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PUTRAJAYA, June 13 -- Police are tracking down three suspects believed to be involved in a break-in at a luxury handbag outlet in a shopping complex in Cyberjaya, resulting in the loss of 25 handbags worth RM90,000. Sepang District Police chief ACP Norhizam Bahaman said police received a report on the incident at about 12.30 pm yesterday from a woman who owns the premises. “Checks on closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage revealed that three masked suspects dressed in black entered the premises before ransacking the outlet and taking handbags displayed on the store’s shelves,” he said in a statement today. According to him, preliminary investigations at the scene found that the suspects were believed to have gained entry into the premises by prising open a toilet window. Norhizam said the case was being investigated under Section 457 of the Penal Code for housebreaking, which carries a penalty of up to five years’ imprisonment and a fine, while the jail term may be extended to 14 years if the offence was committed with the intention of theft. He said the incident had also gone viral on social media and attracted public attention, adding that police were actively tracking down the suspects and seeking to recover the stolen items. He urged anyone with information related to the case to assist investigations by contacting the nearest police station or the investigating officer, Sgt Mohd Faizal Rashid @ Jaafar, at 013-2222652. -- BERNAMA

Police Hunting Three Suspects Over RM90,000 Luxury Handbag Theft In Cyberjaya

PUTRAJAYA, June 13 — Police are tracking down three suspects believed to be involved in a break-in at a luxury handbag outlet in a shopping complex in Cyberjaya, resulting in .... read more

KOTA BHARU June 13 -- Kelantan police have revised patrol schedules along the Malaysia-Thailand border after uncovering attempts by syndicates to study enforcement patterns and duty rosters to facilitate illegal border crossings. State police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat said the syndicates were found to be monitoring deployment schedules to identify opportunities to trespass and create passages through barbed-wire fences at illegal crossing points that had previously been dismantled by authorities. Following the discovery, police held discussions with the General Operations Force (GOF) about two months ago to review existing patrol strategies, including adopting static control measures in certain areas. "So far, the damage caused by sabotage of the barbed-wire fences has not spread and remains confined to four previously identified locations, all of which have been fully repaired,” he told Bernama recently. Mohd Yusoff also stressed that the integrity of officers and personnel stationed at border control posts remains at a high level, with no cases of information leakage detected. However, he said police continue to closely monitor the matter to ensure any form of misconduct remains under constant scrutiny. “As part of a layered monitoring approach, the Kelantan Police Contingent Headquarters has established a task force that reports directly to the state police chief to monitor any misconduct related to enforcement duties. “This special team was formed to provide checks and balances so that management does not rely entirely on units operating on the ground,” he said. According to him, the task force is headed by an officer with the rank of ACP and operates based on direct instructions from the state police chief. On border deployment, Mohd Yusoff said the assignment of GOF personnel is fully managed by the Southeast Brigade commander based in Kuantan, Pahang. He said staff rotations are carried out monthly and involve three battalions - Battalion 7 in Terengganu, Battalion 8 in Pengkalan Chepa and Battalion 9 in Kuantan. He added that even when Battalion 8 is not on active border duty or is on leave, its intelligence units continue to assist other battalions conducting operations along the border. Meanwhile, Kelantan police continue to maintain close cooperation with Thai enforcement authorities through regular bilateral meetings. Mohd Yusoff said the collaboration has yielded positive results, particularly in the sharing and exchange of information involving wanted suspects who flee across the border. He cited the recent recovery of a vehicle belonging to the Social Welfare Department (JKM) in Tanah Merah that had been stolen and taken into Thailand. Efforts are ongoing to identify another vehicle that was also reported stolen. In April, a Tanah Merah JKM vehicle stolen by a group of men was found in Sungai Golok. The vehicle was identified through its registration number, and the four-wheel-drive vehicle is believed to have entered Thailand through the Sungai Golok Customs Checkpoint. -- BERNAMA

