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Borneo Post
a day ago
- General
- Borneo Post
UMS, JSK Mantanani to strengthen marine biodiversity conservation
Dr Kasim (third right) with Johnny Wong holding the signed MoA. KOTA KINABALU (July 22): Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) and JSK Mantanani Island Resorts Sdn Bhd have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost collaborative efforts in marine biodiversity research and education focused on the Mantanani Islands. The agreement formalises a partnership that began in 2023 when JSK Mantanani took proactive steps to combat the persistent poaching of nesting sea turtles on the island. UMS Vice Chancellor Professor Datuk Dr Kasim Mansor said the MoU opens new avenues for joint research, technology development, knowledge transfer and specialised training between the university and industry partners. 'This partnership is about more than just conservation. It's about fostering a resilient, informed and science-led approach to marine stewardship,' he said during the signing ceremony at the university on Tuesday. Prompted by growing concerns over declining turtle populations, JSK sought technical advice from UMS, laying the groundwork for a structured conservation initiative. With guidance from UMS marine scientists, JSK successfully secured formal approval from the Sabah Wildlife Department to launch a turtle conservation programme. Several JSK staff members have since been trained and appointed as Honorary Wildlife Rangers, granting them legal authority to monitor beaches, relocate turtle nests and manage the JSK Turtle Hatchery. The initiative has already seen positive outcomes, with two green turtle (Chelonia mydas) nests protected so far, achieving a hatching success rate of over 90 per cent. In addition to JSK, four other industry players also signed MoU and Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with UMS. They are Sinar Majutera Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd, Osmosis Nutrition Sdn Bhd, Biocircular Technologies Sdn Bhd and VKL Enterprise. JSK Mantanani, Osmosis Nutrition and Biocircular Technologies will collaborate with the university's Borneo Marine Research Institute, while Sinar Majutera Travel & Tours will work with the Centre for Borneo Indigenous Studies and VKL Enterprise with the Faculty of Sustainable Agriculture. Present at the signing ceremony were JSK Mantanani Island Managing Director, Datuk Johnny Wong Chen Yee; Sinar Majutera Travel & Tours Managing Director, Datuk Seri Nasir Sakaran; Senior Manager of Osmosis Nutrition, Ng Weng Yee; Biocircular Technologies Managing Director, Lam Hua Wei and VKL Enterprise Managing Director, Sharizann Abdul Rahim.
India.com
7 days ago
- Politics
- India.com
Who are Sulaiman Isa Khan and Kasim Khan? Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan's sons who may join politics, they live in…, mother is famous…
Who are Sulaiman Isa Khan and Kasim Khan? Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan's sons who may join politics, they live in..., mother is famous... For many years, the Sharif and Bhutto families have played the biggest roles in Pakistan's politics. But now, on August 5, things might take a new turn. The sons of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, Sulaiman Isa Khan (29) and Kasim Khan (26) could be stepping into the spotlight. So far, both brothers have stayed away from politics and have been living quietly in London. But with their father still in Adiala Jail for the last two years, they are now planning to lead a massive protest in Lahore, asking for his release. Their mother, Jemima Goldsmith, has said that the current government, led by Shehbaz Sharif, is not letting her sons talk to their father at all. 'My children are not allowed to speak on the phone to their father… Pakistan's government has now said if they go there to try to see him, they too will be arrested and put behind bars,' she shared on social media. It was only a few months ago, in May, that Imran Khan's sons finally spoke out about their father's arrest. Through social media and interviews, they asked people around the world to put pressure on the Pakistani government to free him. Who is Sulaiman Isa Khan Sulaiman Isa Khan is the older son of Imran Khan, the famous cricketer who later became the Prime Minister of Pakistan and Jemima Goldsmith, a British writer and charity worker from a very well-known family. As per media reports, Sulaiman was born on November 18, 1996, in London. After his parents got divorced in 2004, he continued living in the UK with his mother and younger brother Kasim. Even though he comes from a famous family and has been in the spotlight since childhood, Suleman prefers to stay out of the public eye. His father's side of the family is from Mianwali, Pakistan. His grandfather, Ikramullah Khan Niazi, was a respected engineer. On his mother's side, Suleman is connected to the powerful Goldsmith family in Britain. His grandfather, Sir James Goldsmith, was a wealthy businessman, and his uncle, Zac Goldsmith, is active in UK politics. Who is Kasim Khan? Kasim Khan is the younger son of Imran Khan and Jemima Goldsmith. Born on April 10, 1999, Kasim has lived most of his life in the UK, far away from the noise of Pakistani politics. Even though he belongs to a very famous family, Kasim has kept a quiet and private life. He stayed out of the media spotlight and focused on his studies. He went to the University of Bristol in England, where he studied Islamic History. Recently, things have changed, and Kasim is now starting to appear more in the public eye, especially because of his father's ongoing legal troubles. Like his older brother, Sulaiman, Kasim is now being seen as someone who might play a role in speaking up for their father.
