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Impact of
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ETALING JAYA: Background checks
on potential new hires have revealed
that in 2019 alone, 5% to 7% of
jobseekers used fake degrees, and
10% to 15% had qualifications from

fake degrees
unaccredited tertiary institutions.
Akhbar & Associates, a Malaysian
corporate fraud investigation service, told
theSun the statistics are the latest it has, as
none was collected during the Covid-19
pandemic between 2020 and 2022.
Its managing director Datuk Seri Akhbar
Satar said the legitimacy of degrees and
credentials among employees and students is
a serious issue in Malaysia.
“The human resource department of hiring
companies should always verify the complaint involving our 20 public
background details of potential employees.
However, such verification is not carried out at o Undetected cases of dishonest act may result universities. As for private educational
institutions, only one complaint has been
many companies.
“This is mainly because the human in companies hiring incompetent individuals received by the ministry thus far.”
Mohamed Khaled said among important
resource staff just want to save time in the initiatives taken by the ministry were
hiring process. But the danger of doing this is providing a dedicated verification channel
ending up with incompetent candidates. fake credentials on Sept 12. He had even programme after other participants and under the Malaysian Qualifications Agency,
“Ultimately, such slack employment managed to fool the government’s chief alumni pointed out that there was no such via which the public can inquire
practices will not serve the employer’s interest security office to secure a place in its premier course at the institution. about and verify the accreditations of
as the staff concerned may not be competent youth fellowship programme. Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri programmes offered by
to handle the job for which he is hired.” He was selected as one of the 56 Perdana Mohamed Khaled Nordin told theSun that Malaysian universities.
The issue of false degrees and credentials Fellows for 2023 after claiming to be a although there were reports of fake degrees “In addition, the public can Turn to
returned to public notice after Muhammad Universiti Malaya graduate majoring in being used, it has never been a serious issue also lodge a complaint using —
Azhar Ali, 23, a former Perdana Fellowship electronics and communications engineering. in the Malaysian higher education sector. the Public Complaint page 3
Programme participant, was found to be using But he has since been booted out of the “We have not received any official Management System,” he said.

MAIN ATTRACTION ... A visitor takes pictures of an electric car on display at the International EV, Mobility Technology, Auto Parts and Component Expo at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition
Centre in Kuala Lumpur yesterday. – ADIB RAWI YAHYA/THESUN

M’sia, Turkiye condemn Quran burning, hate speech against Muslims

█ BY ANDEW SAGAYAM
newsdesk@thesundaily.com
NEW YORK: Malaysia and Turkiye have
expressed deep concern about the increasing
hatred and acts of violence against Muslims
and their sanctities, that have reached an
alarming level in many parts of the world,
especially Europe.
In a joint statement, Prime Minister Datuk
Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Turkiye President
Recep Tayyip Erdogan underlined the
emergence of a new form of racism
characterised by xenophobia, negative
profiling and stereotyping of Muslims.
Both leaders condemned in the strongest
terms the recent incidents of the burning of
copies of the Holy Quran in several European
countries based on the argument of freedom
of expression as well as a discourse that
incites abuse, hate speech and aggression
against Islam and Muslims.
They both welcomed the adoption of the
United Nations General Assembly Resolution
76/254 to declare March 15 as “International
Day to Combat Islamophobia”, which stresses
that terrorism and violent extremism
cannot and should not be associated with
any religion, nationality, civilisation or
ethnic group.
“We also welcome the urgent debate at
the 53rd Session of the UN Human Rights
Council (HRC) to discuss the alarming rise
in premeditated and public acts of religious
hatred as manifested by the recurrent
desecration of the Holy Quran, and the
adoption of HRC resolutions defining the
burning of holy books as religious hatred,” the
statement read.
Both leaders are in New York to attend the
78th Session of the UN General Assembly and
held a bilateral meeting at the Turkish House
yesterday.
Anwar said Turkiye will
implement the strategies at Turn to
activity locations in Europe and —
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Islamophobia
“A series of conferences
were organised before this From
and they will continue (to front
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discussions on efforts
against Islamophobia will
continue to be pursued during
Erdogan’s visit to Malaysia in
December,” he said.
Anwar said in addition to
conferences and explanatory sessions,
efforts to address prejudice and extreme
attitudes towards Islam in the global
community through publications would
be done, and one of the ways is by
publishing 100,000 copies of the Quran
in various languages.
“This includes 15,000 copies
translated into Swedish, which have
been sent to that country. Copies of the
Quran have also been distributed in
Australia and the United States as well
as learning centres, universities and
mosques,” he said.
RM6m for Pahang
community
projects
BENTONG: The Local Government
Development Ministry has allocated
RM6.03 million through the Sentuhan
Kasih initiative in Pahang, said its
minister Nga Kor Ming
He said of the amount, RM4.74
million is for the implementation of
various projects related to the
well-being, health and comfort of
residents in Bentong, including
efforts to address floods.
He added that the remaining
RM1.29 million has been allocated to
the Bera district council for work on
upgrading the Triang market and
surrounding areas.
“The allocation is a performance-
based one to ensure that the
ministry’s services and focus on the
well-being of the population continue
to be improved. All these projects will
start immediately, with the tender
issued and the target completion date
set on Dec 31.”
Nga was speaking after conducting
a working visit to Bentong, including
Medan Selera Kampung Baru, Taman
Saga and Pasar Besar Bentong.
Also present was Bentong MP
Young Syefura Othman.
For the project in Bentong, the
largest allocation of RM1 million was
channelled for repair works of Pasar
Besar Bentong, while RM500,000 each
was to upgrade Medan Selera
Kampung Baru and the Chemomoi
market.
The upgrading works, among other
things, involve repairing the ceiling,
upgrading the drainage system,
paving roads and installing
garbage traps.
“A total of RM400,000 was for
upgrading and repairing drains in
Taman Saga as well as related work in
the housing area with 896 residential
units and about 4,000 residents.”
He said RM2.34 million was
allocated for 16 projects in 11 new
villages to be implemented
immediately to ensure the safety of
residents, including road repair
works, upgrading of riverbanks and
drainage systems to prevent flooding.
The villages involved are Kampung
Bukit Tinggi, Kampung Chamang,
Kampung Karak, Kampung Kemasur,
Kampung Manchis, Kampung Sri
Telemong, Kampung Sungai Dua,
Kampung Sungai Penjuring,
Kampung Sungai Perdak, Kampung
Telemong and Kampung Ulu Perting.
– Bernama
Law on mixed parentage
children lauded
█ BY RAJVINDER SINGH
newsdesk@thesundaily.com
PETALING JAYA: The law that
allows children of
parentage in Sarawak to be
mixed
recognised as Bumiputera meets
the aspirations and demands of
the state’s people, said National
Council of Professors senior fellow
Datuk Dr Jeniri Amir.
“It gives parents in mixed
marriages peace of mind because
their children can now enjoy the
benefits of being natives of the state
and easily apply for jobs. This
creates a bigger talent pool as they
can help contribute to the state
economy.
“Sarawak is pragmatic and it
does not have the prejudice that
exists elsewhere. Everyone is
treated equally and this creates
social cohesion and integration.”
Jeniri said there are Bumiputera
in the Peninsular who are Orang
Asli and Peranakan but children of
mixed marriages do not have
Bumiputera rights.
“So, it is up to the federal
government and politicians on both
sides of the divide to push for the
Help MSMEs face challenges: Minister
KUALA LUMPUR: The government
and private agencies need to be
sensitive to the regional economic
challenges encountered by
entrepreneurs, particularly those in
the micro, small and medium
enterprise (MSME) sector in the
current geopolitical situation.
Entrepreneur Development and
Cooperatives Minister Datuk Ewon
Benedick said the best approach is
to channel aid to ensure that they
continue to thrive.
oGranting of Bumiputera status would
facilitate jobseeking efforts and create bigger
talent pool: Analyst
same law in the Peninsula.”
He said whether there would be
such a law is hard to say, but
politicians in the Peninsular should
work towards promoting cohesion
and not continue with the divisive
politics they are promoting
currently, adding that they should
put the country first and not their
own interests.
Deputy minister in the Sarawak
Premier’s Department (Law, MA63
and State-Federal Relations) Datuk
Sharifah Hasidah Sayeed Aman
Ghazali said children of mixed
parentage could own native land
and have native or Bumiputera
status to enter public universities
and tertiary institutions.
She said this would take effect
from Nov 1, in line with the
provisions of the Interpretation
(Amendment) Ordinance 2022,
adding that the qualifying criteria
He said the government is very
committed to ensuring that the
vision of the National
Entrepreneurship Policy 2030,
which aims to advance Malaysia’s
entrepreneurial skills to create a
holistic and conducive
entrepreneurial ecosystem, could
be achieved.
“The ministry’s role is to
encourage and strengthen the
MSME sector for the country’s
economic progress,” he said at the
are very simple.
“For any person to be recognised
as a native of Sarawak, he or she
must be a Malaysian citizen, a
natural born child of a person of a
race indigenous to Sarawak, and
one of his or her parents a person of
a race indigenous to Sarawak.”
She said “native” also means
those having “Bumiputera” status,
and applications for native
recognition could be made at any
district office in the state, where the
forms, costing RM100 each, would
be made available.
Sharifah Hasidah said the
Sarawak government would
establish a committee chaired by
the state secretary to review and
consider applications for native
recognition.
University of Tasmania Asia
Institute Prof James Chin said this is
not a new law but has now been
SME Bank Xcess launch yesterday.
“This commitment is carried out
through an environment with
strengthened infrastructure that
supports the development of
MSME, while building capacity and
capability and increasing financing
access for them.”
Ewon said his ministry fully
supports SME Bank Xcess as a
flagship programme to drive MSME
growth inclusively and sustainably.
The annual business matching
CONCERN FOR
WILDLIFE ... The
Yang di-Pertuan
Agong Al-Sultan
Abdullah
Ri’ayatuddin
Al-Mustafa Billah
Shah looking at a
tiger receiving
treatment during
his visit to the
National Wildlife
Rescue Centre in
Sungkai, Tanjung
Malim yesterday.
– BERNAMAPIC
codified under the state, and no
state government would be able to
overturn it.
He said the law is good for
Sarawak as it meets the aspirations
of the people due to the high
number of mixed marriages.
“With Bumiputera status, they
can apply for Amanah Saham
Bumiputera shares, and get
discounts for house purchases,
among others. Most importantly, it
will help to further integrate the
people of Sarawak.”
Chin said it is harder to
introduce a similar law in the
Peninsula because politicians have
been using race and religion to
divide the people.
He added that the Bumiputera
status for Orang Asli and others is
mainly for administrative purposes
and it does not carry any power of
law with it.
Chin said if there was such
a law in Peninsular Malaysia,
governments would be powerless
to remove it.
“Only when politicians stop
playing the race and religion card
and put the people first can the
nation see changes.”
event attracted 80,000 visitors on its
online and physical platforms,
exceeding its 40,000 target.
The programme complements
the government’s commitment, in
which the bank’s strategy is to
ensure that facilities, outreach and
services are offered holistically.
MSME contribution to the gross
domestic product rose to 38.4% in
2022, with a value add of RM580.4
billion versus RM520 billion in
2021. – Bernama

FRESH CATCH
... A participant
displaying
seafood during
the 17th edition
of the Food and
Hotel Malaysia
Exhibition at the
Kuala Lumpur
Convention
Centre yesterday.
– AMIRUL
SYAFIQ/THESUN
Illegal for employers
to retain staff passports
oOnly authorities allowed to
demand travel document for
official purposes, say lawyers
█ BY RAVEEN AINGARAN
newsdesk@thesundaily.com
PETALING JAYA: Two lawyers have urged
authorities to look into the plight of migrant
workers who are being forced to surrender their
passports in return for employment.
Lawyer Datuk Sankara Narayanan said
depriving migrant workers of their passports
restricts their movements.
“Retaining passports seems to be a standard
condition for their employment. However, the
action by employers to withhold the passports of
migrant workers is a breach of international law.
“The workers would be unable to move
around freely on their off days. This leads to
mental anguish and frustration in the long term,”
he said.
Another lawyer, Derek Fernandez, said
according to Section 12(1)(f) of the Passports Act
1966, an employer cannot take possession of an
employee’s passport unless it is for a specific
reason such as visa renewal.
Bogus credentials creating issues for legitimate varsities
Meanwhile, National Association of Private
Educational Institutions (Napei) secretary- providers could be stationed abroad to hide
general Dr Teh Choon Jin concurred that
possessing and using fake degrees is a From
serious issue in the country. front
Teh said fake degrees from page
Malaysian universities are sold by
unscrupulous parties.
“This creates issues for legitimate obtained in Malaysia through blockchain
universities, which can have their reputations technology.
dented by degrees being sold through
websites, social media and degree mills. and verify qualifications should be made part
“We believe many of these fake degree of the national agenda under the Higher
websites are operating within and outside Education Digitalisation Action Plan
Malaysia. But despite this, we do not know 2023-2030 to weed out fake degrees. This will
which organisations are selling fake degrees be in line with Malaysia’s digital initiatives.”
and credentials to students.”
“The passport can be retained by government
authorities for investigation or prosecution of an
offence.
“Government authorities can also request the
passport for identity verification if it is needed,”
Fernandez said, adding that all these are
legitimate reasons.
However, he noted there is no doubt some
(migrant workers) are misled, taken advantage of
or have to pay lump sum of “unofficial” money to
unscrupulous agents, some of whom are in the
migrant workers’ countries, just to secure their
jobs in Malaysia.
“Yet once they land in Malaysia, their freedom
of movement is restricted because their passports
are retained by local agents or their employers.”
Some migrant workers are even given wrong
information as to the actual expectations of their
prospective employers, working hours and
conditions.
“And to have their passports retained by third
parties means the migrant workers will face
difficulty in seeking help from Malaysian
authorities if they are exploited.”
Derek said employers who are desperate for
workers may also be misled and taken advantage
by unscrupulous agents who supply those who
are unskilled and unable to handle the jobs or
tasks assigned to them.
This is sometimes used to justify withholding
the passports of migrant workers.
Teh said fake degree and credential
their modus operandi, just like other
scammers.
During the Higher Education
Ministry (Mohe) Visioning Workshop
held on Sept 14, Teh said Napei had
proposed that Mohe verify qualifications
“The use of blockchain technology to issue
Malaysian Employers Federation president
“On the other hand, some migrant workers
have no intention of fulfilling their contracts and
as a result, once they land in Malaysia, they run
away to illegally work elsewhere.
“Holding migrant workers’ passports in a way
restricts them from doing such things and offers
the employer or agent some security, even
though it is against the law.”
Derek suggested that mandatory insurance
be required to ensure migrant workers who wish
to leave their employment for any reason can do
so as the insurance policy will compensate for
the financial losses incurred by the employer.
He said having the insurance policy would
also mean that employers have no reason to
retain the passports as a security measure to
ensure their workers do not leave their jobs.
Ahmad Badrul, a 40-year-old Bangladeshi
who works as a security guard at a condominium
in Puchong, said his passport has been held by
his employer ever since he started working in
Malaysia in 2020.
“To work here as a security guard, my
passport has to be given to my employer and I
can only retrieve it from him if I have an
emergency which requires me to return to my
country.
“Not only that, I have to be accompanied by
my employer’s agent if I have to attend any
medical check-ups. I feel as though I am being
closely monitored at all times,” he said.
Datuk Dr Syed Hussain Syed Husman said
fake degrees are an ongoing issue among job
applicants and employers may have
unknowingly hired those with fake degrees.
He said employers and other stakeholders
affected by academic dishonesty are
concerned because those with questionable
credentials can turn out to be incompetent in
carrying out their duties.
Syed Hussain said potential employees
who resort to using fake degrees are
desperate to show they are better qualified
than other applicants.
“The availability of fake degrees has
encouraged some job applicants to turn to
them for a leg-up over other applicants, apart
from making their resumes more impressive.”
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Stay loyal to cause,
PKR members told
PETALING JAYA: Parti Keadilan Rakyat
(PKR) president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim
reminded all party members to remain
steadfast and committed to upholding the
reformasi ideology.
Anwar, who is also prime minister, said
the party had gone through an era of
struggles, trials and tribulations for the
past 25 years and the voice of reformasi
championed by PKR can bring about a
transformation to save the people and the
country.
“I hope the pioneers of the reformation
agenda and the young generation
continue to enliven the spirit to save the
people and the country, and maintain the
ideals of living together in unity to spur
growth and development that can propel
the country in the region.”
Anwar said this in a short video clip that
was telecast during the 25th anniversary of
reformasi and opening of the Selangor
PKR’s premier annual general assembly of
Cabang Wanita and Angkatan Muda
Keadilan on Wednesday night.
The anniversary programme was
launched by Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk
Seri Amirudin Shari, who is also state PKR
chairman.
Anwar also registered his appreciation
to Amirudin, who had organised the
programme, to remind and appreciate the
struggles of the pioneer reformasi
initiative.
Meanwhile, at the same event,
Amirudin slammed certain parties for
stating that the party’s struggle for
reformasi over the past 25 years had fizzled
out. – Bernama
RM911m revenue
collected in Pahang
BENTONG: The Pahang government has
collected RM911 million in revenue as of
September, said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri
Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail.
Of the amount, RM600 million was
used for the state government’s fixed
expenditures, including paying civil
servants’ salaries, and RM311 million was
used for the development and welfare of
the people of Pahang.
He said in addition to the high revenue
collection, the state government has
successfully reduced its debt from RM3.3
billion previously to approximately
RM930 million.
“We also have UniPSAS (Universiti
Islam Pahang Sultan Ahmad Shah), many
Pahang-born children continue their
studies at Al-Azhar (University), Egypt
and in Jordan, and after this we will send
them to Morocco as well,” he said at the
Bantuan Prihatin Pahang 2023
presentation ceremony in Simpang
Pelangai yesterday. – Bernama
Funds requested
for old towns
SHAH ALAM: The Selangor government is
requesting an injection of funds from the
federal government in Budget 2024 to help
the rejuvenation process of old towns and
areas in the state.
Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin
Shari said the rejuvenation process was
necessary to ensure that the development
of the area could keep up with the pace of
development in the surrounding new
urban area, Bernama reported.
He said old urban areas such as
Petaling Jaya, Ampang, Gombak, Cheras
and Pandan, which were developed with a
development model in the 70s and 80s, are
no longer meet the current needs of the
population.
“However, its implementation involves
a large policy and requires financial
support from the federal government, in
addition to approval and permission from
the land owners,” he said at the Selangor-
level Budget 2024 Roadshow yesterday.

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Students happy with flight fare offer
oFlySiswa programme makes trips back to
hometowns affordable, especially for tickets
to Sabah and Sarawak
█ BY RAIS ZULFAHMI
newsdesk@thesundaily.com
PETALING JAYA: The collaboration
between airlines and the government
in implementing the FlySiswa
programme is an excellent initiative
to help students reduce transport
expenses, said AirAsia Malaysia CEO
Riad Asmat.
“AirAsia is happy to support the
FlySiswa programme, which is a
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view of crystal clear waters while on a boat ride. – BERNAMAPIC
Measures taken to control rabies
KUALA LUMPUR: The Veterinary
Services Department has taken
various steps to control the spread of
rabies and prevent it from
re-emerging in the country.
Its deputy director-general
Dr Suratan Kamarudin said the
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Transport Ministry initiative that
allows students to return to their
hometowns more affordably.
“Our involvement demonstrates
AirAsia’s commitment to the initiative
and reinforces our dedication to
serving the underserved,” he said.
Riad added that the good response
from students underscores the
appeal of the initiative, which will
continue until Dec 31.
He said for the application
measures taken include forming an
immune belt in the northern part of
the peninsula involving the border
states with a high risk of being
infected with rabies.
“This is to ensure that all forms of
control actions by authorities can be
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FlySiswa website and fill up details
required for a voucher.
Redemptions can be done with a
few clicks, starting with logging in as
an Airasia member, choosing a flight
on the booking page, and selecting
the departure and return time with
the voucher code.
Eligibility for the FlySiswa
programme is set by the ministry.
The programme is open to students
who are pursuing tertiary education
at a Malaysian public university and
are originally from Sabah, Sarawak,
or the Federal Territory of Labuan.
“AirAsia’s e-voucher for the
FlySiswa programme applies to flight
bookings on 45 routes between Kuala
Lumpur, Johor Bahru and Kota Bharu
carried out effectively in the area
involved,” he said.
He added that between January
and August, the department had
vaccinated 7,430 pet dogs, including
6,230 in the immune belt areas in the
peninsula and Sabah. – Bernama
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in Peninsular Malaysia and Kota
Kinabalu, Sandakan, Kuching,
Bintulu, Miri, Sibu and Labuan.
“It is also applicable to flights
between Sabah, Sarawak and
Labuan,” he said.
Sabah student Siti Nursyahirah
Abdul Latip, who studies social
communication at Universiti
Pendidikan Sultan Idris in Tanjung
Malim, said students from Sabah and
Sarawak have undoubtedly benefited
from the FlySiswa programme,
adding that it has made a significant
contribution to lowering travel and
transport costs.
“This kind of help is greatly
appreciated by Sabah and Sarawak
students because the price of flight
tickets is unpredictable and
Drivers, bikers urged to
play part in road safety
█ BY ALLEN WONG
newsdesk@thesundaily.com
PETALING JAYA: Most Malaysian
road users have a poor sense of
awareness about the importance
of safety and the consequences of
being involved in road crashes,
said Alliance for a Safe
Community chairman Tan Sri Lee
Lam Thye.
“Quite a number of our
motorcyclists are not riding
carefully and therefore, increase
the risk of collisions with other
road users. It boils down to
individual attitudes and
awareness.
“The lack of responsibility
among motorists and larger
vehicles also plays a part. Drivers
need to maintain or increase their
observation whenever
motorcyclists are on public roads,”
he said.
Lee stressed that motorcyclists
must follow safe riding guidelines
and rules when going through
traffic. That includes travelling at
much slower speed, maintaining a
safe distance, and not swerving in
and out of traffic.
He said they have the same
rights as other road users on
which lane they can use, unless
the road they are travelling on has
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sometimes, it exceeds our budget.”
Siti Nursyahirah said she spent
between RM150 and RM200 on flight
tickets, excluding additional baggage
charges, which usually cost her
another RM200.
“However, if you travel home over
the weekends or during holidays, the
ticket price will increase
significantly, from RM300 to RM400
for a one-way ticket.
“This programme is effective in
assisting students to lower their
expenses. This is because it covers
more than just transport cost.
“The initiative helps students in
budgeting for travel, and other
expenses such as the cost of food and
other means of transport to get to
their dormitories.”
a dedicated motorcycle lane.
“Our roads are not designed in
a way that motorcyclists can stay
on the left lane most of the time.
They have to switch lanes when
they need to turn at a junction.
“There is also a risk of getting
run over by larger vehicles such as
lorries and buses as they also
mostly travel on the left side of the
road.”
Lee urged the government to
allocate a higher budget for
constructing new lanes and
maintaining the existing ones for
the safety of motorcyclists.
He said motorcyclists must be
aware of other larger vehicles on
the road and ride safely according
to what they learnt in driving
schools. The syllabus is sufficient
to educate and train new and
seasoned motorcyclists on safe
riding.
“The most important factor is
the candidates themselves. Apart
from passing the test and getting
their licence, they have to follow
what they learnt in training to
become safer riders.
“Driving institutes are doing
their best to deliver the syllabus
provided by authorities. However,
when motorcyclists are on public
roads, enforcement agencies must
ensure they monitor and enforce
the traffic rules and laws,” he said.

