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New Straits Times
04-07-2025
- New Straits Times
GOF seizes RM520,000 worth of e-cigarettes in Kelantan
TUMPAT: The General Operations Force (GOF) seized 2,600 units of electronic cigarettes worth about RM520,000 in an operation here on Wednesday. GOF Southeast Brigade commander Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Abd Hamid said a man was also arrested in the 10.30am raid. He said the operation took place at an illegal jetty in Kampung Tengkorak. "The GOF team was conducting a routine operation when they spotted a suspicious four-wheel-drive vehicle parked in the area. "While they were checking the vehicle, a man approached and claimed ownership of it. "Further inspection led to the discovery of 2,600 units of electronic cigarettes, estimated to be worth RM520,000," he said. He said the man, who is a local, was subsequently arrested. He said the confiscated items were handed over to the state Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry for further action. The case is being investigated under Rules 4(1), 4(2), and 6 of the Trade Descriptions (Certification and Marking of Electronic Cigarette Devices) Order 2022.
The Sun
04-07-2025
- The Sun
GOF seizes RM520,000 worth of e-cigarettes in Tengkorak raid
KOTA BHARU: The 9th Battalion of the General Operations Force (GOF) intercepted a large haul of electronic cigarettes valued at RM520,000 during a raid at an illegal base in Tengkorak near Pengkalan Kubor, Tumpat. The operation, conducted under Op Taring Wawasan Kelantan, led to the seizure of 2,600 e-cigarette devices. GOF Southeast Brigade Commander Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid stated that the items were discovered at 10.30 am during a routine border patrol. Authorities spotted a suspicious vehicle at the location and detained a man in his 40s for further questioning. 'Further inspection revealed a large quantity of electronic cigarettes hidden in the vehicle. All seized items and the suspect were handed over to the Kelantan Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living for further action,' he said. The case is being investigated under the Trade Descriptions (Certification and Marking of Electronic Cigarette Devices) Order 2022. This latest seizure highlights ongoing efforts to curb the illegal distribution of vaping products in the region. - Bernama
The Star
04-07-2025
- The Star
GOF seizes e-cigarettes worth RM520,000 from illegal base near Tumpat
KOTA BARU: The General Operations Force (GOF) 9th battalion has seized 2,600 electronic cigarette devices worth about RM520,000 from an illegal base in Tengkorak near Pengkalan Kubor, Tumpat. GOF South-East Brigade Commander Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid said the items were seized at 10.30am on Tuesday (July 1) during a border patrol under Ops Taring Wawasan Kelantan. He said the team came across a vehicle that appeared suspicious at the base and detained a man in his 40s during the inspection. "Further inspection revealed a large quantity of e-cigarettes hidden in the vehicle. All seized items and the suspect were handed over to the Kelantan Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry for further action,' he said in a statement on Friday (July 4). Nik Ros Azhan added that the case is being investigated under the Trade Descriptions (Certification and Marking of Electronic Cigarette Devices) Order 2022. – Bernama
New Straits Times
02-07-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Malaysia's ESG bond issuance doubles to RM7.9bil in first half of 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's environmental, social and governance (ESG) bond market more than doubled in the first half of 2025, with total issuance soaring to RM7.93 billion from RM3.57 billion a year earlier. Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd topped the list with RM3.9 billion in ESG bonds across eight issues, nearly half of total issuance during the period, according to the latest league tables released by Bond Pricing Agency Malaysia (BPAM). The state-owned firm's funding activities underscore how major infrastructure projects are increasingly embracing sustainability-linked financing in line with national development goals. Malaysia Rail Link is a special purpose vehicle under Minister of Finance Incorporated tasked with overseeing the flagship East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project. Cagamas Bhd and SunREIT Bond Bhd ranked second and third among top issuers, raising RM800 million and RM520 million respectively. The government emerged as the most traded ESG bond issuer in the secondary market, with a total traded value of RM5.38 billion across 328 bond lines, up from RM2.93 billion a year earlier. Maybank Investment Bank Bhd was the top lead arranger by value, handling RM1.65 billion in ESG bond issuance. Malaysian Trustees Bhd also led among bond trustees with the same amount under its purview. The report shows broadening participation from various sectors, including utilities, healthcare, logistics and property. Notable issuers in these segments include TNB Power Generation Sdn Bhd, Sunway Healthcare Treasury Sdn Bhd, LBS Bina Group Bhd, Pengurusan Air Selangor and Global Vision Logistics Sdn Bhd. BPAM's ESG Bond League Tables are released every six months and track key rankings by issuance volume, traded value and intermediary activity to enhance transparency in Malaysia's growing sustainable finance market.
Daily Express
03-06-2025
- Daily Express
Woman among seven held in drug raids
Published on: Monday, June 02, 2025 Published on: Mon, Jun 02, 2025 By: Azmie Lim Text Size: Jimmy said, all the suspects were currently in their custody and will be remanded for further investigation. - Pic for illustration only. LAHAD DATU: Seven people including a woman were detained and 56.85 grams of Syabu were seized in two separate raids at Tungku and Felda Sahabat, here, on Saturday. District Acting Police Chief, Supt. Jimmy Panyau said, the suspects were arrested following the Ops Tapis carried out by the Narcotic Crime Investigation Division (JSJN) of Lahad Datu Police Headquarters. 'In the first raid at Kampung Tulibas Kecil, four men aged between 35 and 51 were detained after the police found 51.50 grams of substance believed to be Syabu in their possession. 'The team also seized two motorcycles and cash of RM520. All four suspects were also tested positive for taking Amphetamine and Methamphetamine,' he said, adding that the case would be investigated under Section 39B and Section 15(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drug Act 1952. According to Jimmy, three other suspects including the woman aged between 26 and 37 were detained following a raid at Felda Sahabat 1. When arrested, the team discovered 5.35 grams of Syabu inside a cigarette's box. 'The two men were tested positive for taking drugs while the woman tested negative. 'Investigation is carry out under Section 39A(1) and Section 15(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drug Act 1952,' he said. Jimmy said, all the suspects were currently in their custody and will be remanded for further investigation. He added that, Police are committed to combat drug-related activities and urged the public to work together by conveying any information related to the criminal activities. * 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