Kelantan Police Foil Syndicate Attempts To Exploit Border Patrol Routines

KOTA BHARU June 13 — Kelantan police have revised patrol schedules along the Malaysia-Thailand border after uncovering attempts by syndicates to study enforcement patterns and duty rosters to facilitate illegal .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 — Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil accompanied Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in receiving a courtesy visit from the Ericsson delegation led by its President and Chief Executive Officer, Börje Ekholm, in a meeting focused on advancing Malaysia’s digital transformation agenda. Fahmi said the engagement reflects the Ministry of Communications’ ongoing commitment to strengthening the nation’s digital ecosystem, particularly through the expansion of 5G adoption, enhancement of telecommunications infrastructure and the development of a more sustainable, secure and resilient network. “The discussion provided an important platform to explore opportunities for deeper collaboration in supporting Malaysia’s digital aspirations and ensuring the country remains competitive in the rapidly evolving digital economy,” he said. The minister also welcomed Ericsson’s continued commitment to developing local talent through skills training, technology transfer initiatives and partnerships with educational institutions. According to Fahmi, such efforts are essential in building a highly skilled workforce capable of meeting the demands of emerging technologies and supporting the nation’s long-term digital growth. He added that the MADANI Government values strong partnerships with global technology leaders in driving innovation and accelerating the implementation of key digital initiatives. “Insya-Allah, this good relationship will continue to be strengthened in support of Malaysia’s digitalisation agenda and efforts to deliver greater benefits to the people and the nation,” he said. -- MINUTESMY -- SOURCE: FB FAHMI FADZIL

YB Datuk Fahmi Welcomes Ericsson Delegation, Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening Malaysia’s Digital Ecosystem

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 — Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil accompanied Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in receiving a courtesy visit from the Ericsson delegation led by its President .... read more

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday has underscored the critical role of religious leaders in fostering peace, justice and compassion amid growing global conflicts and divisions. Speaking at the Third International Religious Leaders' Summit, which gathered religious leaders, scholars, academics and policymakers from 31 countries, Anwar said the voice of faith-based leaders is increasingly important in navigating an uncertain and fragmented world. The Prime Minister also conveyed his appreciation to the Sultan of Perak, His Royal Highness Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah, who officiated the summit and delivered the keynote address. Anwar stressed that efforts to achieve peace should not be left solely to political considerations, but must also be guided by universal values of humanity, justice and compassion. “In a world environment that is increasingly filled with conflict, division and uncertainty, the role of religious leaders as voices of conscience, moderation and wisdom has become more crucial than ever,” he said. He highlighted ongoing humanitarian crises, including the tragedy in Gaza and conflicts in other parts of the world, calling for greater moral leadership in addressing global challenges. The Prime Minister reaffirmed Malaysia’s commitment to mutual respect, religious freedom and harmonious coexistence, principles enshrined in the Federal Constitution. “As a plural society, Malaysia believes that true strength lies not in uniformity, but in the ability to manage differences fairly, wisely and respectfully,” he said. Anwar also cautioned against the misuse of religion as a tool to incite hatred and division, emphasising that faith should instead serve as a force for peace, unity and the protection of human dignity regardless of race, religion or background. He expressed hope that international dialogues and forums such as the summit would continue to strengthen understanding among communities and inspire collective efforts towards building a more peaceful, just and humane world. -- MINUTESMY -- SOURCE: FB ANWAR IBRAHIM

PM Anwar Calls for Greater Role of Religious Leaders in Promoting Peace and Humanity at International Summit

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday has underscored the critical role of religious leaders in fostering peace, justice and compassion amid growing global conflicts .... read more

Tunku Zain Al-‘Abidin’s promotion parallels involvement in education, youth development

SEREMBAN: The proclamation of Tunku Zain Al-‘Abidin Tuanku Muhriz as Tunku Panglima Besar of Negeri Sembilan is seen as in line with his active involvement in the fields of education, .... read more

