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KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has taken his legal battle over the DNAA in the Yayasan Akalbudi case to the Federal Court, seeking to challenge a Court of Appeal ruling that allowed the Malaysian Bar to proceed with its legal challenge against the Attorney-General’s decision. Meanwhile in Kedah, Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Nor says two Bersatu assemblypersons expelled from the party will remain in their state government posts, highlighting ongoing tensions between party discipline and state-level administration within Perikatan Nasional.___________________📌 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] We look at the shifting dynamics in Malaysian politics - from escalating tensions between PAS and Bersatu within Perikatan Nasional, to growing questions surrounding the emergence of Parti Bersama Malaysia led by Rafizi Ramli and Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad.Bersatu yesterday issued a five-point rebuttal to PAS after party president Abdul Hadi Awang publicly criticised the coalition partner — exposing increasingly open disagreements within PN over leadership, strategy and political direction.We also look at the controversy involving Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil after his TikTok account allegedly reposted a video containing claims about Bersama and Rafizi’s funding.___________________📌 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 on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] With temperatures rising amid speculation of a general election, PAS today issued a stern warning to Bersatu, even stating that the party may review its cooperation with the latter.PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang stressed that his party has remained patient with unilateral actions that he claimed that Bersatu had taken.“We are not disappointed… we are patient, (but) patience has its limits,” he told a press conference in Rusila, Terengganu.Meanwhile, in a separate story, MACC chief commissioner Abdul Halim Aman’s recent confirmation that the probe into the Arm Holdings deal is still ongoing has reignited scrutiny over remarks previously made by his predecessor, Azam Baki.Bangi MP Syahredzan Johan said Azam’s earlier assertion that the MACC would recommend charges against two individuals was premature as investigations had not yet been completed.___________________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] Pandan PKR Youth deputy chief Haqimi Zamri has announced his resignation and exit from PKR effective immediately.He also claimed that 18 other leaders from the division’s youth wing and its permanent chairperson have also resigned, which means that the Pandan PKR Youth leadership structure has lost its quorum and is automatically dissolvedHe added that they had decided to continue standing with former Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli.In response, PKR Youth legal and public complaints bureau chief Khairul Naim Rafidi said that their resignation does not automatically trigger the wing’s dissolution.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former deputy law minister Hanipa Maidin has weighed in on the ongoing police investigation into DAP veteran Tony Pua over his remarks related to the royal institution and the Rukun Negara.Hanipa questioned whether the investigation was a necessary action or a legal overreach.___________________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] Rafizi Ramli has dismissed PKR secretary-general Fuziah Salleh’s claim that he joined Bersama before resigning from PKR, and challenged Fuziah to bring her alleged screenshot evidence to court.He said Fuziah’s claim wouldn’t withstand scrutiny, insisting that official party records would clearly show he joined Bersama only after resigning as an MP and a PKR member.Rafizi said proof of political party membership in court is determined by official records of the party concerned, adding that Bersama’s records could verify the sequence of events.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP veteran Tony Pua has faced criticism from several quarters and police reports has also been lodged against him over his remarks on the monarchy.Yetsreday, Pua had said that Malaysian monarchs are bound by the constitutional system and can’t issue binding decrees to legislate all aspects of people’s lives.This follows Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah’s call for state representatives to understand the Rukun Negara.___________________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] Rafizi Ramli and Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad have submitted their formal letters to Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul, notifying him of their resignations as MPs for their respective constituencies in Pandan and Setiawangsa.The duo said that their resignations take effect today."The right and honourable course of action is to return the mandate to the constituents of Pandan and Setiawangsa, given that we were elected on a Pakatan Harapan ticket at the last general election," they said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PKR secretary-general Fuziah Salleh claimed to have time-stamped evidence that Rafizi and Nik Nazmi had already joined Parti Bersama Malaysia (Bersama) on Saturday, thereby violating their 2022 election bond with PKR.She said the evidence refuted the duo's planned timeline to avoid paying PKR RM10 million in penalties each.___________________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] Higher Education minister Zambry Abdul Kadir said that Putrajaya is not compromising the national education system with the latest policy for UEC, tahfiz students’ to enter public varsities.Zambry was responding to PAS information chief Ahmad Fadli Shaari, who accused the government of using tahfiz students to distract from UEC graduates’ entry.Separately, Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung has questioned Selangor PAS Youth’s rally move which will be held in Shah Alam tomorrow. He said the youth wing is using their ‘right to assemble’ to deny Selangor assemblyperson Wong Siew Ki’s ‘right to speak’ on the pig farming issue.