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The Sun
3 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Sabahans urged to use MYJalan app for road damage complaints
TAWAU: Deputy Minister of Works Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan has called on Sabahans to utilise the MYJalan app to report road damage, noting its low usage in the state. He emphasised that the app ensures complaints reach the relevant authorities for prompt action. 'There are too few people in Sabah who use the MYJalan application. I hope they would access it to express their dissatisfaction with road conditions,' he said. Complaints filed through MYJalan will be directed to the responsible parties, whether for tourist areas, agricultural roads, or urban routes. Developed in 2023, MYJalan follows a no wrong door policy, forwarding grievances to the appropriate agencies. Ahmad also stressed that concession companies maintaining federal roads must repair potholes within 24 hours as per their agreements. 'The Works Ministry will not compromise on road safety. Concessionaires must ensure roads remain safe and smooth,' he added. - Bernama
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
Sabahans told to use MYJalan to channel road damage complaints
TAWAU: The use of MYJalan, an application for road users to file complaints regarding road damage, is still low in Sabah, said Deputy Minister of Works Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan. In this regard, he said Sabahans who are facing problems with damaged roads, whether village, state or federal roads, should take advantage of MYJalan to ensure that damaged roads can be repaired immediately. "There are too few people in Sabah who use the MYJalan application, I hope that they would access MYJalan application to express their dissatisfaction with the implementation of roads. "We will forward complaints to the responsible parties, if the road involves a tourist area or an agricultural road, we will forward it to the relevant parties, if the road is an urban road, we will forward it to the relevant local authorities," he told reporters after reviewing the progress of the construction project of additional Armed Forces Family Housing (RKAT) of various classes at Kabota Camp here today. Ahmad said that MYJalan, which was developed by the government in 2023, would practise a no wrong door policy system and complaints regarding state, federal and village roads would be forwarded to the relevant parties for further action. Meanwhile, he said that concession companies that are given the responsibility of maintaining federal roads must ensure that damaged roads, including potholes, are repaired immediately. "The concessionaires are required to patch any potholes within less than 24 hours, this is the standard operating procedure in the federal road maintenance agreement," he added. Ahmad said the Works Ministry would not compromise on road safety and concessionaires must ensure that the road conditions are safe and smooth. – Bernama
The Sun
6 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Sabah, S'wak gain voice, but autonomy push remains
PETALING JAYA: Although Sabah and Sarawak have gained increased representation in the federal government, analysts say ongoing discussions over administrative powers and jurisdictional responsibilities remain relevant, particularly in sectors such as oil and gas, education and healthcare. University of Tasmania professor Dr James Chin noted that the inclusion of leaders from East Malaysia in senior federal roles marks a significant development in terms of political presence. 'For the first time in Malaysian history, we have a deputy prime minister from Sarawak,' he said, referring to Deputy Prime Minister II Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. He added that four Sarawakian MPs currently hold full ministerial positions – Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri (Women, Family and Community Development), Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi (Works), Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing (Tourism) and Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang (National Unity). In total, seven out of 28 full ministers are from East Malaysia, making up 25% of the Cabinet. Chin also pointed out that at the deputy minister level, representation is slightly higher, with six deputy ministers from Sarawak and seven from Sabah. However, he said despite this level of representation, there are continued calls from both states for greater decision-making authority in certain policy areas. 'In Sarawak, for example, there have been long-standing proposals for more local control over education and health services. These remain under federal jurisdiction,' he said. He explained that such arrangements reflect the broader framework of federal governance, where the central government maintains oversight over certain portfolios. 'Changes in governance structure typically require time and coordination among various agencies.' Chin also noted that political structures differ between the two states. In Sabah, the presence of multiple parties within the governing coalition can affect policy cohesion. 'There is currently no single party with enough seats to govern Sabah independently. This can influence the state's ability to negotiate or present unified proposals at the federal level,' he said. In Sarawak, the situation is more consolidated. Of the 82 seats in the state legislative assembly, 80 are held by Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS), comprising Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu, Sarawak United Peoples' Party, Sarawak Peoples' Party and Progressive Democratic Party. The coalition left Barisan Nasional in 2018 and has since governed Sarawak on its own. Chin said this stability has contributed to more consistent policy positions and engagement with the federal government. He also remarked on public perceptions in Sabah, where federal-state relations are sometimes viewed through the lens of political alignment. Nusantara Academy of Strategic Research senior fellow prof Dr Azmi Hassan offered similar observations. He said that political representation from East Malaysia has improved, though there are distinctions between the two states. 'Sabah is still developing a stronger coalition identity, while Sarawak's GPS is more established and cohesive,' he said. Azmi added that East Malaysian parties will likely continue to play a significant role in federal politics, particularly in light of ongoing political fragmentation in Peninsular Malaysia, as seen during the last general election. He also expects the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) to remain a point of interest in upcoming state elections, especially in Sabah, where it holds historical and emotional significance. 'While national issues remain important, MA63-related matters continue to be a key focus for many voters in East Malaysia,' he said. In a related update, Deputy Prime Minister II Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said on Monday that the federal government is expected to make a decision on matters related to MA63 on Sept 12. This will follow further discussions in a technical committee involving both Sabah and Sarawak.