ALOR GAJAH: The Melaka state government has allocated more than RM196 million for the education sector in the state over the past three years, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh. He said it was a form of 'investment' to ensure Melaka continued to progress over the next 10 to 20 years, and the allocation was channelled to implement various educational initiatives that would benefit more than 140,000 children in Melaka. "The state government is implementing free tuition and providing school preparation assistance to the B40 group. The state government is allocating another RM15 million through the Melaka Sayang Rakyat (MeSRa) Education Program, the Melaka State Education Trust Fund (TAPEM), "We are also organising sports competitions which also involve large allocations, specifically for the children of the Masjid Tanah Parliament," he said when speaking at the Student Excellence Motivation Programme and the Presentation of School Aid Donations by the MARA Education Foundation at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Sultan Alauddin, Masjid Tanah, here today. Also present were state Exco member for Public Works, Infrastructure, Public Facilities and Transport Datuk Hameed Mytheen Kunju Basheer and Chairman of the MARA Education Foundation Datuk Seri Dr Ismail Mohamed Said. At the event, the MARA Education Foundation donated cash totaling RM10,000 to 100 students from the asnaf and B40 groups. He said that as a result of concerted efforts by the Melaka State Education Department (JPN) and school authorities, the achievements in public examinations such as the KAFA Class Assessment Test (UPKK), Malaysian Certificate of Education (SPM), Malaysian Certificate of Higher Education (STPM) and Malaysian Certificate of Higher Education (STAM) in Melaka continued to show a commendable increase from year to year. Meanwhile, when met by reporters, Ab Rauf, who is also the chairman of the state UMNO Liaison Body, said that Melaka UMNO was ready to open the door to cooperation with any party to face the Melaka State Election (PRN) which is expected to be held this year. Ab Rauf, who is also the Barisan Nasional (BN) Melaka chairman, said however, the collaboration must benefit the parties involved. -- BERNAMA

Melaka allocates over RM196 million for education sector

ALOR GAJAH: The Melaka state government has allocated more than RM196 million for the education sector in the state over the past three years, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab .... read more

KOTA BHARU: Police have detected a smuggling syndicate that is now increasingly using river and coastal routes from Tak Bai, Thailand, including waterways in the Tumpat area that can reach the Kelantan River. Kelantan Police Chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat said the change in the modus operandi was detected especially this year when syndicates used sea and coastal routes more. He said the syndicate used routes through rivers in Tumpat and island areas including around Pulau Tok Kong. "This year we have seen a significant change in modus operandi. Now syndicate groups are using sea and coastal routes more." "They enter through the rivers in Tumpat and the islands around the area. Many river routes in the area can reach the Kelantan River," he said recently. He said the syndicate also used the coastal route from Tak Bai before entering the Kuala Besar, Semerak, Pengkalan Chepa and Pantai Sabak areas, with some even moving as far as Besut, Terengganu. Mohd Yusoff said the use of the route was proven through several drug arrests carried out by the police in the coastal area previously. "We have made drug arrests in Pantai Sabak and Semerak with the seizure of more than 100 kilograms of syabu brought in by boat," he said. Commenting on the illegal bases on the Malaysia-Thailand border, he said 91 illegal bases built on government land had been demolished so far. He said there were still about four or five more illegal bases on private land and the matter was still being dealt with by local authorities. Mohd Yusoff said that so far all illegal bases that have been identified on government land have been demolished. He said the existence of the illegal base on the Thai side was an issue that fell under that country's jurisdiction. Mohd Yusof said the structures in the neighbouring country, including facilities such as stairs and walls, had existed for a long time, but the actions of the Malaysian authorities were focused on the illegal bases within the country. Security control along the Kelantan-Thailand border covers a distance of approximately 163 kilometres (km), with 91km of it covering the waters of Sungai Golok. The monitoring spans several major districts including Tumpat, Rantau Panjang (Pasir Mas), Tanah Merah, and Jeli. Previously, the ban on illegal border crossings via illegal bases or jetties along the Malaysia-Thailand border (especially in the Sungai Golok area) had been in effect since Dec 1, 2024. -- BERNAMA