___________________📌 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 on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli has questioned whether the investigation involving him could have been influenced by emotional factors.This follows former MACC chief Azam Baki’s farewell speech, in which he said he would not forgive those who had launched personal attacks against him and his family.Rafizi raised this outside the MACC headquarters this morning after arriving to submit additional evidence to the anti-graft agency in relation to the probe into the RM1.1 billion semiconductor deal with UK-based Arm Holdings.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng has called on the government to send a diplomatic protest to the United States over attempts by Low Taek Jho to seek a pardon from US President Donald Trump for crimes linked to the 1MDB scandal.“In this issue, Malaysia cannot be seen to be slow and calculative. An official protest must be sent through diplomatic channels to the US," he said.___________________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] Eight central leadership council members of PKR’s student wing, Mahasiswa Keadilan Malaysia (MKM), announced that they have quit the party, citing a loss of confidence in party president Anwar Ibrahim in his capacity as prime minister.Its chairperson, Ram Erfan Zur Nuqman, confirmed the matter during a press conference in Petaling Jaya last night.“We reject the culture of blindly defending the party while the principles of the struggle are increasingly being abandoned. Accordingly, eight members of the MKM central leadership council are announcing their resignation from the party today,” he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a DAP MP has reminded the government that income bracket labels do not necessarily reflect a person’s actual financial circumstances.Kepong lawmaker Lim Lip Eng stressed that any plan to remove the full fuel subsidy for those in the T20 high-income group must be supported by a sound and effective mechanism.He said the government must not make the mistake of looking only at income while ignoring real-life expenses.___________________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] Outgoing MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki has questioned motives behind the organising of protests against the anti-graft agency, dismissing such displays from “problematic” individuals seeking to serve their self-interests.Azam, whose contract is due to expire tomorrow, asserted that those who hold demonstrations outside the MACC’s headquarters, criticise the MACC or lodge police reports are plagued by “problems” of their own, whether in the form of emotional issues or legal matters.“Some have been charged in court, (but) they choose to gather in front of our office - maybe they are hoping for sympathy so that their case will be withdrawn,” he theorised during a podcast session which aired today.He said this when asked for his thoughts on those who had supposedly attempted to “destabilise” the MACC by issuing criticisms, holding protests, and filing police reports.Meanwhile, in a separate story, barely an hour after PKR’s student wing, Mahasiswa Keadilan Malaysia (MKM), issued a statement on “losing confidence” in the party under the leadership of Anwar Ibrahim, the wing’s secretary-general, Aqeef Salih, issued a denial.Afqeef claimed that the earlier media statement did not represent the wing’s official stance.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/start?internal_source=kinitv

KiniNews is now also available on Spotify & Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Speculation is mounting as Nurul Izzah Anwar may contest a Federal Territories parliamentary seat in the next general election.At least three PKR sources told Malaysiakini that Nurul Izzah could move to her mother, Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail’s Bandar Tun Razak constituency.Meanwhile, Pakatan Harapan is holding a convention in Johor on May 17, 2026 amid growing speculation on the possibility of snap state and federal polls.The convention was announced over a joint statement by PKR information chief Fahmi Fadzil, Amanah vice-president Adly Zahari, and DAP national vice-chairperson Syahredzan Johan.___________________📌 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 on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Hundreds of Pakatan Harapan supporters gathered in Seremban last night as coalition leaders sought to reassure the public that the state administration, together with Barisan Nasional, remained intact despite Negeri Sembilan Umno’s insistence that its 14 assemblypersons had lost confidence in Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun.Chants of “Tolak Umno” (“Reject Umno”) were heard at the ceramah before the arrival of Harapan leaders and again at the end of the event.During his speech, Aminuddin had also signalled the possibility of a snap state election.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah has put his foot down on the issue of pig farming in Selangor, a day after it was announced that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim conveyed the government’s stand on the matter to the ruler.Sultan Sharafuddin's private secretary Munir Bani said the ruler has called on all parties to stop discussing the continuation of pig farming in the state.___________________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] Two individuals were identified for possible criminal charges over the government’s RM1.1 billion deal with semiconductor firm Arm Holdings, said MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki.In a press conference today, he said it will be up to the attorney-general to decide on whether to charge them when the time comes.However, Azam declined to confirm if ex-economy minister Rafizi Ramli was one of them.He added that the anti-graft agency is calling two more witnesses before wrapping up the investigation - one in Taiwan and another in Malaysia.