Day: June 5, 2026

YB Gobind Singh Deo: Energy Security and Digital Growth Key to Malaysia’s Next Economic Phase

KUALA LUMPUR, June 2026 — Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo said Malaysia’s next phase of economic growth will depend on the country’s ability to align energy security, digital acceleration, and economic transformation in an increasingly competitive global environment, yesterday. Speaking during a Ministerial Dialogue at the Energy Transition Conference 2026 (ETCon26), organised by Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), Gobind highlighted the growing importance of reliable, affordable, and low-carbon energy to support the expansion of artificial intelligence (AI), data centres, and advanced manufacturing industries. He noted that Malaysia’s competitiveness will be strengthened by ensuring a sustainable energy supply capable of meeting the demands of a rapidly evolving digital economy. Gobind shared the stage with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation Fadillah Yusof and Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir during the discussion on Malaysia’s future growth prospects. The dialogue underscored the importance of a whole-of-government approach in driving greater coordination across energy system planning, digital infrastructure development, industrial policy, talent cultivation, and investment readiness. Gobind stressed that as Malaysia continues to navigate a rapidly changing regional landscape, the nation must remain focused on building a resilient, innovation-driven, and future-ready economy capable of sustaining long-term growth and prosperity. The Energy Transition Conference 2026 brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders to discuss strategies for advancing Malaysia’s energy transition agenda while supporting economic and digital development. -- MINUTESMY -- SOURCE : FB Gobind Singh Deo

KUALA LUMPUR, June 2026 — Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo said Malaysia’s next phase of economic growth will depend on the country’s ability to align energy security, digital acceleration, and economic transformation in an increasingly competitive global environment, yesterday. Speaking during a Ministerial Dialogue at the Energy Transition Conference 2026 (ETCon26), organised by Tenaga Nasional […]

PRN: PM Anwar expected to launch Johor PH machinery tomorrow night

JOHOR BAHRU, June 5 -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who is also the Pakatan Harapan (PH) Chairman, is scheduled to launch the state PH machinery for the 16th Johor State Election (PRN) tomorrow night. Johor PKR Vice Chairman, Jimmy Puah Wee Tse, through a post on Facebook today, said that the launch was scheduled to take place at the Chinese High School Hall, Batu Pahat at 8pm. "Launching of the Johor PH PRN machinery. ' We are ready '," the post said. PH Deputy Chairman and DAP Secretary-General, Anthony Loke Siew Fook and Amanah President, Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu are also expected to be present at the launch. Previously, Johor PH announced that it would contest all 56 State Legislative Assembly (DUN) seats in this PRN. In the 2022 Johor state election, BN won 40 state seats, PH (12), Perikatan Nasional (three) and MUDA (one). The Johor State Assembly was dissolved on June 1 after receiving the consent of the Regent Sultan of Johor Tunku Mahkota Ismail. -- BERNAMA

JOHOR BAHRU, June 5 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who is also the Pakatan Harapan (PH) Chairman, is scheduled to launch the state PH machinery for the 16th Johor State Election (PRN) tomorrow night. Johor PKR Vice Chairman, Jimmy Puah Wee Tse, through a post on Facebook today, said that the launch was […]

Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar Attends Armed Forces Colours Parade Ceremony in Putrajaya

PUTRAJAYA, June 5, 2026 — His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, King of Malaysia, attended the Armed Forces Colours Parade Ceremony at Dataran Pahlawan Negara, Putrajaya, today as part of the official celebrations marking His Majesty's Official Birthday 2026. Accompanying His Majesty was His Royal Highness Tunku Idris Iskandar Al-Haj Ibni Sultan Ibrahim, Tunku Temenggong of Johor. Upon arrival, Sultan Ibrahim was received by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof, and Defence Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin. His Majesty was accorded a royal salute as the national anthem, Negaraku, was played. A 21-gun salute was also fired by the 41st Ceremonial Battery of the Royal Artillery Regiment, led by Major Hafizah Mat Ghani. Sultan Ibrahim subsequently inspected the parade contingent comprising 25 officers and 510 personnel from the three branches of the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM). The parade was commanded by Lieutenant Colonel Azlan Shah Baharom, Commanding Officer of the Fifth Battalion, Royal Malay Regiment. The Colours Parade Ceremony is one of the principal events held in conjunction with the Official Birthday celebration of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong. The military colours, known as Panji-Panji, represent the honour, pride, spirit, and unwavering loyalty of the Malaysian Armed Forces to the King and the nation. Historically, military colours originated from banners carried by armies in ancient times. In the modern era, they symbolize the close relationship between military units and the Royal Institution under the patronage of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong. The Colours Parade Ceremony is traditionally held three times during the five-year reign of each Yang di-Pertuan Agong — in the first, third, and final years of the monarch's reign. -- MINUTESMY -- SOURCE : Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar

