealing to students and parents. The Commonwealth Student Governance Summit… Read More