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s former aide, Farhash Wafa Salvador Rizal Mubarak, has denied allegations that he was instructed to steal money and stash it in Africa.Denying claims that he has also become a Turkish citizen, the corporate figure accused those implicating him in the matter of harbouring “ulterior motives to gain political mileage.”___________________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] Former economy minister Rafizi Ramli described his first day of questioning by the MACC regarding the government’s deal with semiconductor firm Arm Holdings as being focused on procedural matters.“It is straightforward because the investigation, at this stage, is not related to money or corruption, but concerns procedures… all of which are in government records,” he told reporters before heading into the MACC headquarters this morning for a second day of questioning.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP adviser Lim Guan Eng has branded Umno and BN as “untrustworthy partners” in the unity government and urged the rakyat to reject them in the next election.The Bagan MP cited Negeri Sembilan BN’s recent attempt to topple Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun as proof that Pakatan Harapan cannot rely on its friendship.Lim said this in response to criticism of the Rain Rave Water Festival 2026, including from BN, UMNO, PN and PAS.___________________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] MACC is grilling former economy minister Rafizi Ramli today over the probe into the government's RM1.1 billion deal with semiconductor giant Arm Holdings.Rafizi arrived at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya at around 9.30am and was greeted by several of his supporters.Previously, Rafizi had said that he expects to be charged, but that it would be an interesting trial as multiple ministers, including Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, will have to testify.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Anwar said the government acknowledges cost-of-living pressures but said responses must be targeted and measured.He explained that this is because not all issues can be fully resolved due to the country’s financial constraints, especially amid an uncertain global environment.___________________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] The counsel representing the families of three men fatally shot by the police in Durian Tunggal, Malacca, confirmed that authorities have taken the mobile phone, which contains an audio recording of the incident, as part of their investigation.Lawyer Rajesh Nagarajan said the audio, recorded by one of the men’s wives, a woman known only as Jayashree, proved that there was no attack on the police, as previously alleged.At a press conference later, the lawyer said that the Forensics Department under the Digital Ministry extracted the original audio and took a sample of Jayashree’s voice to compare it with the audio in the phone to ensure its authenticity.Meanwhile, in a separate story, MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki has hinted that his tenure will end when his contract expires in May next year.Azam said today that his thrice-extended contract had already drawn criticism from certain quarters.___________________📌 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 secretary-general Anthony Loke says Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi opposes any attempt to form a “tebuk atap” (backdoor) state government in Negeri Sembilan.Loke claimed Zahid raised the matter during yesterday’s Cabinet meeting, following reports that 14 BN assemblymen had withdrawn support for Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun.Meanwhile, the political crisis in Negeri Sembilan remains unresolved, despite Umno’s decision to continue supporting the Pakatan Harapan-led unity government.This is because all 14 Umno assemblymen are maintaining their stance of withdrawing support and have lost confidence in the Menteri Besar.___________________📌 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!—

KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Khairy Jamaluddin has reminded PKR critics who condemned Negeri Sembilan Umno’s move to declare no confidence in Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun of the 2008 attempt to topple the federal government.Khairy hit back at those accusing Umno of engaging in “backdoor” or tebuk atap politics by capitalising on a crisis to stage a coup.He suggested they revisit then opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim’s bid to bring down the Barisan Nasional (BN) government in 2008.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Negeri Sembilan Umno chief Jalaluddin Alias has denied claims that four of the party’s assemblypersons had made a U-turn to support Aminuddin as MB again.Speaking at a press conference in Seremban today, Jalaluddin said the claims were untrue and that there had been no change to their position.__________________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] Rafizi Ramli advised the anti-graft agency to email him if they are interested in recording his statement for their probe involving an RM1.1 billion government deal with British semiconductor giant Arm Holdings.The Pandan MP said that it is the preferred method of contacting him since he does not use WhatsApp or answer calls from unknown numbers.“Don’t worry, I have never run away. I have been detained by authorities dozens of times since 2010, and not once have I fled,” he added.Rafizi said this after his ex-aide, James Chai, presented himself at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya today to facilitate the graft buster’s investigation. Meanwhile, in a separate story, Negeri Sembilan BN, led by Umno, has requested an audience with Yang di-Pertuan Besar Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir regarding the latest developments following their withdrawal of support for Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun.Its chairperson, Jalaluddin Alias, said they are prepared to become the opposition if Pakatan Harapan continues to lead the state.