New Straits Times
12-07-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Anwar: Terengganu selected as first state implement Madani Tution programme
KUALA TERENGGANU: Terengganu has been chosen to be the first state to implement the Madani Tuition programme with an allocation of RM5.27 million, which will benefit 9,408 students, involving the assistance of 614 school teachers. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Terengganu was chosen due to the excellent achievements shown by students in the state in public examination results. "I appreciate and see Terengganu recording excellent results and I am also proud as a father and grandfather. "(As such) I would like to announce specifically (Madani Tuition) for Terengganu first as a start as assistance to school students. "This assistance (is carried out) with the cooperation of teaching assistance from school is the first programme in Malaysia," he said when attending the closing ceremony of the Terengganu People's Madani Programme 2025 at Pasar Kedai Payang, here today. The ceremony was also attended by Terengganu Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar, Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi and Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. Anwar said the implementation of the Madani tuition programme under the poverty eradication initiative in Terengganu was in addition to the RM100 assistance channelled for the purchase of books and reading materials for students and teachers. The implementation of the programme, he said, would be supervised by the minister and secretary-general of the ministry involved, in addition to plans to expand its implementation to Kelantan after this. In addition, Anwar also announced that the government had approved the construction of a new matriculation college in Marang in addition to the acquisition of land for the Kuala Terengganu Polytechnic campus. At the same ceremony, a total of 10 excellent Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) 2024 students also received Madani (PERMAI) devices. Meanwhile, Anwar said a total of RM30 million had been allocated to Terengganu through the SejaTi Madani Programme, which is an initiative of the unity government to boost community economic activities. "Each village is given funds and the village chooses what (community economic activities) it wants to do and meets to decide what is necessary (for that activity). "I went to a village in Parit Buntar, Perak, I saw them buying drones... they bought two drones and then rented them out to spray fertilizer. "Now every month the net profit is RM30,000... if we empower the villagers and manage it well, sometimes the project is better than other projects," he said. SejaTi Madani focuses on five main sectors, namely agriculture and food, tailoring and handicrafts, herbs and health, tourism and hospitality as well as green activities and recycling. Terengganu PMR 2025 recorded an unexpected response when the total number of visitors as of noon today reached 82,182 people, exceeding the initial target of 25,000 visitors for the three-day programme. Themed " Pembangunan Madani Rakyat Sejahtera, PMR 2025 is organised by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) through the Performance Acceleration and Coordination Unit in strategic collaboration with the Works Ministry and the Implementation Coordination Unit, Prime Minister's Department.
The Star
12-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Terengganu first state for Madani Tuition programme, says Anwar
KUALA TERENGGANU: Terengganu has been chosen to be the first state to implement the Madani Tuition programme with an allocation of RM5.27mil, which will benefit 9,408 students, involving the assistance of 614 school teachers. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Terengganu was chosen due to the excellent achievements shown by students in the state in public examination results. "I appreciate and see Terengganu recording excellent results and I am also proud as a father and grandfather. (Therefore) I would like to announce specifically (Madani Tuition) for Terengganu first as a start as assistance to school students. "This assistance (is carried out) with the cooperation of teaching assistance from school is the first programme in Malaysia," he said when officiating the Closing Ceremony of the Terengganu People's Madani (PMR) Programme 2025 at Pasar Kedai Payang here on Saturday (July 12). The ceremony was also attended by Terengganu Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar, Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi and Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek.- Bernama
