Day: June 5, 2026

Deputy IGP Calls for Stronger Integrity to Uphold Excellence in Police Force

KUANTAN, June 5 -- Strengthening integrity remains a fundamental pillar that must be reinforced among all personnel of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) to ensure excellence in service delivery, while effective supervision by senior officers must be aligned with established directives and actions. This was emphasised by Deputy Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay during a gathering and address with PDRM personnel from the Pahang contingent at Dewan Tun Razak here on Friday. Upon arrival, Tan Sri Ayob Khan was welcomed by Pahang Police Chief Dato’ Sri Yahaya Othman before attending a courtesy visit session and signing the visitors’ book. In his address, Tan Sri Ayob Khan urged all members of the police force to carry out their responsibilities with sincerity, integrity and a strong sense of accountability, while remaining steadfast in upholding religious values and high moral principles. He also reminded personnel to steer clear of all forms of corruption, misconduct and abuse of power in order to preserve public trust in the nation's police force. During the event, Tan Sri Ayob Khan also met with personnel from the Pahang Special Branch, where he shared his views and underscored the importance of enhancing the force’s security preparedness in facing evolving security challenges. Also present were heads of departments, district police chiefs and formation commanders from the Pahang contingent.

KUANTAN, June 5 — Strengthening integrity remains a fundamental pillar that must be reinforced among all personnel of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) to ensure excellence in service delivery, while effective supervision by senior officers must be aligned with established directives and actions. This was emphasised by Deputy Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Ayob […]

PM Anwar: Tuanku Muhriz Still Recognised as Negeri Sembilan Ruler

KUALA LUMPUR, JUN 5 -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s full support for Negeri Sembilan Ruler Tuanku Muhriz ibni Almarhum Tuanku Munawir and the state administration led by Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun, warning that any attempt to pressure or intimidate the monarchy could threaten national security and public order. Speaking to reporters after Friday prayers at Masjid Meranti here, Anwar stressed that constitutional disputes involving royal institutions must be addressed through lawful and established channels. “Threatening or forcing any ruler to act would have a very negative impact on the country and its security,” he said. The Prime Minister emphasised that rulers are bound by constitutional provisions, legal frameworks and longstanding customs, adding that actions perceived as undermining the institution of the monarchy should be avoided. While acknowledging the right of individuals to pursue legal and constitutional remedies, Anwar said any challenge must be supported by sound legal arguments and resolved through due process. “I have conveyed my views directly to Tuanku Muhriz. All parties should respect the constitutional mechanisms available in addressing this matter,” he said. Referring to recent developments surrounding the ongoing royal dispute in Negeri Sembilan, Anwar said an event held at a hotel had not affected the standing or dignity of Tuanku Muhriz. Nevertheless, he noted that governments have a responsibility to provide appropriate advice on matters involving royal institutions. “The monarchy is not merely symbolic. It carries dignity, traditions and established procedures that must be upheld. “As a government, we remain committed to defending the dignity of the monarchy and the sovereignty of the institution,” he said. Anwar reiterated that the Federal Government continues to recognise Tuanku Muhriz as the legitimate Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan and urged those with differing views to pursue their concerns through constitutional channels without creating public anxiety or disrupting state administration. The Prime Minister also expressed strong support for Aminuddin’s proposal to dissolve the Negeri Sembilan Legislative Assembly and seek a fresh mandate through state elections. According to Anwar, the proposal had received the consent of Tuanku Muhriz and offered the best path forward in resolving the uncertainty surrounding the ongoing dispute. “Because of the confusion and uncertainty surrounding the matter, I fully support the Menteri Besar’s position that the best course of action is to hold an election, and Tuanku Muhriz has consented to it,” he said. Anwar concluded by reaffirming Putrajaya’s backing for both Tuanku Muhriz and the Negeri Sembilan government. “We are still with Tuanku Muhriz and the state government. If there are other views, they should be pursued through the proper channels. We will not obstruct that process, but there are clear reasons why the current approach should continue,” he added. --PRESSKL

KUALA LUMPUR, JUN 5 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s full support for Negeri Sembilan Ruler Tuanku Muhriz ibni Almarhum Tuanku Munawir and the state administration led by Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun, warning that any attempt to pressure or intimidate the monarchy could threaten national security and […]

