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Malaysian Reserve
19-07-2025
- Malaysian Reserve
Partial e-gate operations restored at BSI and KSAB, recovery efforts ongoing
JOHOR BAHRU — Several e-gates at Bangunan Sultan Iskandar (BSI) and the Sultan Abu Bakar Complex (KSAB) have resumed operations following a nationwide system disruption affecting entry and exit points. Johor Public Works, Transport, Infrastructure and Communication Committee chairman Mohamad Fazli Mohamad Salleh said as of 6 pm today, 26 out of 68 e-gates at BSI and three out of 12 at KSAB were back in service. 'Traffic congestion at both CIQ (Customs, Immigration and Quarantine) complexes is currently under control, based on monitoring conducted this evening,' he told Bernama. Manual counters were activated to ease the congestion after the system malfunction, which began around 1 pm yesterday, he added. 'The e-gate disruption is a nationwide issue and relevant agencies are actively working to resolve it at both BSI and KSAB,' he said. He also confirmed that ongoing monitoring is being carried out to ensure smooth traffic flow at both complexes. The automated gate system outage affecting foreign visitors at key national entry points was reportedly caused by a data integration issue that slowed down cross-verification processes within the MyIMMS immigration system. The Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) said the disruption led to long queues and congestion at several major locations, including Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminals 1 and 2, as well as at BSI and KSAB CIQs. The agency clarified that Malaysian passport holders were not affected by the disruption and that the Immigration Department has taken immediate action to address the issue. — BERNAMA
The Sun
19-07-2025
- The Sun
Partial e-gate operations resume at Johor CIQs after nationwide outage
JOHOR BAHRU: Several e-gates at Bangunan Sultan Iskandar (BSI) and the Sultan Abu Bakar Complex (KSAB) have resumed operations following a nationwide system disruption affecting entry and exit points. Johor Public Works, Transport, Infrastructure and Communication Committee chairman Mohamad Fazli Mohamad Salleh said as of 6 pm today, 26 out of 68 e-gates at BSI and three out of 12 at KSAB were back in service. 'Traffic congestion at both CIQ (Customs, Immigration and Quarantine) complexes is currently under control, based on monitoring conducted this evening,' he told Bernama. Manual counters were activated to ease the congestion after the system malfunction, which began around 1 pm yesterday, he added. 'The e-gate disruption is a nationwide issue and relevant agencies are actively working to resolve it at both BSI and KSAB,' he said. He also confirmed that ongoing monitoring is being carried out to ensure smooth traffic flow at both complexes. The automated gate system outage affecting foreign visitors at key national entry points was reportedly caused by a data integration issue that slowed down cross-verification processes within the MyIMMS immigration system. The Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) said the disruption led to long queues and congestion at several major locations, including Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminals 1 and 2, as well as at BSI and KSAB CIQs. The agency clarified that Malaysian passport holders were not affected by the disruption and that the Immigration Department has taken immediate action to address the issue. - Bernama
Malay Mail
19-07-2025
- Malay Mail
Sabotage fears amid massive KLIA, JB checkpoint jams from autogate glitch this weekend
JOHOR BAHRU, July 19 — Tens of thousands of foreign visitors have reportedly found themselves unable to use autogate facilities at major entry points to Malaysia. The Star reported that long queues have formed at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport's Terminal 1 and 2, and Johor Bahru's Sultan Iskandar and Sultan Abu Bakar Customs, Immigration and Quarantine centres. 'Weekends are a busy period and Immigration officers have been told to open all lanes to clear the passports manually,' an unnamed official at the Sultan Iskandar complex was quoted by the paper. The disruption reportedly started around noon yesterday, affecting 200 autogates nationwide. Authorities have yet to determine the cause of the failure and are investigating possible sabotage or hacking. The biggest disruptions happened at the two centres in Johor Bahru, which receives influx of Singaporean visitors on a regular basis — especially on weekend. People's Volunteer Corps (Rela) personnel were deployed to help manage the crowds at the two land checkpoints with Singapore, while Immigration Department officers initiated contra lanes at both bus halls to speed up processing. Efforts were still ongoing to restore the nationwide system, at the time of writing. Since June 2024, autogate access has been extended to visitors from 63 countries, as well as diplomats and their family members. Malaysia has since deployed the QR code system at major entry points starting January this year to cut down on waiting time for foreign visitors.