___________________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] Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun will continue leading the state under a "minority government", as per the Yang di-Pertuan Besar Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir's instructions.Aminuddin said he had held an audience with the state ruler after all 14 Umno assemblypersons declared the withdrawal of their support for the menteri besar's leadership."Tuanku Muhriz advised and decreed that I continue my duties as the menteri besar as usual. (The decision) will ensure that the state's administrative duties are able to proceed smoothly," Aminuddin told a press conference at his official residence in Seremban today.Meanwhile, Negeri Sembilan Perikatan Nasional has announced its readiness to cooperate with BN.All five PN state assemblypersons in Negeri Sembilan made the announcement at a press conference in Seremban earlier today, shortly after BN declared a loss of confidence in Aminuddin.________________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] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has presented Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar with a list of candidates to be the new MACC chief commissioner.When asked about the number of people on the list, the premier jokingly responded that he had submitted 120 names to the king.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Anwar described allegations that his visit to Africa last year was to stash embezzled funds as gross slander."So many issues... I don't think I need to respond to this one. If the person makes a claim, then he or she must provide proof," he said.He was responding to questions over claims in a new video clip that had surfaced recently.___________________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] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has held several meetings with PKR lawmakers who are aligned with his estranged former deputy, Rafizi Ramli.Commenting on this, Rafizi, who was not part of the meet-ups, said the dialogues were neither nefarious nor out of the ordinary, but harmonious and “fatherly”.“My impression was… it was a normal conversation. PM assured the backbenchers that he met that he respects the right of these backbenchers to voice out. It’s mostly very fatherly,” he told reporters.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar has announced that he will determine a new candidate to lead the MACC, indicating that the tenure of the current chief commissioner, Azam Baki, will not be extended.“His Majesty has decreed that he will select a new chief commissioner of the MACC to lead the agency," said the Royal Press Office.___________________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] Negeri Sembilan’s Undang Yang Empat’s move to depose Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir as Yang di-Pertuan Besar is valid, opined former menteri besar Rais Yatim.However, Rais, who is also a scholar of adat perpatih - the Minangkabau customary law - suggested that the royal crisis be resolved amicably so as not to tarnish the customs and the names of any quarter.He explained that the chieftains or undangs of Sungai Ujong, Jelebu, Rembau, and Johol - who hold the power to appoint the Yang di-Pertuan Besar - also have the right to depose the state ruler under Article 10 of the Negeri Sembilan constitution.Meanwhile, in a separate story, two individuals, including the deputy chairperson of a non-governmental organisation, have been remanded for four days, from today.This is to assist in investigations into the alleged misappropriation of about RM230 million in zakat funds.__________________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] After invoking their authority to “sack” Negeri Sembilan ruler Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir, the state's territorial chieftains are now going after Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun.The Undang Yang Empat - together with another state chieftain, the Tunku Besar Tampin - called for the members of the Negeri Sembilan state assembly to remove Aminuddin from office."We hereby proclaim that Aminuddin is unfit to lead the state administration and thus he should rightfully be removed from the office," they said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Puchong PKR division chief Zaihasri Jaafar has described a commotion at its recent annual general division meeting as a “minor commotion” typical of the party's democratic process and maintained that the overall meeting proceeded smoothly.He also claimed that the unrest was instigated by a committee member who had ignored decorum and acted in an unruly manner when he seized a microphone and demanded to speak.___________________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] Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun said a declaration by the state’s four chieftains removing Yang di-Pertuan Besar Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir from the throne is invalid.He argued that this is because the undang (ruling chief) of Sungai Ujong, Mubarak Thahak, had already been sacked.However, Aminuddin’s response does not take into account that the other three undangs also agreed to invoke their power to remove Tuanku Muhriz, and that state law does not require a decision by all four of the chieftains.The state’s four chieftains, by powers vested in them via the Negeri Sembilan Constitution, are responsible for electing the state’s ruler - the Yang di-Pertuan Besar or Yamtuan Besar - from among the descendants of Raja Radin Raja Lenggang.Yesterday, Mubarak and the three other undangs met and said that they had unanimously agreed to remove Tuanku Muhriz as Yang di-Pertuan Besar.They also issued a proclamation for Tunku Nadzaruddin Tuanku Ja’afar to be installed as the next Yang di-Pertuan Besar with immediate effect.