Crude oil, condensate production drops 5.5 percent to 43 million barrels – DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR,JUNE 5 -- Crude oil and condensate production recorded a year-on-year decrease of 5.5 percent to 43 million barrels in the first quarter of 2026 (Q1 2026) compared to 45.5 million barrels for the same period last year. Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Mohd Uzir Mahidin said the decline was due to a reduction in crude oil production, which contracted by 9.4 percent to 28.1 million barrels from 31.5 million barrels previously. "However, condensate production showed growth of 3.0 percent to 14.9 million barrels compared to 14.4 million barrels in the first quarter of 2025," he said in a statement today. The Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) today released Petroleum and Natural Gas Mining Statistics for the First Quarter of 2026. In terms of composition, crude oil accounted for 65.4 percent of total condensate and crude oil production, while condensate accounted for 34.6 percent. Meanwhile, natural gas recorded production of 765.8 billion cubic feet, a decrease of 2.1 percent compared to a decrease of 1.0 percent in the previous quarter. However, monthly performance for the first quarter of 2026 showed a higher rate of change in March compared to the previous two months. Regarding foreign trade performance, Mohd Uzir said the export value of crude petroleum and condensate declined to RM5.2 billion in the first quarter of 2026, down from RM6.1 billion in the previous quarter. This decline is in line with refined petroleum production exports, which recorded a marginal decrease to RM22.9 billion compared to RM23.9 billion in the previous quarter. At the same time, liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports also recorded a decrease to RM12.9 billion this quarter compared to RM13.6 billion in the previous quarter. Regarding imports of crude petroleum and condensate, Mohd Uzir said it recorded a decrease to RM7.3 billion in the first quarter of 2026 compared to RM11.5 billion in the previous quarter. Imports of refined petroleum products also recorded a decline to RM22.3 billion compared to RM22.8 billion in the fourth quarter of 2025. "Meanwhile, LNG imports also decreased to RM1.3 billion compared to RM1.6 billion recorded in the previous quarter," added Mohd Uzir. -- BERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR,JUNE 5 — Crude oil and condensate production recorded a year-on-year decrease of 5.5 percent to 43 million barrels in the first quarter of 2026 (Q1 2026) compared to 45.5 million barrels for the same period last year. Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Mohd Uzir Mahidin said the decline was due to a reduction in […]

DayOne Data Centers Announces Final Closing of its Series C Equity Financing at US$4.5 Billion

SINGAPORE, June 5 -- DayOne Data Centers Limited ("DayOne"), a Singapore-headquartered global digital infrastructure platform, today announced the final closing of its Series C equity financing with total gross proceeds of US$4.5 billion. The Series C round was led by existing investors Coatue and Hillhouse, now DayOne's two largest shareholders, with participation from notable new investors including the Indonesia Investment Authority (INA) and Achi Capital Partners. Since its inception in 2022, DayOne has secured more than 1.5 gigawatts (GW) of total bookings for capacity in Asia Pacific and Europe, making it one of the largest and fastest-growing international digital infrastructure platforms. The Series C equity financing is expected to enable DayOne to accelerate its expansion in key markets including Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Japan, Hong Kong SAR, Finland and Spain. DayOne may continue to consider additional equity and debt financing options in the private and public markets, subject to its funding needs, market conditions and other considerations. About DayOne Data Centers DayOne Data Centers Limited ("DayOne") is a Singapore-headquartered global digital infrastructure platform that develops and operates next-generation data centers, with a footprint across markets in Asia Pacific and Europe. Trusted by leading global hyperscalers and enterprises, DayOne designs, builds and operates high-capacity, AI-ready campuses with speed, scale and reliability. Powered by its proprietary integrated delivery model and proven track record of pioneering and scaling new markets, DayOne unlocks strategic capacity to meet accelerating critical infrastructure demands. Established in 2022, DayOne has data center campuses in operation or under development in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Japan, Hong Kong SAR, Finland and Spain. For more information, visit dayonedc.com. Important Notice This press release is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, any securities of DayOne or any other entities. This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws, including statements about DayOne's or certain of its investors' beliefs and expectations regarding DayOne's business, operations and prospects. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied. -- PRNewswire -- Source: DayOne Data Centers Limited

SINGAPORE, June 5 — DayOne Data Centers Limited (“DayOne”), a Singapore-headquartered global digital infrastructure platform, today announced the final closing of its Series C equity financing with total gross proceeds of US$4.5 billion. The Series C round was led by existing investors Coatue and Hillhouse, now DayOne’s two largest shareholders, with participation from notable new […]

