PM Anwar congratulates Trump on US election win, eyes stronger Malaysia-US ties Posted on 06/11/2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Nov — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim congratulated Donald Trump on his remarkable political comeback and victory in the United States (US) presidential election. In his post on Facebook and X, Anwar said this new chapter brings renewed opportunities, and Malaysia is ready to move forward with optimism, collaboration and shared purpose. “We look forward to working closely with the incoming president to foster mutual benefits for the people of both our nations,” he said. Anwar noted that the US remains Malaysia’s largest source of foreign investment and a vital player in the Asia Pacific region. As ASEAN Chair in 2025, the prime minister said Malaysia hopes that the US will reinvigorate its engagement with Southeast Asia. “We also urge the US to use its considerable influence to help end the devastating violence and loss of life in Palestine and Ukraine,” he added. The Republican candidate Trump, 78, has claimed victory in the 2024 US presidential election over Democrat Kamala Harris. — Bernama News Awani
Two Malaysians hurt in Singapore crash on Seletar Expressway, one in critical condition following collision with trailer; driver arrested for careless driving Posted on 20/11/2024 SINGAPORE, Nov 19 –– Two Malaysians are receiving treatment at a hospital in Singapore after their motorcycle was involved in a collision with a trailer lorry on the Seletar Expressway (SLE) on Monday night. The motorcycle pillion rider, Muhammad Hairul Nizam Soyod, 35, is currently in the intensive care unit… Read More
Biden aide says US would run out of munition in China war Posted on 05/12/2024 Donald Trump’s team has voiced reluctance about the US supplying billions in weapons to Ukraine, pushing for a fast settlement with Russia. (AP pic) WASHINGTON: President Joe Biden’s national security advisor warned Wednesday that the US could quickly run out of munitions in a war with China as he called for… Read More
No charges yet in 1BestariNet case as MACC continues RM4b project probe, says deputy education minister Posted on 11/11/2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 — No charges have been filed in court against the operators of the 1BestariNet project as the investigation remains ongoing, Deputy Education Minister Wong Kah Woh informed the Dewan Rakyat today. He said his ministry and the Cabinet are in discussions on how to address issues… Read More