Police reveal Tak Bai is now the starting point for a new smuggling route

KOTA BHARU: Police have detected a smuggling syndicate that is now increasingly using river and coastal routes from Tak Bai, Thailand, including waterways in the Tumpat area that can reach .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR: National music icon Datuk M. Nasir and his company Luncai Emas Sdn Bhd have filed a lawsuit against MyTeksi Sdn Bhd over allegations that he used his name and brand without permission for commercial promotion purposes on the company's platform. The suit was filed by M. Nasir, or his real name, Mohd Nasir Mohamed, 69, together with Luncai Emas through Messrs. Zulpadli & Edham at the High Court here on April 27, naming MyTeksi as the defendant. Case management is set for June 29 via e-Review before Deputy Registrar S. Malarselvi. Based on the writ of summons and statement of claim obtained by the media today, the plaintiff claims that the defendant used the name and brand "M. Nasir" in the promotion of a coffee drink marketed as "M. Nasir's Favorite" through the defendant's official Instagram account without permission. According to the plaintiff, on April 23, 2025, the defendant uploaded advertisements via the Instagram accounts @grabmy and @grabfoodmy featuring cups and cans of coffee labeled "GrabFood" and "GrabMart" to promote products or services offered through the company's platform. "In addition to the advertisement, the caption used was "M Nasir's favorite coffees" followed by the phrase "Dua-dua pun Grab ada" which directly refers to M. Nasir and gives the impression that the product or service is related to him," according to the statement of claim. The plaintiff claimed that the unauthorized use of the name and brand "M. Nasir" caused misunderstanding and confusion among the public, thus damaging the singer's good name and reputation. The plaintiff also claimed that the advertisement did not include any disclaimer or explanation that the reference to "M. Nasir" was not a reference to the artist in question or that he had no involvement with the defendant or the products and services being promoted. According to the plaintiff, the use of his name in a commercial context was clearly intended to benefit from his reputation and commercial value to promote the defendant's products and services without the plaintiff's need or knowledge. Accordingly, the plaintiff is claiming general damages, exemplary damages of RM3 million, aggravated damages of RM2 million, interest and costs. The plaintiff also applied for an injunction to prevent the defendant, its agents and employees from continuing to use the name and brand "M. Nasir" for commercial purposes, in addition to requesting an order for the defendant to submit a statement of profits earned from the sale of drinks advertised using the name "M. Nasir's Favorite". -- BERNAMA

M. Nasir sues MyTeksi over alleged use of name without permission

KUALA LUMPUR: National music icon Datuk M. Nasir and his company Luncai Emas Sdn Bhd have filed a lawsuit against MyTeksi Sdn Bhd over allegations that he used his name .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR: Police have taken statements from the station chief and members of a police station in Wangsa Maju, here, regarding allegations of involvement in abuse of power and corruption. Kuala Lumpur Police Chief Datuk Fadil Marsus said an investigation into the allegations is currently being conducted by the Integrity and Standards Compliance Division of the Wangsa Maju District Police Headquarters. "At present, investigations are still underway to ensure that the allegations are based on facts or mere accusations," he said in a press conference after the Kuala Lumpur Police Traffic Awareness Advocacy Launch Ceremony at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Alam Damai, here today. Commenting further, Fadil said the officers and personnel under investigation were still carrying out their duties as usual while the investigation was being conducted. Recently, a screenshot of a conversation went viral on social media alleging that a police station chief in Wangsa Maju and several of his members were involved in abuse of power and corruption. Meanwhile, regarding the organisation of the "TikTok Shock Gathering" by businessman Albert Tei which will take place at TikTok Headquarters, Sunway Velocity, tomorrow, he said his party has received notification from the organisers. Fadil said his party had held a meeting with the organisers and would ensure the safety of all parties involved was always maintained. "We will ensure that the safety of all parties is a priority and if there is violence or violations, the police will take appropriate action," he said. Through a post on his Facebook, Albert Tei, or real name Tei Jiann Cheng, said the peaceful rally would be held at 10am at TikTok's headquarters, Sunway Velocity, here. Commenting on the Traffic Awareness Advocacy event, he said the programme was an initiative of the Kuala Lumpur Police in collaboration with the Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya Education Departments and the Malaysian Crime Prevention Foundation (MCPF) in Kuala Lumpur. He said the programme was implemented in all secondary schools in Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya to increase awareness, understanding and comprehensive exposure to students on the importance of obeying and respecting the law, including traffic laws, as the basis for developing discipline and good character. -- BERNAMA

Allegations of abuse of power, police chief among those taken into custody

KUALA LUMPUR: Police have taken statements from the station chief and members of a police station in Wangsa Maju, here, regarding allegations of involvement in abuse of power and corruption. .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR: A Rohingya labourer pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court here today to a charge of robbing the home of national badminton legend Datuk Razif Sidek while armed with a knife last month. Mohamad Fawyas Yasin, 27, is charged with robbing property belonging to Datuk Mohamad Razif Mohd Sidek, 64, armed with a knife, at a house on Jalan Damansara, Taman Tun Dr Ismail at 12.20pm, May 19. The charge was brought under Section 392 of the Penal Code and read together with Section 397 of the same code, which provides for a maximum prison sentence of 14 years and may be fined or whipped, if convicted. Deputy Public Prosecutor J. Banusha did not offer bail as the offence was serious and the accused's United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) card had expired. "If bail is granted and the accused does not appear in court, it will be difficult to track his whereabouts since he does not have a fixed address. In addition, the accused also knows the addresses of the victim and witnesses, so it is feared that the witnesses will be harassed," he said. Meanwhile, Lawyer Mansheel Kaur, representing Mohamad Fawyas, requested a low bail because her client only works as a labourer and earns RM50 a day and has to support his unemployed wife and a 10-month-old child. "The accused has lived in this country for 15 years and in relation to the UNHCR card, the card is in the process of being renewed," said the lawyer. Judge Siti Shakirah Mohtarudin did not grant bail to the accused as there was no valid UNHCR card for the court to consider and set July 14 for the case to be mentioned again. -- BERNAMA

