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
Property tax hikes must be gradual and fair, Housing Minister Nga stresses Posted on November 25, 2024 IPOH, Nov 24 — Property tax reassessment must prioritise the public’s welfare, ensuring that tax rates are not increased drastically, as such hikes could burden citizens. Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming emphasised that the government proposes a gradual increase in property taxes, taking current inflation rates into… Read More
Dewan Rakyat narrowly passes controversial Communications and Multimedia Act amendments after Opposition bloc vote Posted on December 10, 2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Government lawmakers got away with a narrow majority to give the Communication and Multimedia Act (amendment) Bill passage after being surprised by the Opposition’s request for a bloc vote. The Bill was approved for the Committee Stage reading with just a 19-vote majority, defeating the… Read More
Selangor explores Japanese tunnel model for flood mitigation Posted on November 9, 2024 KUALA SELANGOR, Nov 8 — Selangor is mulling flood mitigation proposals involving underground tunnels based on similar models in Japan, said State Infrastructure and Agriculture Committee chairman Izham Hashim. He said the estimated RM6 billion project proposal had been submitted to Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Transition and… Read More