Borneo Post
16-07-2025
- Science
- Borneo Post
UMS, Universitas Brawijaya ink MoU to strengthen academic ties
KOTA KINABALU (July 16): Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) and Universitas Brawijaya (UB) have formalised a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to bolster academic and research collaborations. UMS Vice Chancellor, Prof. Datuk Dr Kasim Mansur, said the partnership initially began with a Letter of Intent (LoI) at the faculty level and has since expanded to cover broader initiatives, including student and staff exchanges, joint research activities, and academic lectures. 'Several programmes have already been rolled out, such as the Brawijaya International Student Mobility Award 2024, UBStars 2023 and 2024, International Staff Mobility Programmes at UMS and UB, the three-in-one Programme in both years, and collaborative publications in academic journals,' he said. The UB delegation was led by its Rector, Prof. Dr. Widodo, who was accompanied by Vice Rector for Planning, Collaboration and Internationalisation, Prof. Dr. Andi Kurniawan; Dean of the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences, Prof. Dr. Sc. Asep Awaludin Prihanto; and Dr. Aziz Jaziri. Kasim and his team, comprising UMS Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic and International Affairs, Prof. Dr. Rossita Shapawi; Deputy Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation, Prof. Dr. Ir. Rosalam Sarbatly; Assistant Registrar, Luqman Ridha and Director of the Borneo Marine Research Institute, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ching Fui Fui, welcomed the delegation. Beyond the signing ceremony, the visit also served as a platform for both universities to further discuss ongoing research collaborations, exchange of expertise, and the creation of new academic and student mobility opportunities. 'We hope these initiatives will continue to foster strategic cooperation in academia and research between UMS and UB,' added Kasim.
Borneo Post
04-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
UMS 'hybrid fish trap' innovation increases fishermen's yields
Dr Kasim displays the design of the hybrid fish trap. KOTA KINABALU (July 4): The use of a hybrid fish trap can provide additional income for traditional fishermen who rely on fishing rods, nets and trawls in nearshore waters. The Vice Chancellor of Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), Prof Datuk Dr Kasim Hj Mansor, said that pilot tests using the trap were conducted among artisanal fishermen in Semporna and along the university's coastal area. 'The trial results showed that fishermen were able to earn no less than RM400 per week in additional income, supplementing their usual earnings from fishing, netting and trawling,' he said. Dr Kasim said this during the 'Knowledge Transfer Ceremony through the Distribution of Hybrid Fish Traps to Artisanal Fishermen' in Kg Rampayan Laut last Saturday. The ceremony involved the handover of hybrid traps and life jackets to 28 fishermen in the village. The 'hybrid trap' is an innovation derived from traditional traps made of bamboo and rattan, redesigned using an iron rod frame and rubber netting with a flexible trap mechanism that adapts to the size of the fish entering it. Also present were Deputy Vice Chancellor of Research and Innovation, Prof Ir Dr Rosalam Hj Sarbatly; Director of the UMS Centre for Blue Economy and Maritime Security Research, Prof Datuk Dr Ismail Ali; Director of the Centre for Sustainability and Community Engagement, Ts. Dr Ag. Sufiyan bin Abd Hamid; CEO of Blue Dreams Sdn Bhd, Michael Hi Long; freshwater fish entrepreneur, Datuk Yap Yun Fook; village chief KK Amberen Aliamat, and local residents. The program aligns with the Ministry of Higher Education's initiative to strengthen partnerships between higher learning institutions and communities and supports Sabah's blue economy development agenda through the Sabah Maju Jaya Secretariat. The hybrid trap project is part of UMS's corporate social responsibility efforts, funded through research grants to increase the income of targeted groups. The high-quality life jackets were donated by Blue Dreams Sdn Bhd. Dr Kasim also shared that under the same program, UMS released 1.5 million fish fries, including prawns, into the Darau River to help sustain the river's ecosystem as a food source for locals.
