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Our strong reserves will be translated into development for the benefit of citizens Dato’ Seri Dato' Menteri Besar FULL REPORT PG �

Selangor's �� years of Merdeka economy strong and we will be free and growing 10

At the Selangor State Assembly

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KUALA LUMPUR - Petronas’ prof- and external demand that will its for the 2nd quarter of 2016 lead to reduced revenue and #TangkapMO� dropped by 85% in the wake of pressure on the ringgit. low oil prices as the company re- has also been rocked corded a net profit of RM1.62 bil- with a financial scandal following SHAH ALAM - The Pakatan Ha- . porters, including the three-day lion in the quarter compared to allegations that billions of ring- rapan Presidential Council has also urged remand of three student activ- RM11.07 billion the year before. git were embezzled from a state- expressed its all citizens who love jus- ists who organised a #Tangkap- Petronas issued a statement owned investment fund founded support for tice and truth to partici- MO1 roadshow. stating company revenues were by Malaysia’s prime minister. the #Tang- pate and support the Nine non-governmental or- at RM48.44 billion, a 21% drop Earlier this month, Malaysia’s kapMO1 programme. ganisations also voiced their compared to the same period in economic growth was at 4% for programme “We are confident support for the programme and 2015. the period of April to June - the organised and believe that the issued a statement urging the Petronas expects to be affect- lowest growth rate since being at by youth youth and students’ police to cooperate with organ- ed by uncertain oil prices for the 1.1% during the global economic and univer- effort will bring about isers to allow the programme to remainder of the year. crisis in 2009. sity students a positive result that be conducted in a peaceful and “Although crude oil prices Last month, Malaysia an- that will take may help solve the safe manner in accordance with have recovered slightly, oversup- nounced an interest rate cut for place on Au- mystery of ‘Malaysian their rights contained in Article ply and a weak market will ensure the first time in seven years. gust 27 in Official 1’,” the council 10 of the Federal Constitution. uncertainty continues,” the state- Oil prices also fell on the stock announced in a me- “We, who are part of the civil ment read. market due to oversupply, drop- dia statement. society, welcome the initiative Malaysia’s economy is the third ping more than 20% and closing The media state- shown by the students who have largest in Southeast Asia, but it is at US$40 a barrel for the first time ment was jointly organised the #TangkapMO1 ral- now faced with falling oil prices since April. made by KEADILAN ly out of concern of the country’s President Datuk Seri Dr future,” the statement said. , The nine NGOs that issued the DAP Acting National Chair- statement are SUARAM, Bersih man Tan Kok Wai and AMA- 2.0, Centre to Combat Corrup- NAH President Mohamad tion and Cronyism (C4), Pusat Sabu. KOMAS, Lawyers for Liberty, Per- The council also objects to satuan Kebangsaan Hak Asasi the intimidation and threats Manusia (HAKAM), Association made by the authorities against of Women Lawyers (AWL), Em- programme organisers and sup- power and IKRAM. Public dissatisfied over PTPTN decision to reduce loans DRB-Hicom may sell

SHAH ALAM - The National High- haviour of a minority of borrow- certain economic situation. entire stake in Proton er Education Fund’s (PTPTN) re- ers. She said that it would cause cent decision to reduce student He said the reduction would students from the lower-income KUALA LUMPUR - DRB-HICOM Seri Idris Jala, the CEO of the loans has created dissatisfaction affect students’ dreams of fur- group to give up on their educa- Bhd is reported to be expect- Performance Management and among affected students and thering their studies. tion, adding that PTPTN should ing as many as seven bids for Delivery Unit, which is moni- their families. “It is undeniable that there are also refrain from blaming former Proton Holdings Bhd by August toring Proton’s turnaround. PTPTN Chairman Datuk Sham- former students who deliberately students who failed to repay their and may divest its entire stake The move sends a strong sul Anuar Nasarah made a an- choose not to repay their loans loans within the stipulated pe- in the national car manufac- message that Proton’s disposal nouncement stating that the and there are also those who re- riod. turer. is firmly on course although any fund was unable to provide full pay, but perhaps not according “PTPTN should be reminded Such a move would have decision will have to be pre- loans due to the