PUTRAJAYA, June 5, 2026 — His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, King of Malaysia, attended the Armed Forces Colours Parade Ceremony at Dataran Pahlawan Negara, Putrajaya, today as part of the official celebrations marking His Majesty’s Official Birthday 2026. Accompanying His Majesty was His Royal Highness Tunku Idris Iskandar Al-Haj Ibni Sultan Ibrahim, Tunku Temenggong […]

TenPay Global Launches “Remit to China for Non-Chinese Citizens” -A New Feature For International Users to Send Funds Directly to China

SINGAPORE, June 5, -- TenPay Global, Tencent Financial Technology's cross-border payment platform, today announced the launch of its innovative "Remit to China for Non-Chinese Citizens" feature. International users holding foreign passports can now send remittances directly from their home country to China. This enhanced feature provides a seamless solution for international users to enjoy greater flexibility and convenience for their payment needs across China. TenPay Global's cross-border remittance platform connects the Weixin ecosystem with global remittance institutions. It has currently partnered with over 60 major international banks and remittance institutions, including DBS, Panda Remit, LemFi, Remitly, Wise, Gmoneytrans, Hanpass and GME, supporting remittances to China from over 100 countries and regions worldwide. Services are available 24/7, with funds arriving within minutes, ensuring security, compliance, and convenience. Foreigners residing in China can receive remittances within the country using their mobile numbers linked to WeChat. Once the funds have been credited, international users can directly utilize funds to access a full suite of lifestyle services conveniently —including online shopping, mobile top-ups, and utility bill payments—meeting their diverse payment needs across various scenarios such as working, studying, traveling, and daily living in China. TenPay Global is committed to connecting the Weixin ecosystem with global partners, continuously expanding the reach and service scenarios of cross-border payments. In addition to cross-border remittances, it further upgraded Weixin Pay's "Pay with Your Home E-Wallet" services through China's unified cross-border QR-code gateway, provides diverse payment options for international visitors to China to enhance the travel and spending experience for international visitors and support cross-border tourism and cultural exchange. TenPay Global has partnered with over 40 overseas wallets globally, supporting more overseas wallets to make payments in Chinese mainland through Weixin Pay QR codes. Currently, 36 e-wallets from 13 different countries and regions have gone live, including PayPal (US), LiquidPay and ChangiPay (Singapore), ZaloPay and MOMO (Vietnam), BCEL (Laos), and HiPay (Mongolia). About TenPay Global TenPay Global is Tencent's cross-border payment platform, comprising a network of licensed financial institutions under Tencent. By connecting the Weixin ecosystem, global payment partners, and international users and scenarios, TenPay Global provides end-to-end payment solutions for cross-border remittances, consumption, and commerce. Backed by years of industry experience and a robust risk management framework, TenPay Global delivers world-class standards in system reliability, fund security, and regulatory compliance. Official Website: TenPay Global -- PRNewswire -- Source: TenPay Global

SINGAPORE, June 5, — TenPay Global, Tencent Financial Technology’s cross-border payment platform, today announced the launch of its innovative “Remit to China for Non-Chinese Citizens” feature. International users holding foreign passports can now send remittances directly from their home country to China. This enhanced feature provides a seamless solution for international users to enjoy greater […]

DAP Postpones National Congress, Gears Up for Johor and Negeri Sembilan State Polls

KUALA LUMPUR, June 5, 2026 — The Central Executive Committee (CEC) of Democratic Action Party (DAP) has postponed its 2026 National Congress to focus on the upcoming state elections in Johor and Negeri Sembilan. In a statement issued after its monthly meeting on Thursday night, DAP Secretary-General Loke Siew Fook announced that the party's National Congress, originally scheduled for July 12, will now be held on August 16, following the dissolution of the state legislative assemblies in Johor and Negeri Sembilan. DAP confirmed it will defend all seats currently held by the party in both states and is seeking to contest additional constituencies in Johor, subject to final negotiations with fellow partners in Pakatan Harapan. The party also announced the formation of a five-member candidate selection committee comprising Loke, Gobind Singh Deo, Nga Kor Ming, Teo Nie Ching and Chong Chieng Jen. Separately, DAP reiterated its support for the proposed Constitutional Amendment Bill to separate the roles of the Attorney General and Public Prosecutor, which is expected to be tabled during the upcoming Dewan Rakyat sitting beginning June 22. The party pledged to ensure the support of all 40 DAP Members of Parliament for the bill and called on lawmakers across the political divide to back what it described as a historic institutional reform. DAP said it remains committed to advancing institutional reforms within the Unity Government while mounting a strong campaign to secure victories for Pakatan Harapan in both Johor and Negeri Sembilan. -- MINUTESMY