Free Malaysia Today
01-07-2025
- Automotive
- Free Malaysia Today
Over 42,000 VEP tags not activated as of June 29, says JPJ
A JPJ officer inspects the vehicle registration number of a car using the VEP Status app during the special enforcement operation at Jalan Lingkaran Dalam early today. (Bernama pic) JOHOR BAHRU : A total of 42,416 or 17.07% of vehicle entry permit (VEP) tags for individual private vehicles registered in Singapore had yet to be activated as of June 29, despite full enforcement of the system beginning today. Road transport department (JPJ) director-general Aedy Fadly Ramli said a total of 248,504 VEP radio frequency identification (RFID) tags were issued to individual private vehicles, while another 3,765 tags were issued to company-owned vehicles. 'Of that total, 206,088 or 82.93% of tags for individual private vehicles have been activated, while all tags for company private vehicles have been fully activated. 'The total number of applications (pre-registration) for company private vehicles as of June 29 was 19,690,' he told a press conference after the VEP enforcement special operation near the Sultan Iskandar Building here early today. Also present was Johor JPJ director Azmil Zainal Adnan. Full enforcement began at 12.01am today, with inspections of Singapore-registered vehicles that had not registered or activated the VEP upon entering Malaysia. 'A total of 55 JPJ personnel were deployed in the operation, with enforcement focused on foreign vehicles that have yet to register with VEP. For now, other summonses such as outstanding JPJ or police summonses are still being waived,' he said. Aedy Fadly said the main focus at the moment was to ensure that all vehicle owners activate their VEP tags. He said owners of Singapore-registered vehicles who fail to activate their tags will be charged a RM300 compound under Section 66H(7) of the Road Transport Act 1987 and will not be allowed to leave Malaysia until the compound is paid and the VEP is activated. 'JPJ has also provided mobile units at enforcement locations to make it easier for vehicle owners to resolve their compounds and activate their tags immediately,' he said. For the moment, he said, VEP enforcement will be carried out periodically at strategic locations where foreign vehicles are concentrated in Johor, before being expanded to other states. Aedy Fadly also called on Singaporean registered vehicle owners to immediately register, install and activate the VEP tag to avoid any inconveniences when entering or exiting Malaysia. 'We welcome the presence of Singaporeans in this country. Generally, they comply with the rules, but there are still a few who have not registered and activated the VEP,' he said, adding that the VEP centre in Danga Bay is operating 24 hours to make it easier for Singaporean vehicle owners to obtain and activate the tag. Muhammad Zulhadis Zulkeplie, a private worker from Singapore, said he applied for VEP registration in mid-May but was still waiting for confirmation. 'I knew that enforcement started today, but I thought there was no problem because I had already applied,' the 37-year-old said when met while awaiting his turn to pay the compound at the JPJ mobile van. 'My advice to Singaporeans: follow the procedure, and if you are not sure, ask the authorities,' he added.
The Star
17-06-2025
- Health
- The Star
Pioneering autism centre reopens in Sabah
Her Royal Highness YAM Paduka Puteri Tunku Mariamz Al-Marhum Sultan Iskandar officiating the newly renovated Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Training Centre at Seri Mengasih, recently. KOTA KINABALU: Sabah has made a leap in inclusive education and disability support with the launch of the newly-renovated Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Training Centre at Seri Mengasih here. It is the only facility in Malaysia authorised to practise the renowned Kololo Method of educational training from Japan that emphasises group dynamics and structured learning for individuals with autism. The refurbished centre in Tanjung Aru was launched by Yang Amat Mulia Paduka Puteri Tunku Mariamz Sultan Iskandar on Monday (June 16). Her Royal Highness' presence underscored the national significance of the initiative and brought renewed attention to the need for comprehensive support for individuals with autism. Seri Mengasih, which has served the special needs community for 44 years, is the sole centre in the country recognised by Kololo Japan to implement its structured ASD training method. The Kololo Method is a unique form of early intervention, therapy, and vocational skills development for individuals on the autism spectrum. Her Royal Highness YAM Paduka Puteri Tunku Mariamz Al-Marhum Sultan Iskandar posed in a group photo with Seri Mengasih's Board of Trustees chairman, Datuk Suzannah Liaw (second left), Committee of Management chairman Tulip Noorazyze (second right), and others. 'This new centre is more than just a building," Seri Mengasih board of trustees chairman Datuk Suzannah Liaw said at the ceremony. "It is a commitment to empowering individuals with ASD to lead meaningful, independent lives. "We are incredibly honoured to receive the royal support of Yang Amat Mulia Paduka Puteri Tunku Mariamz, which elevates our efforts to the national stage,' she added. The upgraded facility includes therapy rooms, sensory integration spaces, vocational training areas and specialised classrooms tailored to the unique learning styles of children and adults with ASD. It enables the expansion of Seri Mengasih's programmes in early intervention, social skills training and independent living education. Her Royal Highness YAM Paduka Puteri Tunku Mariamz Al-Marhum Sultan Iskandar receiving a bouquet of flowers from one of the Seri Mengasih's Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Training Centre pupils. According to the facility's management committee chairman Tulip Noorazyze, the Kololo Method has shown consistent success in helping students as young as three build essential skills and confidence. 'We have witnessed countless success stories with children who are now able to communicate better, manage themselves, and even hold jobs,' she said. The launch marks a milestone not only for Seri Mengasih but for the broader movement towards disability inclusion in Malaysia, with the centre aiming to be a model for other states to emulate. Tunku Mariamz's involvement is expected to draw national attention and spark greater interest in strengthening autism-related services throughout the country. 'This is a proud moment for Sabah and a hopeful one for every Malaysian family affected by ASD,' said Liaw. The Kololo Method was developed in Japan in 1980 by Ishii Hijiri and Saeko Kubota. Rooted in brain development and behavioural change theories, it prioritises those with severe challenges. The method focuses on group dynamics, recognising that social harmony and cooperation are essential for personal development. The programme also supports home-based training, encouraging parents to play an active and positive role in helping their children live independently.
