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The Sun
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Civil servants warned against joining July 26 rally in KL
CHIEF Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar has issued a stern reminder to civil servants not to participate in the upcoming rally in Kuala Lumpur on July 26. He stressed that involvement in such gatherings contradicts the principle of 'Loyalty to King and Country' as outlined in the Rukun Negara. 'They shouldn't go. They are civil servants, (so) how can they join? Every day, every week, we recite the Loyalty to King and Country pledge. Have they forgotten? Be grateful to the King and the Country,' he told reporters after launching the Sports Carnival of the MRSM Association of Former Students (ANSARA Malaysia). The rally, dubbed 'Himpunan Turun Anwar,' is expected to draw between 10,000 to 15,000 participants, according to the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM). Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail confirmed that police would facilitate the event while ensuring security in compliance with the Peaceful Assembly Act 2012. Shamsul Azri's remarks reinforce the government's stance on civil servants maintaining political neutrality. His statement comes amid heightened public interest in the rally, which has sparked discussions on lawful assembly and public sector conduct. - Bernama
The Sun
2 days ago
- Health
- The Sun
Malaysia and Singapore boost ties in GovTech, housing, and public sector reform
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and Singapore are deepening cooperation in three key areas – GovTech, public housing, and public sector reforms – to improve public service efficiency. The initiative follows discussions during Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar's three-day working visit to Singapore. Shamsul Azri highlighted Singapore's expertise in GovTech as a model for Malaysia, which is in the early stages of implementation. 'We want to learn from Singapore, especially in GovTech, where they have already made progress. We are still launching our own system,' he said. Affordable housing was another focus, with Malaysia keen to adopt best practices from Singapore's Housing Board. 'Their public housing system is efficient, and we aim to replicate that success,' he added. The third area of collaboration is public sector reform. Shamsul Azri noted Singapore's openness to sharing knowledge. 'Singapore welcomed our proposals, and we held productive discussions on strengthening government cooperation,' he said. Speaking at the Sports Carnival of the Alumni Association of MRSM Malaysia (ANSARA Malaysia), Shamsul Azri also emphasized the importance of healthy living. Citing Singapore's higher life expectancy of 84 years compared to Malaysia's 73-74 years, he urged Malaysians to adopt better lifestyle habits. 'Prevention is better than cure. Taking care of health early is crucial,' he said. - Bernama
The Star
2 days ago
- Health
- The Star
Malaysia, Singapore to strengthen ties in govtech, housing and public sector reform
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and Singapore are exploring strategic cooperation in three main areas, namely govtech, public housing and public sector reform, to strengthen public service delivery. Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar said these were the main areas of collaboration identified during his three-day official working visit to Singapore beginning Friday (July 18). "We want to learn from Singapore. Firstly, in regard to govtech, as they have already implemented it, while we are in the process of launching our own. "Secondly, their affordable housing through the Singapore Housing Board. And thirdly, we want to learn about reforms in the public service," he said. He was speaking to reporters after launching the Sports Carnival of the Alumni Association of MRSM Malaysia here on Sunday (July 20). Shamsul Azri said Singapore welcomed the cooperation and exchange of best practices between the two countries to improve the quality of public service. "Singapore welcomed our proposals… we also had sessions with them to discuss strategic cooperation between the Malaysian government and the Singaporean government," he added. Earlier, in his speech, he urged Malaysians to adopt a healthy lifestyle through sports and good nutrition. Citing Singapore as an example, he said their average life expectancy is 84 years, compared to about 73 to 74 years in Malaysia. "We must remember that prevention is better than cure. To care is better than to cure," he said. – Bernama
Barnama
2 days ago
- Health
- Barnama
Malaysia, Singapore To Strengthen Ties In Govtech, Housing And Public Sector Reform
PUTRAJAYA, July 20 (Bernama) – Malaysia and Singapore are now exploring strategic cooperation in three main areas – GovTech, public housing and public sector reform – to strengthen public service delivery. Chief Secretary to the Government (KSN) Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar said these were the main areas of collaboration identified during his three-day official working visit to Singapore beginning Friday (July 18). 'We want to learn from Singapore. Firstly, in regard to GovTech, as they have already implemented it, while we are in the process of launching our own. 'Secondly, their affordable housing through the Singapore Housing Board. And thirdly, we want to learn about reforms in the public service,' he said. He was speaking to reporters after launching the Sports Carnival of the Alumni Association of MRSM Malaysia (ANSARA Malaysia) here today. Shamsul Azri said Singapore welcomed the cooperation and exchange of best practices between the two countries to improve the quality of public service. 'Singapore welcomed our proposals… we also had sessions with them to discuss strategic cooperation between the Malaysian government and the Singaporean government,' he added. Earlier, in his speech, he urged Malaysians to adopt a healthy lifestyle through sports and good nutrition. Citing Singapore as an example, he said their average life expectancy is 84 years, compared to about 73 to 74 years in Malaysia.