Water tariffs in Penang cannot be delayed – Exco

GEORGE TOWN: The implementation of the new water tariff in Penang, which begins on July 1, cannot be delayed because the measure is important to ensure that various development projects and infrastructure upgrades can be implemented to guarantee the continuity of water supply in the future. State Transport, Infrastructure and Digital Committee chairman Zairil Khir Johari said the profits currently recorded by the Penang Water Supply Corporation (PBAPP) were not sufficient to fund various large-scale projects planned to meet the increasing demand for water. "Among the projects that are currently being implemented and will be implemented are the construction of the Mengkuang Water Treatment Plant (LRA), two new LRAs in Sungai Krian with a capacity of 80 million litres per day (MLD) and 114 MLD, raw water intake projects in Sungai Prai and Sungai Muda, and the replacement of old pipes. "Each water treatment plant costs hundreds of millions of ringgit, all these projects require large funds and cannot be delayed because it is important to guarantee water supply in the future," he said at a press conference at Komtar, today. He was commenting on calls from several parties for the state government to delay the implementation of the new water tariff and provide an open explanation of the utility company's financial position, administrative expenses and future development plans. Commenting further, Zairil said that among the factors that contributed to delays in the development of water supply infrastructure in the past was tariff rates that were too low, which limited PBAPP's ability to invest in new facilities. "If the tariff is too low, the income generated will not be enough to make investments in infrastructure, which is why we need to increase PBAPP funds so that all planned projects can be implemented according to schedule," he said. At the same time, he stressed that PBAPP and the state government continue to take into account the interests of domestic consumers, especially those who use water at low rates, by ensuring that tariff increases for consumption of less than 35,000 litres of water per month remain at a controlled level. Yesterday, the state government announced that Penang will implement new water tariff rates for domestic and non-domestic consumers starting July 1 after its implementation was postponed for 12 months. The adjustment involves 82 percent of domestic consumers or households who use 35 cubic metres of water or less per month, with an increase of 8.5 sen or RM2.55 per month. -- BERNAMA

GEORGE TOWN: The implementation of the new water tariff in Penang, which begins on July 1, cannot be delayed because the measure is important to ensure that various development projects and infrastructure upgrades can be implemented to guarantee the continuity of water supply in the future. State Transport, Infrastructure and Digital Committee chairman Zairil Khir […]

CCTV+: 2026 Taklimakan Rally Concludes in Xinjiang After 17-Day Desert Challenge

BEIJING, June 5 -- The 2026 Taklimakan Rally concluded on June 1 in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, bringing to an end a grueling 17-day off-road challenge that traversed deserts, Gobi landscapes and vast stretches of rugged terrain across the region. In the overall standings, Lu Binglong and his co-driver Gao Zhenwei claimed the championship title. Fan Gaoxiang and Chen Qingkai finished second, while Lin Dewei and Wang Yang secured third place. Karimov Bogdan, Nikitin Dmitrii and Akhmetzianov Ilgiz won the truck category, while Zhakeer Yakefu emerged victorious in the motorcycle category. This year's edition covered a total distance of 7,500 kilometers, including 3,400 kilometers of special stages. The rally featured seven bivouacs in Urumqi, Turpan, Korla, Qiemo, Luopu, Maigaiti and Aksu. Nearly 300 competitors and 152 race vehicles, including nine trucks, took part in the event, setting all-time highs for both participants and vehicles in the rally's history. This year also marked a record level of participation from Chinese automakers, with five manufacturers fielding nearly 50 production-based vehicles in competition. The event also continued to expand its international reach, attracting 28 overseas drivers from eight countries, including Russia, Argentina and Spain. Among the international entrants was Russia's Kamaz Master Team, one of the most successful names in off-road motorsports. Founded in 1988, the team has won the Dakar Rally's truck category 19 times and remains a dominant force in international rally raid competition. The 2026 edition also marked a milestone for China's motorsports industry. For the first time, domestically produced 103-octane high-performance racing fuel was officially used. More than just an off-road race that pushes drivers to their limits, the Taklimakan Rally also serves as a vibrant intersection of diverse civilizations along the ancient Silk Road. Participants and spectators can immerse themselves in multicultural experiences, savor local delicacies, and admire stunning landscapes featuring snow-capped mountains, vast deserts, rivers, and canyons. Against the roar of engines, a captivating tourism scroll blending nature and culture unfolds. First held in 2005, the Taklimakan Rally has evolved into China's flagship long-distance off-road rally. Its inclusion in the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) calendar in 2024 marked a significant step toward greater international recognition, reflecting the event's growing influence on the global motorsports stage. -- PRNewswire -- Source: CCTV+