___________________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] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim told reporters today that the government is prioritising fuel for domestic needs.This was in response to reports that Malaysia is selling its fuel supply to Australia.Anwar said they would only consider supplying fuel if there is a surplus.Meanwhile, in a separate story, James Chai, who was an aide to former economy minister Rafizi Ramli, will return to Malaysia for questioning by the MACC regarding the RM1.1 billion government deal with British semiconductor giant Arm Holdings.His lawyer, Ragunath Kesavan, confirmed this to Malaysiakini today.___________________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] Businessperson Albert Tei, who has been on a warpath against MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki since exposing the Sabah mining scandal, has now submitted a memorandum to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.The memorandum calls for action against Azam over his shareholding controversy and on the allegations against the MACC.Claiming that the government has failed to address the issue effectively, Tei said: “We as Malaysians have the right to know what is happening.”The MACC has denied any involvement in the alleged corporate mafia, which was first exposed by Bloomberg.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a former express bus driver and a woman have been remanded for four days, from today until Sunday, to assist in investigations into alleged dangerous driving.They are being investigated over an incident involving the former driver, who was alleged to have driven dangerously while engaging in inappropriate behaviour with a woman on the North-South Expressway.___________________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] Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Karim has urged police to confirm whether they have arrested a woman for allegedly criticising Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.This is after the police’s silence for more than 24 hours since press queries about the reported arrest of a TikTok user who goes by Jorjet Myla under the Sedition Act, purportedly over a video rant against the premier.When contacted, Hassan said under the Police Act, all police action must be transparent and in compliance with regulations.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Court of Appeal was told today that the 2023 decision to grant Ahmad Zahid Hamidi a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) in his Yayasan Akalbudi corruption case did not break any law.Senior federal counsel Ahmad Hanir Hambaly submitted that the public prosecutor (PP)’s DNAA decision was made within the scope of his powers and jurisdiction under Article 145(3) of the Federal Constitution and Section 254 of the Criminal Procedure Code.__________________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] The MACC is reported to have deployed its special tactical squad and heightened security at an event featuring its chief commissioner Azam Baki today.The elite officers were stationed at every entrance of the Bangi Avenue Convention Centre, where Azam gave a convocation speech to civil servants who are now certified integrity officers (CeIO) after attending programmes organised by the Malaysia Anti-Corruption Academy last year.Besides the tactical squad, several media outlets reported that police and auxiliary police were also stationed at the venue.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former economy minister Rafizi Ramli has dismissed claims that RM750 million of public funds was spent on vending machines under the People’s Income Initiative.Responding to Human Resources Minister R Ramanan’s criticism of the initiative, Rafizi said the attack was misguided and based on inaccurate information.___________________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] Umno Supreme Council member Puad Zarkashi has hit out at Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli over his remarks on the possibility of a by-election in the Pandan constituency.Puad accused Rafizi of provoking the issue to gain sympathy and said it would only drag the country into wasting public funds.He said this in response to Rafizi's remarks in a podcast released last week, where he claimed that PKR could be pushing for a by-election in his constituency and might nominate former investment, trade and industry minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz as their candidate.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a trade association said that the widening difference between subsidised and market-rate fuel prices, on top of extra costs for digital purchases, is among the reasons why certain petrol stations in the country are running out of fuel.Bumiputera Petrol Station Dealers’ Association of Malaysia president Abdul Aziz Sapian told Malaysiakini that the supply disruption is not merely a temporary logistical issue, but reflects a structural mismatch within the existing system.___________________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] Former PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli has urged the party to sack him if it deems him in violation of disciplinary rules, following the party’s decision to serve him with a second show-cause letter.Rafizi said this while responding to a April 9 letter from PKR’s disciplinary board, which outlined several alleged infractions which had supposedly tarnished the party’s name.In his reply, Rafizi called on the board to make a firm and quick decision in determining his fate with the party, cautioning against “further delays” as the rakyat are “already nauseated”.Meanwhile, when asked about Rafizi's remarks, PKR president Anwar Ibrahim declined to comment.Anwar said that as prime minister, his priority is to resolve the country’s economic problems amid a challenging situation.“The country’s economic issues are more serious than personal problems,” he said.