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KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has described the claim by Bersih that the MACC is becoming a political tool of the government as unfair and made without first examining the relevant reports.Anwar said any accusations should be made responsibly and based on facts, not sentiment or political whims.“If you want to make accusations, wait for the report first and then give an answer,” he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Pandan MP Rafizi has defended his former aide, James Chai, dismissing allegations linking the latter to a RM1.1 billion corruption scandal as a “political fiction”.Rafizi said the narrative surrounding Chai resembled a scripted drama, accusing certain parties of constructing a story filled with “plot twists” to implicate the young policy researcher.__________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/start?internal_source=kinitv
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] DAP Youth has warned the MACC against political witch-hunting, saying that the method used in a recent high-profile investigation risks creating a climate of fear among the rakyat.In reference to MACC putting out a wanted alert against former economic minister Rafizi Ramli’s ex-aide James Chai, DAP Youth chief Woo Kah Leong said that the individual was not a fugitive like financier Low Taek Jho (Jho Low), and that the probe was disproportionate.Woo said that when investigations are conducted in a manner that risks eroding public confidence, the Unity Government will inevitably bear the political consequences and face legitimate questions from the rakyat.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PN chairperson Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar has responded to remarks by Muhyiddin Yassin regarding the coalition’s prime ministerial candidate.He said regardless of who the candidate may be, the current priority is to strengthen Perikatan Nasional.He added that what is certain is that Muhyiddin is no longer a prime ministerial candidate.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/start?internal_source=kinitv
[KiniNews] One of the two lawyers named in a police report, which led to an investigation into an alleged attempt to topple the government, has rubbished the claims, describing them as the “mother of all lies”.Lawyer Nizamuddin Hamid said his client, Na’imah Abdul Khalid, had never given her legal team such instructions.“Throughout our duties as lawyers for Na’imah, there was absolutely no discussion or instructions given to us to overthrow the government or undermine parliamentary democracy," he told reporters when met at the Kuala Lumpur High Court today.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a former aide to ex-economy minister Rafizi Ramli expressed frustration after the MACC issued a notice seeking him out to facilitate investigations into allegations linked to Rafizi.The investigation centres on the government's RM1.1 billion deal with British semiconductor giant Arm Holdings.In a response later, Chai said that the investigation is politically motivated, designed to construct a narrative that Rafizi misappropriated public funds with Chai serving as a local facilitator - a role he likened to that of fugitive financier Jho Low._________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/start?internal_source=kinitv
[KiniNews] Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli has clarified that he voted in favour of the bill to limit the prime minister’s term to 10 years.This came amid rife speculation about who the eight government MPs absent during the vote were.The constitutional amendment was just two votes short of being passed.Meanwhile, in a separate story, opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin questioned those blaming the opposition, arguing that the government should have ensured it had the numbers.“I would like to teach the government a lesson. If they want to pass a law requiring a two-thirds majority, they have to call each and every government MP to ensure their attendance," he said.Hamzah reiterated that the opposition bench had abstained from the vote, taking into consideration the needed improvements to the proposed amendments._________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/start?internal_source=kinitv
[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has condemned the Israel-US strikes in Iran as well as the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.He warned that the act places the Middle East on the edge of grave and sustained instability. He also tabled a motion in the Dewan Rakyat today condemning the attacks, which received support from both backbenchers and opposition MPs.Anwar said Malaysians must remain united in defending national sovereignty despite political differences, noting that speaking up on sensitive issues could invite challenges.He cautioned against dismissing the possibility of foreign interference and sabotage, stressing the need for vigilance amid emerging security threats still under investigation.Anwar said while lawmakers may clash during elections and parliamentary debates, they must not allow foreign countries or companies to exploit domestic differences to undermine the nation.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/start?internal_source=kinitv
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Former DAP MP Tony Pua has drawn parallels between the police investigation into an alleged conspiracy to topple the government and his own persecution during the 1MDB era, calling on Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to put a stop to what he described as "ridiculous nonsense".Pua, whom police investigated and barred from leaving the country during the 1MDB scandal for alleged conspiracy in activities detrimental to parliamentary democracy, said the latest probe felt unsettlingly familiar.Earlier today, the IGP said that police have launched an investigation into an alleged conspiracy to topple the government and sabotage the country's stability, involving an "influential individual" and an international media agency.Meanwhile, in a separate story, around 50 protesters led by businessperson Albert Tei gathered outside the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya today to amplify calls for the arrest of its chief, Azam Baki.Tei echoed calls for an independent royal commission of inquiry and expressed support for it to be headed by former chief justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's handling of various issues, including corruption cases and matters important to progressives and non-Malays, have led to increasing disillusionment among Pakatan Harapan's core supporters.Anwar's disenfranchised former protégé, Rafizi Ramli, however, has signalled that voters and Harapan supporters may have something to look forward to from him by June.He said they wanted to give an "option" for voters, especially the youths, but what form it would be in would take a few months to sort out.Meanwhile, in a separate story, another “Tangkap Azam Baki” protest will be held at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya at 10am this Friday to pressure the government to take strong action against the anti-graft agency and its chief commissioner.This time, the rally is propelled by controversial businessperson Albert Tei and activist Lee Wai Hong.