Alarming increase of substance
abuse cases recorded
KUALA SELANGOR: Drug
addiction cases in the country have
increased by 27% in the first six
months of the year involving 118,820
addicts, compared with 93,534
reported in the same period last year.
National Anti-Drug Agency
director-general Sutekno Ahmad
Belon said on Wednesday the
increase is worrying.
“More than 137,000 drug addicts
were recorded last year and 65%
of the total number involved youths
and teenagers.”
He said based on cases
of prohibited substance abuse in
the last five years, the use
of synthetic drugs was found to be
higher than organic drugs.
Sutekno disclosed that Perlis,
Kedah, Kelantan and Terengganu
were among the states that recorded
the highest ratio per 100,000
residents involved in the problem of
drug abuse, while Selangor recorded
the highest number of addicts.
RM27 million worth of drugs destroyed
PORT DICKSON: The Malaysian
Maritime Enforcement Agency
yesterday destroyed 1,301kg of drugs
valued at over RM27 million
that were seized between 2020 and
this year.
Its deputy director-general
Khairul Anwar Bachok said the
More monitoring operations on heavy vehicles
KUALA LUMPUR: Monitoring
operations against heavy vehicles
will be stepped up, especially on
commercial ones, said city
police chief Datuk Allaudeen Abdul
Majid yesterday.
He added that the move follows a
fatal collision involving a trailer at
Km5.7 Jalan Persiaran Utara in
Putrajaya on Wednesday.
The incident at about 10am
involved 14 vehicles, including a
police outrider motorcycle, that are
believed to have stopped to make
oNational Anti-Drug Agency registers 27%
hike in six months, mostly involving youths
and teenagers
He said having too much free
time without engaging in any
activities was one of the main
contributing factors for teenagers
and youths to get involved in the
drug menace.
“Because of that, we launched the
Anti-Drug Squad this year to ensure
that youths have beneficial activities.
“We aim to attract one million
members of the Anti-Drug Squad by
the middle of next year and thus far,
we have 120,000.”
The agency aims for the rate of
drug addiction to be below 400
individuals per 100,000 residents in
the country by 2025, compared with
426 recorded last year.
drugs were seized in the maritime
zones of Tanjung Sedili, Batu Pahat,
Kuala Kedah, Kedah and Perlis.
“The disposal of drugs
such as cannabis, heroin,
morphine, methamphetamine and
methylenedioxymethamphetamine
was carried out after receiving a
way for a convoy just before the crash.
Two motorcyclists were confirmed
dead at the scene and seven injured.
Allaudeen said he did not rule out
negligence as the cause of the crash.
Putrajaya district police chief ACP
A. Asmadi Abdul Aziz said the victims
were identified as Pos Malaysia
employee Faris Haziq Abu Bakar, 25,
and Yuswar Mohd Uyus, 39, who
worked at the Ampang Court.
“We do inspections on heavy
vehicles every day in Kuala Lumpur,
but we increased operations starting
Sutekno also advised parents not
to shield family members affected by
drug addiction and to take them
to the agency for treatment.
“Prevention is better than cure
and it needs to start at home and the
family should protect their children.”
Meanwhile, the agency has
adopted a new approach for
drug addicts participating in its
programmes by providing treatment
and rehabilitation-based initiatives.
According to Sungai Besi Drug
Rehabilitation Centre director
Nurshuhaila Ab Rahman, the
previous agency programme was
“regimented” and difficult for
trainees to follow.
court order.”
Khairul Anwar said in one case,
operations were conducted at the
coastal border between Kuala Perlis
and Satun in Thailand, with the
drugs being thrown into the sea.
He revealed the drugs are
believed to be for the Langkawi and
yesterday in collaboration with the
Road Transport Department, Kuala
Lumpur City Hall and the
Department of Environment,”
Allaudeen said.
“In addition to the travel
restrictions (imposed on heavy
vehicles) from 6.30am to 9.30am in
the city centre, we will focus on routes
in Putrajaya and vehicles coming
from Puchong.
“If there is any incident that
requires us to impound vehicles,
action will be taken. There will be
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She said yesterday the new
approach is more humane, fun
and effective, and focuses on
nine components that meet the
psychological, emotional and
behavioural needs of the trainees.
“Helping drug addicts means
changing their lives so that they
can function normally in society
rather than just stopping them from
taking drugs.”
Nurshuhaila said the agency
ensures that trainees interact with
the community to prevent them
from feeling isolated.
“It also equips recovering addicts
with skills to prepare their return
to society.”
She added that the centre has
good relationships with some
employers and they are willing
to offer jobs to former drug addicts.
“This will ensure former drug
addicts have jobs that would provide
them with a steady income when
they are back in society.”
Khairul Anwar
(third from
right) showing
some of the
drugs to be
disposed in
Port Dickson
yesterday.
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Penang market, adding that Johor
was also a transit location for drugs
as they were to be marketed abroad.
He said the agency will increase
patrols and enforcement in the
nation’s waters, especially at locations
suspected of being flashpoints for
criminal activities. – Bernama
no compromise.”
Meanwhile, the trailer driver has
been remanded for four days starting
yesterday.
The remand order was issued by
Magistrate Irza Zulaikha Rohanuddin
at the Putrajaya Magistrate’s Court
after allowing an application by police.
Asmadi said the driver, 29, tested
negative for drugs and has no record
for traffic offences, adding that the
case is being investigated under
Section 41(1) of the Road Transport
Act 1987.
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£9.45m of 1MDB
money sent to
Najib’s account,
court told
KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court
was told yesterday that more
than £9.45 million of 1Malaysia
Development Berhad (1MDB)
loan money was deposited into
former prime minister Datuk Seri
Najib Abdul Razak’s private account
in 2014.
Bank Negara Malaysia analyst and
47th prosecution witness Adam
Ariff Mohd Roslan, 29, said the
money originated from Blackrock
Commodities (Global) Ltd and
Vista Equity International Partners,
companies controlled by Eric Tan
Kim Loong, who is alleged to be an
associate of fugitive businessman
Low Taek Jho, or Jho Low.
The funds were transferred
to Najib’s account ending with
“880” between June 23, 2014 and
Dec 17, 2014, Adam Ariff said when
verifying the money trail report at
Najib’s trial involving the alleged
misappropriation of RM2.3 billion
of 1MDB funds.
“Blackrock transferred £750,000
on June 19, 2014, while Vista Equity
transferred £8,706,021.92 to the same
account through five transactions.”
According to the prosecution’s
opening statement at the beginning
of the trial in 2019, it contended that
£9.45 million was originally from
1MDB through its subsidiary 1MDB
Energy Holdings Ltd, and it obtained
two loans totalling US$1.23 billion
from Deutsche Bank Singapore.
Adam Ariff also said Najib’s “880”
account had RM100,000 before the
sum of £750,000 was transferred.
Najib, 70, is facing four
charges of using his position to obtain
bribes totalling RM2.3 billion
belonging to 1MDB and 21 charges
of money laundering involving the
same amount.
The trial before Judge Datuk Collin
Lawrence Sequerah continues on
Oct 9. – Bernama
Brush with death
for motorist
LABUAN: A man narrowly escaped
being crushed when a giant tree fell
on his parked vehicle during a
downpour just minutes after he
stepped out of it.
The incident, that took place at
Jalan Kampung Ganggarak at around
4pm yesterday, left bystanders
shocked by his close encounter
with death.
The man earlier parked his car by
the roadside and was stunned to see
his vehicle beneath the tree when he
returned a while later.
An emergency response team
from the Layang-Layangan Fire and
Rescue station cleared the tree and
removed the vehicle. – Bernama
On another matter, Allaudeen said
36,432 summonses were issued
during Phase Two of Op Hormat
Undang-Undang Jalan Raya.
He said traffic obstruction was the
most common offence, with 27,755
summonses issued.
“We detained 59 individuals for
various criminal and traffic offences
and also seized 27 motorcycles and
two lorries.”
The operation, which began on
Sept 15, will be conducted for two
weeks until Sept 29. – Bernama

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Activists accuse Marcos Jr of ‘witch-hunt’
oHundreds march for release of victims
of forced disappearances
MANILA: Filipino activists accused
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s
government yesterday of carrying out
a “witch-hunt” against rights
defenders as they held rallies for the
51st anniversary of the imposition of
martial law.
Hundreds of people marched in
Manila calling for the release of
victims of forced disappearances and
the abolition of an
anti-communist task force, set up by
former president Rodrigo Duterte,
that has been accused of targeting
government critics.
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HANOI: Japan’s Crown
Prince Akishino and Crown
Princess Kiko were
welcomed yesterday in the
Vietnam capital by lines of
flag-waving schoolchildren,
as they began a visit
marking the 50th
anniversary of diplomatic
ties between the two
nations. The royal couple
laid wreaths at the
mausoleum of late
president Ho Chi Minh,
before heading to the
former home – a traditional
stilt house – of the
revolutionary leader and
feeding fish in a pond
outside. Akishino – the
younger brother of Emperor
Naruhito – was last in
Vietnam, which Japan once
occupied, more than two
decades ago. The two
nations have maintained
close diplomatic and trade
ties, with Japan considered
one of Vietnam’s most
important economic
partners. – AFP
‘BEIJING, MOSCOW
MUST DEEPEN TIES’
BEIJING: China Foreign
Minister Wang Yi told Russia
President Vladimir Putin
that the two countries must
work to strengthen
cooperation in the face of a
“complex international
situation”, Chinese state
media reported yesterday.
Speaking at a meeting with
Putin in Saint Petersburg, at
which the Russian leader
accepted an invitation to
visit China next month,
Wang said the “world is
rapidly moving towards
multipolarity”. “Both sides
need to strengthen their
multilateral strategic
cooperation, protect their
legitimate rights and
interests, and make new
efforts to promote the
international order towards
fairness and justice,” Wang
said. Putin told Wang “our
positions coincide
regarding the emergence of
a multipolar world”. – AFP
Australia announces inquiry into Covid-19 response
CANBERRA: Australia announced
yesterday an inquiry into its handling
of the Covid-19 pandemic, which led
to fortress-like travel restrictions,
rolling lockdowns and a sluggish
initial vaccine rollout.
Rights group Karapatan said the
Marcos Jr administration was using
the task force to “witch-hunt activists,
human rights defenders and other
dissenters”, while enabling the
military and police to “perpetuate
repression reminiscent of the martial
law era”.
Marcos Jr’s father Ferdinand
Marcos imposed martial law in 1972,
unleashing his security forces on
rivals, critics and dissidents.
Amnesty International estimates
thousands of people were killed and
tens of thousands tortured and
BRINGING FANTASY TO LIFE ... Cosplay models posing during the preview for the Tokyo Game Show in Chiba City
yesterday. The annual show will be open to the public from today until Sept 24. – AFPPIC
South Korea vote paves way for arrest
of opposition leader
SEOUL: The opposition-controlled
Parliament in South Korea voted
yesterday to allow prosecutors to
serve an arrest warrant against the
main opposition leader who is facing
an investigation into bribery and
breach of duty charges.
The vote means Democratic Party
leader Lee Jae-myung will face court
to contest his arrest over the charges.
The motion was accepted by a
margin of 149 to 136, with six
abstained votes and four invalid in a
secret ballot with 295 votes cast.
Separately, Parliament voted to
dismiss Prime Minister Han Duck-soo
for a slew of government policy failures
including the deadly Halloween crush,
inadequate response to heavy rains
and flooding, and the much-criticised
World Scout Jamboree.
It is the first time such a motion
has passed against a prime minister
in South Korea though it is not
The country imposed some of the
world’s most stringent restrictions
during the pandemic, sealing
international borders for two years
and locking down most major cities
for months on end.
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imprisoned in the brutal crackdown.
Activists said rampant human
rights abuses have continued under
Marcos Jr, who has kept up Duterte’s
deadly war on drugs, as well as his
National Task Force to End Local
Communist Armed Conflict.
Rights groups said eight activists
have been “disappeared” since
Marcos Jr became president in June
last year.
There have been more than 400
drug-related killings during the same
period, according to a monitoring
group.
“It’s like we’re still living in the
shadows of 1972. This regime doesn’t
care about human rights,” Renato
Reyes, secretary-general of the leftist
alliance Bayan, told protesters.
The rallies come after the release
binding and President Yoon Suk Yeol
is expected to exercise his power to
reject it.
Lee was hospitalised on Monday
while on a hunger strike protesting
what he called policy failures by
Yoon’s government, including
economic mismanagement and not
doing enough to stop Japan’s
Fukushima wastewater release.
MPs have immunity against arrest
when the assembly is in session
unless its members vote to rescind it
with a simple majority.
Lee’s Democratic Party holds 167
seats in the 297-member Parliament.
Lee is accused of asking a
company to illegally transfer US$8
million (RM38 million) to North
Korea when he was the governor of
Gyeonggi Province.
He is also accused of breaching his
duty over losses of 20 billion won
(RM70 million) by a municipal
For much of the pandemic the
strategy worked, but the relaxation of
the rules led to a leap in detected cases.
High vaccination rates limited the
number of fatalities.
“It was a very disruptive period in
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on Tuesday of two environmental
activists who had accused the
military of abducting them.
Jonila Castro, 21, and Jhed
Tamano, 22, had been working with
coastal communities opposed to
reclamation activities in Manila Bay
when they disappeared on Sept 2 in
Bataan province, near Manila.
Authorities rejected the allegation,
saying the women were part of a
communist insurgency seeking to
overthrow the government and had
sought their help after voluntarily
leaving the movement.
Human Rights Watch senior
researcher Carlos Conde told AFP
some aspects of the country’s human
rights situation had worsened under
Marcos Jr.
“What we’re seeing is somebody ...
development corporation during his
time as mayor of the city of Seongnam.
Lee has denied any wrongdoing,
calling the allegations “fiction” and a
“political conspiracy”.
He and many members of his
party have criticised the
investigations against him as a
political witch-hunt.
Lee narrowly lost to Yoon, a
former chief prosecutor, in the
presidential election last year.
On Wednesday, Lee urged
lawmakers to vote against the motion
and stop what he called “prosecution
dictatorship” by the Yoon
government in a social media post,
despite having promised earlier not
to use his parliamentary immunity.
“Over 300 raids have been
conducted (by the prosecution). But
nothing has come out,” Lee said.
Lee was not present in the plenary
session to vote. – Reuters
our lives. But we got through it,” said
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
“We need to examine what went
right, what could be done better with
a focus on the future.”
The independent probe will
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who likes to shove human rights as an
issue aside,” Conde said, adding one
of the reasons could be “his family
have a ... nasty history as far as human
rights is concerned”.
Veteran human rights campaigner
Cristina Palabay of Karapatan said
she felt “more scared now” as the
number of missing activists
increased.
Palabay said she and other
members of Karapatan faced “some
sort of mortal danger far greater than
before”, citing increased threats,
profiling and surveillance.
“This is actually like martial law ...
when people are just being picked up
in the streets and justified as being
held by authorities because they are
suspected of being somebody,”
Palabay said. – AFP
Potentially
radioactive
metal stolen
from Fukushima
TOKYO: Construction workers
stole and sold potentially
radioactive scrap metal from near
the crippled Fukushima nuclear
power plant, the Environment
Ministry said yesterday.
The materials went missing
from a museum being
demolished in a special zone 4km
from the atomic plant in
northeast Japan.
Although people were allowed
to return to the area last year after
intense decontamination work,
radiation levels can still be above
normal and it is surrounded by a
no-go zone.
The Environment Ministry
was informed of the theft by
workers from a joint venture
conducting the demolition work
in late July and is “exchanging
information with police”, ministry
official Kei Osada told AFP.
Osada said the metal may have
been used in the frame of the
building, “which means that it’s
unlikely that these metals were
exposed to high levels of radiation
when the nuclear accident
occurred”.
If radioactivity levels are high,
metals from the area must go to
an interim storage facility or be
properly disposed of.
If low, they can be re-used.
However, the stolen scrap
metals had not been measured
for radiation levels, Osada said.
The Mainichi Shimbun daily,
citing unidentified sources,
reported on Tuesday that the
workers sold the scrap metal to
companies outside the zone for
about ¥900,000 (RM28,000).
It is unclear what volume of
metal went missing, where it is
now, or if it poses a health risk.
The March 11, 2011, tsunami
caused multiple meltdowns at the
Fukushima-Daiichi nuclear plant
in the world’s worst nuclear
accident since Chernobyl. – AFP
examine the government’s response,
including the provision of vaccines,
treatments and key medical supplies;
financial help for people and
businesses; mental health support; and
assistance to Australians abroad. – AFP
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Venezuela seizes control of gang-run prison

CARACAS: Venezuela said on
Wednesday it had seized control of a
prison from the hands of a powerful
gang with international reach, in a
major operation involving 11,000
members of its security forces.
The Tocoron prison had served as
the Tren de Aragua gang’s headquarters,
where it had installed amenities such as
a zoo, a pool and gambling rooms,
according to an investigative journalist
recently interviewed by AFP.
In a statement, the government
congratulated law enforcement officers
for regaining “total control” of the
prison in the northern state of Aragua,
adding the operation had “dismantled
a centre of conspiracy and crime”.
In an official proclamation,
President Nicolas Maduro praised
“today’s great success in the fight
against criminal organisations”.
After the government announced
a complete evacuation of the jail,
Interior Minister Remigio Ceballos
said the inmates were being
transferred to another facility.
Dozens of relatives who had been
living inside the prison with sentenced
inmates gathered outside for news.
“I am waiting to hear where they
are taking my husband ... I was living
in there, but they kicked us out,” said
Gladys Hernandez.
An AFP team saw security officers
carrying motorcycles, televisions, air
conditioners and microwaves out of
the jail.
“That’s ours!” shouted one of the
women outside.
It appeared some inmates
escaped during the operation, as a
later government statement
announced a “second phase” of the
operation for the “search and
capture” of “fugitive criminals.”
Tren de Aragua, Venezuela’s most
powerful local gang, is involved in
crime countrywide and has spread its
tentacles to at least eight other Latin
American countries.
According to an investigation by
Venezuelan journalist Ronna Risquez,
the gang has some 5,000 members.
It emerged a decade ago, and is
involved in kidnappings, robberies,
drug trafficking, prostitution,
extortion and illegal gold mining.
The InSight Crime think tank said
the gang is also a major player in
migrant smuggling.
Risquez said the gang “took
advantage” of Venezuela’s economic
and political crises over the past
decade to expand operations.
She said Tocoron had been
entirely in the hands of the gang.
“Inside, the men I have seen with
guns are prisoners belonging to the
organisation. They guard the prison
but not for the state.”
She described the prison as a
“hotel” for the gang leaders, with a
bank, baseball field, a restaurant and
even a disco. – AFP

Canada to ‘adjust’ number Strip ‘criminal’ Russia

of veto power:Ukraine

of diplomats in India
oHigh Commission says
some staff threatened
on social media platforms
NEW DELHI: Canada’s High Commission
said it would “adjust” diplomat numbers in
India and the South Asian nation suspended
visa processing in Canada yesterday as a row
between Ottawa and New Delhi deepens.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has
demanded India treat with “utmost
seriousness” allegations that Indian agents
played a role in the June murder of Sikh
separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar near Vancouver.
The fallout prompted tit-for-tat diplomatic
expulsions and a forceful denial from India,
which said any suggestion it played a role in
Nijjar’s killing was “absurd”, sending strained
relations between the world’s most populous
country and G7 member Canada to a new
low.
“In light of the current environment where
tensions have heightened, we are taking
action to ensure the safety of our diplomats,”
Canada’s mission said in a statement.
“With some diplomats having received
threats on various social media platforms,
Global Affairs Canada is assessing its staff
complement in India.
“As a result, and out of an abundance of
caution, we have decided to temporarily
adjust staff presence in India.”
The mission did not give further details of
the number of people leaving but said its
offices were “open and operational”, while
calling for the safety of its staff to be ensured.
“We expect India to provide for the security
of our accredited diplomats and consular
officers in India, just as we are for theirs.”
Earlier yesterday, India’s official visa
processor in Canada said it had been told to
stop handling applications.
“Important notice from Indian Mission:
Due to operational reasons, with effect from
Sept 21, 2023, Indian visa services have been
suspended till further notice,” BLS
International posted on their website.
There was no immediate comment from
India’s Foreign Ministry.
On Monday, Ottawa expelled a diplomat it
described as the head of India’s foreign
intelligence service in Canada, prompting New
Delhi to order a Canadian diplomat to leave.
The suspension of visas comes a day after
India’s Foreign Ministry said it was concerned
for the safety of its citizens in Canada because
of “politically condoned hate crimes and
criminal violence”.
“Threats have particularly targeted Indian
diplomats and sections of the Indian
community who oppose the anti-India
agenda,” a ministry statement said.
Nijjar was shot dead by two masked
assailants outside the Sikh temple he presided
over in Surrey, a suburb of Vancouver. – AFP
KYIV: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky
on Wednesday confronted Russia directly at the
UN Security Council, denouncing the Kremlin’s
invasion of his country as “criminal” and urging
the United Nations to strip Moscow of its veto
power.
Clad in his trademark military fatigues,
Zelensky for the first time since the February 2022
invasion sat in the same room as a Russian official,
who responded by scrolling through his
smartphone with a look of conspicuous disinterest.
“Most of the world recognises the truth
about this war,” Zelensky said.
“It is a criminal and unprovoked aggression
by Russia against our nation aimed at seizing
Ukraine’s territory and resources.”
He called on the UN to vote to end Russia’s
veto power on the Security Council, where
Moscow joins only Britain, China, France, and
the US in being able to block any resolution.
He said this move could be among
wide-ranging reforms at the Security Council that
would include giving permanent representation
to nations in the developing world.
“Veto power in the hands of the aggressor is
what has pushed the UN into a deadlock.
“It is impossible to stop the war because all
efforts are vetoed by the aggressor or those who
condone the aggressor.”
Zelensky repeated the Ukrainian stance that
Moscow’s veto power belonged to the former
Soviet Union – one of the victors of World War II
after which the UN was created – and not to
President Vladimir Putin’s Russia.
“This seat on the Security Council, which
Russia occupies illegally through backstage
manipulations following the collapse of the
Soviet Union, has been taken by liars whose job
it is to whitewash the genocide.” – AFP

