Malaysia Morning News For June 24, 2020

Malaysia’s trading capabilities to receive boost from infrastructure development cooperation with China: minister
Malaysia’s trading capabilities will receive a boost from infrastructure development cooperation with China, which will also create jobs and draw investment opportunities for the country, a senior Malaysian official said on Tuesday.
— Xinhua

Petronas to drop appeal, settle tax dispute with Sarawak out of court
The Sarawak government and Petronas will settle their dispute over a RM2bil state sales tax (SST) out of court, with the latter expected to withdraw its appeal at the Court of Appeal.
— The Star Online

Study: Malaysia leads mobile wallet usage in SE Asia
Malaysia leads other countries in South-east Asia in the usage of mobile/digital wallets at 40 per cent, ahead of the Philippines (36 per cent), Thailand (27 per cent) and Singapore (26 per cent), according to a Mastercard Impact Study 2020.
— Malay Mail

Bukit Aman to seek info on Malaysian duo arrested for drugs in Australia
Police will seek information related to the arrests of two Malaysian citizens by Australian authorities on suspicion of being the masterminds behind a syndicate that smuggled 360kg of methamphetamine, estimated to be worth AUS$180mil (RM530mil).
— The Star Online

Anwar rejects six-month transition as unworkable, but open to Dr Mahathir as minister mentor
PKR president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he would not accept Pakatan Harapan’s proposal for him to succeed Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad as prime minister after six months as the arrangement would come at a heavy cost to the country.
— Malay Mail

Once Popular Cafe’s Closure Symbolizes Struggles For Small Businesses In Malaysia
Baker David Wong knows the preferences of his regular customers — whether it’s an iced latte or marinated chicken with a local coconut rice dish known as Nasi Lemak.
— VOA

Malaysia’s debt level could hit 55%, Zafrul says
The country’s debt level could hit the statutory limit of 55 per cent of gross domestic product at the end of the year from 52 per cent currently following the implementation of measures to save lives, protect livelihoods and stimulate the economy, Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said on Tuesday.
— The Star Online

Malaysia eases restrictions on medical, education tourism
Malaysia will partially reopen its borders to allow medical tourists to enter the country, while permitting its citizens to leave the country for medical, education or other specific purposes.
— TTG Asia

GOF assists KPDNHEP in foiling attempt to smuggle subsidised controlled items in Serian
The General Operations Force (PGA) has foiled an attempt to smuggle 44 liquid petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders and 24 kilogrammes of sugar near the Sarawak-Kalimantan border in Serian on Sunday.
— The Borneo Post

SEDC in plans to get more SMEs into digital economy
Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) plans to collaborate with Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC) in attracting more local businesses, especially the small-medium enterprises (SMEs) to take part in the transformation of digital economy.
— The Borneo Post

Dr Mahathir backs ex-Bersatu member in Chini by-election
Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has thrown his weight behind independent candidate in the Chini by-election, Datuk Tengku Zainul Hisham Hussin.
— Malay Mail

Melaka CM says civil servants must be committed to fighting Covid-19
Civil servants in the state must remain committed to supporting the government’s aspirations and play their roles as agents of change in society in the effort to curb the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic, said Chief Minister.
— Malay Mail

MACC: Govt will appeal in court over RM194m 1MDB-linked funds from Umno, Wanita MCA, two others
The federal government will continue to pursue its court bid over RM194 million of funds allegedly linked to 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) from four entities including Umno, Wanita MCA and two companies, the Malaysian.
— Malay Mail

MTUC rejects Putrajaya’s proposal for firms to hire detained undocumented migrants as impractical
The Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC) criticised today the Home Minister’s proposal for local companies to employ undocumented migrants held in immigration detention centres.
— Malay Mail

Dr Wee: Govt eyes creating comprehensive sea, land transportation system to ease import-export activities
A more comprehensive sea and land transportation system will be developed to ensure the ease of import and export activities in the country, says Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.
— The Star Online

Malaysia still in discussions with Singapore, Brunei over border reopening – Health DG
Malaysia is still in early discussions with Singapore and Brunei on the possibility of reopening its borders with the two countries.
— The Borneo Post

RMCO: Sabah allows govt, private sector functions
The Sabah government today decided that all government and private sector organised functions can now be held during the recovery movement control order (RMCO) period, but only if they adhered to the stipulated standard.
— Malay Mail

Covid-19: NUTP urges govt to postpone opening up pre-schools in Malaysia
The National Union of the Teaching Profession (NUTP) has urged the government to postpone opening-up pre-schools and kindergartens scheduled for July 1. NUTP president Aminudin Awang said most pre-schools and kindergartens…
— Malay Mail

AGC to file appeal against High Court’s decision i RM194 mln forfeiture case soon
The Attorney-General’s Chambers will soon file an appeal against the Kuala Lumpur High Court’s decision to dismiss the government’s application to forfeit RM194 million seized by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) from Umno, Wanita MCA and two companies – Binsabi Sdn Bhd and Perano Sdn Bhd.
— The Borneo Post

Hannah gives statement to police in probe over tweet
Hannah Yeoh has given her full cooperation to the police in the investigation over a social media post relating to child marriage, according to her lawyer Gobind Singh Deo.
— The Star Online

Veteran journalist and PAS activist Subky Latif dies of illness
Veteran journalist, writer and PAS activist Subky Latif died at his home in Gombak here today after a battle with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS).
— Malay Mail

MACC to appeal against decision to reject forfeiture suits linked to 1MDB
The prosecution will file an appeal against the decision to reject forfeiture suits amounting to RM194mil linked to 1Malaysia Development Board (1MDB).
— The Star Online