BEIJING, June 5 — The 2026 Taklimakan Rally concluded on June 1 in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, bringing to an end a grueling 17-day off-road challenge that traversed deserts, Gobi landscapes and vast stretches of rugged terrain across the region. In the overall standings, Lu Binglong and his co-driver Gao Zhenwei claimed the […]

Three dead after crane crushes container

NEW DELHI: At least three workers were killed after a crane fell on them during bad weather in the northern Indian state of Haryana, a local official said on Friday, Xinhua reported. The incident reportedly occurred in the Faridabad area, where a bridge is being built to connect the area with the newly built Noida International Airport in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh. The incident occurred on Thursday evening during heavy rain. A muddy and slippery construction site caused a large crane to suddenly collapse, crushing a container housing several construction workers. One worker was successfully rescued, while three others died at the scene. -- BERNAMA-XINHUA

NEW DELHI: At least three workers were killed after a crane fell on them during bad weather in the northern Indian state of Haryana, a local official said on Friday, Xinhua reported. The incident reportedly occurred in the Faridabad area, where a bridge is being built to connect the area with the newly built Noida […]

Environmental sustainability is the key to national food security – Mohamad Sabu

KUALA LUMPUR: Environmental sustainability needs to be given serious attention for the safety and security of the country's food sources for future generations, said Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu. Through a post on Facebook, he said the people need to play a collective role in facing the challenges of climate change that are currently occurring. “Climate change is no longer a future issue but a challenge we are facing today. "As Malaysians, we all have a role in preserving the environment through small actions that have a big impact, reducing waste, maintaining cleanliness, planting trees and using resources prudently," he said. He said this in conjunction with the celebration of World Environment Day with the theme "Global Action for Climate" today. Mohamad also called on the people to work together to foster environmental awareness and take action to ensure that the earth remains green, sustainable and prosperous. “One World. One Action. One Hope,” he said. -- BERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR: Environmental sustainability needs to be given serious attention for the safety and security of the country’s food sources for future generations, said Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu. Through a post on Facebook, he said the people need to play a collective role in facing the challenges of climate change […]