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activists walking
slowly as they
block a street in
German capital
Berlin yesterday
to protest for
climate councils,
a speed limit on
highways as well
as for affordable
public transport.
– REUTERSPIC
BEIRUT: Gunshots were heard on Wednesday
evening near the US embassy in Lebanon, a
spokesman told AFP yesterday morning,
reporting no casualties. “At 10.37pm local
time, small arms fire was reported in the
vicinity of the entrance to the US embassy,”
said embassy spokesman Jake Nelson.
“There were no injuries, and our facility is
safe,” he said, adding that the embassy was in
“close contact” with law enforcement. The
highly secured embassy complex is located
in the northern Beirut suburb of Awkar.
Wednesday’s incident coincided with the
anniversary of a deadly 1984 car bombing
outside the American embassy annex in
Beirut, which the US blamed on the
Iran-backed Hezbollah. – AFP

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UN chief: Climate crisis has ‘opened gates to hell’
NEW YORK: UN Secretary-General Antonio
Guterres on Wednesday told world leaders
the climate crisis had “opened the gates to
hell” during a summit where leading polluters
China and the United States were
conspicuously absent.
The talks were partly overshadowed by an
announcement from Britain – also not
present – that it was rolling back policies that
would help it achieve its net-zero goal.
Despite increasing extreme weather events
and record-shattering global temperatures,
greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise
and fossil fuels remain subsidised to the tune
of US$7 trillion annually.
Guterres had billed the “Climate Ambition
Summit” as a “no-nonsense” forum, making
clear that only leaders who had made
concrete plans to achieve net-zero
greenhouse emissions would be invited.
In his opening address, Guterres evoked
2023’s “horrendous heat” and “historic fires,”
but stressed: “We can still limit the rise in
global temperature to 1.5°C”, referring to the
target seen as needed to avoid long-term
climate catastrophe.
“Humanity has opened the gates to hell,”
he warned.
After receiving more than 100 applications
to take part, the UN released a list of 41
speakers which did not include China, the
United States, the United Kingdom, Japan or
India.
Several major leaders did not bother
making the trip to New York for this year’s UN
General Assembly, including President Xi
Jinping of China and Prime Minister Rishi
Sunak from the United Kingdom.
Sunak also chose Wednesday to announce
he was adopting a more “pragmatic”
approach to achieving net-zero carbon
emissions by 2050, including pushing back a
ban on the sale of cars fully run on fossil fuels
and easing energy efficiency targets for rental
properties. – AFP
DIVERS DIE OFF CAPE TOWN
CAPE TOWN: Three South African navy divers
died after being swept away from their
submarine in choppy waters near Cape Town
on Wednesday, the country’s military said.
The incident occurred off the coast of the
town of Kommetjie, as an army submarine
en route to Cape Town staged a refuelling
operation at sea. The operation involved a
helicopter dropping off supplies, but that
went awry when strong waves lashed the
submarine. “High waves swept away seven
crew members out to sea,” said the South
African National Defence Force. The rough
conditions adversely affected rescue
attempts. “All seven members were
recovered but sadly there were three
fatalities,” said the army in a statement. – AFP
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one-size-fits-all answer to the question of
“how soon is too soon” following a divorce.
However, this is a question that counsellors
frequently encounter. There are several
suggestions for anyone grappling with this
situation. One piece of advice is to spend
adequate time as a single person before
remarrying. This period of independence will
provide an opportunity for healing from the
previous marriage, addressing lingering
emotions such as anger, and rebuilding trust. It
is crucial to resolve these issues before
embarking on a new relationship as they can
complicate matters.
space to search and evaluate. Avoid rushing
into a commitment hastily.
In general, experts concur that pre-marital
counselling is a wise step. As the saying goes,
“Marrying someone who refuses to undergo
pre-marriage counselling is like buying a car
without lifting the hood.”
Additionally, individuals are encouraged
to consult a trusted friend or family member
before deciding to remarry. Address issues of
the heart first. Instead of searching for the
right person, endeavour to become the right
person yourself. Recovering and moving on
after a divorce can be tough. However, by
embracing a willingness to learn, you can
increase the chances of a successful future
relationship.
Q: As a new parent, I am afraid of
disciplining my child. Please advise.
Focus on the Family Malaysia: In many
“disciple”, “pupil” or “learner”. Essentially,
discipline revolves around teaching and each
of us possesses the ability to teach.
Firstly, it is essential to ensure that your
child understands the rules before he is
disciplined. If your child has not been
informed that a particular behaviour is
unacceptable, he should not be punished for
it. Remember, it is important to distinguish
between deliberate defiance and innocent
mistakes. When your child’s actions stem
from immaturity or clumsiness, there is no
reason to punish him, instead, seize the
opportunity to guide him in learning and
growing.
Secondly, when your child breaks a rule,
make sure your disciplinary action fits the
offence. Avoid using excessive force for minor
transgressions. In simpler terms, do not use a
fire hose to put out a match. A minor act of
defiance should receive a proportionate form of
harm’s way, there is no urgency to address a
problem the moment it occurs. Instead, step
back from the situation until your emotions are
under control. Remember, discipline is not
about breaking down children, it is about
teaching them between right and wrong and
assisting them in their journey of learning and
development.
In a nutshell, effective parenting involves
striking a balance between love and the
establishment of clear and consistent
boundaries.
The article was contributed by Focus on the
Family Malaysia, a non-profit organisation
dedicated to supporting and strengthening the
family unit. It provides a myriad of programmes
and resources, including professional
counselling services, to the community.
For more information, visit family.org.my.
Comments: letters@thesundaily.com

Libya disaster due to ignored expert warnings

█ BY SAMY MAGDY divided between rival
dministrations: one in the west
EXPERTS have been highlighting backed by lawless armed groups and
the flood risk facing two dams militias and the second in the east,
protecting nearly 90,000 people in aligned with the self-styled Libyan
northeastern Libya for a National Army, which is
considerable time. They repeatedly commanded by powerful General
called for immediate maintenance Khalifa Hifter.
of the structures, located uphill from The dams, Abu Mansour and
the coastal city of Derna, but Derna, were built by a Yugoslav
successive governments in the construction company in the 1970s
chaos-stricken North African nation above Wadi Derna, which divides
failed to react. the city. The Abu Mansour dam
Last November, professor of civil could hold up to 22.5 million cubic
engineering Abdelwanees Ashoor metres of water while the Derna
had presciently warned about the dam, which was closer to the city,
impending catastrophe in a study could hold 1.5 million cubic metres
published in the Sebha University of water.
Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences, “Both dams had not been
stating, “in the event of a significant maintained for years despite
flood, the consequences will be previous floods that struck the city,”
catastrophic for the valley’s residents said Saleh Emhanna, a geological
and the city”. researcher with the University of
The warnings turned into reality Ajdabia in Libya.
in the early hours of Sept 11, as In 1986, a powerful storm caused
residents of Derna awoke to a major damage to the dams, and
deafening sound of more than a decade
explosions before later, a government-
floodwaters inundated
the Mediterranean city.
“In the event commissioned study
revealed cracks and
They found that two
dams had broken, of a significant fissures in the
structures, according to
releasing a towering
wall of water two stories flood, the Libya’s general
prosecutor, al-Sediq al-
high that wreaked
destruction and swept consequences Sour.
During a press
entire neighbourhoods
into the sea. will be conference in the
stricken city, al-Sour

catastrophic
The deluge proved said prosecutors will
fatal for thousands in investigate the dam An aerial view of a destroyed bridge in the aftermath of the flooding that hit Derna on Wednesday. – REUTERSPIC
just seconds, uprooting collapses and the
apartment buildings for the valley’s allocation of in November 2012. launched, and appointed institutions and infrastructure”.
and washing away maintenance funds. Arsel was one of dozens of investigators from different parts Transparency International has
roads and bridges.
According to the
residents and “I want to reassure
the citizens that anyone
Turkish companies that had projects
worth more than US$15 billion in
of the country to conduct the
investigation.
pointed out that Libya’s long-
standing issues, including weak
Libyan Red Crescent
and the United Nations,
the city. found responsible for
mistakes or negligence
Libya before the uprising.
Many of these companies
Derna mayor Abdel-Moneim
al-Gaithi has been suspended
public institutions, internal conflict
and deep instability, have created an
the disaster resulted in – Prof Abdelwanees will face strict action,” withdrew from Libya due to the pending an investigation into the environment where corruption has
more than 11,300 Ashoor al-Sour said. turmoil before returning in the past disaster. become rife, with few to no checks
reported deaths, with In 2021, a state-run couple of years, especially when the Since 2014, eastern Libya has on public sector abuse.
over 10,000 people still audit agency reported Turkish government stepped in to been controlled by Hifter and his An online petition signed by
missing a week after the calamity. that despite an allocation of over help the Tripoli-based government forces while a rival government, hundreds of people, including
Libya, home to around seven US$2 million (RM9.37 million) for fend off an attack by Hifter’s forces based in the capital Tripoli, controls Libyan rights groups and non-
million people and rich in oil and maintenance in 2012 and 2013, both in 2019. most national funds and oversees governmental organisations, said
natural gas reserves, has been dams remained unattended. Ahead of Mediterranean storm infrastructure projects. Both factions an independent international
plagued by neglect and corruption. The audit agency blamed the Daniel, authorities sent conflicting do not tolerate dissent. committee is needed to “uncover
As of 2021, the country ranked Works and Natural Resources messages. They imposed a curfew in Activists are calling for an the causes of this catastrophe” and
172nd out of 180 on Transparency Ministry for failing to cancel the Derna and surrounding areas while international probe, fearing that a hold those responsible accountable.
International’s transparency index. contract and reassigning it to a the municipality of Derna advised local investigation would be fruitless However, an expert on Libya at
The North African nation has company that would do the work. residents to evacuate the coastal in a country largely ruled by armed the London-based Royal United
been in chaos since 2011, when an Back in 2007, a Turkish company areas due to the risk of a sea surge. groups and militias. Services Institute for Defence and
Arab Spring uprising, backed by called Arsel Construction Company Emergency officials said the A UN panel of experts has Security Studies, Jalel Harchaoui,
Nato (North Atlantic Treaty Ltd was contracted to conduct aftermath of the disaster resulted in reported on the “predatory” said an investigation into the
Organisation), ousted longtime maintenance on the dams and approximately 25% of the city being behaviour of these groups and disaster would face significant
dictator Moammar Gadhafi, who construct an additional one in wiped out, reflecting the storm’s militias, which have led to “the challenges because it could
was later killed. between them. According to Arsel’s intensity and Libya’s vulnerability. misappropriation of Libyan State implicate high-ranking officials in
The country has since been website, they completed their work Al-Sour said a probe will be funds and the deterioration of Libya. – The Independent
 F R I D AY
22 SEPTEMBER 2023

Between
two
slices of How not to dissapoint that
four-legged friend on S2

bread
Comforting taste of
homemade sandwiches
on S4 & S5 Discover what your
horoscope has in store for
you on S3
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Fetch and retrive.

– PEXELS

Strengthening bonds through playtime

oHere are some interactive games to play with your furfriend
█ BY THASHINE SELVAKUMARAN

I
N a world bustling with
technology and screens, it’s easy
to overlook the simple pleasures
of spending quality time with
our beloved pets. Engaging in
interactive games not only provides
physical exercise but also strengthens
the emotional bond between you and
your furry companion. In this feature,
we’ll explore seven delightful games
that cater to a range of pets, ensuring
fun and fulfilment for both of you.

Fetch and retrieve

A timeless classic, “Fetch” is a game
that transcends species. Dogs, cats,
and even some birds can get in on the
action. Begin by selecting a favourite
toy and tossing it a short distance.
Encourage your pet to bring it back to
you, rewarding them with praise and
a treat when they do. This game taps
into your pet’s natural instincts and
provides an excellent outlet for pent-
up energy.
Hide and seek
This game is perfect for curious and
inquisitive pets. Start by having your
pet sit and stay in one room while you
find a hiding spot in another. Call out
their name and wait for them to track
you down. When they find you, offer
plenty of affection and perhaps a
treat. For cats, you can also hide toys
or treats around the house to keep
their hunting instincts sharp.
Tug of War
A great game for larger dogs and even
some smaller breeds, tug of war
provides both physical exercise and
mental stimulation. Use a sturdy rope
Hide and Seek. – PEXELS
Agility Courses. – PETABLE
toy and engage in a gentle tug.
Remember to establish boundaries
and let go if your pet starts to
overpower you. This game can instill
a sense of confidence in your pet and
reinforce their trust in you.
Agility Courses
For pets that are more agile and have
higher energy levels, setting up a
makeshift agility course in your Tug of War. – PEXELS
backyard or a spacious indoor area
can be incredibly rewarding. Use
everyday objects like hula hoops,
cones, and small hurdles to create a
fun obstacle course. Guide your pet
through the course with treats and
plenty of
encouragement. This
game not only offers
physical exertion but
also promotes
problem-solving
skills. Chase the laser pointer. –
THESPRUCEPETS

Puzzle Toys
Especially suited for intelligent
breeds like Border Collies and
Poodles, puzzle toys challenge
Puzzle Toys. your pet’s cognitive abilities.
– AMAZON These toys require your pet to
figure out how to retrieve a
hidden treat. They provide
mental stimulation and can help
reduce anxiety or boredom,
making them an excellent
addition to any pet’s playtime
repertoire.
Chase the laser pointer
Cats and even some dogs are
captivated by the elusive red dot of a
laser pointer. Gently move the laser
around, encouraging your pet to
chase it. Be mindful to avoid shining
it directly into their eyes. This game
can provide hours of entertainment
and exercise, particularly for high-
energy felines.
Bubble Chasing. – YOUTUBE
Bubble Chasing
Surprisingly entertaining for both
dogs and cats, blowing bubbles can
be an amusing game that stimulates
their hunting instincts. Use a non-
toxic bubble solution and blow
bubbles in the air, letting your pet
chase and pop them. It’s a light-
hearted activity that can be done
indoors or outdoors, providing both
exercise and mental engagement.
Engaging in interactive games
with your pet is a wonderful way to
build a deeper connection and
ensure their physical and mental
well-being. Each of these games
offers a unique experience tailored
to different types of pets, from the
playful pup to the cunning cat.
Remember to adapt the games to
suit your pet’s individual needs and
preferences, and always prioritise
their safety and enjoyment. By
investing time and effort into
playtime, you’ll be rewarded with a
happier, healthier, and more
bonded relationship with your furry
friend.
 FOLLOW ON YOUTUBE
/theSunMedia
Your weekend horoscope
ARIES
21 March-April 20
This weekend, a health or work issue may arise, so seek
expert advice rather than relying on internet searches
or office gossip. You might find yourself dwelling on worst-case
scenarios due to Neptune’s influence, so counter this by focusing
on your well-being and work routines under the Sun’s guidance.
Support your co-workers behind the scenes, and your diligence
and positive attitude will likely gain recognition, thanks to Pluto’s
practical energy. Use this opportunity to enhance your reputation
or discuss a potential salary increase. Your top priority for the next
four weeks is building alliances as the sun enters your relationship
zone. Love and professional partnerships can thrive with fairness
and equality from both parties.
TAURUS
21 April-May 21
This weekend, you’ll be balancing pleasure and
romance with friends and ambitions. The sun
enhances your creativity and love life, but Neptune raises
questions about your compatibility with your social circle and the
feasibility of your dreams. However, you have control over your
actions, companions, and choices. Use Pluto’s power to overcome
doubts and inhibitions that may be holding you back and move
closer to your goals. Fame, education, spirituality, and media may
all be relevant this week. It’s also an ideal time to prioritise self-
care. If your body or work routines have been neglected lately, the
sun in your self-care area will help restore balance, bringing calm
and beauty to your daily life over the next four weeks.
GEMINI
22 May-June 21
Your focus this weekend is on your home life, with the
sun igniting your enthusiasm for family matters.
However, this might distract you from potential career issues, as
Neptune casts a shadow over your work. Around midweek, the
Sun and powerful Pluto join forces to help you address financial,
commitment, and private matters, getting you back on track.
Focus on the details and how your home life affects your work life,
and let Pluto guide you. As the weekend approaches, the sun
moves into your zone of romance and creativity for a fantastic
four-week period. This doesn’t mean you’ll swing from home to
pleasure excessively; it’s about balancing your desires with your
responsibilities, allowing you to enjoy both simultaneously.
CANCER
22 June-July 22
You are focused on precise and effective
communication this weekend, thanks to the sun’s
influence. You have a heightened ability to spot errors
and faux pas, but be cautious about engaging in intense debates
where others may prioritise opinion over facts. Neptune’s
presence in your media, travel, spirituality, and justice sectors
blurs the lines between reality and falsehood, so scepticism could
be your ally. By midweek, your transparency and directness may
work in your favour, particularly in partnerships, as the sun aligns
with Pluto. This alignment can lead to transformations in personal
or professional connections, possibly involving dealing with rivals.
Being right and morally upright boosts your self-esteem and home
life. Towards the end of the week, the sun enters your home sector
until late October, bringing peace and harmony. When your home
life is balanced, other aspects of your life tend to fall into harmony
as well.
LEO
23 July-Aug 23
Avoid confusing your current situation with your
desired outcome. The Sun is enhancing your financial
matters and helping you organise them, but Neptune’s influence
could blur the line between reality and fiction in areas like
commitment, high finance, power, and intimacy. Don’t assume
anything until you see it with your own eyes; rely on facts over
others’ words. Around midweek, when the sun aligns with Pluto,
channel your energy into productive work and exercise. This
powerful influence enables you to overcome obstacles and
achieve results. Towards the end of the week, as the sun enters
your communication zone, topics like travel, transport, siblings,
neighbours, or studying may come up. It’s wise to remain
balanced and avoid making hasty, negative decisions without
considering both sides of a situation.
VIRGO
24 Aug-Sept 22
With the Sun in your sign, you’re wielding more
power and authority, but be mindful not to overdo it
today when the Sun clashes with Neptune in your partnership
zone. People who appear slower, more sensitive, or dreamy may
feel dismissed, so look beyond the surface before drawing
conclusions. On the bright side, a romantic or creative
endeavour can make significant progress when the sun aligns
favourably with transformative Pluto. This energy helps you
clear away doubts and distractions, allowing you to focus with
passion. As the weekend approaches, the sun moves into your
money and values sector for the next four weeks. Say goodbye to
a “poverty mindset” or feelings of inadequacy. You’ll realise that
you’re amazing just as you are, and your life, finances, and self-
esteem will feel more harmonious and balanced during this
period and beyond.
SCAN
ME
LIBRA
23 Sept-Oct 23
Your mind and body may not be in sync as the sun in
your mood and memory zone clashes with low-energy
Neptune in your work and well-being sectors. Focus on maintaining
a positive outlook. Don’t be overly critical of perceived flaws or
challenging issues. Neptune can create illusions, so be kind to
yourself while staying realistic. The weekend brings a more
harmonious connection between the sun and powerful Pluto in
your home area. This helps you declutter your home, break old
habits, and address any lingering issues related to your home,
history, or lifestyle. The best news this week is the sun’s arrival in your
own sign today. The next four weeks will be your most balanced and
confident in 2023. This move brings a surge of confidence that you
can ride like a wave until the same time next year.
SCORPIO
24 Oct-Nov 22
Your loyalty to your ambitions and social circle may
clash with your romantic and creative desires. It’s a
matter of balancing “needs versus wants,“ and with the Sun
opposing Neptune’s shifting influence, your mission is to find a
compromise. To navigate this, get clear on your aspirations and your
ideal team. When Pluto, your co-ruling planet, aligns with the Sun,
it’s a great time to focus, learn, and even travel to gain recognition for
your goals. As the sun changes signs towards the end of Sunday, you
have the opportunity to adopt a more serene mindset until mid-
October. Evaluate your options and consider what both inspires and
calms you. Prioritise intellect over emotion, but trust your gut
instinct to gauge how you genuinely feel about your choices.
SAGITTARIUS
23 Nov-Dec 21
You might find yourself prioritising work over your home
life, creating a sense of imbalance. Your career demands
your full attention, while your home life may feel draining. There
could be guilt or pressure from others about your work
commitment, leading to rumours and misunderstandings when the
Sun meets Neptune. However, those playing the martyr card will
need to adjust their perspective when they see your dedication,
especially as the sun aligns with Pluto at the end of the week, helping
you focus on your financial future and personal priorities. Towards
Sunday, the sun moves into your zone of friendships, collaborations,
and ambitions. Balancing these aspects of your life may be a juggling
act, but over the next four weeks, you’ll have the opportunity to
become an expert at it.
CAPRICORN
22 Dec-Jan 19
Despite usually being sharp and on point, you might
struggle with communication as the sun urges you to
focus on the future, leaving you somewhat in the dark about the
present. Be cautious about being overly influenced by media reports
on important issues and missing the stability and focus that real-life
relationships and closer connections can bring. On Sunday, when
Pluto in your own sign aligns powerfully with the sun, expect clarity
to emerge regarding your goals and ambitions. Consider it a cosmic
detox from clutter and confusion as you align with the idea that hard
work leads to luck and rewards. Today, the sun moves into your
career zone for a four-week period. While standing your ground at
work is important, be open to others’ ideas and opinions. A more
gentle and collaborative approach will earn you more respect than a
hard-nosed or high-handed attitude.
AQUARIUS
20 Jan-Feb 18
Your finances and values take centre stage. On one hand,
the sun emphasises your focus on saving, investing, and
making commitments. On the other hand, Neptune suggests some
flakiness and indecision, potentially leading to money slipping
through your fingers. Fortunately, Pluto teams up with the Sun,
cutting through this lack of clarity and bringing a more direct
approach to the forefront. As the sun moves into your spirituality,
fairness, and fun zone, you’ll approach the world with calm
detachment. This will enable you to see both sides of every story and
seek facts over opinions or hearsay. You might also consider
relaxation, yoga, chakra alignment, or even writing a blog on staying
calm under pressure. This weekend and through mid-October, your
focus is on balance and harmony, both within yourself and in your
interactions with others.
PISCES
19 Feb-March 20
You might sense a feeling of being targeted by those
closest to you, even though you care deeply about them.
With Neptune in your sign, you may lose touch with boundaries and
time, getting lost in your dreamy world and experiencing
unexplained melancholy. However, the sun in your partnership
zone brings clarity and may prompt loved ones to confront you with
some home truths, jolting you out of inactivity. The Sun also aligns
with Pluto in your friends and ambitions zone, and you’ll likely be
more receptive to this influence. It provides an opportunity to resolve
recent issues with your close circle and your aspirations, allowing for
a fresh start. Towards Sunday, as the sun changes signs, you’ll focus
on balancing commitments, financial matters, and complex or
sensual relationships. Over the next four weeks, you’ll have a chance
to find peace in your private or hidden concerns and restore your
inner tranquilly.
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The Eiffel Tower in Paris.
20 random
fun facts
1. Avocados are a fruit, not a vegetable. They’re technically
considered a single-seeded berry, believe it or not.
2. The Eiffel Tower can be 15cm taller during the summer
due to thermal expansion, meaning that as the iron heats
up, the particles gain kinetic energy and take up more
space.
3. Trypophobia is the fear of
tightly packed holes. Or more
specifically, “an aversion to
the sight of irregular patterns
or clusters of small holes or
bumps.” No crumpets for
them, then.
4. Allodoxaphobia is the fear of
other people’s opinions. It’s a
rare social phobia that’s
characterised by an irrational
and overwhelming fear of
what other people think.
5. Australia is wider than the
moon. The moon sits at
3,400km in diameter, while
Australia’s diameter from east Plenty people get creative
to west is almost 4,000km. in the shower
6. Mellifluous’ is a sound that is
pleasingly smooth and musical to hear.
7. The Spice Girls were originally a band called Touch.
“When we first started [with the name Touch], we were
pretty bland,“ Mel C told The Guardian in 2018. “We felt
like we had to fit into a mould.”
8. Emma Bunton auditioned for the role of Bianca Butcher in
Eastenders. Baby Spice already had a small part in the soap
back in the 90s but tried out for a full-time role. She was
pipped for the post by Patsy Palmer but ended up
auditioning for the Spice Girls not long after.
9. Human teeth are the only part of the body that cannot heal
itself. Teeth are coated in enamel, which is not a living
tissue.
10. It’s illegal to own just one guinea pig in Switzerland. It’s
considered animal abuse because they’re social beings
and get lonely.
11. The Ancient Romans used to drop a piece of toast into their
wine for good health, hence why we “raise a toast”.
12. The heart of a shrimp is located in its head. They also have
an open circulatory system, which means they have no
arteries and their organs float directly in blood.
13. Amy Poehler was only seven years older than Rachel
McAdams when she took on the role of “cool mom” in
Mean Girls. Rachel was 25 as Regina George, and Amy was
32 as her mom.
14. People are more creative in the shower. When we take a
warm shower, we experience an increased dopamine flow
that makes us more creative.
15. The unicorn is the national animal of Scotland. It was
apparently chosen because of its connection with
dominance and chivalry, as well as purity and innocence
in Celtic mythology.
16. The first aeroplane flew on Dec 17, 1903. Wilbur and Orville
Wright made four brief flights at Kitty Hawk, North
Carolina, with their first powered aircraft, aka the first
aeroplane.
17. Venus is the only planet to spin clockwise. It travels around
the sun once every 225 Earth days, but it rotates clockwise
once every 243 days.
18. Nutmeg is a hallucinogen. The spice contains myristicin, a
natural compound that has mind-altering effects if
ingested in large doses.
19. Competitive art used to be an Olympic sport. Between 1912
and 1948, international sporting events awarded medals
for music, painting, sculpture, and architecture. Shame it
didn’t catch on; the famous pottery scene in Ghost could
have won an Olympic medal as well as an Academy Award
for the best screenplay.
20.A chef’s hat has 100 pleats. Apparently, it’s meant to
represent the 100 ways you can cook an egg.
I wonder if Gordon Ramsay knows that.
 4 theSun LYFE ON FRIDAY | SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Delicious fa
and easy
o Satisfy your sand
with these quick and