___________________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] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim this morning took a swipe at a certain “ulama with a huge following” for allegedly confusing the public with comments on the oil crisis.While he did not name names, it is believed Anwar’s criticism targeted PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang, who yesterday claimed Malaysia had no reason to increase its fuel prices.In a speech addressing civil servants in Putrajaya, the prime minister said he is not helping and is even confusing (the people).Meanwhile, in a separate story, three youth activists who were detained after waving the “Tangkap Azam Baki” placards and heckling MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki during his public address at an integrity forum were released early this morning.Liga Rakyat Demokratik president Hamdin Nordin shared an update with a photo of him, Liga Mahasiswa activist Ahsanul Akmal Sulam, and Mandiri coordinator Fakrurrazzi Khairur Rijal posing outside the Dang Wangi police headquarters.___________________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] The Tangkap Azam Baki Secretariat has described the detention of three youths under investigation for allegedly disrupting MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki’s speech yesterday as an attempt by authorities to silence anti-corruption activists.Group spokesperson Alyaah Hani Anuar, responding to the arrest and three-day remand, said the arrest was a betrayal of freedom of speech.A magistrate this morning granted a three-day remand order for the three, Liga Rakyat Demokratik president Hamdin Nordin, Liga Mahasiswa activist Ahsanul Akmal Sulam, and Mandiri coordinator Fakrurrazzi Khairur Rijal.Meanwhile, in a separate story, US President Donald Trump announced Tuesday a two-week suspension of military action against Iran.Trump said that after conversations with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and army chief Asim Munir, he agreed to halt planned strikes for two weeks, subject to Iran agreeing to the complete, immediate and safe opening of the Strait of Hormuz.___________________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] A small group of protesters disrupted a speech by MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki at an event in the Putra World Trade Centre today.They were seen waving “Tangkap Azam Baki” and “Azam Baki simbol reformati” during the MACC chief's speech at the Wacana Ilmiah Perdana event.Meanwhile, 29-year-old Shafiq Salleh has been charged with murder for causing three deaths in the fatal Segamat crash.The crash killed K Myakrishnan, his wife, S Sevendai, and her brother S Palamiandy.___________________📌 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 toured three states in as many days, attending political programmes alongside official duties. Meanwhile, Perikatan Nasional chief Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar joined a 10km motorcycle convoy with the menteris besar of Kelantan, Kedah, and Perlis.Yesterday, Anwar commended Hassan for his loyalty to the party despite his criticism and confided that Hassan would campaign for any PKR candidate during elections.His remarks came after a heated exchange between Hassan and PKR vice president R Ramanan when Ramanan criticised Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli on stage.___________________📌 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] The Attorney-General’s Chambers’ (AGC) decision to charge a driver with murder doesn’t mean the accused will be acquitted if the prosecution fails to prove intent, a lawyer said.Arguing in favour of the murder charge, lawyer Haniff Khatri Abdulla said that even if the prosecution fails to make a case under Section 300 of the Penal Code stick, the law allows for a different charge to be applied at the end of the prosecution.“The court can, on the application of any party or of its own volition, change the charge to something more appropriate," he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Environment Department (DOE) director-general Wan Abdul Latiff Wan Jaffar was charged this morning at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court with receiving a RM100,000 bribe last year in relation to an infrastructure project in Penang.The director-general, who turns 59 in August, pleaded not guilty to the charge before judge Suzana Hussin.___________________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] Attorney-General Dusuki Mokhtar has defended the decision to bring murder and drug-related charges over the death of factory worker and delivery rider Amirul Hafiz Omar.The move comes amid questions over the difficulty of securing a murder conviction, which requires prosecutors to prove intent or that the accused knew their actions could likely cause death.There were also queries as to why the prosecution did not additionally pursue a charge under the Road Transport Act for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the country is currently in crisis preparedness mode following global uncertainties which affect fuel prices.He said the current situation was caused by the global crisis and required the cooperation of all parties to deal with it together.___________________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] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and the cabinet are committed to disclosing MACC-linked investigations, once both aspects are thoroughly probed, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.Fahmi said this in response to a question from a Bloomberg representative, who sought clarity on when the report on MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki’s shareholding will be made public, as well as his assurance that the report will be disclosed in its entiretyMeanwhile, in a separate story, a 28-year-old man was charged with murder today for the death of delivery rider Amirul Hafiz Omar.R Saktygaanapathy, however, did not enter a plea when charged at the Magistrate's Court. This is because murder cases are under the High Court's jurisdiction.Amirul's widow and mother of their three children, Nor Nadia Abdul Majid, wants the accused to pay with his life.