Wisma Putra: Govt monitors safety of 42 Malaysians in Syria, ensures consular support Posted on 09/12/2024 PUTRAJAYA, Dec 8 — Malaysia is closely monitoring the evolving situation in Syria and its potential implications for regional stability. In a statement, the Foreign Ministry stated that, through the Honorary Consul of Malaysia in Syria, it is actively communicating with Malaysians in Syria. “As of now, all 37 registered Malaysian students and five other Malaysians in the country are reported to be safe,” it said on Sunday. The Foreign Ministry added that it will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates as necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of Malaysians. Malaysians in the region are encouraged to register their presence via E-Konsular at https://ekonsular.kln.gov.my to receive timely updates and assistance if required. The ministry said that any Malaysians requiring consular assistance are urged to contact the Honorary Consul of Malaysia in Syria or the Embassy of Malaysia in Amman. The Honorary Consul of Malaysia in Syria can be reached by phone at +963933245555 or via email at samir@honconsuladvisor.my. The Embassy of Malaysia in Amman can be contacted by phone at +962 6 5902400 / +96265934343 or via email at mwamman@kln.gov.my. — Bernama News
SPM exams outside monsoon season? Education Ministry mulling idea, says minister Posted on 02/12/2024 PASIR MAS, Dec 2 — The Ministry of Education will consider the proposal to schedule the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examinations outside the monsoon season, says Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. She noted that such a proposal involved numerous aspects that needed careful consideration, particularly the concerns raised by students during… Read More
Labuan-Kota Kinabalu express ferry back on Dec 15 Posted on 09/12/2024 The Labuan-Kota Kinabalu express ferry service will resume on Dec 15, says federal territories minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa. (Bernama pic) LABUAN: After a three-year wait, the Labuan-Kota Kinabalu express ferry service will resume operations on Dec 15, says federal territories minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa. Zaliha expects the resumption of the… Read More
No decision on voting mechanism for PKR polls, says Fahmi Posted on 15/11/2024 PKR information chief Fahmi Fadzil said the party will continue to prioritise the people’s interests in every decision it makes. (Bernama pic) PUTRAJAYA: PKR has not decided whether it will change its voting mechanism from the “one member, one vote” system to one involving delegates, said the party’s information chief… Read More