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The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Recycling facilities compulsory in malls from 2026
KUALA LUMPUR: The National Council for Local Government has ruled that all shopping malls must install recycling facilities starting January 1, 2026. Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming announced the decision, stating it will be a mandatory condition for business licenses issued by local authorities. Nga said the move aligns with the ministry's push to eliminate single-use plastics and improve plastic waste management. 'Any shopping mall that does not provide recycling facilities will not be granted a business licence,' he said during the Dewan Rakyat session. The announcement came as the Street, Drainage and Building (Amendment) Bill 2025 was passed following debates by MPs from both government and opposition parties. The bill complements recent amendments to waste management laws, including community service orders for littering offences. Nga explained that these orders aim to curb pollution in drains and waterways, reducing urban flash floods. 'Even foreign tourists caught littering will face community service,' he said, adding that the rule applies to all, regardless of social status. Pet owners are also included under the regulations if they fail to clean up after their pets in public spaces. Nga stressed that the policy is not punitive but intended to promote public awareness and cleanliness. - Bernama
The Star
3 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Malls must have recycling facility to get business licence starting Jan 2026, says Nga
KUALA LUMPUR: Shopping malls nationwide will have to provide recycling facilities on their premises to obtain business licences beginning next year, says Nga Kor Ming. The Housing and Local Government Minister made the announcement, saying it was part of the ongoing initiative to ensure a cleaner Malaysia following success in restricting the use of single use plastic bags last year. "But there is room for improvement and as such the National Circular Economy Council (NCEC) has decided that beginning Jan 1 next year, all shopping malls be equipped with recycling facilities. "They must provide such facilities which will become a condition for their business licence. "Shopping malls that do not have such facilities will not be given business licences from the local councils," he said when wrapping up debates on the Street, Drainage and Building (Amendment) Bill 2025 in Dewan Rakyat on Tuesday (July 22). The NCEC was set up by the ministry to manage solid waste and accelerate the transition to a more sustainable model for the country. This includes adopting a waste reduction, reuse, recycling, and resource recovery approach to manage solid waste. Earlier, Nga informed the august House that the restriction of single use plastic bags campaign last year managed to prevent millions of such plastic bags from being discarded after their use. "Over 8,000 retailers supported the effort to restrict the use of single use plastic bags," he said. Meanwhile, Nga also announced that the Cabinet has agreed to designate the Hari Cuci Malaysia in conjunction with the World Clean Up Day on Sept 18 as a national programme. He said that this year's celebration will be held in Port Dickson and is expected to see 100,000 people participating in the community clean-up programme. He said the inaugural Hari Cuci Malaysia programme was held last year and it created three new records in the country. Nga said that 58,000 people participated in the event last year where 4,645 tons of waste was cleaned up in the longest gotong-royong effort between 8am and 8pm.
Daily Express
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Express
Malaysia's plan for Middle East tensions in Dewan Rakyat focus
Published on: Tuesday, July 22, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jul 22, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: The session will proceed with the first reading of the Poisons (Amendment) Bill 2025, followed by the second reading of the Street, Drainage and Building (Amendment) Bill 2025 and the Whistleblower Protection (Amendment) 2025. - Bernama pic for illustration only. Kuala Lumpur: The government's short-term and long-term action plans to address geopolitical tensions in the Middle East will be a key focus in today's Dewan Rakyat sitting. According to the Order Paper, Mohd Sany Hamzan (PH-Hulu Langat) will raise the issue during the Minister's Question Time. Another significant topic involves Datuk Seri Dr Ronald Kiandee (PN-Beluran), who will question the Prime Minister on how the 2002 International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling on Ligitan and Sipadan Islands could affect maritime boundary negotiations with Indonesia in the Sulawesi Sea, including sovereignty over blocks ND6 and ND7. During the oral answers session, Mohd Syahir Che Sulaiman (PN-Bachok) will seek clarification from the Investment, Trade and Industry Minister on government measures to tackle US tariff issues involving state governments. Meanwhile, Datuk Seri Sh Mohmed Puzi Sh Ali (BN-Pekan) will ask the Agriculture and Food Security Minister about savings from subsidy cuts and their impact on the egg market. The session will proceed with the first reading of the Poisons (Amendment) Bill 2025, followed by the second reading of the Street, Drainage and Building (Amendment) Bill 2025 and the Whistleblower Protection (Amendment) 2025. The Second Meeting of the Fourth Session of the 15th Parliament is set for 24 days, with the 13th Malaysia Plan slated for tabling on July 31. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
The Star
3 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Middle East geopolitical tensions among Dewan Rakyat focus
KUALA LUMPUR: The government's short-term and long-term action plans in addressing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are among the focus of the Dewan Rakyat sitting on Tuesday (July 22). According to the Order Paper available on the Parliament's official website, Mohd Sany Hamzan (PH-Hulu Langat) will bring the matter up to the Prime Minister during the Minister's Question Time. Also, Datuk Seri Dr Ronald Kiandee (PN-Beluran) will ask the Prime Minister about how the decision of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in 2002 regarding the sovereignty of Ligitan and Sipadan Islands may influence the determination of maritime boundaries between Malaysia and Indonesia in the Sulawesi Sea, including the sovereignty over blocks ND6 (Block Y) and ND7 (Block Z). During the Question for Oral Answers session, Mohd Syahir Che Sulaiman (PN-Bachok) will seek an explanation from Investment, Trade and Industry Minister regarding government measures in addressing the United States tariff issue with the involvement of state governments, while Datuk Seri Sh Mohmed Puzi Sh Ali (BN-Pekan) will ask the Agriculture and Food Security Minister about the savings through the reduction in subsidy expenditure and the impact on the egg market. Following the question answer session, the sitting will continue with the first reading of the Poisons (Amendment) Bill 2025, the second reading of the Street, Drainage and Building (Amendment) Bill 2025 and the Whistleblower Protection (Amendment) 2025. The Second Meeting Of The Fourth Session Of 15th Parliament is scheduled for 24 days with the tabling of the 13th Malaysia Plan on July 31. - Bernama
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Malaysia's plan for Middle East tensions in Dewan Rakyat focus
KUALA LUMPUR: The government's short-term and long-term action plans to address geopolitical tensions in the Middle East will be a key focus in today's Dewan Rakyat sitting. According to the Order Paper, Mohd Sany Hamzan (PH-Hulu Langat) will raise the issue during the Minister's Question Time. Another significant topic involves Datuk Seri Dr Ronald Kiandee (PN-Beluran), who will question the Prime Minister on how the 2002 International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling on Ligitan and Sipadan Islands could affect maritime boundary negotiations with Indonesia in the Sulawesi Sea, including sovereignty over blocks ND6 and ND7. During the oral answers session, Mohd Syahir Che Sulaiman (PN-Bachok) will seek clarification from the Investment, Trade and Industry Minister on government measures to tackle US tariff issues involving state governments. Meanwhile, Datuk Seri Sh Mohmed Puzi Sh Ali (BN-Pekan) will ask the Agriculture and Food Security Minister about savings from subsidy cuts and their impact on the egg market. The session will proceed with the first reading of the Poisons (Amendment) Bill 2025, followed by the second reading of the Street, Drainage and Building (Amendment) Bill 2025 and the Whistleblower Protection (Amendment) 2025. The Second Meeting of the Fourth Session of the 15th Parliament is set for 24 days, with the 13th Malaysia Plan slated for tabling on July 31. - Bernama
