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The Star
4 days ago
- Business
- The Star
IIUM gets new president
INTERNATIONAL Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) has appointed Tan Sri Abdul Rashid Hussain (pic) as its 10th president. He takes over from Tan Sri Samsudin Osman, whose term ended on June 30. Abdul Rashid's appointment for a three-year term started on July 1. The term, which will end on June 30, 2028, was made with the consent of IIUM constitutional head Tengku Ampuan Pahang Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah Almarhum Sultan Iskandar. Abdul Rashid was appointed in recognition of his distinguished leadership and reputation in the Malaysian corporate sector, particularly in Islamic finance. The founder of Rashid Hussain Berhad (RHB) banking group has been serving as Tabung Haji's chairman of the board of directors since 2023. He also served as a member of the IIUM board of governors since 2018, and was appointed as Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM) pro-chancellor in 2024. The Higher Education Ministry, in a statement dated July 1, expressed confidence that Abdul Rashid's appointment would further strengthen IIUM's role as a centre of excellence rooted in Islamic values, while enhancing its visibility and competitiveness both nationally and internationally.
The Sun
01-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Abdul Rashid Hussain named IIUM's 10th president effective today
KUALA LUMPUR: Tan Sri Abdul Rashid Hussain, chairman of Tabung Haji's board of directors, has been appointed as the 10th president of the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) for a three-year term starting today. The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) confirmed the appointment in a statement, noting that IIUM's Constitutional Head, Tengku Ampuan Pahang Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah, approved the selection. Abdul Rashid succeeds Tan Sri Samsudin Osman, whose tenure as the ninth president concluded. A prominent figure in Malaysia's corporate sector, Abdul Rashid is the founder of Rashid Hussain Berhad (RHB) Banking Group. He joined IIUM's board of governors in 2018 and has served as pro-chancellor of Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM) since 2023. MOHE highlighted his strong credentials in Islamic finance as a key factor in his appointment. 'The ministry is confident that Tan Sri Abdul Rashid Hussain's leadership will strengthen IIUM's position as an Islamic values-based academic hub while boosting its national and international competitiveness,' the statement read. The ministry also extended gratitude to outgoing president Samsudin Osman for his contributions.
New Straits Times
24-06-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
TH wins Saudi Diamond Award for haj excellence
KUALA LUMPUR: Tabung Haji (TH) earned global recognition after receiving the Diamond Award from the Saudi Haj and Umrah Ministry for its outstanding management of Malaysian pilgrims during the 2025 haj season. This marks the first time TH has received the top honour at the annual Labaytum Awards, presented during the Haj and Umrah Services Conference and Exhibition in Makkah — the most exclusive accolade presented by the Saudi government to exemplary haj management delegations worldwide. "We are very proud to be able to set Malaysia as a benchmark for haj management excellence on the world stage," said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar in a statement by TH. TH chairman Tan Sri Abdul Rashid Hussain said the award proves TH's commitment to innovation and best practices, and affirmed that the agency is determined to further enhance their service quality in the coming years. Group managing director and chief executive officer Mustakim Mohamad said the award was a result of efforts to improve the quality of haj management and strong cooperation with Saudi authorities and local agencies. The statement said that TH's win was based on operational excellence in areas such as technology, logistics, healthcare, religious guidance and pilgrim satisfaction, which exceeded 95 per cent.
The Sun
23-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Malaysia becomes first nation authorised to distribute Nusuk cards domestically
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has marked another milestone by becoming the first country in the world granted approval by the Saudi Arabian government to distribute Nusuk cards to hajj pilgrims domestically, before their departure to the Holy Land. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar said the approval is a recognition of Malaysia's efficient hajj management system. 'Last year, the Nusuk cards were handed out in Makkah before the Wukuf ritual, but this year, they will be distributed earlier to ease the pilgrims' movement. 'If we succeed in managing the domestic distribution of the Nusuk cards, the initiative will be extended to other Muslim countries. 'This is a significant recognition from the Saudi government, made possible through the close and strategic cooperation between Tabung Haji (TH) and the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah,' he told reporters after visiting the Hajj Visa Processing Unit to observe preparations for the 1446H/2025 pilgrimage season. Also present were TH chairman Tan Sri Abdul Rashid Hussain and chief executive officer Datuk Syed Hamadah Syed Othman. The Nusuk card, introduced by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, serves as the official identification for all pilgrims worldwide. Mohd Na'im also extended appreciation to the Saudi government for its efficiency in issuing visas and improving the Nusuk card system. 'Insya-Allah, this achievement will serve as a catalyst for TH to continue providing the best services to Malaysian pilgrims,' he said. Meanwhile, he said the visa issuance process for Malaysian pilgrims for this year's hajj season has reached 45 per cent. 'TH is also fully prepared for this year's hajj operations, with readiness at nearly 100 per cent. This year, TH is deploying 632 hajj personnel, comprising welfare staff, medical staff, and external agencies involved,' he added.
The Sun
23-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Malaysia first nation to distribute Nusuk cards domestically
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has marked another milestone by becoming the first country in the world granted approval by the Saudi Arabian government to distribute Nusuk cards to hajj pilgrims domestically, before their departure to the Holy Land. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar said the approval is a recognition of Malaysia's efficient hajj management system. 'Last year, the Nusuk cards were handed out in Makkah before the Wukuf ritual, but this year, they will be distributed earlier to ease the pilgrims' movement. 'If we succeed in managing the domestic distribution of the Nusuk cards, the initiative will be extended to other Muslim countries. 'This is a significant recognition from the Saudi government, made possible through the close and strategic cooperation between Tabung Haji (TH) and the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah,' he told reporters after visiting the Hajj Visa Processing Unit to observe preparations for the 1446H/2025 pilgrimage season. Also present were TH chairman Tan Sri Abdul Rashid Hussain and chief executive officer Datuk Syed Hamadah Syed Othman. The Nusuk card, introduced by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, serves as the official identification for all pilgrims worldwide. Mohd Na'im also extended appreciation to the Saudi government for its efficiency in issuing visas and improving the Nusuk card system. 'Insya-Allah, this achievement will serve as a catalyst for TH to continue providing the best services to Malaysian pilgrims,' he said. Meanwhile, he said the visa issuance process for Malaysian pilgrims for this year's hajj season has reached 45 per cent. 'TH is also fully prepared for this year's hajj operations, with readiness at nearly 100 per cent. This year, TH is deploying 632 hajj personnel, comprising welfare staff, medical staff, and external agencies involved,' he added.