Be creative.

█ BY THASHINE SELVAKUMARAN 0 Instructions

1. Start by cooking or grilling the chicken breast

C
REATING delicious sandwiches does
not have to be a complicated affair. In
fact, some of the best sandwiches are
simple and easy to make, yet bursting
with flavour. In this article, we will explore
four easy sandwich recipes that you can whip
up in no time. These recipes are perfect for a
quick lunch, a casual dinner, or even as a
snack. Whether you are a seasoned home
chef or a beginner in the kitchen, you will find
these recipes both accessible and
mouthwatering.
until it is fully cooked and has a nice sear.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. You can
also marinate the chicken in your favourite
marinade for added flavour.
2. While the chicken is cooking, toast the slices
of bread to your desired level of crispness.
3. Once the chicken is ready and the bread is
toasted, it is time to assemble the sandwich.
Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on each slice
of bread.
4. Place a lettuce leaf on two slices of bread.
5. Add two slices of tomato on top of the
lettuce.

Egg Sandwich
0 Ingredients
Two large eggs
Two slices of bread
One tablespoon butter
Salt and pepper to taste
5. Top with another slice of bread,
0 Instructions butter side up.
1. In a non-stick skillet 6. Cook until the bottom slice of
over medium heat, melt bread is golden brown and the
the butter. cheese begins to melt, which
2. Whisk together the should take about two to
eggs in a bowl and three minutes.
season with a pinch 7. Carefully flip the
of salt and a dash of sandwich and cook the
pepper. other side until it is also
3. Pour the beaten golden brown and the
eggs into the skillet cheese is fully melted.
and cook, stirring 8. Remove from heat,
occasionally, until let it cool for a
fully scrambled and minute, then slice in
no longer runny half and serve.
(about two to three
minutes). Vegetarian avocado
4. While the eggs cook, sandwich
toast the bread to your 0 Ingredients:
preferred level of crispness. Two slices of your
5. Once the eggs are ready, favourite bread
remove them from the heat. Vegetarian One ripe avocado, sliced
6. Assemble the sandwich: Place one 1/4 cup cucumber slices
slice of bread on a plate and add the avacado sandwich. 1/4 cup sliced red bell pepper
scrambled eggs. 1/4 cup shredded carrot
7. Top with the second slice of bread. 6. Lay the cooked chicken slices on the tomato 1/4 cup baby spinach leaves
8. Cut the sandwich in half diagonally, and it slices. Salt and pepper to taste
is ready to serve. 7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Top with the remaining slices of bread, 0 Instructions
Chicken Sandwich mayonnaise side down. 1. Lay out the two slices of bread.
0 Ingredients 9. Cut the sandwiches diagonally to create two 0 Instructions 2. On one slice of bread, place the slices of ripe
Four slices of cooked chicken breast (grilled halves and serve immediately. 1. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over avocado
or roasted) medium-low heat. 3. Add cucumber slices, sliced red bell pepper, create a s
Four slices of bread Grilled Cheese Sandwich 2. Butter one side of each slice of bread. and shredded carrot over the avocado. 7. If you
Two lettuce leaves 0 Ingredients 3. Place one slice of bread, butter side down, in 4. Layer on the baby spinach leaves. optional
Two slices of ripe tomato Four slices of bread the skillet. 5. Season with a pinch of salt and a dash of minutes
Mayonnaise Two cups of shredded cheese 4. Add a generous amount of shredded cheese pepper to taste. crispy.
Salt and pepper to taste Two tablespoons of butter on top of the bread. 6. Place the second slice of bread on top to 8. Slice
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toppings.

Egg
sandwich. Grilled cheese sandwich.

Chicken sandwich.

sandwich. diagonally, and it is ready to serve.

u prefer a warm sandwich, you can
lly toast it in a grill pan for a few
until the bread is golden brown and
e the vegetarian avocado in half
Experiment with different ingredients and
make these recipes your own by adding your
favourite condiments, veggies, or meats. Enjoy
the convenience and tastiness of these easy-to-
make sandwiches whenever hunger strikes.

Convenience redefined
█ KESHY DHILLON
S
OME car models are successful because
of the brand, while some models are
successful because of the sheer sales
figures.
Rarely is a model successful because of the
combined strength of the brand and sales
figures it has raked in, but that is the story of
the new Honda WRV.
Introduced back in July of this year, the
WRV has already garnered over 7,000
bookings. In fact, it had received over 2,000
bookings before it was even officially
introduced to Malaysians and to date, over
3,000 are already prowling our streets. Such is
the strength of the Honda brand.
The WRV is the first non-national small SUV
and it competes against the Perodua Ativa,
even though there is roughly about RM20,000
separating the two models.
It is impossible to say which one is better
without a wheel-to-wheel comparison, so we
are not even going to even try to answer that.
Besides, Honda Malaysia insists that the
WRV stands alone and does not compete
against the Ativa despite the duo being in the
same segment, albeit one being a non-national
model while the other is the pride of the
nation.
The WRV, which stands for Winsome
Runabout Vehicle, is designed for those
looking for a car with a taller ride height but
without the usual bulk associated with SUV’s.
In fact, being priced from RM89,900 to
RM107,900, the WRV sits in the same price
category as the Honda City.
That is quite an odd move as car makers
would usually try to price their models apart
from one another to avoid cannibalising sales.
But Honda shunned the norm and despite
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having admitted that the pricing of the WRV
did eat into the sales of the City, it has also
welcomed an entirely new demographic to the
Honda brand.
It is not difficult to see the appeal of the
WRV. From a design perspective, the WRV is
undoubtedly a great looking car – whether in
the full-fledged RS variant which comes with a
more aggressive body kit and 17-inch wheels –
or the none-RS models.
In terms of size, the WRV is roughly about
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
the size of the old 2003 3-door Toyota RAV4,
perhaps slightly longer. That should give you
some perspective about the size.
If compared to the Ativa, the WRV is smaller
but just a few millimeters wider than the
Perodua.
However, that does not mean the interior is
small. Far from it actually as we found out
recently. Booth space is great for three adults
and their luggage for a three-day getaway plus
camera bags.
The rear seats are good for anyone below
six feet tall and are comfortable for a three-
hour road trip. The seats also come with Isofix
mounts which make the WRV perfectly
adapted for life as a family car.
Space up front is also decent though taller
drivers may find it a little cramped while the
horizontally challenged may find their
shoulders rubbing against the passenger.
In terms of interior features, the WRV has
everything you may want to make your
everyday commute more comfortable.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: 1.5-litre, 4-Cylinder, DOHC,
i-VTEC
Power: 121PS@6600rpm
Torque: 145Nm@4300rpm
Transmission: CVT with Torque
Converter
Suspension: MacPherson Strut
(Front) Torsion Beam (Rear)
Handsome design,
impressive features.
Can be cramped
for tall or wide
passengers.
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Entertainment is provided by a seven-inch have a slightly different state of tune than the
infotainment system that comes equipped E and S variants. The former ride on 17-inch There is 380-litres of storage space in the booth which is
with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. wheels and have a firmer suspension setting good enough for weekends getaway for a small family.
Driver comfort includes such niceties as for a sportier ride and handling while the
adaptive cruise control, automatic high latter ride on 16-inch wheels and have a
beam, lead car departure notification system softer suspension setting for a more
and road departure mitigation with lane comfortable drive.
departure warning, among others of course. The powertrain though is not the most
This does not include the active and inspiring. Power is rated at 121PS and 145Nm
passive safety systems that work in unison to of torque and is channeled to the front
give the WRV a five-star rating at the Asean wheels through a conventional CVT gearbox.
NCAP crash test. It makes a lot of
Interior noise especially
quality too is during
impressive acceleration, but
with soft touch it does not seem
panels to go anywhere
sprinkled fast.
around the Speed and
dashboard and power is
the door panels obviously not
to give the WRV something that
a premium feel. the WRV is well
The WRV known for, but it
truly comes is quite efficient.
alive when During our
driven around drive, we saw a
urban roads. Its range of 420km
smallish size table bu t can be and that
makes it easy to The front seats are comfor pas senger s. translates to
cha llenged
manage in traffic small for horizontally 12km per litre
and easy to park of fuel, which is
just about surprisingly good for a car
anywhere. It also has a decent ground with a 35-litre fuel tank. And that is what the
clearance of 207mm, which is just slightly WRV is all about – convenience and
more than the 200mm of the Perodua Ativa. efficiency.
Despite what is said online, that amount The WRV offers a drive quality that is fuss
of ground clearance does not mean that it free and straight forward. It is also an easy car
can handle flood waters. It may handle floods to live with considering its size and tallish
better than sedans, but it is still not an off- ride height that make it suitable for all
roader, so traversing floods is definitely not purposes.
what the tall ride height of the WRV is for. It also has decent storage space and a
The ride height does however offer a powertrain that is easy on the wallet which
better view ahead than regular cars. And means that it is a good companion for those
therein lies the appeal of the WRV. The rise in who are just starting
popularity of SUV’s is not endemic to out in life either
Malaysia, it is in their careers
something or with a
that is family. The interior of the WRV has all the features you could want in a small SUV.
happening The interior
the world is a good place
over for many to be in as well
years now. though it may
And that is not be very
why the WRV big. And once
is popular as you start
well, because it poking and
offers a better prodding
driving position around you
than regular might notice
cars. that there
The gi ne is better are some
suspension too The 1.5-litre en The back seats are surprisingly
. spots that
ncy than power could do
is quite suited for efficie comfortable even for tall passengers.
comfortable over with better
all terrains. We material
drove the car in and
Langkawi bolstering. Those
recently, and over are not deal breakers but rather the usual activated, the App allows the user to remotely speed limit and even assist to book a service
the poor conditions of the kampung roads character of hard plastics. start the car, set a geo fencing that will alert appointment.
the WRV soaked up everything that the There is some icing on the WRV cake the owner when the car drives out of the The Honda WRV is obviously designed for
unkept roads threw at it. Over the new though, and besides the designated area, set a comfort and convenience, and it does that
highways that connect the island, the abundance of driver aid and really well. Some may argue that it is quite
suspension did a splendid job at isolating the safety systems, there is expensive for a small SUV, but there are some
cabin from the road. also the Honda cars that need to be driven to be
However, it is worth noting that the Connect App. appreciated, and the WRV is one of
suspension of the RS and the V-spec models When those cars that you are bound.
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G
EELY has introduced its latest model,
the Panda Knight, for the Chinese
market. As of its launch, the Panda
Knight is only available in a single-
model variant.
It draws its design inspiration from the
Panda Mini and features a slightly extended
body. It measures 3135mm in length, 1565mm
in width, and 1655mm in height, with a
wheelbase of 2015mm.
Essentially, the Knight can be described as
an off-road variant of the Mini, retaining the
standard Mini EV body.
To enhance its off-road capabilities and
rugged appearance, the Knight comes equipped
with various features, including a side ladder,
dual-colour luggage racks, blackened wheel

arches, and 14-inch aluminium alloy rims.
In terms of its front design, the Panda Knight
retains the signature large, round headlights
that are characteristic of the Panda series. These
headlights give the car a distinct appearance
and contribute to its unique identity.
Paired with these headlights is an aggressive
suspended grille, further enhancing the car’s
visual appeal and giving it a bold and distinctive
front-end look.
Additionally, the front bumper of the Knight
features two tow hooks, adding to the model’s
rugged and off-road-ready aesthetics while also
underlining its functional design.
There are three exterior colours to choose
from, providing a range of options to suit
different preferences. The colour choices
include classic white, as well as two shades of
forest green.
Inside the Panda Knight, the cockpit offers a
choice of two colours: green and white, allowing
drivers to match the interior to their liking.
The dashboard features a 9.2-inch
instrument panel and an 8-inch central control
screen, providing essential information and
Knight rider
Geely’s off-road mini EV with a 200km range
easy access to various vehicle controls.
The steering wheel is a distinctive double-
spoke design with a flat bottom and is
adorned with contrasting strips, adding a
sporty touch. The vehicle is equipped with
modern amenities including Bluetooth
connectivity, remote control functionality, and
remote air conditioner control, enhancing
convenience and connectivity for the driver.
The Panda Knight is equipped with a rear-
wheel-drive system and relies on a robust
17.03kWh lithium iron phosphate battery
pack.
This battery configuration provides the
Panda Knight with an impressive pure electric
driving range of up to 200km on a single
charge, making it an efficient choice for daily
commuting and short trips.
Powering the Panda Knight is a 30kW
permanent magnet synchronous motor,
capable of delivering a peak torque of
110Nm.
Geely highlights the motor’s exceptional
efficiency, boasting an impressive rating of
96.5%. This efficiency not only contributes to
the vehicle’s overall performance but also
enhances its energy utilisation.
Furthermore, the Panda Knight comes
equipped with an upgraded charging system
that offers both fast and slow charging
options. It supports 22kW DC fast charging,
enabling a swift recharge from 30% to 80% in
just 30 minutes, according to Geely.
Standard safety features include an anti-
lock braking system (ABS), electronic
brakeforce distribution (EBD), and a battery
management system. These safety measures
contribute to a safer driving experience and
ensure a sense of security on the road.
The initial price for this model is set at
53,900 yuan (approximately RM34,000).
However, the company is presently offering a
limited-time discounted price of 49,900 yuan
(RM32,000).

BYD rolls out 500,000th Atto 3

New Porsche Panamera BYD, a global leader in new The Atto 3, an innovative SUV,

undergoing final test drives energy vehicles (NEVs), recently

THE upcoming new generation of the
Panamera is in the final stages of
testing just before its official launch.
Engineers are conducting thorough
evaluations in and around Barcelona,
Spain, to fine-tune the sports saloon.
These tests are the culmination of a
comprehensive testing process that
took place across four continents.
The Panamera has undergone
various tests, including high-altitude
evaluations in the US to assess
drivetrain performance under low-
oxygen conditions, as well as testing
the engine-cooling system and air
conditioning in extreme heat.
Scandinavian tests focused on
performance in extremely low
temperatures, while South Africa’s
challenging road conditions were used
to evaluate the car’s capabilities.
Lastly, in Asian megacities with high
humidity and heavy traffic, the
Panamera faced demanding stop-and-
go conditions. These tests ensure that
the Panamera is ready to deliver top-
notch performance and reliability
when it hits the market.
The upcoming model features a
significant overhaul of its engine range,
emphasising sustainable drivetrains
and improved efficiency.
In response to the growing demand
for E-Hybrid models, with some
countries seeing nearly 100% adoption
of these hybrids, the Panamera will
introduce a fourth plug-in hybrid
variant, enhancing the lineup’s
versatility.
One of the key improvements
across all E-Hybrid models is increased
electric performance. The new
Panamera E-Hybrids aim to deliver
enhanced driving dynamics, extended
electric range, and faster charging
times.
During testing, these models have
demonstrated the capability to cover
up to 70% more distance on electric
power alone compared to their
predecessors, marking a significant
advancement in electric driving
range and efficiency.
The foundation for all E-Hybrid
models in the upcoming Panamera is
an upgraded electric motor, which is
now fully integrated into the
transmission housing of the new dual-
clutch transmission.
This electric motor delivers
improved drivetrain performance and
energy recuperation compared to its
predecessor while maintaining a
reduced weight.
It draws power from a high-capacity
battery with a significantly larger
capacity of 25.9kWh. To further
enhance convenience, an onboard
charger with an 11 kW power rating is
included, which reduces charging
times despite the increased energy
storage capacity.
In addition to its extensively
updated engine lineup, the new
Panamera introduces several other
notable enhancements.
It now offers an optional high-end
chassis featuring active damper control
and a diverse range of additional
functions.
It comes standard with a semi-
active chassis that features new two-
valve shock absorbers. These shocks
have the capability to independently
control the compression and rebound
stages, greatly extending the range of
chassis tuning options, both in terms of
comfort and high-performance
settings, within the standard chassis
configuration.
The final test drives are currently
underway, allowing Porsche’s
engineers to make any last-minute
adjustments before the car’s world
premiere.
The third generation of this four-
door sports car will be unveiled at the
Icons of Porsche Festival in Dubai on
Nov. 24, 2023.
celebrated a major achievement
with the production of its
500,000th BYD Atto 3 at its Hefei
industrial plant.
Remarkably, this milestone was
reached in just 19 months since
the Atto 3’s launch.
The BYD Atto 3, positioned as
the first model for the global
market, has swiftly become the
top-selling NEV in various
countries, including Singapore,
New Zealand, Thailand, Israel, and
Sweden.
By now, BYD’s passenger
vehicles are present and successful
in over 50 countries and regions.
Particularly noteworthy is the Atto
3’s dominance in Israel’s NEV sales
for nine consecutive months and
its current standing as Thailand’s
best-selling pure electric vehicle as
of August 2023.
These accomplishments
underscore BYD’s growing
influence and triumph in the
global automotive market.
Lamborghini , Ducati develop
bike-to-car comms system
AUTOMOBILI LAMBORGHINI is
lending support to Ducati in its
dedication to enhancing safety of
motorcyclists.
Ducati played a pivotal role at a
Demo Event held at the
Lausitzring race track in Germany,
organized by the Connected
Motorcycle Consortium (CMC).
This event showcased the
efficacy of motorcycle-car
connectivity systems that have
been developed as part of the
consortium’s research.
The Connected Motorcycle
Consortium (CMC) is an
international association of
prominent two-wheeled vehicle
manufacturers committed to
incorporating motorcycles into the
future of connected mobility to
enhance motorcyclists’ safety.
Car manufacturers have long
been researching and developing
Vehicle to Vehicle (V2V)
showcases BYD’s cutting-edge e-
Platform 3.0 technology, delivering
exceptional performance in
intelligence, efficiency, safety, and
aesthetics.
Its design incorporates BYD’s
distinctive “Dragon Face” design
language, seamlessly blending
traditional Chinese culture with
modern global preferences.
Equipped with the BYD Blade
Battery, the Atto 3 offers an
excellent balance of security and
range, further enhancing its urban
appeal.
The model has gained
popularity among local consumers
and received global acclaim due to
its outstanding performance,
unique driving experience, and
distinctive design.
Earning a 5-star Euro NCAP
score, the Atto 3 has been
honoured with prestigious awards
such as the “2022 New Zealand Car
of the Year” and “VAB Electric
Family Car of the Year of Belgium,”
among others.
communication technologies.
CMC’s aim is to include information
sent by motorcycles, which have
distinct needs and dynamics, and
standardise this data when
integrating the technology across
the entire motorcycle and car fleet.
Founded in 2016, CMC saw
Ducati join the same year, initiating
a thorough analysis of the most
perilous accidents involving
motorcycles and cars.
This analysis guided the
selection of cases where
connectivity could significantly
reduce accidents and harm to
motorcyclists. One vital aspect was
minimising system reaction times
to provide advanced warnings,
crucial in preventing accidents.
This collaboration underscores
a shared commitment to safety
and leveraging advanced
technology to enhance road safety
for motorcyclists.
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INDICES
FBMEMAS
KL MARKET SUMMARY
September 21, 2023