Rohingya laborers charged with robbing Datuk Razif Sidek’s house

KUALA LUMPUR: A Rohingya labourer pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court here today to a charge of robbing the home of national badminton legend Datuk Razif Sidek while armed .... read more

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SEPANG: The operation of Light Rail Transit 3 (LRT3) which connects Shah Alam, Selangor with surrounding areas is expected to begin at the end of this month, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook. He said the start date of operations would be announced in two weeks and the project was currently in the final phase of trial operations. "After various tests have been carried out and trial operations have been finalised, we are confident that operations (LRT3) can commence," he told reporters after chairing the 62nd Annual General Meeting of the Road Safety Council here today. Meanwhile, Loke said the Bill (RUU) establishing the Malaysian Transport Safety Board (MTSB) will not be tabled in the Parliament session which begins next week. "MTSB has received Cabinet approval, but we are now discussing with the Public Service Department to look at staffing and so on." "This bill will be brought to the next sitting because at this sitting, there is one bill, namely the amendment to the Road Transport Act, which we are giving priority," he said. Loke said the Ministry of Transport (MOT) has also identified individuals to be appointed to the MTSB, which will be finalized in the near future. In another development, Loke said the MOT would hold discussions with e-hailing operators on the possibility of implementing additional safety measures to protect the safety of their drivers. Among the suggestions raised is the installation of dashboard cameras ( dashcams ) in e-hailing vehicles, but this needs to take into account passenger privacy concerns. "In terms of safety measures, we will discuss further with the operator to see what other actions they can take to protect drivers." "In terms of safety, drivers and passengers are equally important. So we have to ensure a balance between the two," he said. -- BERNAMA

LRT3 expected to start operating by the end of June – Loke

KUALA LUMPUR, JUNE 15 -- About 7,000 to 8,000 Rohingya were sent to third countries each year through intergovernmental cooperation, said Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail. However, he said the process has now stalled due to various constraints faced by the countries involved. He said the Rohingya ethnic issue was an international issue stemming from the political and security situation in Myanmar, causing Malaysia to accept their presence on humanitarian grounds. "Malaysia has government-to-government (G2G) cooperation with several countries that allows Rohingya refugees to be temporarily housed before being sent to third countries that need their labor or professional services. "Recently, the process of resettling Rohingyas to third countries has faced several constraints, causing their movement to the country to be halted, thus raising various issues that require the attention of all parties," he told reporters after the launch of the Fight Against Scam: Two Teams, One Goal, here, today. Mohd Khalid said that apart from that, Malaysia also took into account the humanitarian aspect in dealing with the issue, in addition to ensuring that national security continues to be maintained. "Everyone who comes to this country must follow the laws and regulations that have been set. These people are subject to our laws. If they commit an offence, we will take action just like we do against anyone else who comes to our country," he said. He said about 215,000 Rohingya are registered with the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) while local authorities also have their records in collaboration with the Immigration Department to facilitate monitoring. "We know where they are and what their jobs are. So if any crime occurs involving them, it will be easy for us to take action when we know their location and so on," he said. Commenting on crime trends involving the community, Mohd Khalid said the involvement of the Rohingya ethnic group in crime was low, with 89 individuals recorded as being involved in criminal cases for the period 2024 to this year, which is 0.02 percent of the overall crime statistics in the country. In this regard, he reminded the public not to make statements that could affect public safety and order, while stressing that enforcement action would be taken against any individual who violates the law regardless of nationality. The media last Saturday reported that Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said that the rate of resettlement to third countries by the UNHCR was too low for refugees, including the Rohingya, which was one of the reasons why the group remained in the midst of local communities for a long time. Meanwhile, Selangor Police Chief Datuk Shazeli Kahar said the state recorded 192 cases involving 300 arrests of Rohingya between 2025 and May 2026 involving violent and property crimes. He said the police always take consistent and continuous enforcement action and are not based on current sentiment. "The police always work closely with strategic agency partners, for example the Immigration Department and Local Authorities (PBT), we work together to exchange information and carry out integrated operations," he said at a press conference by the Selangor Commercial Crime Investigation Department, here, today. Shazeli said last year six integrated operations were carried out throughout the state of Selangor to address the issue. Commenting on the issue of demolition of illegal settlements, he said discussions on the matter were being held with the local authorities involved so that further, more constructive action could be taken in line with legal provisions. – BERNAMA

