Latest news with #Kedah
The Star
9 hours ago
- Business
- The Star
Pahang hit pause button to plot stronger M-League comeback
PETALING JAYA: Pahang do not see their withdrawal from the new Super League season as an end to their football journey. Instead, the club described their difficult decision as a 'strategic pause' aimed at strengthening the team's internal structure and laying the foundation for long-term sustainability before making a comeback. In a statement released on Thursday night, Pahang emphasised that the move was a necessary step to secure the future of the club, who have long been a cornerstone of Malaysian football. 'This is not a goodbye, but a necessary pause,' the statement read. 'We believe that taking a step back now will allow us to take stronger steps forward. 'We hope to return better equipped to contribute to the growth of football in the state of Pahang.' The club's management cited the need for time to rebuild and improve internal operations, administrative efficiency, and overall development strategies to meet the demands of modern footballing era. Pahang also took the opportunity to thank all stakeholders, including league organisers, sponsors, authorities, and especially their dedicated supporters. 'We thank all parties who have stood by us. Your unwavering support means the world, and we hope to see you again in the seasons to come.' Pahang's exit follows similar moves by Kedah and Perak, both of which pulled out of the Malaysian League due to ongoing financial struggles, including unresolved salary arrears. With Pahang's withdrawal, the 2025–2026 season will now feature 13 confirmed teams – Johor Darul Ta'zim, Selangor, Penang, Kuching City, Sabah, Terengganu, Negri Sembilan, Kelantan, Kuala Lumpur, Police, Brunei and two promoted clubs from A1 Semi-Pro League, Melaka and Immigration.
Free Malaysia Today
4 days ago
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
PAS leader backs Sanusi as veep, says he has all the right qualities
Kedah menteri besar Sanusi Nor has been nominated for the post of vice-president by the Alor Setar PAS division. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : PAS needs a bold and outspoken vice-president, says a party leader on the nomination of Kedah menteri besar Sanusi Nor for the post. PAS Dewan Ulama committee member Mokhtar Senik said he fully supports the motion passed by the Alor Setar PAS division for Sanusi to be a candidate for the post in the upcoming party elections. 'PAS needs a vice-president who can boldly voice the party's aspirations and struggles. 'We also need someone who is not afraid to step into the arena to face-off with our opponents (rival parties), and Sanusi has all the right qualities,' Mokhtar said in a Facebook post. The current PAS vice-presidents are Terengganu menteri besar Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar, Bagan Serai MP Idris Ahmad, and Kelantan state assembly speaker Amar Abdullah. Sanusi currently serves as the party's election director. Yesterday, Alor Setar PAS approved a motion nominating Sanusi to contest for the vice-president's post in the party elections this September. 'This nomination has received unanimous support from all delegates present at the Alor Setar PAS annual general meeting. 'With this, Alor Setar officially sends the Kedah menteri besar as a candidate for PAS vice-president,' Alor Setar PAS said in a Facebook post.
Malay Mail
6 days ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Chief of Defence Force leads list of state honours recipients on Kedah Sultan birthday
ALOR SETAR, June 22 — Chief of the Defence Force General Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaafar headed the list of recipients of state honours in conjunction with the 83rd birthday of the Sultan of Kedah, Al Aminul Karim Sultan Sallehuddin Sultan Badlishah Aman, today. Mohd Nizam was conferred the Darjah Datuk Seri Setia Pahlawan Yang Amat Dihormati (SSPK), which carries the title 'Datuk Seri Pahlawan', at an investiture ceremony held at Istana Anak Bukit here. The Sultanah of Kedah, Sultanah Maliha Tengku Ariff; the Raja Muda of Kedah, Tengku Sarafudin Badlishah; and the Tunku Mahkota of Kedah, Tunku Shazuddin Ariff, also graced the ceremony. Also present were Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, state secretary Datuk Seri Norizan Khazali and members of the State Executive Council. Sultan Sallehuddin also conferred the Darjah Datuk Seri Setia Pahlawan Yang Amat Dihormati (SSPK), which carries the titles 'Datuk Seri Indera Setia' and 'Datuk Seri Derma Wangsa', respectively, on Tun Zaki Tun Azmi and Tan Sri Syed Azman Syed Ibrahim. Three individuals were awarded the Darjah Dato' Setia Pahlawan Negeri Kedah Yang Amat Dihormati (DSPK), which carries the title 'Datuk Pahlawan'. They were Royal Malaysian Air Force Joint Force Commander Lieutenant General Datuk Zahani Zainal Abidin and Royal Malaysian Navy Deputy Chief Vice Admiral Datuk Ts Shamsuddin Ludin. Kedah Public Works, Natural Resources, Water Supply and Environment Committee chairman Mohamad Yusoff Zakaria received the Darjah Dato' Setia Sultan Sallehuddin Kedah (DSSS), which carries the title 'Datuk'. Six individuals were conferred the Darjah Dato' Setia Diraja Kedah (DSDK), which also carries the title 'Datuk'. They were Kubang Pasu District Officer Muhamad Mahazi Ibrahim; Malaysian Ambassador to Bahrain Shazryll Zahiran; Road Transport Department director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli; Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Investigation Division director Datuk Zainul Darus; Honorary Secretary of the Kedah State Council of Justices of the Peace Ahmad Fatahi Omar; and Fuji Electric Malaysia Sdn Bhd executive director Chong Nee Hwa. The Darjah Dato' Setia Pahlawan (DDSP), which carries the title 'Datuk', was bestowed on the Ministry of Defence's