AI Agents Are Already Doing the Work–The Real Challenge is Redesigning It

SINGAPORE, June 5 -- Agentic AI adoption is already taking shape, with 15% of business leaders strongly agreeing that tasks within their organisations are supported by AI agents, particularly in functions such as data analysis and reporting (46%), compliance (30%), customer support and service (30%), IT and cybersecurity (29%), and marketing and sales enablement (28%). As adoption advances, organisations are grappling with how this shift is being managed. While AI agents are taking on more responsibility within workflows, the structures that define governance, accountability and workforce readiness are not always evolving at the same pace. One area where this disconnect is most visible is in formal job scopes. Only 27% of business leaders say job scopes accurately reflect the involvement of AI agents, while 42% report that AI agent responsibilities are under-represented and 25% say job scopes have not been updated at all. This misalignment indicates that while AI agents are influencing daily work, yet responsibility for supervision, decision‑making and outcomes is not always clearly defined. These structural gaps are reflected in the levels of confidence among leaders. More than a quarter of business leaders say they are not confident in their ability in supervising AI agents (24% are not very confident, 2% are not confident at all), and a further 24% report that accountability is unclear when AI agents are involved in decisions. These findings point to ongoing challenges in supervision and governance as AI agents are integrated into organisational decision‑making. These are some of the key findings from NTUC LearningHub's Industry Insights Report on Agentic AI and Organisational Transformation, which surveyed 200 business leaders to examine how agentic AI is reshaping job control, decision-making and accountability. All respondents have experience working with agentic AI in their roles, with 24% reporting it as a regular and integral part of their daily work and a further 33% engaging with it frequently. In terms of decision‑making involvement, 31% lead or directly influence decisions on AI agents, while 49% provide input and recommendations. Challenges around measurement and oversight add further complexity. Fairness and bias are cited by 39% of business leaders as the most difficult AI agent performance area to quantify, followed by accountability attribution (36%). While many organisations can track productivity and cost metrics, assessing how AI agents perform across these harder‑to‑measure dimensions is a key issue. At the same time, workforce readiness is failing to keep pace with the speed of adoption. The most significant workforce challenge organisations face is the lack of skills required for AI-augmented roles, cited by 44% of business leaders. This is followed closely by difficulty measuring individual and team performance fairly in AI-integrated environments (43%) and limited access to relevant training and upskilling opportunities (42%). As AI agents undertake more tasks, job scopes and role definitions may not be reflecting how work is actually being done. The shift towards agentic AI is also reshaping demand for specific roles and capabilities. Business leaders report that the most sought‑after job functions driven by the emergence of AI agents are data privacy and protection (46%), followed by AI operations and performance monitoring (45%), AI risk and compliance (43%), AI workflow integration (42%) and AI security and threat management (42%). Alongside this, the competencies that organisations prioritise are also evolving. The top emerging competency cited by business leaders is critical thinking when working with agentic AI‑generated outputs (38%), followed by change management and agentic AI adoption leadership (37%), cross‑functional and human–AI team coordination (35%), agentic AI governance, accountability and regulatory compliance (34%), and ethical judgement and responsible agentic AI deployment (34%). Together, these findings highlight a shift towards skills that support oversight, judgement and coordination as AI agents become more embedded in organisational workflows. Despite widespread AI adoption, human judgement is central. The most important criterion for trusting AI agents cited by 37% of business leaders, is ensuring that a human remains in the loop to review and approve AI recommendations before any action is taken. This highlights that even as AI systems become more autonomous, organisations still depend heavily on human oversight to manage risk, accountability and ethical considerations. Commenting on the report's findings, Mr Amos Tan, Assistant Chief Executive and Chief Core Skills Officer, NTUC LearningHub, says, "AI agents are already embedded in daily operations, but many organisations are scaling faster than what their workforce and control structures can manage. As AI systems take on more autonomous decision‑making, gaps in supervision, accountability and governance become real risks if not thought through and properly designed. Our findings suggest that without deliberate investment in skills such as AI oversight, critical thinking and ethical judgement, organisations may struggle to maintain trust and control as AI adoption accelerates. To scale agentic AI responsibly, companies must redesign roles, update job scopes and strengthen human capabilities in parallel—because while AI may act, accountability must ultimately rest with people." As agentic AI becomes embedded in day-to-day operations, organisations face a defining choice—continue accelerating adoption without adequate control, or invest in the workforce, governance and operating models needed to manage autonomous systems responsibly at scale. To download the Industry Insights Report on Impact of Agentic AI on Jobs, please visit www.ntuclearninghub.com/media/research-reports/2026/Agentic-AI. To find out more about the courses, training, and grants, please contact NTUC LearningHub at www.ntuclearninghub.com. About NTUC LearningHub NTUC LearningHub is the leading Continuing Education and Training provider in Singapore which aims to transform the lifelong employability of working people. Since our corporatisation in 2004, we have been working with employers and individual learners to provide learning solutions in areas such as Infocomm Technology, Generative AI & Cloud, Healthcare, Retail & Food Services, Employability & Literacy, Business Excellence, Workplace Safety & Health, Security, Human Resources & Coaching and Foreign Workers Training. To date, NTUC LearningHub has helped over 34,000 organisations and achieved more than 3.2 million training places across more than 1,000 courses with a pool of about 1,000 certified trainers. As a Total Learning Solutions provider to organisations, we also forge partnerships to offer a wide range of relevant end-to-end training. Besides in-person training, we also offer instructor-led virtual live classes (VLCs) and asynchronous online learning. The NTUC LearningHub Learning eXperience Platform (LXP)—a one-stop online learning platform—offers timely, bite-sized and quality content for learners to upskill anytime and anywhere. Beyond learning, LXP also serves as a platform for jobs and skills development for both workers and companies. For more information, visit www.ntuclearninghub.com. -- PRNewswire -- Source: NTUC LearningHub Pte Ltd

SINGAPORE, June 5 — Agentic AI adoption is already taking shape, with 15% of business leaders strongly agreeing that tasks within their organisations are supported by AI agents, particularly in functions such as data analysis and reporting (46%), compliance (30%), customer support and service (30%), IT and cybersecurity (29%), and marketing and sales enablement (28%). […]