POLITICS

MACC keeps options open on former officer’s remand, says Azam Baki KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has yet to decide whether it will seek an extension of the remand period for a former administrative and diplomatic officer currently under investigation, according to MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki. Azam said investigators are still assessing the progress of the probe and weighing whether additional detention time is genuinely required t

Unity comes first, says Akmal as he accepts Zahid, Ab Rauf decision KUALA LUMPUR : UMNO Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has said he will abide by and respect decisions made by the party’s top leadership, including UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Melaka UMNO liaison committee chairman Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh, stressing that party cohesion must take precedence over individual positions. Dr Muhamad Akmal said UMNO’s longevity as a political organisation

“Mohamad Khaled stressed that any individual involved in immoral conduct that tarnishes the image and dignity of the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) will face strict action, including punishment and dismissal from service.” KUALA LUMPUR:  The Ministry of Defence has stressed that women must not be treated as objects of sex or entertainment at the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) messes. Its Minister, Datuk Seri Mohamad Khaled Nordin, said that both the ministry and the ATM have proh

Dr Muhamad Akmal emphasised that a leader should never be afraid to speak out on what is right. KUALA LUMPUR:  The status of UMNO Youth Chief, Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh, within the party and the government is expected to be announced during the 2025 UMNO General Assembly (PAU), scheduled to take place next week. Dr Muhamad Akmal stated that his leadership within the party is not driven solely by position or rank, but is instead based on the trust and support of the grassro

Sultan Ibrahim has granted Royal Assent to the Anti-Bullying Act 2026 at Istana Bukit Tunku, Kuala Lumpur, today. KUALA LUMPUR:  The Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Ibrahim, has granted Royal Assent to the Anti-Bullying Act 2026 at Istana Bukit Tunku here today. According to a Facebook post by Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, the Act, which was drafted and passed by Parliament on Dec 3, aims to establish a specific mechanism to address bullying cases involving all victims as def

Legal fraternity presses AGC on rationale for setting aside Zahid prima facie case Kuala Lumpur - Lawyers from various quarters are calling on the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) to provide a clear explanation for its decision to classify the Yayasan Akalbudi case against Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi as “no further action” (NFA). The calls follow widespread concern within the legal fraternity, particularly in light of a High Court ruling which had ear

UMNO Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh hints at a possible resignation as party president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi urges the Youth wing to remain open to criticism. PUCHONG: UMNO president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stressed that differences of opinion and criticism within the party are part of the realities of political struggle, and should be approached with maturity and openness by all members. He said this when commenting on a move by UMNO Youth chief Datuk Dr Mu

Samsuri meets Muhyiddin After returning from the United Kingdom yesterday, Muhyiddin Yassin was warmly received by party leaders and supporters at the airport. Amid ongoing speculation over who might replace him as Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairman, the Bersatu president received a visit and a mandate from PAS earlier this morning. Bachok MP Syahir Sulaiman shared a photograph of Muhyiddin with PAS vice-president Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar, accompanied by a brief caption that sugge