Deportation of thousands of Rohingya to third countries every year has stopped – IGP

KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 — Communications Minister and Lembah Pantai Member of Parliament Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has welcomed the successful launch of the Dengue-Free Community (KomBeD) Programme and Mega Anti-Aedes Gotong-Royong initiative, describing it as an important step towards strengthening community involvement in dengue prevention and control efforts. The programme, organised by the Lembah Pantai Health Office in collaboration with the Lembah Pantai parliamentary constituency, was held on Sunday (June 14) and brought together government agencies, strategic partners and local residents in a united effort to combat the spread of dengue fever. The event also featured the National Healthy Malaysia Agenda (ANMS) Roadshow for Lembah Pantai, aimed at promoting healthy lifestyle practices and enhancing public awareness of health-related issues within the community. Fahmi said the initiative reflects the importance of collective responsibility in maintaining a clean, safe and healthy environment, while encouraging greater public participation in efforts to eliminate Aedes mosquito breeding grounds. "Community engagement remains a key component in the fight against dengue. Through programmes such as KomBeD and the Mega Anti-Aedes Gotong-Royong, residents are empowered to take proactive measures in protecting their neighbourhoods and families from dengue outbreaks," he said. He expressed hope that the programme would serve as a catalyst for building a more aware, proactive and committed community capable of sustaining a cleaner, healthier and dengue-free environment. Fahmi also extended his appreciation to all participating agencies, strategic partners and members of the local community for their cooperation and dedication in ensuring the success of the programme. "The commitment shown by all stakeholders demonstrates that effective public health initiatives require strong collaboration between the government, community leaders and residents. Together, we can create healthier communities and reduce the threat posed by dengue," he added. -- MINUTESMY -- SOURCE: FB FAHMI FADZIL

Datuk Fahmi Commends Community Participation in Dengue-Free Community Launch and Mega Anti-Aedes Campaign

KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today described the groundbreaking ceremony for the Bukit Kiara Permanent Housing Project as a historic milestone that reflects the MADANI Government's commitment to justice, dignity and the welfare of the people. Speaking at the ceremony, Anwar said the project marks the end of a 44-year struggle for residents of Rumah Panjang Bukit Kiara, who have lived in temporary settlements under challenging conditions while awaiting a permanent housing solution. "This is a meaningful and joyous moment, not only for the residents of Rumah Panjang Bukit Kiara, but also proof that an administration guided by MADANI values will always place justice, courtesy and the dignity of the people at the forefront," he said. The Prime Minister noted that the project represents a concrete step towards resolving a long-standing issue that has affected generations of residents and demonstrates the government's determination to ensure citizens receive their rightful access to proper housing. He said the process of addressing the matter required careful consideration and collaboration among various stakeholders to identify the best possible solution while safeguarding the interests of the affected community. Anwar also expressed appreciation to all parties involved in making the project a reality, stressing that the experience underscored the importance of respecting legislative processes and upholding the role of national institutions. "The rights and welfare of those in need must continue to be protected, with justice enjoyed by all citizens regardless of race, religion or background," he said. He added that the government's efforts to uplift the urban poor would remain a priority, in line with its commitment to ensuring that no segment of society is left behind in the nation's development agenda. According to Anwar, development must be inclusive and benefit all levels of society, as true national progress can only be achieved when every citizen is able to participate in and benefit from economic and social advancement. During the ceremony, the Prime Minister also announced a RM1 million grant to assist longhouse residents transitioning into their new homes. The allocation will be used to provide residential maintenance subsidies for a period of three years and will be managed by Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL). He said the initiative forms part of the MADANI Government's ongoing commitment to preserving the welfare and quality of life of residents after they relocate to their new permanent housing units. -- MINUTESMY -- SOURCE: FB ANWAR IBRAHIM