10,726.60
CHANGE
-28.40
Turkiye gives MAHB
a vote of confidence
FBMKLCI 1,448.21 -3.35
CONSUMER PRODUCTS 557.05 -1.10
INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS 174.41 -0.00
CONSTRUCTION 184.68 -0.29
FINANCIAL SERVICES 16,227.90 +9.58
ENERGY 891.89 -12.20
TELECOMMUNICATIONS 584.38 -0.45
HEALTH CARE 1,705.15 -13.80 oMalaysia Airports satisfied with the success of the company in
the first stage and now they want to extend
pandemic level.
Cabinet ministers from both countries
TRANSPORTATION
PROPERTY
916.97
875.82
-0.98
-1.13 Holdings will continue to (operations), including building a longer
runway,” he said at a press conference after
attended the meeting. Anwar said they also
discussed efforts to increase bilateral
PLANTATION
FBMSHA
6,925.10
10,972.40
-53.60
-45.90 operate Istanbul Sabiha meeting with the Turkiye president.
Anwar, who is in New York to attend the
cooperation in investment and trade.
Malaysia is Turkiye’s largest trading
FBMACE
TECHNOLOGY
5,214.14
63.35
+10.01
+0.06
Gokchen International 78th United Nations General Assembly,
said Turkiye strongly believes that MAHB is
partner in Asean with a trade volume of
US$4.7 billion (RM22 billion) in 2022, a 35%

TURNOVER VALUE
Airport, says Anwar best suited and capable of running the ISG
operations.
growth from 2021.
Malaysia’s total export volume to Turkiye
3.248 BIL RM2.131 BIL Although the agreement to continue in 2022 reached RM17.39 billion, which was
NEW YORK: Turkiye has agreed that operations by MAHB has been announced, largely comprised of palm oil, palm oil-
Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) Anwar said it will go through the normal based agricultural products, metal
5 MOSTSeptember
ACTIVES 21, 2023
will continue to operate the Istanbul Sabiha
Gokchen (ISG) International Airport.
process by the relevant ministry.
“This tremendous support is also a vote
manufacturing, textiles, clothing, footwear,
electrical and electronic products and palm
During their bilateral meeting on of confidence in the Malaysian company to oil-based manufactured products.
STOCK VOL CLSG (sen) +/– (sen) Wednesday, Turkish President Recep Tayyip develop and manage the ISG,” he added. Total imports in 2022 stood at RM2.86
TWL 150,824,300 3.0 UNCH Erdogan conveyed the agreement to Prime Fully owned by MAHB, the airport is billion which includes petroleum products,
KNM 89,581,200 12.0 UNCH Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. the sixth busiest gateway in Europe, with jewellery, iron and steel products,
UEMS 76,196,000 88.0 -3.0 “He (Erdogan) agreed that MAHB should passenger numbers reaching 25 million chemicals and chemical products, textiles,
EAH 73,213,100 0.5 UNCH continue operating the ISG as they are in 2021, which is 70% of the pre- clothing and footwear. – Bernama
TOPGLOV 65,470,100 80.5 -2.5

5 TOPSeptember
GAINERS US-based Top-Line to increase furniture
imports from Malaysia to RM230m annually
21, 2023
STOCK VOL CLSG (RM) +/– RM
HEIM 661,800 23.90 +0.22
IMASPRO 416,100 5.65 +0.21 PETALING JAYA: Top-Line Furniture
BKAWAN 4,800 20.40 +0.20 Corporation, a furniture importer and
PANAMY 11,400 19.00 +0.14 wholesale distributor based in Chicago, Illinois
MASTER 200,500 3.14 +0.13 in the US, has expressed its intention to
increase its imports from Malaysia to
RM230 million annually over the next few
5 TOP LOSERS
September 21, 2023
years.
In a statement yesterday, Top-Line said it
has been sourcing home furniture from
STOCK VOL CLSG (RM) +/– RM Malaysia since 2000, with total imports
BAT 1,047,100 9.23 -0.19 amounting to about RM840 million to date.
GENTINGC2S 1,000,000 0.065 -0.185 Top-Line has fostered strong partnerships
PETDAG 478,200 23.02 -0.18 with some of the industry’s biggest players,
KLK 989,700 21.30 -0.14 including Wayfair.com, Bed Bath and
MYETFDJ 200 0.90 -0.14 Beyond, Overstock.com, Walmart.com,
Target.com and Home Depot. It currently
operates three distribution locations across
EXCHANGE RATES SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 the US spanning multiple channels,
including wholesalers, online retailers and
Foreign currency Bank sell Bank buy Bank buy direct-to-consumer platforms. The
TT/OD TT OD company is among major US importers that Tengku Zafrul (third, right), Top-Line Furniture deputy CEO Max Liaw (second, left), ministry
1 US DOLLAR 4.7615 4.6285 4.6185
have been importing from Malaysia for officials and company executives during their one-to-one business meeting in New York on
many years. Wednesday. – BERNAMAPIC
1 AUSTRALIAN DOLLAR 3.0790 2.9580 2.9420 Top-Line made the pledge during a one-
1 BRUNEI DOLLAR 3.4830 3.3850 3.3770 to-one business meeting with Investment, made furniture in the next few years. trillion) by 2026, with a compound annual
1 CANADIAN DOLLAR 3.5310 3.4380 3.4260 Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk The increase in sourcing will not only growth rate of 4.47% from 2022 to 2026.
1 EURO 5.0770 4.9150 4.8950 Seri Zafrul Aziz and ministry officials benefit furniture manufacturers but also Malaysia exported RM13.86 billion of
arranged by Malaysia External Trade supply chain players among micro, small and furniture globally in 2022, with the US being
1 NEW ZEALAND DOLLAR 2.8320 2.7270 2.7110 Development Corporation in New York City. medium enterprises such as suppliers of its top export destination at RM7.24 billion
1 SINGAPORE DOLLAR 3.4830 3.3850 3.3770 Imports from Malaysia will grow in components and parts (bolts and nuts), which or 52.2% of the nation’s total furniture
1 STERLING POUND 5.8780 5.6950 5.6750 tandem with Top-Line’s expansion plan. leads to an increase in employment too. exports last year. Malaysia was the US’ sixth
1 SWISS FRANC 5.2790 5.1590 5.1440 New product sourcing from Malaysia will The US Furniture Market Report 2022 largest source of imported furniture in 2022,
create an opportunity for the company to stated that the US furniture market is expected accounting for 2.78% of its total furniture
100 UAE DIRHAM 131.2400 124.5000 124.3000
import RM230 million yearly of Malaysian- to reach a value of US$288.9 billion (RM1.35 and bedding import value.
100 BANGLADESH TAKA 4.4230 4.1360 3.9360
100 CHINESE RENMINBI 65.8200 63.0700 N/A
100 HONGKONG DOLLAR
100 INDIAN RUPEE
61.5500
5.8400
58.5200
5.4900
58.3200
5.2900
Strong China-Malaysia ties will continue: Chinese ambassador
100 INDONESIAN RUPIAH 0.0321 0.0290 0.0240 KUALA LUMPUR: The strong momentum yielded encouraging results. between the two countries were frequent with
100 JAPANESE YEN 3.2140 3.1130 3.1030 in China-Malaysia relations will continue as Bilateral trade reached US$106.68 billion Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim
100 NEW TAIWAN DOLLAR N/A N/A N/A both countries celebrate the 10th (RM498.9 billion) in the first seven months and visiting China twice this year, reaching an
anniversary of their comprehensive China continued to be Malaysia’s top trading important consensus with President Xi
100 PAKISTAN RUPEE 1.6500 1.5400 1.3400
strategic partnership this year, said China’s partner, he said, citing Chinese statistics. Jinping on jointly building a China-Malaysia
100 PHILIPPINE PESO 8.5100 8.0200 7.8200 ambassador to Malaysia, Ouyang Yujing. “According to Malaysian statistics, community with a shared future.
100 QATAR RIYAL 132.1800 125.4800 125.2800 Speaking at a reception here on China’s investment in Malaysia amounted “Next year will mark the 50th
100 SAUDI RIYAL 128.4700 121.9600 121.7600 Wednesday to commemorate the 74th to US$12.5 billion, accounting for 33.9% of anniversary of China-Malaysia establishing
anniversary of the founding of the People’s Malaysia’s total foreign direct investment of diplomatic ties, an important milestone in
100 THAI BAHT 13.7100 12.1700 11.7700
Republic of China, he said pragmatic last year,” he added. China-Malaysia bilateral relations history,”
Source: Malayan Banking Berhad/Bernama cooperation between the two countries has Ouyang noted that high-level visits Ouyang said. – Bernama

10 theSUN ON FRIDAY | SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
SUNBIZ
7-Eleven Malaysia unit sells 75% stake in Caring to BIG Pharmacy for RM675m
KUALA LUMPUR: 7-Eleven
Malaysia Holdings Bhd’s (SEM)
wholly owned subsidiary
Convenience Shopping (Sabah)
Sdn Bhd (CSSSB) will sell a 75%
stake in Caring Pharmacy Group
Bhd (Caring) for RM675 million.
SEM said CSSSB has entered into
a conditional sale and purchase
agreement with BIG Pharmacy to
Sime Darby Property
in sustainable energy
partnership with TNB
PETALING JAYA: Sime Darby Property
Bhd reached a new milestone in its
sustainability journey with the
establishment of a strategic partnership
with Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) for the
exploration and development of
sustainable energy initiatives.
“This partnership reflects our strategy
to develop a sustainable and commercially
viable portfolio that will enable us to lead
the domestic real estate industry’s
transition to renewable energy. It also
signifies our commitment to reducing
our carbon footprint and playing our
role in the nation’s green agenda,” said
Sime Darby Property’s Group managing
director, Datuk Azmir Merican.
Through this collaboration, both
parties will explore potential joint
venture partnerships to integrate rooftop
solar solutions in the group’s townships
and developments. The residential solar
pilot project includes the leasing of
rooftop spaces or implementation of
rooftop solar solutions on up to 1,000
existing and future properties in the City
of Elmina or other potential townships.
Additionally, Sime Darby Property
and TNB will seek to explore the
implementation of electric vehicle
charging infrastructure within townships
and/or developments by the Group. Both
strategic partners will also look into
microgrid solutions in townships,
managed industrial parks and landbanks
within Sime Darby Property.
UMW Group
registers 41,386
vehicles in August
PETALING JAYA: UMW Group recorded
strong automotive sales in August with
registration of 41,386 vehicles as UMW
Toyota Motor (UMWT) and associate
company, Perodua continued to deliver
their outstanding orders.
Accordingly, the group’s automotive
sales increased by 16% to 271,515 units
for the first eight months of 2023, from
233,367 units registered in the same
period of 2022.
UMWT registered stronger monthly
sales for 2023 with the delivery of 10,275
units in August, 13% higher than the
9,091 units delivered in August 2022.
Year-to August, UMWT registered
67,283 units, recording 9% growth
compared with the 61,639 units
registered in the corresponding period
of 2022.
UMWT achieved market share of
13.4% for year-to-August.
Perodua registered 31,111 units in
August 2023, 19% higher compared with
the 26,039 units delivered in August
2022, mainly due to the improving
supply chain as well as enhancement of
production and sales operations.
Year-to-date August, Perodua’s sales
surged to 204,232 units, 19% higher than
the 171,728 units delivered in the same
period of 2022. Accordingly, Perodua
achieved market share of 40.7% for YTD
August 2023. For the first eight months
of 2023, Perodua’s top selling models
were Bezza, Myvi and Axia.
dispose of its entire stake in Caring.
Motivasi Optima Sdn Bhd would
also dispose of its 25% stake in
Caring to BIG Pharmacy, however,
this is not part of SEM’s corporate
exercise, it added.
“The company is expected to
record an estimated one-off gain on
disposal from the proposed
disposal of RM251.16 million,
SIBS 2023 expected to notch
up RM1.5b negotiated sales
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sunbiz@thesundaily.com
KUALA LUMPUR: Invest Selangor
Bhd anticipates a potential RM1.5
billion in negotiated sales from
Selangor International Business
Summit 2023 (SIBS 2023), fuelled by
focused industries such as electrical
and electronics, food and beverage
manufacturing, digital investment,
logistics services, machinery and
transport equipment.
According to Selangor State Exco
for Investment, Trade and Mobility
Ng Sze Han, who is in charge of SIBS
2023, the target of RM1.5 billion is a
step upwards from SIBS 2022,
which saw record-breaking
participation of businesses from 60
countries taking up 906 booths and
achieving RM1.45 billion in
potential transaction value.
“Selangor is strategically located,
at the heart of Asean countries.
That’s why the theme for this year is
‘Selangor, Gateway to Asean’.
Companies come to Selangor to
expand their businesses to other
parts of Asia. This is why we believe
that Selangor has the advantage to
attract investment,” he said at a
press conference after the official
launch of SIBS 2023 yesterday.
Ng said there are plans to
expand the exhibitions in this year’s
SIBS to better serve industrial
participants and meet growing
demand from buyers.
“We are considering the
possibility of splitting it into two or
more exhibitions. We are thinking
along the lines of whether to
proceed with this expansion and
make it bigger to accommodate
more people,” he added.
AmBank expects double-digit growth in loans to MSMEs
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sunbiz@thesundaily.com
KUALA LUMPUR: AmBank Group
Bhd expects double digit loan
growth for its micro, small and
medium enterprise (MSME)
segment this year, driven by initial
public offering (IPO) and market
penetration opportunities, according
to group CEO Datuk Sulaiman Mohd
Tahir.
“(We expect) double-digit loan
growth or at least 10%, we are
looking at least RM40 million more.
It’s small but we hope to do more,”
he told reporters after the launch of
Ambank SME Amplify during KL
Fashion Week Connect Point 23
yesterday.
Last year, the segment recorded
single-digit loan growth.
Currently, the bank has
outstanding loans of RM6 billion to
about 7,000 retail SME borrowers.
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thereby improving the net
assets per share of the
company to 0.34 sen from
0.12 sen as of Dec 31, 2022,”
SEM said in a stock
exchange filing.
Upon the completion of
the proposed disposal, the
company said, it would be
able to focus its resources on
oOrganiser to expand promotion of this
year’s Selangor International Business
Summit beyond Asean – to Japan, Australia,
the Middle East and China
Ng (third from left) at the official launch of Selangor International Business
Summit 2023.
According to Invest Selangor, it is
not limiting the promotional efforts
for SIBS only to Asean countries, as
it is extending their outreach to
Japan, Australia, the Middle East
and China.
Ng said Selangor is committed to
Of that total, about 15% or 1,000
customers are in the MSME
segment with outstanding loans of
RM400 million.
Sulaiman said although the
MSME loan size is small, the bank
sees an opportunity for it to support
the segment until the enterprises
potentially go for listing on Bursa
Malaysia.
“We want to support the SME
business because it is our bread and
butter, a large component of our
growth has been coming from SMEs
but mostly it’s coming from the
bigger and medium sized SMEs,
while the MSMEs are still largely
underpenetrated ... it’s small, we’ve
got a RM27 billion base, it’s only
RM400 million” he said.
Touching on Ambank SME
Amplify which provides a suite of
financing and digital solutions,
Sulaiman said the product aims to
address the challenges that SMEs or
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growing its convenience
store segment.
However, SEM said the
proposed transaction did
not include the disposal
of the Indonesian businesses
that are operated by Caring
Group.
The group said the
bulk of the RM675 million proceeds,
providing an international
networking platform for the
business community and an
invitation has been extended to
them.
At the launch, he said, “At this
juncture, I also want to encourage
MSMEs face by providing them
with easier access to financing.
He added that it launched its
product at KL Fashion Week 2023
(KLFW23) to engage with fashion
industry players, from manufacturers
to designers.
“We have panel sessions,
speakers to talk about the business
and the business model with the
intention to educate them. To
expand your business ... people are
talking about how to access
funding. So the idea of the event is
to connect with SMEs,” said
Sulaiman.
Investment, Trade and Industry
Ministry deputy secretary general
(investment) Datuk Bahria Mohd
Tamil said the fashion, textile and
lifestyle industry is a key
contributor to Malaysia’s economy.
The government is committed to
support the growth of the industry
which generates billions in revenue
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comprising 61.66% or RM416.19
million, will be used for its 7-CAFé
store expansion, refurbishment of
existing classic stores to the 7-CAFé
format and convenience store-
related infrastructure investments.
SEM said the proposed disposal
is expected to be completed by the
fourth quarter of this year. –
Bernama
businesses and industry players
who have yet to sign up to reach out
to Invest Selangor and participate in
SIBS in one way or another. Take
this opportunity to engage in the
many discussions, forge productive
partnerships, and seize the
opportunity within Selangor and
the broader Asean market
presented during SIBS 2023.”
Initiated by the Selangor state
government and organised by
Invest Selangor, the annual
business event is one of the region’s
premier platforms for brands,
innovators and other business
movers and shakers to explore the
potential to be found in the
Malaysian and regional markets.
The four-day SIBS 2023 features
11 events, taking up the entire eight
exhibition halls and seven
conference halls of the Kuala
Lumpur Convention Centre,
hosting about 1,000 trade booths.
The summit is anticipated to draw
50,000 trade visitors.
The six main programmes are:
9th Selangor International Expo
(F&B); 7th Selangor Asean Business
Conference; 8th Selangor Smart
City & Digital Economy
Convention; 4th Selangor R&D and
Innovation Expo; 9th Selangor
International Expo; and 3rd
Selangor Industrial Park Expo.
Moreover, SIBS 2023 will be held
in parallel with Selangor
International Culinary Festival;
Selangor International Coffee
Week; Selangor International
Healthcare Conference; Malaysia
International Tea & Coffee Expo;
and Selangor International
Business Summit Invitational Golf
Tournament.
and provides employment to a
significant number of Malaysians,
she added.
“The fashion, textile and lifestyle
industry in Malaysia will continue
to grow and thrive. The government
will continue to aspire the industry
players to focus on the production
of high value-added products such
as high quality niche market items,
invest in modern equipment,
undertake research to keep abreast
with new market demand and
development, explore new trade
opportunities, e-commerce options
and pursuing social media platforms
to increase revenues,” Bahria said.
The event was organised by
KLFW and AmBank in collaboration
with Malaysian Investment
Development Authority to
showcase the latest developments
and opportunities in the fashion,
textile and lifestyle industry in
Malaysia.
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Federal Oats Mills launches cutting-edge factory

oIndustry pioneer and leader’s RM135m
investment in Penang aligns with
National Food Security Policy Action Plan
KUALA LUMPUR: Federal Oats
Mills Sdn Bhd (FOM), a pioneering
leader in the industry with a rich
history dating back to its
incorporation in 1965, has launched
its cutting-edge oat processing
plant.
FOM has continuously evolved
and innovated, establishing itself as
Southeast Asia’s first oat mill and
now standing as the 13th largest
exporter of oat products worldwide.
Over the past 15 years, FOM’s
commitment to growth and
innovation has led to a sevenfold
increase in its milling capacity,
backed by an investment of over
RM135 million. Today, FOM
operates at a milling capacity of 10
tonnes per hour, a testament to its
dedication to meeting the rising
global demand for high-quality oats.
At the launch, Penang State Exco
for Local Government and Town &
Country Planning (representing
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon
Yeow) H’ng Mooi Lye said that
FOM’s expansion is a testament to
Penang’s sustainable investment
location.
Meanwhile, Malaysian Investment
Development Authority CEO Datuk
Wira Arham Abdul Rahman said,
“The presence of this modern and
fully automated facility aligns with the
New Industrial Master Plan (NIMP
2030), which aims to encourage
industries to shift away from labour
intensive business models.”
“As one of the food processing
leaders in Malaysia, FOM’s commitment
to advancing its technology and
production capacity also benefits the
local vendors within its supply chain,
creating positive social spillovers and
improving local economies.
“In addition, its long-established
halal-certified oats products have
opened up numerous opportunities
within the global Muslim market,
highly recognising Malaysia’s halal
certification,” he added.
He said the increased capacity
also aligns with the National Food
Security Policy Action Plan, which
aims to expand the accessibility and
affordability of food, especially
healthy food products.
“Malaysia is proud to be an
international halal production hub,
as industry participants increasingly
elevate into advanced food
processing technologies for high
standard of hygiene and food safety
practices. We are looking forward to
see FOM realising its “Captain
Innovation Hub” in Malaysia and
would be glad to facilitate necessary
support.” he added.
FOM deputy managing director
Michael Chew Kian Hong said that
FOM will reinforce their capacity
and product line strength,
providing substantial room for
growth and expansion to meet
market needs.
“FOM has already, in the last
three years, proven our strength in
meeting the increasing demand of
oatmeal and oat-based products in
the region. I would like to emphasise
that our company will continue to be
deeply rooted in Penang as the state
has given us so much,” he added.
Looking ahead, FOM has
ambitious plans for growth.
Leveraging its new cutting-edge
facility, FOM is looking to extend its
reach into the rapidly growing
plant-based beverage and meat
industries.
FOM is also excited to unveil its
visionary Captain Innovation Hub,
which is slated for completion by
2028. This hub aligns seamlessly
with the pursuit of healthier
lifestyles, aiming to introduce a
range of innovative oat products to
the younger generation.

MARii, Indonesian
institute in pact
to strengthen tie-up
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysia Automotive
Robotics and IoT Institute (MARii) and Indonesia
Automotive Institute (IOI) inked a memorandum
of understanding (MoU) yesterday to strengthen
their working relationship.
MARii and IOI have consistently worked
together advancing both Malaysia and Indonesia
automotive industries. The most significant
cooperation is the joint effort by MARii and IOI in
creating business opportunities for local
automotive vendors and Small Medium Industries
in Malaysia and Indonesia by facilitating business
matching, international exhibitions, and joint
ventures.
This is to promote growth in automotive
manufacturing, parts localisation, and exports,
with the aim of becoming regional and global
suppliers.
This MoU is geared towards the establishment
of the Asean Automotive Institute or alliance, and
other forms of engagement among member
countries by creating business opportunities,
improve supply chain management, research on
cleaner fuels, and enhance battery manufacturing
Strong deliveries in 2H’23 will be supported mainly by marques with large outstanding backlogs like Perodua and Toyota. - BERNAMAPIX with the goal of a greener, more innovative
automotive future.

Another record-breaking year for auto sector forecast The MoU exchange took place during the EVM
Summit 2023.