KUALA LUMPUR, June 5, 2026 — The Central Executive Committee (CEC) of Democratic Action Party (DAP) has postponed its 2026 National Congress to focus on the upcoming state elections in Johor and Negeri Sembilan. In a statement issued after its monthly meeting on Thursday night, DAP Secretary-General Loke Siew Fook announced that the party’s National […]

Johor offers premium salary of RM4,000 for new graduates – Onn Hafiz

BATU PAHAT: Premium salaries are now being offered to young people from Johor with income rates reaching RM4,000 and above for new graduates. Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said this scenario would see them no longer having to migrate to neighbouring countries such as Singapore or outside Johor such as Kuala Lumpur for survival. He said the more competitive income offer would be tailored according to the academic qualifications and level of technical skills possessed by each applicant. "New graduates now, God willing, can easily earn RM4,000 and above based on their qualifications." "If you graduate from Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), depending on the level, you can get RM4,000 to RM5,000 and above... this is one of the initiatives we are taking," he said when speaking at the Ayuh Johor Mahasiswa program at Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia here today. Onn Hafiz said the surge in premium salary offers was driven by the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) initiative which acts as the main catalyst for the state's current economic development. He said the influx of foreign investors, including the latest investment commitment worth RM2 billion from a leading oil and gas industry company from the United States, would open up thousands of high-quality job opportunities in Johor. To realise this wish, Onn Hafiz said Johor is the only state government to mobilise integrated collaboration involving all higher learning institutions and related agencies under the Johor Talent Development Council (JTDC). He said the strategic move brings together important entities such as the Social Security Organisation (SOCSO), TVET institutions, higher learning institutions (IPT), Industrial Training Institutes (ILP) and HRD Corp to carry out the job matching process aggressively. For the period from January to April last year, JTDC facilitated 7,773 job placements. -- BERNAMA

BATU PAHAT: Premium salaries are now being offered to young people from Johor with income rates reaching RM4,000 and above for new graduates. Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said this scenario would see them no longer having to migrate to neighbouring countries such as Singapore or outside Johor such as Kuala Lumpur for survival. […]

Negeri Sembilan State Assembly Dissolved To Pave Way For State Election

SEREMBAN, June 5 -- The Negeri Sembilan State Legislative Assembly, which has 36 seats, will be officially dissolved tomorrow to pave the way for the upcoming State Election (PRN) yesterday. The announcement was made by Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun during a special press conference at his official residence here last night, bringing an end to weeks of speculation surrounding the timing of the assembly's dissolution. Aminuddin said the dissolution was carried out after obtaining the consent of the Yang Dipertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan, Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir, during an audience at Istana Besar Seri Menanti earlier today. Aminuddin said the official notice of the State Legislative Assembly's dissolution will be submitted to the Election Commission (EC) soon for the electoral body to determine key dates for the upcoming State Election (PRN). The dates to be announced by the EC include nomination day, the campaign period, early voting and polling day. “Pakatan Harapan will contest all 36 state seats and the allocation of seats among component parties will be announced next week,” he told reporters after announcing the dissolution of the assembly here tonight. Meanwhile, he said the dissolution was carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Negeri Sembilan State Constitution and was deemed necessary to address the political uncertainty that had arisen in the state. “We feel it is necessary to obtain a fresh mandate from the people, so I leave it to the people to determine the future of this state,” he said. The 15th State Election in 2023 saw Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional form the Negeri Sembilan government after securing a combined 31 of the 36 state seats. Of the total seats, PH won 17, BN secured 14, while Perikatan Nasional (PN) won the remaining five seats. Negeri Sembilan becomes the second state to dissolve the state assembly to make way for the state election after Johor, which did so last Monday. -- BERNAMA

SEREMBAN, June 5 — The Negeri Sembilan State Legislative Assembly, which has 36 seats, will be officially dissolved tomorrow to pave the way for the upcoming State Election (PRN) yesterday. The announcement was made by Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun during a special press conference at his official residence here last night, bringing an […]