___________________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] The Kuala Lumpur High Court has ordered former premier Najib Abdul Razak to repay SRC International Sdn Bhd US$1.18 billion (RM4.77 billion) for losses the government-linked company had suffered.He was also directed to repay US$120 million of SRC funds that flowed into the former finance minister’s bank account.Judge Ahmad Fairuz Zainal Abidin delivered the ruling today in SRC’s civil suit against Najib and the company’s former chief executive officer, Nik Faisal Ariff Kamil, who is still at large.Meanwhile, in a separate story, more than 15 hours after businessperson Victor Chin’s deadline for a PKR MP to return RM9.5 million allegedly taken to help settle the "corporate mafia" scandal, the investor has yet to reveal the lawmaker’s identity.This has sparked speculation that the matter may have been resolved, possibly through a full refund to Chin.___________________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] PAS has challenged Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to take legal action against Bloomberg if claims in a report against his leadership is not true.The media agency’s latest report quoted unnamed sources claiming that Anwar had asked “key people” in a probe on MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki’s shareholdings to hold off from making their findings public.PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari said the government must answer all the allegations levelled at them.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the death of a motorcyclist yesterday morning, following a collision with a driver who tested positive for alcohol and drugs, has reignited public fury over the menace of impaired driving on Malaysian roads.The Klang Magistrate’s Court granted a four-day remand order for the driver in his 20s today.___________________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] Rafizi Ramli has “revealed” the identity of one “Mr R” and name-drops Mr R’s boss. In a Youtube video posted last night, Rafizi alleged that Mr R acted as a middleman who worked closely with the “corporate mafia”. He also claimed Mr R reported to a former aide of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Meanwhile, opposition MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal said Perikatan Nasional has no formula to reconcile the conflict between the camps aligned with Muhyiddin Yassin and Hamzah Zainudin.The former Bersatu youth chief said that ahead of the next general election, PN needs to decide between maintaining its relationship with the party or working together with Hamzah and his new party.___________________📌 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/jPylPZCBusinessperson Victor Chin claims the money he allegedly paid to a PKR MP was a “service fee” to protect himself and his family.In a statement today, he said the amount was not meant to shut down investigations against him. Instead, he claims he was under pressure and forced to surrender his shares for free.Meanwhile, former PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli believes Chin has concrete evidence of the scandal, or he would not have dared issue such an ultimatum.In a brief YouTube video posted last night, the former PKR deputy president suggested Chin may have recorded his conversation with the MP, whom he has given until Monday (March 30) to return the money or be publicly named.[KiniNews] _________________📌 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

Human Resources Minister R Ramanan has denied claims that he solicited RM10 million from businessperson Victor Chin over issues linked to the alleged “corporate mafia”.Ramanan, who is also a PKR vice-president, said he has never met Chin and insisted the accusations were being spread by “irresponsible parties”, adding that police reports will be lodged.Meanwhile, former PKR vice-president Sivarasa Rasiah has blasted Chin over the allegation, mocking him as an “imitator” of Sabah whistleblower Albert Tei.Sivarasa also challenged Chin to lodge a police report, hold a press conference, and publicly name the PKR lawmaker he claims was involved.

KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Rafizi Ramli has warned that the government could be hit with another series of "explosive leaks” if it only targets businessperson Victor Chin over the “corporate mafia” allegations.The Pandan MP said he believed Chin probably keeps records and proof of all transactions he made in the course of his business, just like businessperson Albert Tei did in the Sabah mining corruption scandal."So, I would like to advise those in Putrajaya, those in the close circles of (Prime Minister) Anwar Ibrahim, Bukit Aman, and MACC: you should be careful," he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, self-proclaimed activist Tamim Dahri Abdul Razak, who is being sought by authorities over the desecration of a sacred Hindu symbol, has agreed to surrender but on one condition.Tamim said he would return to the country and turn himself in to the police if authorities demolish a list of allegedly "illegal" Hindu temples.___________________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] Larut MP Hamzah Zainudin has openly linked his expulsion from Bersatu to party president Muhyiddin Yassin, claiming that the latter may have intended the move to “teach him a lesson”, but ended up with the opposite result.“Perhaps my expulsion was something that people would say was meant to ‘teach Larut a lesson’, but he was mistaken - it turns out it’s not easy to teach Larut a lesson. And it ended up backfiring on him - ‘now it’s your turn to learn a lesson’,” he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story several DAP leaders have slammed fellow party member, Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) M Kulasegaran, for his appearance alongside activist Arun Dorasamy at the Jawi Magistrate’s Court in Penang yesterday.Bangi MP Syahredzan Johan, Bentong MP Young Syefura Othman, Bukit Bendera MP Syerleena Abdul Rashid, and central executive committee member Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali said that while they respected Kulasegaran’s position as a party veteran, his action is inadmissible, especially given his capacity in the government.