Bukit Kiara Permanent Housing Project Ends 44-Year Wait for Longhouse Residents – PM Anwar

LONDON, 15 June  -- AI is rapidly reshaping the skills employers want most from workers – increasing the emphasis on human skills such as judgement, creativity and leadership – as companies most able to use AI continue to expand hiring faster than their peers, according to PwC's 2026 Global AI Jobs Barometer, released today.  The Barometer, which analysed more than one billion job ads across six continents, also finds that AI is driving a 'two-track' global labour market in which 'professionalised' roles – in which AI automates routine tasks so human judgement and expertise are emphasized – are growing faster than roles 'democratised' by AI – in which AI makes the role itself easier for non-experts to perform. 'Professionalised' roles (such as radiologists or recruiters) are seeing twice the growth in available jobs and 42% faster salary growth than those categorised as 'democratised' (such as IT service managers or medical secretaries). At the entry level, AI appears to be increasing demand for more 'senior' skills from junior workers. Based on 2.4 million entry-level jobs analysed in the US, entry-level roles most exposed to AI are now seven times more likely to require traditionally senior-level 'human-intensive' skills like leadership, creativity or face-to-face interactions. Job openings for these 'seniorised' entry-level roles have grown 35% since 2019, while other entry-level roles shrank 10%. Joe Atkinson, Global Chief AI Officer, PwC, said: "Across the global economy, we're beginning to see a new divide emerge between different models for talent and value creation. The companies seeing the greatest returns on AI are using it to amplify human expertise, accelerate innovation and create entirely new sources of value. As a result, they are pulling further ahead on productivity and growth than companies that focus primarily on automation." AI is driving a productivity boom – and "super-star" companies most able to use AI are pulling ahead significantly The report finds widening divergence between companies most and least exposed to AI. Companies operating in the most AI-exposed sectors recorded 34% productivity growth in 2025 relative to 2018, compared to 24% for the companies least able to use AI. Within this group, a pronounced "super-star" effect is emerging. The top 20% of the most AI-exposed companies achieved average labour productivity growth of 163% relative to 2018 – nearly five times higher than the most AI-exposed companies overall. Perhaps most surprisingly, headcount growth at the most AI-exposed companies is outpacing growth at the least AI-exposed companies – 52% relative to 36% in 2025, based on 2018 baseline levels. Average wage premium for AI skills hits 62% as AI job postings eclipse broader labour market growth As companies continue to boost productivity with AI, the average wage premium for workers with AI skills continued to surge higher – hitting 62%, up from 57% last year. The wage premium varies by industry: as high as 118% in some sectors, such as consumer markets, and 16% in government and public sector work. Jobs requiring specific AI skills – such as prompt engineering or machine learning – have also soared, growing roughly eight times (69%) as fast as the overall jobs market, at 9%. The number of AI jobs is almost twice as high as 2024, with growth in AI jobs outpacing all jobs since 2015.  Sectors including technology, media and telecommunications (11%) and professional services (6%) sectors saw the highest share in AI job growth – with health at the lowest end (less than 1%) Pete Brown, Global Workforce Leader, PwC, said: "The traditional relationship between experience and expertise is changing. AI is removing some of the routine work that once acted as an apprenticeship, while increasing demand for judgement, leadership and adaptability much earlier in careers. Organisations need to rethink how they develop talent if they want people to thrive in this new environment." Notes to Editors About PwC 2026 Global AI Jobs Barometer  PwC's 2026 AI Jobs Barometer analysed more than one billion jobs advertisements in 27 countries and territories. The Barometer combines large-scale labour market, company financial and occupational task data to understand how AI is reshaping jobs, skills, wages and productivity across the global economy. Additionally, this year's Barometer includes targeted analysis of entry-level roles, including how the skill requirements of early-career jobs are changing in highly AI-exposed occupations. You can read the full report and learn more about the methodology and key takeaways at www.pwc.com. About PwC  At PwC, we help clients build trust and reinvent so they can turn complexity into competitive advantage. We're a tech-forward, people-empowered network with more than 364,000 people in 136 countries and 137 territories. Across audit and assurance, tax and legal, deals and consulting, we help clients build, accelerate, and sustain momentum. Find out more at www.pwc.com. --  PRNewswire -- Source: PwC

AI reshapes global labour market into two distinct paths, rewarding human skills: PwC 2026 Global AI Jobs Barometer