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] DAP has doubled down on its demand for a royal commission of inquiry (RCI) in the wake of MACC’s insistence that its alleged involvement in a “corporate mafia” scheme is merely a smear campaign aimed at sullying the commission’s name.Party chairperson Gobind Singh Deo said the commission is entitled to deny the claims but stressed that “a mere denial on their part alone is insufficient”.“When the integrity of our premier anti-graft agency is called into question, a self-issued clearance simply does not measure up. On its own, it does little to restore shaken public and investor confidence,” he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PKR Youth chief Kamil Abdul Munim said he respects any proposal to establish an RCI, and agrees in principle that the truth must be upheld through a transparent, legally grounded process.However, he added that demands for an RCI should not be based solely on hearsay, assumptions, or innuendo. They must rest on strong and convincing evidence.Earlier today, the MACC had issued a second firm denial on the claims and dismissed them as baseless.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] As the controversy involving the MACC continues to escalate, the DAP will propose at this Friday's cabinet meeting the establishment of a royal commission of inquiry (RCI) to investigate the alleged "corporate mafia" scheme.In an interview with Malaysiakini, DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke said that they had first raised this proposal at the last cabinet meeting and will continue to push for it.Loke opined that the so-called "corporate mafia" scheme represented a far graver issue than the shareholding controversy.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a backbencher debating the Auditor-General’s Report today warned that the government risks public backlash unless it probes allegations involving the MACC and its chief commissioner, Azam Baki.In echoing calls for the government to set up a royal commission of inquiry (RCI), Khoo Poay Tiong (Harapan-Kota Melaka) also reiterated a demand for Azam’s resignation in the wake of two major scandals."Azam must resign, he has to go. Either he goes, or we (government) go. If we allow him (Azam) to continue as MACC chief commissioner, voters will punish us in the next general election," he said.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Malaysia is no longer tied to the 19 percent US' reciprocal tariff deal that the countries signed in October, claimed former investment, trade and industry minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz. This followed a ruling by the US Supreme Court on Feb 20, he said, which struck down most of US President Donald Trump’s earlier tariff measures imposed unilaterally against other countries. Addressing criticism from former Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli, Zafrul defended the government’s decision to finalize the trade deal before the US top court issued its ruling.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul has rejected a government MP’s bid for Parliament to discuss MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki’s share ownership in two publicly listed companies.Johari said he had decided to decline the motion submitted by DAP MP Ramkarpal Singh (Harapan-Bukit Gelugor) as the government has since established a special committee to probe the matter.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang says leaders from both rival Bersatu factions have met him following the sacking of Hamzah Zainudin and 16 others.Hadi confirmed that both Hamzah’s camp and those aligned with Muhyiddin Yassin had presented their side, stressing that PAS’ priority is to keep Perikatan Nasional intact if it hopes to govern.Meanwhile, Anthony Loke says DAP will run three rounds of public opinion polls to measure sentiment towards the government - insisting performance must be judged by data, not feelings.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa
[KiniNews] Putra president Ibrahim Ali has slammed Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for defending the MACC against public criticisms.“If principles change when power is obtained, those are not principles, but hypocrisy or being a hypocrite."Putra does not play double standards or have two, three or four faces. If it is wrong, it remains wrong. Principles do not bow to positions or power,” he stressed.Meanwhile, a Johor Umno leader has invited Bersatu members affected by the dissolution of 11 divisions in the state to join Umno.In a statement today, Johor Bahru Umno chief Yahya Jaafar said the disbandment – which includes the Johor Bahru division – should serve as a lesson that political stability and unity are crucial in safeguarding Malay interests.“Malay political strength cannot be built on fragmentation. It must be founded on unity and stability,” he said.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar has warned that more parties are on his “radar” in his uncompromising mission against corruption, and the MACC has not gone undetected.His Majesty said that corruption is a betrayal of the people’s trust, which will not be tolerated in the country’s administration.“Don’t think that fighting corruption is only focused on a few departments or those who give and receive, but also be careful of those in the police force, Immigration Department, Customs Department and many more,” he said through the Royal Press Office.Meanwhile, in a separate story, calls for former chief justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat to head investigations on the MACC and its chief Azam Baki has gained support from MPs from both sides of the aisle.Wong Chen, Teresa Kok, Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden, Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal and Isnaraissah Munirah Majilis have voiced support for Tengku Maimun to lead investigations.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa
[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has signalled that MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki need not be placed on leave even as the government establishes a task force to probe his shareholding scandal.Asked whether Azam should step aside, Anwar replied: "Let the (task force) examine the case first, we need to know if it is serious, if there is a basis, only then, we move forward."Meanwhile, in a separate story, Rafizi Ramli and seven other PKR MPs plan to rally their counterparts from DAP and Amanah to pressure Anwar to suspend Azam and launch an investigation into the allegations against him."If it came from DAP and Amanah, usually Anwar would have to think twice… and DAP has to remember that after the Sabah election, every move they make, regarding this issue, will be closely monitored by the people, especially non-Malay voters,” he added.Earlier, Azam had said that he had nothing to hide and is open to being investigated by any independent committee established by the government over his share ownership._________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Public Accounts Committee chairperson Mas Ermieyati Samsudin has told Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim that being a hardworking civil servant does not exempt anyone, not even MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki, from investigation.She stressed that it is dangerous because it involves institutional issues, misconduct, and double standards towards other civil servants.“And the premier should not take this lightly,” she told reporters at Kuala Lumpur High Court today.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the MACC has stressed that it will not comment on allegations that are defamatory in nature, speculative or that involve matters which are sub judice or subject to ongoing legal proceedings.It said this in response to Bloomberg's latest report which claimed that its top leaders had colluded with businesspersons in schemes to muscle out rivals and stage corporate takeovers.The commission rejected the allegation that its investigations are influenced by personal interests.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki today claimed that he has divested all shareholdings in any company since last year.This is after Bloomberg reported yesterday that Azam had owned 17.7 million shares in the financial services company Velocity Capital Partner Berhad.In a press conference, Azam stressed that any allegations claiming he still holds assets of any kind are untrue and malicious in intent.He added that he would be sending a letter of demand (LOD) to Bloomberg over its report.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP adviser Lim Guan Eng has urged the Public Service Department (PSD) to publicly state whether Azam had breached the 2024 Public Officers’ Conduct and Disciplinary Management Circular by purchasing an excessive number of shares in the company.He stressed that principles of integrity, accountability and transparency must be upheld for the official helming of such a critical and important post as the MACC’s chief commissioner.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Former Umno vice-president Isa Samad will begin serving his jail term today after the Federal Court reinstated his corruption convictions and imprisonment sentence this morning.The Kuala Lumpur High Court convicted the former Felda chairperson in 2021, sentencing him to six years’ imprisonment and a RM15.45 million fine, but the Court of Appeal acquitted him in 2024.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Karim has urged Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to order MACC chief Azam Baki to go on leave or terminate his contract immediately so that a MACC and/or police investigation against Azam can be carried out.This came following a Bloomberg report today that highlighted that Azam owns 17.7 million shares in financial services company Velocity Capital Partners Berhad.Azam has since said that shares had been properly declared through the Public Service Department's Human Resource Management system.He added that the shares were purchased last year and disposed of within the year.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Bersatu infighting is heating up as the divide between those supporting either party president Muhyiddin Yassin or his deputy Hamzah Zainudin threatens to become an irreparable gulf.Hamzah's allies are rallying to defend him amid speculation that groundwork is being laid to have the deputy president axed or suspended from the party.Suspended Bersatu leader Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal challenged Hamzah's enemies to “bring it on” and take action if they dare.This came following reports that Hamzah has been summoned for the second time by the party’s disciplinary board over allegations of misconduct against Muhyiddin.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Lawyers for Liberty (LFL) has urged Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to retract his directive for local councils to “clean up (membersihkan)” houses of worship built in violation of the law.A more holistic and respectful approach must be employed when discussing the matters affecting the houses of worship of any religious community in Malaysia, said LFL executive director Zaid Malek.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil slammed opposition chief whip Takiyuddin Hassan for purportedly questioning International Islamic University Malaysia's (IIUM) competence in conducting a feasibility study on mayoral polls in Kuala Lumpur.Fahmi claimed that Takiyuddin was looking down on IIUM, despite the university having produced leaders not only for Malaysia, but also for other countries."A secretary-general for a party that has lorries of prime ministerial candidates, but he has such an attitude. To me, it's a very ugly attitude to have," the Lembah Pantai MP told a press conference at his ministry in Putrajaya this evening.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a PKR veteran has opined that Rafizi Ramli should not only be given space to voice criticism of the government, but also considered to lead the party as its next president.According to Hassan Karim, Rafizi's criticisms are not slanderous but are grounded in the former economy minister's expertise and experience, particularly in policy and governance matters.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Several opposition MPs have called for a debate in the Dewan Rakyat concerning the Malaysia-Indonesia border negotiations in south Sabah and north Kalimantan.This came following Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's ministerial briefing on the matter in the Dewan Rakyat yesterday, during which he also described the claims of alleged treason as lies and misinformation.In a joint press conference today, Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal said that he had filed a motion under Standing Order 18(1) and 18(2) to seek an urgent debate as there are still many outstanding issues to be resolved.Meanwhile, in a separate story, during the press conference, Kota Bharu MP Takiyuddin Hassan targeted Anwar's remarks against the opposition on the matter.“We were not allowed to debate, but we were called stupid. To find out who is stupid and who is not, open up a debate,” said the PAS secretary-general.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa
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