KUALA LUMPUR: RHB Research is expecting
Malaysia’s automotive sector to deliver
another record-breaking year if the monthly
total industry volume (TIV) strengthens in the
next four months.
In a note yesterday, it said strong deliveries
in the second half of 2023 (H2’’23) will be
supported mainly by marques with large
outstanding backlogs like Perodua and
Toyota, largely fuelled by Perodua Axia and
Toyota Vios launches.
“August TIV of 72,000 brought year-to-date
TIV to 502,000 units. August saw a strong
month-on-month increase, mainly from the
Japanese carmakers Honda and Toyota,
which rose by 30% and 23%, driven by order
backlogs.
The research house said its 2023 TIV
estimate of 725,000 units parallels the
Malaysian Automotive Association’s 2023
forecast.
Meanwhile, given that 2023 could be a
second consecutive record-breaking year and
based on the lack of catalysts to support high
orders and deliveries, RHB Research said
2024 TIV will likely soften y-o-y, especially if
2023 TIV hits a peak.
“We are also expecting the backlog of
major marques to gradually ease throughout
the fourth quarter of 2023 (Q423). While
stronger electric vehicles adoption may be an
upside risk to 2024’s TIV, we do not think this
will be significant enough to move the needle.
In a separate note, MIDF Research said
there is room for 2023’s TIV to outperform
projections, while near-term revenue visibility
is solid given the existing order backlog.
“However, the recent round of analyst
briefings has suggested that backlog order
growth has started to flatten with initial signs
of receding compared to March-June levels
following a pickup in production to address
the long waiting list previously.
“While we believe TIV momentum is close
to peaking after record-breaking TIV
(numbers) in 2022 with another potential new
record this year, we do not expect a drastic fall
at this juncture,” the report said.
Demand could be supported by
improvement in labour market, income
conditions and easing inflation, the research
note said.
While a strong US dollar is a margin risk, it
noted that non-national auto players have
been raising prices since early this year. It is
keeping a neutral call on the auto sector. –
Bernama
TRX Exchange retail
wing to open on Nov 29
KUALA LUMPUR: The retail wing of the TRX
Exchange will open its doors to the public on Nov
29. The wing will act as a shopping, dining, leisure
and entertainment destination for the Tun Razak
Exchange’s international financial district.
To date, 95% of the stores have been snapped
up, representing over 400 outlets, spread across
1.3 million sq ft.
Some of the world’s leading retailers have set
up shop there including Korean eyewear brand
Gentle Monster; fashion brand Maison Kitsuné
and the 28th branch of the acclaimed Café
Kitsuné; California-based athleisure brand Alo
Yoga; as well as Finnish textile, clothing and
home furnishings brand Marimekko. Cult beauty

Worldwide building two waste-to-energy plants in Selangor
SHAH ALAM: Diversified government-linked
company Worldwide Holdings Bhd (WHB) is
developing two waste-to-energy (WTE)
projects in Selangor to generate clean and
renewable energy, and produce electricity.
The Jeram WTE plant – touted to be largest
and most advanced WTE in the country and
located at the Integrated Solid Waste
Management Centre (ISWMC) in Jeram – will
process 3,000 tonnes per day (tpd) of solid
waste, which will be used as feedstock for the
WTE plant to generate 50MW of clean and
renewable energy.
The other plant to be developed at the
Tanjung Dua Belas ISWMC in Kuala Langat is
capable of processing 1,800 tpd of solid waste
to produce 38MW of electricity.
By harnessing the potential of waste as a
resource, WHB is not only addressing the
state’s waste management challenges but also
contributing to its energy needs in an eco-
friendly manner. This not only reduces the
reliance on fossil fuels but also mitigates the
environmental impact associated with their
extraction and consumption.
The two ISWMC are also able to treat a
wide spectrum of waste materials effectively
as it is able to reduce the volume of solid waste
by 90%. This will resolve the scarcity of land
for landfills and reduce the dependency on
engineered landfill disposal methods, which
requires a larger environmental footprint and
pose long-term environmental risks.
Looking ahead, WHB plans to develop
several more WTE plants over the next
decade.
brand Drunk Elephant also makes its entrance
with its first ever brick and mortar store globally.
In addition, TRX Beauty Galleria will bring
one of the world’s most sought-after beauty
brands in Swiss luxury skincare brand La Prairie
and one of the world’s oldest luxury cosmetics
brands Guerlain. Another attraction is Japan’s
largest department store Seibu, which will
occupy four levels over 250,000 sq ft.
For lovers of nature, the TRX City Park, the
largest rooftop public park measuring 10-acres
will also be opened. The park has numerous
facilities, including cascading greenery, children’s
play areas, water features and beautifully shaded
enclaves.

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CHINA’S NIO LAUNCHES
FIRST SMARTPHONE
SHANGHAI: China’s Nio Inc yesterday
unveiled a high-end smartphone
designed to be used with its electric
vehicles (EV), touting a plethora of
related functions such as using the
phone to instruct the car to park
itself. The launch of the Nio Phone –
the first car-specific phone to be sold
by a Chinese firm, highlights the
advanced state of EV technologies in
the world’s biggest auto market. A
Nio driver can also use the phone to
notify their car to drive itself to their
location (allowed in China in
restricted spaces and at low speeds)
and to unlock the car even when the
phone is switched off. CEO William Li
said the Nio Phone had more than 30
car-specific functions and had
broken new ground with connection
technologies. Three models are
available, priced between 6,499 and
7,499 yuan (RM4,173-4,829). The
phone will only be sold in China for
now. – Reuters
TOSHIBA: US$14B TAKEOVER
BID BY JIP A SUCCESS
TOKYO: Toshiba said yesterday that a
US$14 billion (RM66 billion) tender
offer from private equity firm Japan
Industrial Partners (JIP) had ended in
success – a deal which paves the way
for the embattled industrial
conglomerate to go private. The JIP-
led consortium saw 78.65% of
Toshiba shares tendered, giving the
group a majority of more than two-
thirds which would be enough to
squeeze out remaining shareholders.
The deal puts the 148-year-old
electronics-to-power stations maker
in domestic hands after years of
battles with overseas activist
investors. Toshiba is set to be delisted
as early as in December. – Reuters
HK CENTRAL BANK LEAVES
INTEREST RATE UNCHANGED
HONG KONG: The Hong Kong
Monetary Authority yesterday left its
base rate charged via the overnight
discount window unchanged at
5.75%, tracking a decision by the US
Federal Reserve to keep rates steady.
The US central bank held interest
rates steady as expected at the end of
a two-day policy meeting but
projected another rate hike by year
end and monetary policy significantly
tighter through 2024 than previously
expected. Hong Kong’s monetary
policy moves in lock-step with the US
as the city’s currency is pegged to the
greenback in a tight range of 7.75-
7.85 per dollar. – Reuters
INDONESIA PARLIAMENT
PASSES JOKOWI’S
US$216B 2024 BUDGET
JAKARTA: Indonesia’s parliament
yesterday passed President Joko
Widodo’s 3,325.1 trillion rupiah
(RM1.01 trillion) budget for 2024, his
final year in office, with a fiscal deficit
of 2.29% of gross domestic product.
The budget assumes economic
growth of 5.2%, which is slightly
higher than 2023’s outlook of 5.1%
and a state revenue target of 2,802.3
trillion rupiah. – Reuters
Bank of England freezes interest rates after inflation surprise
LONDON: The Bank of England (BoE) is set to
announce yesterday whether it is halting a run
of interest rate hikes that stretches back to
December 2021, a day after signs that it had
turned a corner in tackling Britain’s high
inflation problem.
Investors piled into bets on the BoE keeping
bank rate at 5.25% on Wednesday as soon as
official data showed a surprise fall in the pace of
price growth.
Goldman Sachs and other banks ditched
their previous calls for one more rate increase
and investors put a roughly 50% chance on a
pause by the BoE, up from just 20% on Tuesday.
Other analysts said they still thought a final
China’s economic struggles
stir calls for deeper reforms
oSome advisers urge
Beijing to ramp up
infrastructure spending
BEIJING: China’s economic slowdown is
polarising government advisers over the best
way forward, with advocates of structural
reforms now emerging from the shadows in a
challenge to others calling for more state
spending to shore up faltering growth.
The rare debate among advisers, who
influence policy-making but do not wield direct
power, comes as global markets scramble for
clues on how authorities will halt a downturn
that has left millions without jobs, forced
investors to flee and the yuan to tank.
A dribble of piecemeal support measures
from Beijing in recent months has raised
questions about the tough choices China’s new
economic leadership now faces over whether to
prioritise short-term relief or long overdue
reforms.
Advisers calling for immediate stimulus
argue the central government’s
low debt means it can shoulder
the burden with municipalities
to finance infrastructure and
other spending to rev up
activity. But pro-reform
advisers argue the stimulus
playbook that helped drive
growth for decades has run
its course and
IMF urges China to boost domestic consumption, rein in local government debt and clean up its bloated property sector. –AFPPIX
Assets seized in Singapore’s biggest money laundering case hit S$2.4b
SINGAPORE: The total value of assets seized in
Singapore’s biggest money laundering case has
swelled to S$2.4 billion (RM8.3 billion), police
said on Wednesday.
The assets now include cash amounting to
more than S$76 million, 68 gold bars,
cryptocurrencies of more than S$38 million,
more than 110 properties and 62 vehicles worth
more than S$1.2 million.
Last month, 400 police officers ran
simultaneous raids across Singapore and
arrested 10 foreigners in an anti-money
BoE rate hike was the most likely outcome after
a recent jump in global oil prices, but they
stressed it could go either way.
“We stick with our call for a hike, but now see
this as a coin toss,“ JP Morgan economist Allan
Monks said.
BoE Governor Andrew Bailey and his
colleagues on the Monetary Policy Committee
have faced intense criticism after consumer price
inflation surpassed 11% in October last year.
At 6.7% in August, inflation is falling towards
the 5% level that the BoE predicts for the
coming months – and which British Prime
Minister Rishi Sunak has promised to voters
ahead of an election expected next year.
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that bolder structural changes to the economy
are now needed.
Both camps argue their proposals should be
treated with urgency by policymakers, ahead of
the annual Central Economic Work Conference,
an agenda-setting gathering of top leaders
expected in December.
The central government’s debt as a share of
gross domestic product is just 21%, far lower
than 76% for local governments, including their
hidden debt.
China targets a budget deficit of 3% of GDP
for 2023. Local governments are racing to issue
the 2023 quota of 3.8 trillion yuan (RM2.4
trillion) in special bonds this month to fund
infrastructure.
The pro-reform camp is beating the drum for
faster structural reforms, including relaxing the
system of residence permits, or “hukou”, to spur
consumption, removing market entry barriers
for private firms at the cost of state giants.
Some are calling for reviving stalled market
reforms amid signs of increased state controls in
the economy.
International Monetary Fund managing
director Kristalina Georgieva told Reuters over
the weekend that the Fund plans to tell China to
boost domestic consumption, rein in local
government debt and clean up its bloated
property sector.
“Policy stimulus is not effective and it’s just
a placebo,“ said one of the
advisers.
laundering swoop.
Police have said the 10 suspects were
allegedly “laundering the proceeds of their
overseas organised crime activities, including
scams and online gambling”.
During the raids, police seized S$1 billion
worth of assets including bank accounts, S$23
million in cash, luxury homes, cars, bags,
watches and two gold bars. The 10 also had
various passports from Cyprus, Cambodia,
Dominica, China, Turkey and Vanuatu.
The amount was updated to S$1.8 billion in
But it remains more than three times the
BoE’s 2% target and the highest in the Group of
Seven economies.
Bailey and other officials have stressed in
recent weeks that, while they might be close to
reaching the peak of their run of rate hikes, they
would probably have to keep borrowing costs at
high levels for a period, dashing hopes of quick
cuts.
Whether it raises rates one more time or not,
the challenge for the BoE is likely to be to
convince investors that it will stick to its guns
and not rush to cut rates even as Britain’s already
fragile economy shows signs of weakening.
“While the BoE will no doubt try to project a
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Liu Shijin, an adviser to the central bank,
said China must push reforms to unleash
spending power of migrant workers who had
entered cities, a view shared by former central
bank head Yi Gang.
Reforms are urgently needed as growth
engines such as property, exports and
infrastructure are stalling, he said.
“If we continue to focus on macroeconomic
policies to stabilise growth, the side effects will
increase, and more importantly, the
opportunity for structural reform will be missed
again,“ Liu told a forum last month.
Despite the heated debate, analysts expect
Chinese leaders can walk a tightrope between
stimulus and reforms.
“China’s current economic woes are caused
by both cyclical and structural factors and,
hence, require measures on both fronts,“ Tao
Wang, chief China economist at UBS, said in a
note.
The world’s second-largest
economy is showing some signs
of stabilsing after a flurry of
modest policy measures, but the
outlook is clouded by a property
downturn, aging
demographics, high debt and
geopolitical tensions.
The Asian Development
Bank on Wednesday trimmed
its growth forecast of China to
4.9% from 5% in July due to
the weakness in the property
sector. – Reuters
early September as investigations led
authorities to assets in Swiss banks.
The large amounts seized in the case has
been the talk of the town in Singapore, which
has attracted vast investments and private
wealth since the pandemic but is generally
know for having low crime rates.
Latest figures from the central bank show
that total assets under management in
Singapore rose 16% in 2021 to S$5.4 trillion,
compared with a global increase of 12% to $112
trillion the same year. – Reuters
‘higher for longer’ message, as the ECB has
since its rate hike last week, history tells us that
once the peak is in, forward rates move notably
lower,” Dominic Bunning, head of European FX
Research at HSBC, said in a note to clients.
The BoE is alarmed that wages have so far
defied the slowdown in the broader economy
and are rising at a record pace, threatening to
thwart its attempts to bring inflation down.
British inflation is almost double the rate in
the US, where the Federal Reserve on Wednesday
kept borrowing costs on hold.
Last week, the European Central Bank raised
rates to a record high but signalled that it was
likely to pause. – Reuters
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322 Notices