low loan repay- to the agreed conditions. that not all former students have a positive impact on DRB-Hi- sented by a special task force ment rate among existing PTPTN “That said, this should not be successfully found jobs. Some com’s finances, regardless of headed by Datuk Seri Idris Jala, borrowers. made into an issue that burdens have higher salaries while others the consequent political fall- the CEO of the Performance A survey by SelangorKini new students. The authorities are just barely surviving. out. Management and Delivery found that most were should have done something to “PTPTN should perhaps review According to a report by The Unit, tasked with monitoring against the decision. ensure that these students are the payments or the interest be- Edge Malaysia Weekly, DRB- Proton’s turnaround. Jauhariatul Akmal Johar, a not affected by this issue,” he said. cause it seems quite high,” she Hicom has advised key stake- While many may interpret 30-year-old lecturer, said that it Meanwhile, student Ita Liana said. holders of the possibility that Proton’s divestment as an af- was unfair to students who have Talha, 21, was of the opinion that Retiree Rashid Sitra, 66, felt Proton will be wholly disposed front to national honour, for to deal with reduced loans just the loan reduction should not that PTPTN should not risk the fu- of in a process that will only be the company itself, a new because of the irresponsible be- take place during the current un- ture of students needlessly. completed by the first quarter shareholder – one with the He said that parents would of next year. right technological and finan- certainly rely on the loan to bear The article quoted a source cial support, along with disci- the cost of their children’s educa- saying, “They (DRB-Hicom) plined restructuring – could tion and to them, it represented have made it clear that they very well lead it to its eventual the foundation to a good career. are willing to sell up to 100% turnaround. “Perhaps they should consider of Proton. Of course, how much other mechanisms. There might they sell will depend on the not be a ‘best way’ to do things. proposals and prices they re- There must be other alternatives. ceive. The important thing is “Borrowers should realise that that the door is now open.” the loan is a debt that they have Note that any decision will to repay. This will enable others have to be presented to the to enjoy this benefit,” he said. special task force led by Datuk Main SelangorKini August 2016 3 Budget ����: Focused on beneficial development BY AFIX REDZUAN that the aim can be realised the rakyat’s burden. the Silver Jubilee Hall recently. state government has success- with the state’s strong financial “We will translate our strong Also present was Klang Mu- fully presented balanced bud- SHAH ALAM – The 2017 Selan- reserves. reserves into continuous devel- nicipal Council Yang Diper- gets without any additional re- gor Budget will focus on devel- “I have already informed the opment that will bring benefits tua Datuk Mohamad Yasid Bi- visions for three years. opment aspects that will bene- Treasury and the State Eco- to Selangor citizens,” he said din, Selangor State Assembly In addition, the state gov- fit the rakyat and Selangorians nomic Planning Unit (UPEN) during the Selangor Govern- Speaker and Se- ernment also introduced the alike. that in the current economic ment Departments’ Monthly As- langor State Secretary Datuk concept of increasing devel- Dato’ Menteri Besar, Dato’ condition, the state govern- sembly and the Jalur Gemilang Mohd Amin Ahmad Ahya. opment expenditure and low- Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali said ment is responsible to reduce Flag Flying Campaign Launch at According to records, the ering administration expendi- ‘Selangorku: Sehati Sejiwa’ Optimistic no - Selangor’s Merdeka Day Theme supplementary budget required

SHAH ALAM - The State Government is optimistic that no supplementary bud- get will be required due to its accurate strategic planning and forecasting. Dato’ Menteri Besar, Dato’ Seri Mo- hamed Azmin Ali said proper planning ensured that state funds are spent wisely without deficit. “We do not want to present the bud- get in October just to get a positive re- ception. However, it is due to our commitment to ensure that we do not present any supplementary budget that led to the actual 2017 budget to be in deficit,” he said during the 2017 Budget Roundtable Discussion with professional figures, in- dustry players and policy makers at the Shah Alam Convention Centre on Au- gust 15. In 2015, the State Government man- aged to consistently bring down admin- istration costs and increased develop- SHAH ALAM - ‘Selangorku: Sehati Sejiwa’ Silver Jubilee Hall, Sultan