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New Straits Times
23-06-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Perlis MB's defeat in party polls exposes rift within Pas, says Mahfuz
ALOR STAR: Perlis Menteri Besar Shukri Ramli's defeat in his bid to wrest the Arau Pas chief post in the party's election proves that the party's grassroots has lost faith in the state leadership. Parti Amanah Negara (Amanah) vice-president Datuk Mahfuz Omar said the outcome of the Arau and Padang Besar Pas elections signalled more than just the rejection of one leader, but it was also a damning verdict from the party's rank-and-file. "This is not just about the defeat of an individual or his team. It is also a clear sign that the party's grassroots no longer have confidence in the leadership of Pas and the Perlis state government under Shukri," he said in a statement today. Mahfuz, who was once a Pas vice-president, added that the internal rift has grown too glaring to ignore and warned that the prolonged power struggle was robbing Perlis people of a stable and decisive administration. "The people of Perlis are watching this crisis unfold. The top Pas leadership remains silent and has failed to take any constructive action, even though criticisms of the Menteri Besar's weaknesses have been raised repeatedly, including at Pas' own Muktamar," he said. Mahfuz took a swipe at Pas Youth for its selective activism, questioning why there were no calls for a "Turun Shukri" rally when the same group was eager to stage protests demanding Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's resignation. "The question now is on how long will Pas leaders ignore the voice and concerns of their own grassroots? How long must the people of Perlis suffer in this drawn-out internal feud? He cautioned that the state government's credibility was crumbling amid inconsistent decision-making and a glaring lack of direction, leaving the people in limbo. "Political stability is the bedrock of the people's well-being. When the ruling party fails to manage its own conflicts, the people pay the price," he said. Mahfuz urged Pas to stop politicking among themselves and start listening to the rakyat and party members. "If they can no longer lead with integrity and fairness, they should step aside and return the mandate to the people. The people of Perlis deserve leadership that is stable, caring and accountable," he said. In an unexpected outcome during the party's election, Shukri, was unsuccessful in his attempt to unseat the incumbent Arau Pas chief Solahudin Azmi. Shukri only collected 43 votes, trailing far behind Solahudin who managed 128 votes.
New Straits Times
22-06-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Amanah pushes special Dewan Rakyat sitting on Middle-East conflict
ALOR STAR: Parti Amanah Negara (Amanah) has urged Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to convene a special Parliament sitting to address Malaysia's official position on the escalating conflict in the Middle East. This came following large-scale military action launched by Israel and the United States of America against the Islamic Republic of Iran. Amanah vice-president Datuk Mahfuz Omar said the situation posed a grave threat to regional stability and could have far-reaching implications for global security, including Southeast Asia. "This military aggression has not only caused loss of lives and destruction of public infrastructure in Iran, but it has also opened the door to wider regional conflict that risks undermining global stability," he said in a statement today. Mahfuz said Malaysia must urgently deliberate on appropriate diplomatic measures and assess the geopolitical and economic impact, including supply chain disruptions, fluctuating oil prices, and regional security risks. "As the highest democratic institution in the country, Parliament cannot remain silent on matters involving universal justice, the sovereignty of other nations, and humanity. "The voice of the Malaysian people must be expressed through a legitimate and respectable channel which is the Dewan Rakyat," he said. Mahfuz stressed that as a neutral and principled nation, Malaysia must maintain its consistent stand of rejecting all forms of colonisation, invasion and violations of international law. "It is also our responsibility to continue Malaysia's active role in promoting global peace through our engagements within the United Nations, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and Asean," he said. Mahfuz added that Malaysians overwhelmingly reject violence and support peaceful solutions, and that it was the government's moral and political obligation to ensure the country's voice is heard clearly and with dignity on the world stage. "I call on the Prime Minister to immediately consider convening this special Parliament sitting in the interest of upholding justice and humanity," he said. Earlier today, the US announced its entry into the Iran-Israel War, stating that it has carried out attacks on three Iranian nuclear sites. Entering its second week, Israel began the conflict through 'preemptive' airstrikes on several strategic sites in Iran, including nuclear facilities, missile bases and military command centres, followed with retaliation by the Gulf state.
New Straits Times
13-06-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
'Hadi never mentioned he planned to step down'
KOTA BARU: Deputy Pas president Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man believes that Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang should continue as the party president. He rejected claims that Abdul Hadi had, during a recent party retreat in the Primula Hotel, Terengganu, indicated his wish to step down from the role. Tuan Ibrahim dismissed the claims as mere speculation. "No. I was there at the retreat. He did not say a word to that effect. This is all speculation. To us (Pas), Tok Guru is still very much needed. "Some people have accused him of being ill. But when it comes to leaders, what's important is their thinking and minds. "The Muslim world still needs him. To me, Tok Guru must be retained. I think all of Pas agrees that he should stay on," he told reporters after delivering his Friday morning sermon at the Medan Ilmu, here today. On June 6, the media reported that Hadi, during the retreat, had given the impression that he was ready to step down as the Pas president due to health reasons. Meanwhile, Tuan Ibrahim advised Parti Amanah Negara deputy youth chief Mohd Zulhazmin Hassan not to meddle in Pas affairs and instead, save his comments for his own party. Mohd Zulhazmin had previously said that Pas vice presidents Datuk Mohd Amar Nik Abdullah and Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor were among those who could shoulder the role if Abdul Hadi were to step down. He said Mohd Zulhazmin is not a Pas member and should not be offering his views on who should replace Hadi to helm Pas. "In Pas, we have never had any issues over leadership. It's not something that is fought over. "In Pas, we leave it to the delegates as they are the ones who decide. We are also open to contesting all posts. "I myself am open to the deputy presidency open to challenge. All roles are open to challenge," he said.
