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The Star
a day ago
- Politics
- The Star
Malay unity call falls flat
THEY are big names in the Malay political world and they are urging the Malays and Muslims to come together under one big umbrella. There they were - the one and only Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin and his deputy Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin and PAS deputy president Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man. Billed as RM9.73 for the 1st month then RM13.90 thereafters. RM12.33/month RM8.63/month Billed as RM103.60 for the 1st year then RM148 thereafters. Free Trial For new subscribers only Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
The Sun
5 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Tun Mahathir drives Proton's first electric vehicle ahead of 100th birthday
FORMER Malaysian Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, 99, was seen behind the wheel of Proton's first electric vehicle, the 7, just weeks before his 100th birthday. In a video by on his Facebook page, the soon-to-be centenarian is seen driving the electric SUV. The SUV, rebranded from the Geely Galaxy E5 for the Malaysian market, marks a new chapter for the national automaker. Dr Mahathir, who will turn 100 on July 10, has long been associated with Proton, having initiated the national car project in 1979 as deputy prime minister. Proton was officially launched in 1983 during his first term as PM, with the iconic Proton Saga debuting in 1985. The 7, available in Prime and Premium variants under Proton's PRO-NET division, boasts a range of up to 410km and supports DC fast charging, reaching 80% in 20 minutes. However, real-world usage suggests a more practical range of around 350km per charge. Dr Mahathir's test drive symbolizes his enduring connection to Proton, which he nurtured from inception. Despite Proton's later challenges, including being overtaken by Perodua in sales and its 2017 acquisition by China's Geely, Mahathir's legacy with the brand remains strong.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
‘They need a fighter': Dr Mahathir announces ‘big umbrella' committee to unite Malays
KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 — Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has reportedly announced the formation of an informal Malay committee, describing it as a 'big umbrella' to unify the Malay community. According to a report in Malaysiakini, Mahathir met with other political leaders in Putrajaya — including PN chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, Bersatu deputy president Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin, and PAS deputy president Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man — before making the announcement. 'They (Malays) need fighters to champion their cause. Right now, they don't have a dedicated fighter,' he was quoted as saying 'We're not concerned with other problems, we just want to focus on one struggle — the struggle to save the Malays,' he reportedly added. According to the report, Mahathir said that the Malays' problems could only be solved if Malays once again led the government. He reportedly added that the movement was open to all Malays, including Umno members, provided they supported the same cause.
New Straits Times
05-06-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Khaled: Obsolete thinking among certain Malay leaders a greater threat to community
KUALA LUMPUR: Outdated, backward and obsolete thinking among certain Malay leaders poses the greatest threat to the community, said Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin. He said many of these leaders failed to recognise that Generations X, Y, Z and Alpha were no longer easily swayed by emotional politics used merely as a means to gain power. "We need to practise politics that are rational and grounded in the best values. Sentimentalism will not help us win in the arenas of technology, tariffs, the advancement of knowledge or the future business world. "The Malays must possess strong competitiveness, knowledge and superior skills. Only then can we become a great and respected nation," he said, in response to the formation of a new movement to unite the Malay community under a single umbrella by former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad. Khaled also said the rights and interests of the Malays remained secure. "No one will ever infringe upon the rights and interests of our people. These have long been enshrined in the Federal Constitution and safeguarded by our wise Malay rulers," he added. Yesterday, Mahathir said the formation of the movement was not about politics but a collective response to what he described as the growing challenges faced by the Malays. He said the secretariat aimed to unify Malays across political lines under a single movement, noting that fragmented efforts had only led to division and weakness.
The Star
05-06-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Umno remembers attempted ban, rejects Dr M's invitation, says Dr Akmal
SHAH ALAM: Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh says Umno will not forget the historical attempt to ban the party by an individual who now invites Umno members to join a new movement, Sinar Harian reports. The Malay language daily reported that the Umno Youth chief was referring to the invitation from former prime minister, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, who urged Umno members to join the Malay Secretariat, a new political coalition purportedly established to champion the restoration of Malay political power. "Thank you, Tun (Dr M), we appreciate the invitation. But we still remember what happened. The same person also wanted to ban Umno when they were in power," he said Thursday (June 5). Dr Muhamad Akmal also told Sinar Harian that if the agenda of uniting the Malays is indeed a priority, it should be born out of sincerity for the sake of religion and race, not motivated by position or status. "If there is a genuine desire to unite the race, let it come from a sincere heart out of love for religion and race, not merely to secure positions for oneself," he said. Dr Mahathir had previously said that he was not inviting Umno as a party but welcomed any Umno members willing to join the Malay Secretariat. According to Dr Mahathir, the Secretariat aims to restore the political dominance of Malays in the government, which he described as increasingly weak.