Salahuddin Abdul stilled through punishment but through ment expenditure to ensure a multipler has been chosen as the Merdeka Day theme Aziz Shah Building on August 22. the spirit of independence as stated by the effect from the positive developments in in Selangor, reflecting the harmonious spirit He also presented the Jalur Gemilang to country’s Father of Independence, the late Selangor. that exists between the State and the Fed- the Selangor state department and agency Tunku Abdul Rahman. Throughout Mohamed Azmin’s ad- eral Governments. heads during the event. “I would like to remind that patriotism ministration, the State Government has Dato’ Menteri Besar, Dato’ Seri Mohamed At the same time, Mohamed Azmin com- cannot be enforced through pressure and not announced any supplementary bud- Azmin Ali made the announcement during mented on a minister’s statement urging punishment. get, unlike the Federal Government un- the Selangor Government Departments’ local authorities to enforce the flying of the “Patriotism demands responsibility and der the Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Monthly Assembly and the Launch of the Jalur Gemilang at business premises. integrity and not robbing our nation’s trea- Razak, who made adjustments to the na- Jalur Gemilang Flag Flying Campaign at the He said that patriotism cannot be in- sures,” he said. tion’s 2016 Budget. Funds for new mosque ready SHAH ALAM – The Selangor Government struction of mosques in Selangor, and not only has allocated funds to build a new mosque for Seksyen 24 only,” he said. to meet the needs of the Muslim residents at He spoke regarding the issue after perform- Seksyen 24. ing Friday prayers at the Al-Ehsan Mosque to- Dato’ Menteri Besar, Dato’ Seri Mohamed Az- gether with residents of Sekyen 24 on August min Ali, however, said that there were several 19. issues left to be resolved including the suitable There is a need to build a new mosque for land requirements. the use of Muslim residents in Seksyen 24 as ex- “There were previously some issues with the isting mosques are too small. site because the present site might not be able Seksyen 24 Mosque Nazir, Baharuddin to accomodate the new mosque due to its size. Dawam, meanwhile said that the suggested “After this issue is resolved, we will consider new mosque would be built on a 2 hectare area the necessary funds to be alloted to the Selan- near the Warga Emas Complex owned by non- gor Islamic Religious Department for the con- governmental organisation Prihatin. Current 4 SelangorKini August 2016 Smart Selangor attracts private sector participation SHAH ALAM - Menteri Besar In- mad Tahir said the private sector the Shah Alam Convention Cen- “We have gathered the private Smart Selangor is a develop- corporated (MBI) has received seemed interested in developing tre. sector from various fields, includ- ment agenda focused on the positive feedback from the pri- joint policies, judging from the The workshop enables various ing administration management, rakyat championed by the Selan- vate sector expressing their wish participation of the “Smart Selan- parties, including the private sec- digital infrastructure develop- gor government. to participate and share their gor: Expression Of Interest Brief- tor, to make the Smart Selangor ment, waste management, trans- Its philosophy focuses on views on the development of the ing Smart Transport & Mobility” agenda a success. port management and mobility. strengthening social inclusion, Smart Selangor programme pio- workshop. He said that the views and sug- “Emphasis on these fields are communication and active in- neered by the Selangor Govern- “We estimated around 160 gestions made by the private sec- based on findings and requests volvement at every level of so- ment. participants but we exceeded tor during the workshop would from various parties, including ciety. It also addresses the chal- MBI Programme Management the number, so we are certainly be used in the development of government agencies and the lenges of urbanisation by using Head Mohamad Suhaimi Moha- proud,” he said to SelangorKini at the agenda, including its budget. public,” he said. technology as a key enabler. Green technology focused on sustainable development SHAH ALAM - Selangor is now a major The action plan is implemented to en- player in Malaysia where green technology sure a balance in human development and is concerned. physical progress, based on sustainable Dato’ Menteri Besar, Dato’ Seri Mohamed growth created in the state. Azmin Ali said the initiative is driven by the This effort ultimately places Selangor 2016-2018 green technology action plan, as the only state that promotes the use of including using electric vehicles across the electric vehicles