New Straits Times
29-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Johor data centres drive revenue but strain resources, says Amanah leader
JOHOR BARU: Johor's aggressive push to become Southeast Asia's data centre hub has drawn fresh scrutiny, with a leader from Parti Amanah Negara (Amanah) warning of potential strain on the state's power grid, water supply and environment. Amanah Johor deputy chief Dzulkefly Ahmad said he supports the concerns raised by Kukup assemblyman Jefridin Atan during the recent state assembly sitting, particularly over the long-term sustainability of critical resources. During the session, the Johor government was urged to review the guidelines for data centre development following concerns about environmental impact and resource sustainability. Jefridin said the main issues are high energy and water requirements to support data centre operations, which could strain existing utility systems. Dzulkefly revealed that Johor has approved 50 data centre projects within two years, including in Sedenak Tech Park, Nusajaya Tech Park, YTL DC Park and SiLC Nusajaya, with tech giants like Microsoft, ByteDance and Equinix among the investors. "The conversion of agricultural land and premium payments for industrial use are believed to be key contributors to Johor's RM2.1 billion revenue surge in 2024," he said in a statement today. Malaysia, especially Johor, has emerged as a top destination for data centre investments following Singapore's moratorium on new builds between 2019 and 2022. Investors are drawn by lower land and utility costs, proximity to Singapore, and generous tax breaks. Dzulkefly, however, warned that this growth comes at a cost. "Power demands from data centres in Malaysia have reached 11,000MW, nearly 40 per cent of Peninsular Malaysia's total generation capacity. "This could pressure the national power grid," he said. Water usage is also a concern. Environmental group Sahabat Alam Malaysia (SAM) estimates a 100MW data centre consumes over 4 million litres of clean water daily or equivalent to the needs of a town with 10,000 people. He said Johor buys 16 million gallons (60.56 million litres) of treated water daily from Singapore, exceeding the 5 million gallons (18.9 million litres) stipulated under the 1962 agreement, due to rising domestic demand. In March, the Johor government announced a RM3.5 billion plan to build three new water treatment plants to boost capacity by 41 per cent. The federal government is also investing RM1.5 billion in three water reservoirs, scheduled for completion by 2030. Dzulkefly further raised concerns over deforestation and land clearing for large-scale data centre campuses. He alleged that some centres occupy up to 138 acres (15.37ha), potentially threatening water catchment areas and biodiversity. He added that 49 per cent of the electricity used by data centres comes from coal-fired power plants, significantly contributing to carbon emissions. Meanwhile, Johor Investment, Trade and Consumer Affairs committee chairman Lee Ting Han said the state government had stepped up regulatory oversight on data centre projects with the establishment of the Data Centre Development Coordination Committee in June last year. He said the committee aims to ensure sustainable growth in the booming digital infrastructure sector. "Every application for data centre development is now subject to a multi-agency vetting process, requiring confirmation of power supply from Tenaga Nasional Behd (TNB), water supply from Ranhill SAJ, and right-of-way (ROW) clearances for infrastructure works. "Beyond basic utilities, we are also enforcing evaluations based on Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) and Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE) to uphold international sustainability standards," Lee told the New Straits Times when contacted. He said the updated regulations also include increased scrutiny of the environmental footprint of energy-intensive data centres, particularly in high-demand zones like Johor. At the federal level, the Data Centre Task Force (DCTF) — co-chaired by the Investment, Trade and Industry and Digital Ministries — was set up to align national policy with sustainable data infrastructure growth. The task force is also expected to streamline coordination and attract high-value investments linked to artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing. "Data centres are vital to Malaysia's aspirations to become a regional digital hub. "We are ensuring Johor's rapid economic development does not come at the expense of its environment," Lee said. He said the state's strategic oversight model, anchored on sustainability and federal cooperation, positions Johor as a model for balanced, data-driven development under the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint.
Daily Express
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
Amanah eyes 4 Sabah seats
Published on: Sunday, May 18, 2025 Published on: Sun, May 18, 2025 By: Jonathan Nicholas Text Size: Mohd Sani (seated, middle) and Lahirul (seated, left) at the press conference. Kota Kinabalu: Parti Amanah Negara (Amanah) intends to contest in four state seats in the coming 17th Sabah Election (PRN17). The party's national election director, Mohd Sani Hamzan, said the seats are Tanjung Aru, Karambunai, Lumadan and Sulabayan, which fall under the parliamentary constituencies of Putatan, Sepanggar, Sipitang, and Semporna, respectively. Advertisement 'But the final decision will depend on negotiations with the Pakatan Harapan leadership and our coalition partners. 'Nevertheless, these four are the seats we hope to contest in PRN17,' he told a press conference Saturday after launching the Sabah Amanah election machinery, Saturday. Subscribe or LOG IN to access this article. Support Independant Journalism Subscribe to Daily Express Malaysia Access to DE E-Paper Access to DE E-Paper Exclusive News Exclusive News Invites to special events Invites to special events Giveaways & Rewards 1-Year Most Popular (Income Tax Deductible) Explore Plans Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