“The said action has sparked public controversy regarding the integrity of the country’s legal syste," they said.___________________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] Independent preacher Zamri Vinoth pleaded not guilty at the Kuala Lumpur Magistrates' Court this morning, to a charge under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code, which criminalises statements made with the intent to cause, or which may cause, disturbance to the public.He was accused of committing the offence through a Facebook post on February 3 about a gathering involving “illegal temples,” which was reported by a complainant in Kuala Lumpur.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Businessperson Victor Chin - who is accused of being an alleged member of the so-called "corporate mafia" - has questioned why authorities raided his home last week.Chin said he had been cooperating with police in investigations since December, and had even been remanded for three days as part of a probe into the “corporate mafia” and alleged money laundering.He added that he will be submitting all evidence and supporting documents proving that he is not involved in the “corporate mafia” to his lawyers.___________________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] Khairy Jamaluddin has submitted an appeal to rejoin Umno, three years after the party expelled the former minister.The application was submitted last night to Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, who had axed Khairy amid an attempt to challenge him for control of the party in early 2023.Zahid said Khairy’s appeal exemplified the “Rumah Bangsa” initiative, which sought to form a big umbrella for Malay-Muslim politicians.Meanwhile, in a separate story, businessperson Victor Chin said any investigations into alleged corporate intimidation should include the “roles and conduct” of the MACC and police.Chin, who is being probed for alleged involvement in a so-called “corporate mafia”, told Bloomberg that he supports the calls for a royal commission of inquiry (RCI), but stressed that any investigation must not focus on the corporate mafia allegations alone, but include enforcement agencies.MACC has previously issued a firm denial regarding the claims, dismissing them as baseless while alleging they are part of a smear campaign intended to undermine the agency’s reputation.___________________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] Businessperson Albert Tei, who exposed the Sabah mining scandal, today released to the media two images purportedly showing “armed” MACC officers at his residence during his arrest last November.The images, which are identical, showed what looked like two individuals in tactical gear and balaclavas standing on a staircase, with one of them appearing to be holding something in his hands.Tei believes the images reaffirm his claim that balaclava-clad MACC officers pointed pistols at him, his wife, mother-in-law, and the family’s domestic helper during his arrest on Nov 28.Malaysiakini has reached out to MACC for comments.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke said although the party was unable to persuade the cabinet to establish a royal commission of inquiry (RCI), the authorities have nevertheless expanded investigations into the alleged “corporate mafia”.He stressed that since investigations are underway, there must eventually be an outcome, and DAP will continue to follow up on the matter.___________________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] Three lawmakers from both sides of the aisle have raised concerns that the MACC is involved in the multi-agency probe that the cabinet had ordered into the "corporate mafia" claims.They also opined that the multi-agency probe in itself is insufficient and should instead be part of an investigation led by a royal commission of inquiry (RCI).Yesterday, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the cabinet had ordered the police, Inland Revenue Board (IRB), MACC and Securities Commission (SC), among others, to investigate the "corporate mafia" claims and look into loopholes that allow for "corporate manipulation".Meanwhile, in a separate story, Lawyer Nizamuddin Hamid, who is representing Na’imah Abdul Khalid, was called in for questioning at Bukit Aman today.He had his statement recorded to assist in investigations into allegations of a plot to overthrow the government and undermine national stability, reportedly involving a local influential figure and an international media agency.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/start?internal_source=kinitv ---[AD[ Spread the Rezeki this Raya with over RM2,000,000* in rewards from Tropicana! ✨Get a Samsung Music Frame, 100% Legal Fees covered & more* when you purchase selected properties.👇 Click for full info🔗 https://bit.ly/raya26-mkvideo📆 1 Mar – 18 Apr 2026*T&Cs apply.

KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] The lead prosecutor in Muhyiddin Yassin’s corruption trial has defended the use of edited videos in his case against the Bersatu president amid criticism levelled against perceived double standards by the MACC.This is after the Center to Combat Corruption and Cronyism (C4 Center) yesterday urged MACC to clarify its position on using edited videos as evidence in investigations into the former premier.Newly appointed deputy head II of the Attorney-General’s Chambers Trial and Appeal division, Wan Shaharuddin Wan Ladin, said it was his decision to use edited videos in the trial, and not Azam's.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced austerity measures for the government amid skyrocketing oil prices due to the intensifying conflict in the Middle East.While assuring that Putrajaya will maintain the Budi95 fuel subsidy for Malaysians, Anwar said foreign travel for ministers and all government departments will be limited, except for those that have already been scheduled and are compulsory to attend.Ministries, agencies and government-linked companies (GLCs) will also not be hosting Hari Raya Aidilfitri open house celebrations this year.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/start?internal_source=kinitv