Logistics Division Assistant Chief of Staff Brigadier General Abd Hafiz Ahmad and Malaysian Armed Forces Director of Infantry Brigadier General Saiful Bahari Zainol. Four individuals received the Darjah Setia Sultan Sallehuddin Kedah (SSS), namely Kedah Agriculture, Plantation and Transport Committee chairman Dzowahir Abdul Ghani; Kedah Human Resources, Chinese, Indian and Siamese Communities and Non-Governmental Organisation Committee chairman Wong Chia Zhen; Ayer Hitam assemblyman Azhar Ibrahim; and Tunku Putri Nur Asma Dato' Paduka Tunku Ja'afar Laksmana. Eight recipients were conferred the Setia Diraja Kedah (SDK), among them Sungai Petani Municipal Council president Tunku Iskandar Shah Tunku Muszaffar Shah; Pendang district officer Nasrun Mohd Sheriff; consultant cardiologist and electrophysiologist at Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital Dr N. Kantha Rao; and Veterinary Services Department senior director Dr Mohd Noor Hisham Mohd Haron. Also receiving the Setia Diraja Kedah (SDK) were Public Works Department Building Facility Maintenance Branch director Ir Ahmad Shahruzi Ahmad; Kedah Forestry Department director Muhamad Abdullah; Kedah Squash Association president Andrew Lim Hwa Eng; and Kedah Sailing Association deputy president Mohd Afendy Abdullah. A total of 34 individuals were honoured with the Ahli Mahkota Kedah (AMK); 11 received the Ahli Setia Pahlawan (ASP); 24, the Bintang Perkhidmatan Cemerlang Kedah (BCK); 46, the Bintang Kebaktian Masyarakat (BKM); four, the Ahli Cemerlang Semangat Jerai Kedah (ASK); 27, the Pingat Perkhidmatan Cemerlang Kedah (PCK); 41, the Pingat Jasa Kebaktian (PJK); and 22, the Pingat Perkhidmatan Lama (PPL). — Bernama
The Star
19-06-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Nafuzi adopts bold approach to evaluate players ahead of AFF U-23 C'ship
PETALING JAYA: With time ticking ahead of the AFF Under-23 Championship in Jakarta, Malaysia coach Nafuzi Zain is taking a bold approach in evaluating players – he has rolled out a series of internal sparring matches called the Elite Games. The initiative, which runs from June 22-25, aims to provide a testing ground for 26 of the nation's most promising young footballers. It's a critical phase for Nafuzi, who has less than a month to shape a squad capable of navigating a tricky Group A that features the Philippines (July 15), Brunei (July 18), and hosts Indonesia (July 21) at the iconic Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta. 'We have a lot of youngsters who represent the future of Malaysian football,' said Nafuzi. 'This Elite Games phase allows us to monitor these players closely before our centralised camp starts on July 1.' Nafuzi, known for his keen eye for youth development from his days with Terengganu and Kedah, is putting faith in locally based players, as the AFF U-23 Championship will feature a fully domestic squad. 'It's a short window to evaluate and prepare, but this platform gives us clarity on the boys' technical abilities, mental strength and how they respond in competitive situations,' he added. Complementing the talent pool are players like centreback Ubaidullah Shamsul and striker Haqimi Azim Rosli, who have trained with the senior squad. That stint, according to Nafuzi, offered invaluable exposure and a taste of the standards required at the highest level. 'We're working closely with coach Peter (Cklamovski), and the playing style we're adopting mirrors the national team's. That's essential for continuity and long-term development.'
Yahoo
19-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Hyundai boosts Malaysian presence with new direct subsidiary HMY
South Korean automaker Hyundai Motor has established its new subsidiary headquarters in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The new local entity, Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY), marks its direct entry into the Malaysian market. The company has moved from a distributor-led model with Sime Motors to a principal-led operational strategy. This change emphasises improved customer engagement with a focus on innovation and long-term growth. HMY will oversee brand, marketing, sales, and customer experience by establishing a dedicated local team. This team will enable quicker, market-driven decisions and foster a more customer-centric approach. The new subsidiary is expanding its team to build a strong nationwide dealer network with plans to grow its workforce to 100 employees by the end of the year. HMY will launch three new models in the SUV and MPV segments. It also plans to set up local assembly operations in Kedah by Q3 2025. This facility aims to produce up to seven car models over five years. Initially, the expansion will focus on assembling internal combustion engines and hybrid electric vehicles. As production ramps up, it will export approximately 30% of locally assembled vehicles to neighbouring markets. HMY also plans to enhance its dealer and after-sales network by modernising showrooms and improving digital integration. Additionally, it will upgrade its service network, with plans to expand to 25 outlets by 2030. Eric Lee, president of Hyundai Motor Malaysia, stated that the local establishment aims to bring the strength and agility of the brand 'closer to home.' Jahabarnisa Haja Mohideen, managing director of Hyundai Motor Malaysia, remarked that the country is full of untapped potential. 'It boasts the highest passenger vehicle demand in ASEAN at 35%, with a steady GDP growth of 4.3%, signalling strong consumer confidence and rising spending power,' he added. Since 2024, Hyundai Motor has announced investments in the US, Germany, India, and Brazil, among others. "Hyundai boosts Malaysian presence with new direct subsidiary HMY" was originally created and published by Investment Monitor, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