Borneo Post
02-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Sabah youth score below national average in Mental Health Index
Ellron (seated centre) gives thumbs up to the programme. KOTA KINABALU (July 2): Bumiputera youth in Sabah recorded a score of 71.04 in the Malaysian Youth Mental Health Index 2023 (MyMHI'23) — slightly below the national average of 71.91, according to Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) Vice Chancellor, Datuk Dr Kasim Mansor. He said the findings were part of a comprehensive study conducted by the Institute for Youth Research Malaysia (IYRES) in collaboration with UNICEF Malaysia. 'These statistics offer valuable insights for policymakers and youth themselves, underscoring the importance of cultivating a healthy environment that supports mental wellbeing,' he said during his keynote address at the International Conference for Youths (YOURS 2025) held at Ming Garden on Wednesday. The event was attended by over 120 participants. Dr Kasim emphasised that a healthy environment includes physical, social and psychological conditions that promote overall wellness and reduce health risks. 'To achieve this, several key aspects must be addressed — improving infrastructure, expanding green spaces in urban areas, fostering supportive learning and social environments in schools, universities and workplaces, and enhancing ethno-cultural empathy,' he said. He also pointed out that tackling economic challenges, particularly youth unemployment and financial literacy, is crucial. 'According to IYRES data, Malaysia's youth unemployment rate in 2023 was approximately 11.7%, a slight increase from previous years,' he said, noting that this figure remains well above the national average. On financial literacy, Dr Kasim cited a study published in the Malaysian Journal of Youth Studies showing that only 15.3% of young employees had a high level of financial literacy, while 69.2% demonstrated a moderate level. 'Limited financial knowledge can lead to poor savings habits and weak financial management, increasing the risk of bankruptcy, which may in turn impact mental health,' he said. According to the Malaysian Department of Insolvency, 317 bankruptcy cases were recorded in 2024 among youth aged 30 and below. From January to March 2025 alone, 78 bankruptcy cases were reported, including 37 cases in Sabah. He said the main contributing factors to youth bankruptcy include personal loans, vehicle hire-purchase, credit card debt and business loans. 'In response, various financial awareness programmes and youth-oriented initiatives have been implemented to improve financial literacy and build socioeconomic resilience,' he said. One major initiative is the launch of the Youth Socioeconomic Empowerment Plan 2030, a strategic framework developed to guide the Youth and Sports Ministry, alongside government and non-governmental agencies, in uplifting youth welfare. 'A key target of this plan is to reduce the youth unemployment rate to 6.5%,' he said, adding that the plan also aims to improve youth quality of life by creating more job opportunities, enhancing skills, promoting digitalisation and sustainability, and strengthening financial literacy and credit management. Dr Kasim also addressed the opportunities and challenges of digital technology for today's youth. 'Digital technology has transformed the way young people communicate and express themselves. However, they must be responsible and resilient digital citizens,' he said. He warned that while the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in education and workplaces may be beneficial, overdependence could lead to declining student quality. The event concluded with a closing address by Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Ellron Alfred Angin.