Petronas gives undertaking to withdraw appeal, court heard
The Court of Appeal today was told today that Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas) has given the undertaking to withdraw its appeal against the Kuching High Court’s decision that Sarawak is entitled to collect sales tax on petroleum products.
— The Borneo Post

Petronas seeks to adjourn its appeal of RM2b sales tax suit to allow agreement with Sarawak
State oil firm Petronas Berhad sought a brief adjournment of its appeal today of the High Court decision against it over RM2 billion in unpaid sales tax in Sarawak, saying it was finalising an agreement with the state.
— Malay Mail

Deputy education minister: Not feasible to keep kindies, pre-schools closed as parents are back to work
The reopening of pre-schools and kindergartens will not be postponed as working parents have no other place to send their children, Deputy Education Minister Datuk Dr Mah Hang Soon said today.
— Malay Mail

Anwar rejects six-month transition as unworkable, but open to Dr Mahathir as minister mentor
KR president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he would not accept Pakatan Harapan’s proposal for him to succeed Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad as prime minister after six months as the arrangement would come at a heavy cost to the.
— Malay Mail

Status quo on TNB after electricity discounts
Analysts maintained their stock calls on Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) following the government’s programme called Bantuan Prihatin Elektrik (BPE).
— The Borneo Post

Illegal immigrants: NGOs urged to work with NTF — Aris
Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) have been urged to go down to the ground to see the negative implications of illegal immigrants on the country, especially in terms of sovereignty, and not just openly fighting for their rights on social media.
— The Borneo Post

Kelana Jaya LRT service disruption caused by faulty mechanical components
The Kelana Jaya Light Rail Transit (LRT) service was disrupted this morning after faulty mechanical components halted the train at the Pasar Seni platform, said LRT Kelana Jaya Line chief operating officer Ismail Abdullah.
— Malay Mail

Sabah Wildlife Dept: Death of 50-60 elephants in 10 years due to poisoning
Fifty to 60 elephants reported dead in the last 10 years in Sabah were due to poisoning, said Sabah Wildlife Department deputy director Dr Sen Nathan.
— Malay Mail

Empower DBP to act against those disrespectful of Malay language, board of control chairman suggests
The enculturation of Malay language as the official language among Malaysians will continue to face great challenges if enforcement efforts on the use of the national language are not carried out.
— Malay Mail

Umno Youth wants govt to set up Royal Commission of Inquiry on Tabung Haji
Umno Youth has called on the government to set up a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) on Tabung Haji to investigate all allegations of misappropriation in the institution.
— Malay Mail

Freeze on recruitment of foreign workers until year-end, says HR minister
There will be no new intake of foreign workers in all sectors until the year-end as locals will be given priority to fill up vacancies, said Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri M. Saravanan.
— Malay Mail

HR minister: 40,000 jobs available through HRDF Penjana initiative
As many as 40,000 jobs will be created for locals who are jobless following the Covid-19 pandemic through the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF) National Economic Recovery Plan (Penjana) launched today.
— Malay Mail

Woman govt pensioner in Sarawak scammed of over half million by Macau syndicate
A 60-year-old woman was scammed into parting over a half million ringgit by a Macau syndicate claiming to be from the police based in Kuantan, Pahang, Sarawak Commercial Crimes Investigation Department (SCCID) head…
— Malay Mail

Johor flood victims drop to 836, five relief centres closed
The number of flood victims in Johor has dropped to 836 people involving 206 families as at 4 pm compared to 941 individuals from 227 families this morning.
— Malay Mail

Terengganu Foundation offers 15pc discount on outstanding study loan repayments
The Terengganu Foundation offers a 15 per cent discount for the settlement of outstanding study loan debts to ease the burden of borrowers whose income was affected due to Covid-19 pandemic.
— Malay Mail

Hannah Yeoh, lawyers laud police professionalism in investigation against her, pledge to continue cooperating
Segambut MP Hannah Yeoh and her lawyers today praised police professionalism, after her two-hour questioning today, here at the federal police headquarters in Bukit Aman.
— Malay Mail

Miri remains Covid-19 green zone as latest case detected in KLIA, says Lee
A new Covid-19 patient has been hospitalised here but it does not affect Miri’s status as a ‘green zone’ since the case was detected at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), said Miri Division Disaster Management Committee head Datuk Lee Kim Shin.
— The Borneo Post

Ismail Sabri advises public to adhere to strict SOPs as govt green lights cinema operations, live events
The government’s announcement yesterday to allow cinemas to resume operations from July 1 must surely have been sweet music to film buffs in the country.
— Malay Mail

Lawyers: Pakatan’s plan for six-months power transition contract won’t be legally binding
Several lawyers today weighed in on Pakatan Harapan (PH) leaders’ proposal to ink a six-month power transition agreement with Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, with all three agreeing that such a move is not valid under the Federal.
— Malay Mail

Para Sukma bowlers back at Megalanes S’wak
Sarawak Para Sukma and SOPMA bowlers will have some catching up to do after being limited to home training since March due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
— The Borneo Post

‘Peninsula teachers undergoing quarantine will not affect school operations’
School operations beginning tomorrow will not be affected by teachers absent from having to undergo the mandatory 14-day quarantine upon returning to the state from the peninsula, said Sarawak Bumiputera Teachers Union (KGBS) president Ahmad Malie.
— The Borneo Post

RMCO: Stage set for Penang theatres, live events to reopen, says state exco
The stage is ready for theatres and indoor live event operators in Penang as they wait for further instructions from the Federal and state government for reopening.
— Malay Mail

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