NOTICE
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IN
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23, 2023
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2016 that
that after
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after the
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explanation that
the
that may
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be given
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account
account of of receipts,
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payment andand the Liquidator.
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statements
statements of of distribution
distribution among
among the
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date
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date of
of the
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in which the winding-up
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of
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this 22nd
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disposed
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of.
thereof shall
shall be
be pass
pass the
an
the following
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following resolution
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resolution as
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as meeting.
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Dan NG
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and ofof the
the Liquidator,
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meeting isis entitled
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entitled to
to attend
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office of
of the
the Liquidator,
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accounts
accounts and documents may
and documents may
and
and vote
proxy
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at the
and vote
the meeting
vote in
meeting may
in his
may appoint
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appoint aa
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mengenai Hartanah
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yang be
be destroyed
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the Liquidator.” Desa, 58100
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less
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dipegang didi bawah
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322 Notices
Notices Liquidator.” may
may but need not be a member of the
but
Company.
need not be a member of the than
than 48
48 hours
hours before
before the
the time
time of
of the
the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games silver “Based on our calculation
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Baru,13700
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Pulau one as he had personally as we had pinned our hopes on
26.8.1982; THE
THE COMPANIES
COMPANIES ACT,ACT, 2016
2016 Dated:
Pinang
Pinang not
not less
less than
than 48
48 hours
hours before
before the
the 322
322 Notices
Notices promised to deliver two gold him as well… but after gauging
Dated: 22nd
22nd September
September 2023
2023 meeting.
Dan
Dan AND
AND meeting.
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ANTARA
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NOTICE OF
OF FINAL
FINAL MEETING
MEETING (In Members’ Voluntary Liquidation)
(In Members’ Voluntary Liquidation)
(Dalam
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Penggulungan Sukarela
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Pemegang Saham)
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to continue cycling until the Paris Palembang edition, Mohd
NOTICE
NOTICE isis hereby
hereby given
given that
that pursuant
pursuant NOTIS
NOTIS
NOTIS adalah
bahawa
adalah dengan
bahawa mengikut
dengan ini
mengikut Seksyen
ini diberikan
diberikan
Seksyen 459(2)
459(2) Akta
Akta
Olympics next year. Azizulhasni delivered a gold in
1.
1.TAN
TANYAN
YANHONGHONG NOTICE
NOTICE ISIS HEREBY
HEREBY GIVEN
GIVEN THAT
THAT NOTIS adalah adalah dengan
dengan ini ini diberikan
diberikan
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459 ofof the
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to
to Section
2016,
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2016, the
459(2) of
the Final
of the
the Companies
Final Meeting
Meeting of
Companies Act,
of the
Act,
the above-
above-
bahawa
bahawa mengikut
mengikut Seksyen
Seksyen 459(2)
459(2) Akta
Akta
Syarikat,
Syarikat, 2016,
di
di atas
2016, Mesyuarat
atas yang
Mesyuarat Akhir
yang akan
Akhir Syarikat
akan diadakan
diadakan di
Syarikat
di 3-10
3-10
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NARAYANASAMY Syarikat,
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2016, Mesyuarat
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2016,the
the Final
Final
mentioned
mentioned Company
Medan
Company will
Medan Perniagaan
will be
Perniagaan Pauh
be held
held at
Pauh Jaya,
at 3-10
3-10
Jaya, Jalan
Jalan
di
di atasatas yang
yang akan
akan diadakan
diadakan di di 3-10
3-10
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Jalan
pada 24 24
Oktober
Oktober 2023
2023 pada
pada jam
jam 11.00
11.00 pagi
pagi untuk
untuk matters is his safety and health,” in the keirin event. – Bernama
(NO.
SETTAMBRAM Company
Company will
will be
be held
held at
at 22A,
22A, October
October 24,
24, 2023
2023 at
at 11.30
11.30 a.m.
a.m. for
for the
the Oktober
Oktober 2023 2023 pada
pada jam jam 11.30
11.30 pagi
pagi untuk
untuk
tujuan
tujuan berikut:
berikut:
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K/P::441028-05-5040)
441028-05-5040) following
following purposes:
purposes:
5.
5.TEO
TEOAIAIYIN
YIN Jalan SS21/35, Damansara
Jalan SS21/35, Damansara tujuan
tujuan berikut:
berikut: i.i. Untuk
Untuk mempertimbangkan
mempertimbangkan dan
dan
i.i. Untuk mempertimbangkan dan
(NO.
(NO.K/P
K/P::880206-05-5380)
880206-05-5380) Utama,
Utama, 47400
47400 Petaling
Petaling Jaya,
Jaya, i.i.ToTo consider
consider and, and, ifif thought
thought fit,fit, adopt
adopt
Untuk
sekiranya
mempertimbangkan dan sekiranya
sekiranya difikirkan
difikirkan wajar,
wajar, meluluskan
meluluskan
6.
6.PALANIYAPPAN
PALANIYAPPANA/L A/LKARUPPANNAN
KARUPPANNAN sekiranya difikirkan
difikirkan wajar,
wajar, meluluskan
meluluskan Akaun Terakhir Pelikuidasi
(NO.
(NO.K/P
K/P::8176045)
8176045) Selangor
Selangor on on 31st
31st October,
October, the
the Final
Final Account
Account of of thethe Liquidator
Liquidator Akaun
Akaun Terakhir
Terakhir Pelikuidasi
Pelikuidasi
Akaun
yang
Terakhir
menunjukkan
Pelikuidasi
bagaimana
showing
showing how how thethe winding
winding up up has
has been yang menunjukkan bagaimana
7.
7.TEO
TEOPOH
POHSIONG
SIONG 2023
2023 atat 11.00
11.00 a.m.
a.m. for
for thethe conducted
been yang
yang menunjukkan
menunjukkan bagaimana
bagaimana penggulungan
penggulungan telah telah dijalankan
dijalankan dan
dan
(NO.
(NO.K/P
K/P::910408-05-5519)
910408-05-5519) conducted and the property of the
and the property of the penggulungan
penggulungan telah telah dijalankan
dijalankan dan dan
8.
8.MUNISAMY
MUNISAMYA/L A/LRAMOO
RAMOO following
following purposes
purposes :-:- company
company has has been
been disposed
disposed of; of; harta
harta
harta syarikat
syarikat itu
itu telah
telah dilupuskan;
dilupuskan;
(NO. harta syarikat
syarikat itu
itu telah
telah dilupuskan;
dilupuskan;
(NO.K/P
K/P::0907821
0907821(LAMA)
(LAMA) ii.ii.To
To resolve
resolve under
under Section
Section 459(5)
459(5) of of the ii.ii. Untuk
9.
9.KUAN
KUANLOW LOW@ @SIOW
SIOWKUAN
KUANLOW LOW
the Untuk menyelesaikan di bawah
menyelesaikan di bawah ii.ii. Untuk
Untuk menyelesaikan
menyelesaikan di di bawah
bawah
1. Companies Act, 2016 that after the
(NO.
(NO.K/P
K/P::4001589
4001589(LAMA)
(LAMA) 1. To
To receive
receive andand consider
consider Companies Act, 2016 that after the Seksyen
Seksyen 459(5)
459(5) Akta Akta Syarikat,
Syarikat, 20162016 Seksyen
Seksyen 459(5)
459(5) Akta
Akta Syarikat,
Syarikat, 2016
2016 NAMAJ
NAMAJ SDN.
SDN.BHD.
10.
10.CHANDRAN
CHANDRANA/L A/LARUMUGAM
ARUMUGAM the
the Liquidator’s
Liquidator’s Statement
Statement
expiration
expiration of of three
three months
months from from the the bahawa
bahawa selepas
selepas tamat tamat tempoh
tempoh tiga tiga bahawa
bahawa selepas
selepas tamat
tamat tempoh
tempoh tiga
tiga
Company
BHD. NOTICE
NOTICE OF
OF APPLICATION
APPLICATION FOR
FOR VOLUNTARY
VOLUNTARY
(NO. K/P : 520313-04-5277) date
date ofof the
the final
final meeting,
meeting, the the Company
Company bulan
bulan dari
dari tarikh
tarikh mesyuarat
mesyuarat akhir, akhir, bulan
bulan dari tarikh mesyuarat akhir,
dari tarikh mesyuarat akhir, Company No.
No.
11.
(NO. K/P : 520313-04-5277)
11.NAVU
NAVUA/PA/PAPPAVU
APPAVU of
of Accounts
Accounts showing
showing shall
shall be
be dissolved;
dissolved; andand Syarikat
Syarikat akan
akan dibubarkan;
dibubarkan; dan dan Syarikat
Syarikat akan
akan dibubarkan;
dibubarkan; dan
dan 198001000170
198001000170 (53953-U)
(53953-U) WINDING
WINDING UP
UP OF
OF LIMITED
LIMITED LIABILITY
LIABILITY PARTNERSHIP
PARTNERSHIP
12.
(NO.
(NO.K/P
K/P::0907821
0907821(LAMA)
(LAMA) the
the manner
manner in in which
which the
the iii.
iii.To To resolve
resolve underunder Section
Section 518(3)(b)
518(3)(b) iii.
iii. Untuk
Untuk menyelesaikan
menyelesaikan di di bawah
bawah
12.BALAKRISHNAN
BALAKRISHNANA/ A/LLPERUMAL
PERUMAL of
of the
the Companies
Companies Act Act 2016,
2016, that
that the
the Seksyen
Seksyen 518(3)(b)
518(3)(b) Akta Akta Syarikat
Syarikat iii.
iii. Untuk
Untuk menyelesaikan
menyelesaikan di di bawah
bawah NOTICE
NOTICE IS IS HEREBY
HEREBY GIVENGIVEN that that anan
(NO.
(NO.K/P
K/P::611118-05-5393)
611118-05-5393) winding-up
winding-up has has beenbeen books, 2016,
2016, bahawa
bahawa buku-buku,
buku-buku, akaun akaun dan Seksyen
Seksyen 518(3)(b)
518(3)(b) Akta
Akta Syarikat Extraordinary
Extraordinary General
General Meeting
Meeting of of the (Section
(Section 50(4)
50(4) (a)
(a) of
of the
the
books, accounts
accounts and and documents
documents of of dan Syarikat the
13. PARAMASIVAM
13. PARAMASIVAM A/L VELOO
(NO.
A/L VELOO conducted
conducted and
and the
the property
property the
the Company
Company and and of of the
the Liquidator
Liquidator be be dokumen
dokumen Syarikat
Syarikat dan dan Pelikuidasi
Pelikuidasi 2016,
2016, bahawa
bahawa buku-buku,
buku-buku, akaun
akaun dan
dan Members
Members of of the
the Company
Company willwill be
be held
held at
at Limited
Limited Liability
Liability Partnerships
Partnerships Act
Act 2012)
2012)
(NO.K/P
K/P::540405-05-5075)
540405-05-5075) dokumen
dokumen Syarikat
Syarikat dan
dan Pelikuidasi
14.
14.SUMADY
SUMADYA/ A/PPSUBRAMANIAM
SUBRAMANIAM disposed
disposed ofof and
and ofof hearing
hearing destroyed
destroyed as as the
the company
company resolution
resolution dimusnahkan
dimusnahkan menerusi menerusi resolusiresolusi
dimusnahkan
Pelikuidasi the
the Car
Car Park
Park of
of The
The Flat
Flat of
of Lintang
Lintang Bakau,
Bakau,
directs
directs after
after the
the expiration
expiration of of three syarikat dalam tempoh
syarikat dalam tempoh tiga bulan tiga bulan dimusnahkan menerusi
menerusi resolusi
resolusi Jalan
Jalan Jelutong,
Jelutong, 11600
11600 Georgetown,
Georgetown, Pulau
Pulau
(NO.
(NO.K/P
K/P::590529-05-5320)
590529-05-5320) any
any explanation
explanation that
that may
may be
be three
syarikat
syarikat dalam
dalam tempoh
tempoh tiga
tiga bulan
[Membaca
[Membacatindakan
tindakandidiatasataskapasiti
kapasiti
given
given by
by the
the Liquidator.
Liquidator.
months
months from from thethe date
date of of the
the final
final daripada
daripada tarikh
tarikh mesyuarat
mesyuarat akhir.
akhir.
daripada
daripada tarikh
tarikh mesyuarat
mesyuarat akhir.
akhir.
bulan Pinang
Pinangonon15th
15thOctober
October2023
2023at at10.00
10.00a.m.
a.m. Notice
Notice isis hereby
hereby given that TT
given that TT EQUITY
EQUITY PLT
PLT (LLP
(LLP Registration
Registration
sebagai
sebagaiPentadbir]
Pentadbir] meeting.
meeting.
15.
15.RAMAYEE
RAMAYEEA/P A/PSUBRAMANIAM
SUBRAMANIAM Penang
Penang AGENDA
AGENDA
No.:
No.: 201504001432/
201504001432/ LLP0005209-LGN)
LLP0005209-LGN) will will bebe making
making an an
Bertarikh
Bertarikh 22
22 September
September 2023 Penang
Penang
(NO.
(NO.K/P
K/P::400308-05-5044)
[Membawa
400308-05-5044)
[Membawatindakan
tindakandidiatas
ataskapasiti
kapasiti 2.
2. To
To determine
determine byby ordinary
ordinary Penang
Penang 2023
Bertarikh
Bertarikh 22
22 September
September 2023
2023
1.
1. Special
Special Resolutions
Resolutions application
application to to the
the Registrar
Registrar ofof Limited
Limited Liability
Liability Partnerships
Partnerships
Dated
Dated this
this September
September 22,
22,2023
2023
sebagai
sebagaiPentadbir]
Pentadbir] resolution
resolution the
the manner
manner and
and ..............................
.............................. 1.1
1.1ToToresolve
resolvethat
thatthe
theCompany
Companybe bewound
wound
for
for aa declaration
declaration of of dissolution
dissolution pursuant
pursuant to
to section
section 50(2)
50(2) ofof the
the
16.
16.TEVENDRAN
TEVENDRANA/L A/LKRISHNAN
KRISHNAN LAM ......................
......................
period
period in
in which
which the
the books,
books, .....................
..................... LAMWAI WAI MINMIN LAM up
up voluntarily
voluntarily pursuant
pursuant to to Section
Section Limited
Limited Liability
Liability Partnerships
Partnerships Act
Act 2012
2012 within
within seven
seven (7)
(7) days
days after
after
(NO. K/P : 890906-05-5401)
(NO. K/P : 890906-05-5401) Pelikuidasi
Pelikuidasi LAMWAI WAI MINMIN
17.
17.GANGANTUAN
TUANKIONGKIONG accounts
accounts andand documents
documents LAM
LAMWAI WAI MINMIN Pelikuidasi
Pelikuidasi 439(1)(b)
439(1)(b)of ofthe
theCompanies
CompaniesAct Act2016
2016to to the
the application
application of of this
this notice.
notice. Any
Any partner
partner or
or creditor
creditor of
of the
the LLP
LLP
(NO.
(NO.K/P
K/P::621014-05-5275)
621014-05-5275) Liquidator
Liquidator facilitate
facilitatefor
forthe
thetransfer
transferofofstrata
stratatitles
titles
18.
18.KALAVATHY
KALAVATHYA/P A/PKESAVAN of
of the
the Company
Company andand of
of Nota
Nota :: Nota
Nota :: to desiring
desiring toto object
object toto the
the application
application may
may do
do soso in
in writing
writing toto the
the
KESAVAN
Seorang
Seorang ahliahli yang
yang berhak
berhak menghadiri to the
the qualified
qualified property
property purchasers
purchasers
(NO.
(NO.K/P
K/P::591124-05-5028)
591124-05-5028) the
the Liquidator
Liquidator shall
shall be
be Note
Note ::
menghadiri Seorang
Seorang ahliahli yang
yang berhak
berhak menghadiri and
and the
the beneficiaries
beneficiaries of of units
units of
of flats Companies
19.
19.JANAKI
JANAKIA/P A/PVEERASAMY
VEERASAMY
destroyed. AA member
member who who isis entitled
entitled toto attend
attend and
dan
dan mengundi
mengundi di di mesyuarat
mesyuarat iniini boleh
boleh dan
dan mengundi
mengundi di di mesyuarat
menghadiri
mesyuarat iniini boleh
flats Companies Commission
Commission of of Malaysia
Malaysia within
within thirty
thirty (30)
(30) days
days from
from
(NO.
(NO.K/P
K/P::470128-05-5104) destroyed. and melantik
melantik seorang
seorang proksi
proksi dan
dan mengundi
boleh erected
erected onon all
all those
those pieces
pieces ofof lands
lands
the
20.
20.SADIAMMAH
SADIAMMAHA/P
470128-05-5104)
A/PRAMAN
RAMAN
vote
vote at
at the
the meeting
meeting maymay appoint
appoint aa proxy
proxy bagi
bagi pihaknya.
pihaknya. Proksi
Proksi dibenarkan
mengundi
dibenarkan tetapi
tetapi
melantik
melantik seorang
seorang proksi
proksi dan
dan mengundi
mengundi known
known as as Holding
Holding Nos.
Nos. 397,
397, 398,
398, the date
date of
of this
this notice.
notice.
and
and vote
vote inin his
his stead.
stead. The
The Proxy
Proxy may
may but bagi
bagi pihaknya. Proksi dibenarkan tetapi
pihaknya. Proksi dibenarkan tetapi 399,
(NO.
(NO.K/P
K/P::611022-05-5436)
611022-05-5436) but tidak
tidak semestinya
semestinya seorang
seorang ahli
ahli Syarikat. 399, 400,
400, 401,
401, 402,
402, and
and Lot
Lot 649
649 (now
(now
[Membawa
[Membawatindakan
tindakandidiatas
ataskapasiti
Lim
Lim Beng
Beng Hong
Hong need
need not
not bebe aa member
member of of the
the Company.
Company. Suratcara
Syarikat. tidak
tidak semestinya
semestinya seorang
seorang ahli
ahli Syarikat.
Syarikat. known
known as as Geran
Geran 66467,
66467, Lot
Lot No.
No. 923),
923),
kapasiti Suratcara perlantikan
perlantikan proksi
proksi hendaklah
hendaklah Dated
sebagai
sebagaiPentadbir]
Pentadbir] Liquidator
Liquidator The
The instrument
instrument appointing
appointing aa proxy
proxy must
must diserahkan
diserahkan di di pejabat
pejabat pelikuidasi,
pelikuidasi,
Suratcara
Suratcara perlantikan
diserahkan
perlantikan proksi
proksi hendaklah
hendaklah Bandar of Jelutong, Section 1,
Bandar of Jelutong, Section 1, Daerah Daerah Dated this
this 22nd
22nd September
September 2023
2023
21.
21.R. R.MUNUSMAY
MUNUSMAYA/L A/LRETNAM
RETNAM be
bedeposited
depositedat atthe
theoffice
officeof
ofthe
theliquidator, diserahkan di di pejabat
pejabat pelikuidasi,
pelikuidasi, Timur
(NO.
liquidator, 3-10
3-10 Medan
Medan Perniagaan
Perniagaan Pauh
Pauh Jaya,
Jaya, 3-10
3-10 Medan Perniagaan Pauh Jaya,
Medan Perniagaan Pauh Jaya, Timur Laut,
Laut,Pulau
Pulau Pinang
Pinang (“Lands”).
(“Lands”).
(NO.K/P
K/P::440510-01-5085)
440510-01-5085) 3-10
3-10 Medan
Medan Perniagaan
Perniagaan PauhPauh Jaya,
Jaya,Jalan
Jalan Jalan
Petaling Jalan Baru,
Baru, 13700
13700 Perai,
Perai, Pulau
Pulau Pinang
Pinang
22.
22.KRISHNASAMY
KRISHNASAMYA/L A/LPERUMAL
PERUMAL Petaling Jaya
Jaya Baru,
Baru, 13700
13700 Perai,
Perai, Pulau
Pulau Pinang
Pinang not not less
less tidak
tidak kurang
kurang daripada
daripada 4848 jam
jam sebelum
sebelum
Jalan
Jalan Baru,
tidak
Baru, 13700
13700 Perai,
Perai, Pulau
Pulau Pinang
Pinang
2.
2. Ordinary
Ordinary Resolutions
Resolutions
(NO.
(NO.K/P
K/P::500406-05-5185) Date: tidak kurang
kurang daripada
daripada 48
48 jam
jam sebelum
sebelum
23.
23.KASAVAN
KASAVANA/L
500406-05-5185)
A/LSUBRAYAN
SUBRAYAN Date: 22nd
22nd September,
September, 2023
2023 than
than 48
48 hours
hours before
before the
the meeting.
meeting. mesyuarat.
mesyuarat. mesyuarat.
mesyuarat.
(NO. K/P : 311019-05-5043)
(NO. K/P : 311019-05-5043) 2.1
2.1ToTo consider
consider and,
and,ifif thought
thought fit,
fit,approve
approve
24.
24.NG NGKOK
KOKCHIN
CHIN the
the legal
legal and
and liquidator’s
liquidator’s fees fees and
and
(NO.
(NO.K/P
K/P::580830-05-5099)
580830-05-5099) IN
IN THE
THE MATTER
MATTER OF NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE expenses.
...PLAINTIF-
OF NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE expenses.
...PLAINTIF-PLAINTIF
PLAINTIF IN
THE
THE COMPANIES
COMPANIES ACTACT 2016
2016 IN THE
THE MATTER
MATTER OFOF THE
THE IN
IN THE
THE MATTER
MATTER OF
OF THE
THE IN
IN THE
THE MATTER
MATTER OF
OF THE
THE
COMPANIES
COMPANIES ACT, ACT, 2016 COMPANIES 2.2
2.2ToTo consider
consider and,
and, ifif thought
thought fit,fit, that
DAN
DAN AND
AND 2016 COMPANIES
COMPANIES ACT,ACT, 2016
2016 COMPANIES ACT,ACT, 2016
2016 in
that
IN
IN THE
THE MATTER
MATTER OF OF AND
AND AND
AND AND
AND in the
the absence
absence of of the
the Declaration
Declaration of of
1.
1.PACHIAPAN
PACHIAPANA/L
A/LNADESON IN Trust
Trust dated
dated 12th
12th March
March 19801980 which
which
NADESON ENTIRE
ENTIRE ENTITY
ENTITY SDN.
SDN. BHD.
BHD. IN THE
THE MATTER
MATTER OFOF IN
IN THE
THE MATTER
MATTER OFOF IN
IN THE
THE MATTER
MATTER OFOF required
(NO.
(NO.K/P
K/P::490118-05-5037)
490118-05-5037) IGB required toto be
be furnished
furnished by by the
the unit
unit
2.
2.KAMALAM
KAMALAMD/OD/OVENGA
VENGAKAVANDAR
KAVANDAR {{ Company
Company No. No. 201301037288
201301037288 IGB DEVELOPMENT
DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT
MANAGEMENT MURNI
MURNI PROPERTIES
PROPERTIES SDNSDN BHD
BHD PENTAS
PENTAS JASAJASA SDN
SDN BHD
BHD purchasers,
purchasers, thethe directors
directors areare hereby
hereby
3.
3.KARAPAYAH
KARAPAYAHA/L
A/LVALLAN
VALLAN (1067117-K)
(1067117-K) } } SERVICES
SERVICES SDN SDN BHD
BHD [Company
[Company Registration No:
Registration No: [Company
[Company Registration No:
Registration No: authorised
authorised toto apply
apply to to the
the high
high court
court
4.
4.PALANY
PALANYA/L
A/LSIKKAN
SIKKAN(NO.(NO.K/P
K/P::4101213)
4101213) (In
(In Members’
Members’ Voluntary
Voluntary [Company
[Company Registration
Registration No:
No: 198001009368
198001009368 (63152-X)]
(63152-X)] 201601006247
201601006247 (1177174-H)]
(1177174-H)] for
for aa Declaration
Declaration of of Trust
Trust toto declare
declare
...DEFENDAN-DEFENDAN 201501017052
...DEFENDAN-DEFENDAN Liquidation)
Liquidation) 201501017052 (1142386-A)]
(1142386-A)] (In
(In Members’
Members’ (In
(In Members’
Members’ that
that the Company holds the saidLands
the Company holds the said Lands
NOTIS
NOTIS PENYAMPAIAN
PENYAMPAIAN GANTI
GANTI
(In
(In Members’
Members’ Voluntary
Voluntary Winding
Winding Up)
Up) Voluntary
Voluntary Winding
Winding Up)
Up) and
and the
the units
units of
of flats
flats erected
erected on on the
the
NOTICE
NOTICE OF
OF FINAL
FINAL MEETING
MEETING Voluntary
Voluntary Winding
Winding Up)
Up) said
said Lands
Lands (“Properties”)
(“Properties”) as as set
set outout
Kepada
Kepada NOTICE
NOTICE OF
OF FINAL
FINAL MEETING
MEETING against
against the
the respective
respective namesnames of of the
the
1.
1.PACHIAPAN
PACHIAPANA/L A/LNADESON
NOTICE
NOTICE OF
OF FINAL
FINAL MEETING
MEETING beneficiaries
NADESON
NOTICE NOTICE
NOTICE OF
OF FINAL
FINAL MEETING
MEETING beneficiaries mentioned
mentioned therein.
therein.
(NO.
(NO.K/P
K/P::490118-05-5037)
490118-05-5037) NOTICE IS IS HEREBY
HEREBY GIVEN GIVEN thatthat
2.
2.KAMALAM
KAMALAMD/O D/OVENGA
VENGAKAVANDAR
KAVANDAR pursuant
pursuant to to Section
Section 459(1)
459(1) of of the
the NOTICE
NOTICE IS IS HEREBY
HEREBY GIVEN GIVEN thatthat NOTICE
NOTICE IS IS HEREBY
HEREBY GIVEN GIVEN that that 2.3
NOTICE
NOTICE IS IS HEREBY
HEREBY GIVEN
GIVEN that pursuant 2.3ToTo resolve
resolve that
that approval
approval isis given
given
3.
(NO.
(NO.K/
K/PP::--)) Companies
Companies Act Act 2016,
2016, thethe Final
Final that pursuant
pursuant to to Section
Section 459 459 of of the
the pursuant to to Section
Section 459 459 of of the
the that
that the
the entitlement
entitlement andand the
the right
right of
of
3.KARAPAYAH
KARAPAYAHA/L A/LVALLAN
VALLAN pursuant
pursuant toto Section
Section 459
459 ofof the Companies
4.
4. PALANY A/L SIKKAN (NO.K/P
PALANY A/L SIKKAN (NO. K/P::4101213)
4101213) Meeting
Meeting of of the
the Contributories
Contributories of of the Companies Act 2016,
Companies Act 2016, the Finalthe Final Companies Act Act 2016,
2016, the the Final
Final claim
claim ofof the
the properties
properties by
by each
each unit
unit
Companies
Companies Act Act 2016,
2016, the
the Final
Final Meeting Meeting
Meeting of of the
the Members
Members of of the
the
the
the Company
Company will will be
be held
held atat 123-O
123-O
Meeting Meeting of of the
the Members
Members of of the
the purchaser
purchaser or or the
the beneficiaries
beneficiaries ofof the
the
Penyampaian
Penyampaian sesalinan
sesalinan Saman Saman PemulaPemula Third Floor, Wisma Lister
Third Floor, Wisma Lister Garden, Garden, Meeting ofof the
the Members
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22nd September
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22nd September
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22nd September
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14 theSUN ON FRIDAY | SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
SPORTS

LINEOUT Suzuka should be great for Red Bull, says Perez

Powerful second half lifts Italy
ITALY recovered from a first-half scare to score 31
unanswered points in the second half and
overwhelm Uruguay 38-17 in their World Cup Pool A
game in Nice yesterday and claim a second
consecutive bonus-point win. Uruguay deservedly
led 17-7 at the break and were dreaming of a huge
upset after a remarkable opening 40 minutes that
began well for Italy, who scored an early try through
Lorenzo Pani, but then went badly wrong as poor
discipline handed the advantage to the South
Americans.
But just when they had to hold their nerve at the
start of the second period, Uruguay lost captain
Andres Vilaseca to a yellow card and Italy took full
advantage, running in four tries in 15 minutes to
RED BULL should be back to their dominant
best in Japan this weekend after suffering
their first defeat of the season in Singapore
last Sunday, Mexican driver Sergio Perez said.
The Formula One champions had won 15
races in a row until then but they return to
the figure-of-eight Suzuka circuit with every
expectation of wrapping up the constructors’
title with six rounds to spare.
“This track is very different so there
should not be a reason why not to be strong
in Suzuka,” Perez told reporters at the Honda-
owned track yesterday. “Actually, this should
be one of the best circuits for us.”
Perez, second overall but a massive 151
points behind teammate and double world
champion Max Verstappen, said Red Bull still
did not know exactly why they had struggled
so much in Singapore.
Verstappen, winner of 10 races in a row
until that point, finished fifth after starting
11th at Marina Bay while Perez ended up
eighth.
“We obviously have some good idea on
how we prepare the weekend and the
misinformation we had and where things got
wrong,” said the Mexican.
“It’s something that we will keep
internally but there’s some good indications
that we probably approached the weekend
with the wrong setup.”
Perez said the car had felt good on the
Suzuka layout in the simulator, whereas
Singapore had felt bad already before last
weekend.
“Hopefully it aligns well and it can be a
good track for us,” he added.
Mercedes’ seven-times world champion
Lewis Hamilton expected Red Bull to be hard
to beat again.
“I would think that if they’re not 30
seconds ahead like they have done in the
past then something’s up,” laughed the
Briton, who was third in Singapore.
“Their car should be phenomenal here.
They’ve been phenomenal all year long,
they’ve aced pretty much every circuit.” –
Reuters

Major thrill for Koepka

swing the contest their way.
“It was a really tough game,” Italy captain Lamaro
said. “I told all the Uruguayan guys they can be
proud of their performance, they put us under a lot
of pressure…
“What counts the most is how strong is the team
and in the second half we showed that and
smashed everything we could.” American sees Ryder Cup on par with winning individual titles
Samoa seek more clashes against

elite ahead of Argentina clash
SAMOA coach Seilala Mapusua implored rugby’s
governing bodies to change the global calender
as his side prepare to take on Argentina at the
World Cup today (11.45pm Malaysian time).
The match in Saint Etienne will be only Samoa’s
third against a Tier 1 nation in four years.
“We’re expected to come to the pinnacle of our
sport and compete and be competitive and this is
on the back of two games against a Tier 1 nation
in the span of four years, and one of them being
on the eve of Rugby World Cup,” said Mapusua.
“This model definitely needs to be looked at,
especially from our perspective. We need more
meaningful games and competitive games so we
can assemble our best and keep developing as a
team.”
Samoa have not beaten a Tier 1 nation since
2014.
Cheika wants discipline from Pumas
ARGENTINA coach Michael Cheika said he was not
looking for anything magical from his Pumas team
when they try to get their World Cup campaign back
on track against Samoa on Friday.
The Australian said the players had learned a lot
from their opening 27-10 loss to 14-man England in
Marseilles and had spent all week in training
focusing on the basics.
“We know the type of game we want to play, we
don’t want to change too much depending on the
opponent,” he told reporters after naming his team
yesterday.
“We have to be disciplined in our organisation, in
defence and attack. It may take 60, 70 minutes until
the opportunity is there, but you have to take it
when it comes.
“You don’t have to do something magical, it’s
about playing our game disciplined and very
aggressively.”
Time for Tonga to show up
TONGA centre Malakai Fekitoa agrees with head
coach Toutai Kefu that this is the “best ever” team
they have had at a Rugby World Cup, but says they
must show that against Scotland on Sunday
(11.45pm).
The 31-year-old and three other former New
Zealand stars were helpless as Ireland made Tonga
pay for their lack of discipline and ran out 59-16
winners last week.
Fekitoa and his fellow former All Blacks told their
teammates they must learn quickly from the
thrashing and move on as “this competition does
not stop for anyone”.
“As a team it is probably the best ever selected
for Tonga,” Fekitoa said yesterday.
“However, there is always massive pressure
playing for your country as you are representing a
lot of people.”
Fekitoa admitted that attaching such a label to a
team was a double-edged sword.
On one side, Ireland showed them respect in
selecting “their number one side”, while on the other
he and his teammates failed to really display their
talent on the pitch.
“We defended 95 percent of the time and did not
really get to showcase our talent,” he said.
“I hope we can fix it quickly and perform against
Scotland.”
F
IVE-TIME major champion Brooks this time around. like any other course. Just figure out those two
Koepka says playing for the United “I’m not sure how many guys have been days, figure out where I want to put the ball in
States in next week’s Ryder Cup will part of losing teams in Europe. But yeah, it’s the fairway. Then it comes pretty easy,” Koepka
bring the same thrill as battling for top definitely a different feeling,” Koepka said. said.
individual titles. “Losing is no fun but somebody has got to “Just figure out the wind and the
The 33-year-old American, who captured do it. Hopefully it’s not us this year.” distance that you’re trying to hit it,
his third PGA Championship in May at Oak Koepka didn’t approach the and you calculate that all in and
Hill, will compete in this week’s LIV Golf Marco Simone course any that’s the club you hit off the tee.
Chicago tournament before joining the US differently than any other layout “I’ll worry about it when
squad next week in Italy for the Ryder Cup. he was analyzing ahead of a we get there next week, but
Koepka, who has a history of playing his future event. more the green complexes,
best at majors, has been preparing for weeks to “I just where things will be and
face holders Europe as the Americans seek treat it stuff like that. Usually when
their first victory on European soil in 30 years. I go scout a golf course,
He sees the Cup as an equal test to a major it’s for lines off
in those terms. the tee.” –
“I think it is,” Koepka said yesterday. “My AFP
whole mindset has been to practice for that the
last few weeks.
“I think it’s one of the top six, seven, biggest
sporting events you can have, so I like it when
there’s a little bit more eyeballs, a little bit more
pressure.
“It’s obviously different with the whole
team thing. Sometimes you don’t play every
match so you are just cheerleading from the
side, which can be quite fun as well. I’ve
enjoyed it. It has been great and I’m looking
forward to it.”
Koepka was a selection by US captain
Zach Johnson after barely missing out on
an automatic qualifying spot despite being
banned from the PGA Tour after defecting to
LIV Golf last year.
Being on the opposite side of the PGA-LIV
divide did not give Koepka any problem on a
trip two weeks ago to Rome to see the host
course before next week’s showdown.
“Good trip,” he said. “Most of the guys were
there. Got to see the golf course. It’s pretty
difficult, but it will be interesting to see how
they set it up.”
When it comes to legacy, Koepka sees the
Ryder Cup as much about record. He played
on triumphant US sides in 2016 and 2021 and
was also on the American squad that lost in
France in 2018.
“Everybody remembers their record, or
that’s kind of what you’re known by, wins,
losses,” he said. “(Ian) Poulter has pretty much
made a career on that.” Koepka.
Koepka isn’t sure that knowing how it feels – USATODAYPIX
to lose in Europe will provide extra incentive
Pettersen eyeing Solheim Cup glory
SUZANN PETTERSEN, one of the Solheim we can’t wait.” appreciate the experience of playing inside the
Cup’s greatest players, believes her European Europe have three rookies – Linn Grant, ropes even more.”
team are more than capable of beating the Maja Stark and Gemma Dryburgh – while the Stacy Lewis is the USA captain aiming to
United States this week and giving her victory USA have five, albeit world No. 2 Lilia Vu is a regain the Cup for the first time since the
as captain. double major winner this year and Allisen Americans’ win in Ohio six years ago.
Europe are aiming for an unprecedented Corpus is the reigning US Open champion. “We’ve hit the ground running,” she said. “As
third straight win and go into the event in The other three newcomers are Cheyenne a player, the early part of the week seems to go
Spain as marginal favourites. Knight, Andrea Lee and the charismatic Rose on forever but, as captain, the days have flown
“We are all very ready to go,” said Norwegian Zhang. past. Everybody has had great practice rounds.”
Pettersen who retired from playing after holing The most experienced European is Anna The player under perhaps the greatest
the winning putt in 2019 at Gleneagles. Nordqvist, with the three-time major winner pressure is home favourite Carlota Ciganda
“We have the strongest team that I’ve ever combining her eighth appearance with a role as who will be playing in her sixth Solheim Cup.
been part of, and that’s based on great vice-captain. “It’s a dream come true to play at home,”
performances over the last few years. “It’s been really cool being involved behind said the 33-year-old. “The course is tricky with
“But with good results, there’s also the scenes,” said the Swede. “I am getting the the wind. More than pressure, it’s excitement.” –
expectations. But these girls are up for it and chance to see the process. It makes you AFP

PREMIER LEAGUE
PREVIEWS
MATCH-BY-MATCH facts and stats ahead of the next
round of Premier League fixtures (all in Malaysian
time/10pm unless stated):
TOMORROW
Crystal Palace vs Fulham
England midfielder Eberechi Eze has shined after the
departure of Wilfried Zaha and, in the absence of injured
Michael Olise, scoring one goal and providing two
assists in six appearances across all competitions.
Fulham will be without defenders Tosin Adarabioyo and
Antonee Robinson.
Luton Town vs Wolves
None of the promoted teams, which include Luton,
Burnley and Sheffield United, have won a League match
this season. Wolves’ Portuguese forward Pedro Neto has
the most number of assists (four) while South Korea for-
ward Hwang Hee-chan, who scored against Liverpool
last week contributed to four goals in 12 League starts
for Wolves last season.
Man City vs Nottingham Forest
Erling Haaland missed five big chances in City’s 3-1 win
at West Ham United last weekend. Belgian winger
Jeremy Doku, 21, registered his first goal for City against
The Hammers since joining the treble winners from
Ligue 1 club Rennes last month. Forest’s Nigeria forward
Taiwo Awoniyi has scored nine goals and provided two
assists in his last nine League appearances.
SUNDAY
Brentford vs Everton (12.30am)
Brentford defender Rico Henry is set to miss the rest of
the season after suffering a serious knee injury during
their 1-0 loss at Newcastle United. The Bees have
recorded the highest non-penalty expected goals in the
League so far this season. Everton, who are 18th in the
table, have been sold to 777 Partners, with the US pri-
vate equity firm taking over from Farhad Moshiri in a
deal worth more than £550 million (RM3.2b)
Burnley vs Man United (3am)
United, who sit 13th on the table, have lost three of their
opening five matches in a League campaign for the first
time. Only promoted Burnley and 16-placed Wolves
(both 11) have conceded more goals than United (10) in
the League so far.
Arsenal vs Tottenham (9pm)
Spurs have collected the award for Manager of the
Month (Ange Postecoglou) and Player of the Month
(James Maddison) in the same month for the first time in
six years. Brazilian forward Richarlison became the
eighth South American player to score 50 plus League
goals last weekend. Arsenal beat Everton at Goodison
Park last weekend for the first time in the post-Arsene
Wenger era.
Brighton vs Bournemouth (9pm)
Brighton have scored more goals (15) than any other
team in the League this season amd became the first
team outside the traditional “big-six” last week to win
four consecutive League games against Manchester
United. The Cherries drew 0-0 against Chelsea last week,
taking them to 15th spot on three points after five
matches.
Chelsea vs Aston Villa (9pm)
Chelsea have just scored five goals in the League this
season – their fewest after five games of a top-flight
campaign since 1995-96 (five), when they finished 11th.
French defender Malo Gusto has registered more assists
(two) than Chelsea captain Reece James (one), who has
been out with injury since the start of the season.
Liverpool vs West Ham (9pm)
Mohamed Salah has provided more League assists (63)
than any other African player in the competition’s history,
breaking former City winger Riyad Mahrez’s record.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk will return after missing
their 3-0 win home over Aston Villa and 3-1 win at Wolves
after being sent off against Newcastle last month. West
Ham Midfielder James Ward-Prowse has scored or
assisted in six consecutive appearances in the League for
the first time in his career (three goals, four assists).
Sheffield United vs Newcastle (11.30pm)
Newcastle, who qualified for the Champions League for
the first time in 20 years, have lost three of their first five
League matches this season. They only lost five games
last season. Sheffield defender George Baldock and for-
ward Will Osula returned from international break with
injuries, with captain John Egan also an injury doubt.
Reuters
Napoli squeeze past Braga
after late own goal drama
NAPOLI escaped Sporting Braga with a 2-1
win in their Champions League opener
yesterday after a Sikou Niakate own goal
handed the Italians the points in the final
minutes.
Rudi Garcia’s side looked to be sharing
the spoils in Portugal when Bruma flicked
home a perfect header from Rodrigo
Zalazar’s cross with six minutes remaining
after Giovanni Di Lorenzo had opened the
scoring for Napoli on the stroke of half-
time.
But with two minutes to go Niakate
thumped Piotr Zielinski’s cross into his own
net to give wasteful Napoli a hard-fought
Group C win at a soaking Estadio Municipal.
“We could have scored more goals in
the first half… and if you don’t score that
second goal you always risk conceding an
equaliser,” said captain Di Lorenzo.
“It was a big win, one that we wanted
and fought for. We’re happy.”
Napoli are level on three points with
Real Madrid, who beat Union Berlin 1-0 and
Bellingham rescues Real
Midfielder scores sixth goal in as many matches for Madrid
J
UDE BELLINGHAM rescued Real
Madrid with a 94th-minute strike to earn
the Spanish giants a 1-0 win over
Champions League debutants Union
Berlin yesterday.
Carlo Ancelotti’s side, 14-time winners
of the competition, were thwarted at
every turn by their stubborn German
opponents, who were only promoted to
the Bundesliga four years ago, until
Bellingham prodded home at the death.
The England international has started
his Madrid career in stunning goalscoring
form with six goals in six games for the club
across all competitions.
Madrid seemed destined to take only a
point after Union Berlin goalkeeper Frederik
Ronnow frustrated them and Rodrygo and
Joselu both hit the woodwork, until
Bellingham intervened.
“Scoring in the last
minute is the spirit of
this shirt – of not
giving up,” Madrid
coach Ancelotti
told a news
conference.
“(Bellingham)
has great qualities,
it seems he’s got
luck too, because
the goal is a
rebound, but he was
there, he arrives
from deep, and he’s
more switched on
than others, he’s got
that quality and he’s Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham celebrates scoring
taking advantage of it.” against Union Berlin yesterday. – REUTERSPIX
Real Madrid have
Martinez steals point for Inter at Sociedad
LAUTARO MARTINEZ struck late to snatch
last season’s Champions League runners-up
Inter Milan a 1-1 draw at Real Sociedad
yesterday, denying the Spanish side a
triumphant return to the competition after
a decade away.
Brais Mendez’s early goal split the sides
in San Sebastian for most of the night but
the hosts spurned several opportunities to
build on their lead in an intense showing
that left Simone Inzaghi’s team bruised but
not beaten.
The Basque side’s performance was all
the more notable given Inter’s 5-1 derby
thrashing of rivals AC Milan on Saturday
which kept them top of Serie A.
Only Martinez’s cool finish after 87
minutes rescued the Italian side from a
travel to Naples in their next fixture early
next month.
And the Italian champions will need to
be more clinical in front of goal against one
of the tournament favourites after missing
a host of first-half opportunities and
allowing Braga back into the match.
Napoli could have been leading Braga,
in the Champions League group stage for
the first time since 2012, by three or four
goals by the break.
And in the end they had to be thankful
that Pizzi’s stoppage-time effort somehow
stayed out after crashing onto the inside of
Alex Meret’s near post.
Garcia has a difficult job following on
from Italy boss Luciano Spalletti, who quit
Napoli in the close season after winning
their first league title since 1990.
And yesterday’s win, the only one for an
Italian team this week, will be welcomed by
the Frenchman after a bumpy start to the
campaign which has Napoli fifth in Serie A.
– AFP
only failed to score in one of their last 68
home matches in the Champions League,
and on few occasions at the
Santiago Bernabeu
have they seemed as
toothless as in the
first half.
Perhaps it
should have
been no
surprise, with
veteran Italian
defender
Leonardo
Bonucci
making his
debut at the
back for the
visitors.
“The idea was to be
patient and we have
been too
setback at the start of their Champions
League campaign.
“I’m not satisfied because we did not
play as we planned,” Martinez told Amazon
Prime TV.
“We had a lot of troubles in the first half
because we were facing a team who
pressed us very high and we had difficulties
to build from the back.”
He continued: “We did not play well but
it was important to avoid defeat at least
because the group would have become
more complicated.”
Real Sociedad may have waited 10 years
to get back into the Champions League, but
it only took them four minutes to go ahead.
The hosts pressed defender Alessandro
Bastoni high to win the ball back on the
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* SPORTS
RESULTS
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
GROUP A: Galatasaray 2 (Boey 86, Tete
88) Copenhagen 2 (Elyounoussi 35,
Goncalves 58), Bayern Munich 4 (Sane
28, Gnabry 32, Kane 53-pen, Tel 90+2)
Manchester United 3 (Hojlund 49,
Casemiro 88, 90+5).
GROUP B: Sevilla 1 (Ocampos 9) Lens 1
(Fulgini 24), Arsenal 4 (Saka 8, Trossard 20,
Jesus 38, Odegaard 70) PSV Eindhoven 0.
GROUP C: Real Madrid 1 (Bellingham
90+4) Union Berlin 0, Braga 1 (Bruma
84) Napoli 2 (Di Lorenzo 45+1, Niakate 88-
og).
GROUP D: Real Sociedad 1 (Mendez 4)
Inter Milan 1 (Martinez 87), Benfica 0
Salzburg 2 (Simic 15-pen, Gloukh 51).
CONFERENCE LEAGUE
GROUP A: Lille 2 Olimpija Ljubljana 0.
ENGLISH CHAMPIONSHIP: Watford 2
West Brom 2, Blackburn 1 Sunderland 3,
Huddersfield 2 Stoke 2, Hull 0 Leeds 0,
Millwall 3 Rotherham 0, Norwich 0
Leicester 2.
patient. They are matches like that, which can
be classified as traps,” Ancelotti said via
madrisuniversal.com
“We have the memory of the game vs
Sheriff. In this type of match, it is worthwhile
to avoid cons.
“(Antonio) Rudiger’s game was
outstanding and we did well at the back
because we didn’t suffer,” he added
Union Berlin were living on a knife-edge
in the final stages, with Joselu swinging a leg
at Bellingham’s cross to direct the ball
fractionally wide with Ronnow beaten.
Eventually Bellingham decided the game,
in the right place at the right time as a
deflected Fede Valverde strike fell his way in
the box.
“I’m disappointed, we were a minute away
from taking a point so you can understand
that, but on the other hand I’m very proud of
my team’s result, they did everything
possible,” said Berlin coach Fischer.
“Football is fair – in the 95 minutes Real
Madrid clearly ‘won’, but it hurts too if they
take your point away in the last minute,
because in defence we played well.”
Madrid’s 20-year-old midfield
master Bellingham took Zinedine
Zidane’s No. 5 shirt when he arrived,
but so far his goals have turned him
into Madrid’s de facto Karim
Benzema replacement.
“We have the luck that he’s here
playing with us and I hope he keeps
scoring a lot of goals,” defender Nacho told
Movistar.
“It was a complete game, we had a lot of
shots, the one thing we had to do was to be
aware of their counter attacks – we’re very
happy.” – AFP
edge of the box, with Mendez sweeping it
home stylishly.
Inter managed to calm the game down
but could not find the net until the final
stages when substitute Davide Frattesi’s
raking pass found Martinez, who smashed
home.
“We faced a very strong side tonight, we
knew it, and we did well to remain in the
game despite playing badly thanks to our
goalkeeper,” admitted Inzaghi.
“We were up against a worthy opponent.
We didn’t play well, we suffered, but we did
well to stay in the match.”
“It was our our first match (in the
competition), we’ll take this point. We saw
firsthand what I already said, that Real
Sociedad are a good team.” – AFP/Agencies
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Onana owns up
D
EVASTATED goalkeeper Andre
Onana said he let the team down
with his costly mistake at the start
Goalkeeper takes responsibility for Man Utd’s defeat in Munich
of Manchester United’s Champions mistakes because it’s the only thing to do.” to support him on the pitch, not only in life, take a look at ourselves in the mirror.”
League loss to Bayern Munich. Ten Hag did not sugarcoat things we have to help him. As for Bayern, they were far from their free
Erik ten Hag’s side suffered a fourth loss in when asked about Onana’s “But it doesn’t only count for Andre, it flowing best but Thomas Tuchel – banned
five matches as a bright start in Bavaria went error in the press conference, counts for all the players on the pitch. from the touchline – was happy with the
up in smoke with the summer signing but made clear it is about They have to understand they are in the result.
somehow letting a Leroy Sane shot squirm the team rather than an same boat and they have to be on the “It is a deserved win,” the ex-Chelsea boss
home. individual. same page to get results.” said. “Every win in the Champions League is
Bayern quickly added a second through “I think he shows that Ten Hag said people should “not a big point.
Serge Gnabry and never relinquished control he takes responsibility make it bigger than it is” and is sure “Every win against Manchester United is a
of the Group A opener, with Harry Kane and shows personality Onana will bounce back from the big point. We didn’t have the rhythm that we
scoring a penalty straight after Rasmus and the personality he clanger as attention turns to Sunday’s wanted and in the phase after we made it 3-1
Hojlund had pulled one back after half-time. needs to get in high levels,” (3am Malaysian time) Premier we could have killed the game off. But we
Casemiro scored either side of Mathys the United boss said. League trip to Burnley. reacted well to every setback.” – The
Tel’s stoppage-time strike in a dramatic “But that’s not only “When you score three Independent
conclusion to a 4-3 defeat that glum Onana about him, it’s about goals in Munich you have to
took responsibility for. the team’s take at least a point, which
“It’s difficult,” the Cameroon international performance, we didn’t,” the Dutchman
said. “It’s difficult to lose this way because I so we have said. “We have to
think in the beginning we started very good
and after my mistake we lost control of the
game.
“It’s a difficult situation for us, for me
especially because I’m the one who let the
team down. But the team were good, very
good, but because of me we didn’t win the
game.
“I am happy for the work of the team and
we just have to move on. This is life of the
goalkeeper and if we didn’t win today it’s
because of me.”
Onana requested to face the media
after the game and was clearly cut up
about his error in the first half, which he
said was “the key point” in the loss.
“I have to learn from it and be strong,
move on,” the former Inter Milan player told
TNT Sports.
“It’s not an easy situation but I’m very
happy for the comeback of the team. We were
fighting until the end, but I have to recognise
because of me we didn’t win.
“I have a lot to prove because, to be
honest, my start in Manchester is not so
good, not how I want.
“Play how I play today is one of my worst
games and it’s difficult because we have big
ambition, we are a very big club and we want
to win everything.
“It was a big opportunity for us to bounce Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes
back after the situation we are facing. It’s (left) and Bayern Munich’s Kim Min-jae vie
tough, a tough time.
for the ball during their Champions
“We have to be together, we have to
continue what we are doing, learn from our League Group A match. – AFPPIX

Arteta hails ‘beautiful night’ as Gunners fire Champions League warning

ARSENAL had waited six years for named by Mikel Arteta. anthem they had waited so long to when we earned the right to be in on that than any part.”
the Champions League to return to Around him, Arsenal purred. Saka hear began. this competition which is where we Amongst an array of standout
the Emirates – and there will be and Trossard superb on the flanks, It was followed by a silence as have to be as a club. Now we have performances for Arteta’s team,
many more nights here this season Kai Havertz looking a little less lost they soaked it in, and a roar to produce what we have to Havertz enjoyed possibly the best
should they continue to play like in midfield, even as the outstanding afterwards. Odegaard simply produce to stay at this level.” display of his early Arsenal career.
this. Martin Odegaard continued to show nodded, as if to say that Arsenal After watching his side struggle There had been signs of
A triumphant return to European the levels there are still to reach. were ready for this moment. at times to break down opponents frustration from home supporters
football’s top table was made The Norwegian would add “It was a beautiful night after who have set up defensively against towards the £65 million (RM377m)
possible by a blistering attacking Arsenal’s fourth in the second half such a long time,” Arteta said after them in the Premier League this summer signing during recent
display that blew PSV apart. with a fizzing low strike from the the win. “We wanted to produce the season, Arteta was particularly games at the Emirates, but he was
The Dutch visitors offered little edge of the box. right performance to win the game. pleased with the way his attack instrumental in the team’s fluent
opposition, but Arsenal’s front three But Arteta’s selection created a It was great to see the atmosphere effectively killed the contest off attacking rhythm as he finally
were too good: all of Bukayo Saka, front five which clicked playing and the Champions League music. before the break, taking advantage looked at home in an Arsenal shirt.
Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Jesus together for the first time this “Everyone was getting a bit of a more open game than they “Yeah, he was really connected
scoring in the first half to set the season, producing by far Arsenal’s emotional before it. We showed in have been used to domestically. today in the game,” said Arteta.
Gunners towards a comfortable most complete and dominant both boxes today I think we were “(It was) very good,” he said. “It’s true I asked him to play two
opening victory in Group B. performance of the campaign so far. exceptional. That was the difference “That’s what we have to do. That’s different roles in regards to the
Gabrie Jesus led from the front That it came in the Champions today, I think. why I mentioned that in the box we behaviours of the opponents and
on his first start of the season; the League was fitting; in their first “I was (emotional), yeah. I was were exceptional today, we were he’s so intelligent that he does it.
player in the Arsenal squad with the match in the competition since really excited about it. I wanted to ruthless, we took our chances. “It’s just finishing one or two
most experience in this competition 2017, this was a night to perform. control and not show that too much, “(It) was top. And as well we actions that we had but it’s coming
showing how it was done as he tied Around the Emirates, there was a but I was really excited. could have done more. Probably as and he’s so willing to do it.” – The
together an attacking line-up tingle of excitement when the “The journey started last year managers we are looking a bit more Independent
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