by providing 53 vehicle state. charger units. “We are ensuring that the State Govern- Meanwhile, Tourism, Environment, ment focuses on green technology and ef- Green Technology and Consumer Affairs forts to reduce carbon consumption. Exco Elizabeth Wong said the use of green “What we are doing are positive initia- technology in Selangor is continuously tives, and encourages the use of the latest promoted. technology,” he said. This includes the initiative to use electric He was speaking to reporters at the buses involving several local authorities 2016-2018 Selangor State Green Technolo- across the state. gy Action Plan and Electric Vehicle Charger She said that the programme’s effective- (ChargEV) Launching Ceremony on August ness will enable a holistic reduction in car- 2, at the Bangunan Annex compound. bon consumption. KEADILAN launches HEAP to Rural development physical assist student appeals roadmap will solve rural issues PETALING JAYA - KEADILAN has launched quarters, he said the IPTA students’ intake SHAH ALAM - The state’s Town and a Higher Education Complaint and Advi- in 2016 totaling 39,862 was the lowest Rural Planning Department (JPBD) is We identify the criteria sory Portal (HEAP) to assist students who since 2013. actively conducting physical research of areas categorised failed to get offers from He said the decline is be- to ensure its urban planning system is as rural areas, and public institutions of lieved to be related to the more structured and consistent. higher education (IPTA) or significant IPTA budget cuts Director Rizuan Arshad said the re- conduct a more who were offered courses in the 2016 Budget. search, which had been conducted detailed literal study not of their choice. “The budget cut is due since May 1 and will continue un- KEADILAN Strategic to mismanaged economics til April 30, 2017, focuses on Director said under the Prime Minister, a the social study of the RIZUAN ARSHAD the website is open to all result of his failure to con- progress of rural com- Director JPBD post-STPM (or equiva- trol the country’s debts in munities. lent) students who want addition to other scandals He said the State He was speaking dur- to complain to KEADILAN such as 1MDB. Government must ing the 2017 Budget MPs. “Many IPTAs are now in create a more specific Round Table Discussion “They just have to fill a state of budget-crisis,” he plan to increase the presentation session, held up a complaint form on said. pace of development at the Shah Alam Conven- the HEAP website at heap. In the 2016 Budget, the and the construction of tion Centre. keadilanrakyat.org. Federal Government cut 16.48% of IPTA traditional villages across Islamic Religious Affairs, Ma- “Upon receiving the student’s com- budget allocation to RM7.31 billion for the state. lay Customs and Heritage, Rural and plaint, we will collect data we receive for 2016. “We identify the criteria of areas cat- Traditional Villages Development Exco analysis,” he said. This is a decrease of RM1.44 billion com- egorised as rural areas, and conduct a Dato’ Dr Ahmad Yunus Hairi welcomed Sim said appeals to HEAP are only an pared to RM8.75 billion in 2015. more detailed literal study. the recommendation and said that the additional means and the closing date for “KEADILAN’s viewpoint is education for “We also identify the distribution State Government is optimistic in pro- complaint submission is August 22, 2016. the young generation is of utmost impor- and location of state rural land on gov- moting rural development, complete However, students are required to ap- tance for the nation’s development. ernment or private land based on ‘lots’, with the best amenities and facilities. peal first to UPU through their website upu. “The Government should increase the in the form of a written report and “We can study and view from the mohe.gov.my before the said date. IPTA budget as it is a wise investment,” he supported by land utilisation plans,” angle of economic diversity, and come In a press conference at KEADILAN head- said. he said. up with an effective plan,” he said. Local SelangorKini August 2016 5 MPK collects RM��,��� from premises for failure to comply with chair permit

KLANG - The Klang Munici- nesses placed chairs and tables pal Council (MPK) managed to outside their premises without collect at least RM10,000 from MPK’s permit. temporary permits involving 25 Nevertheless, all premises premises in Bukit Raja in a re- involved cooperated well and cent operation. adhered to the enforcement ac- MPK Secretary Adi Faizal Ah- tion. mad Tarmizi said all the prem- “This is proactive action on ises had failed to comply with the part of MPK, to monitor and chair permit guidelines. check to ensure that food prem- “As such, MPK placed stickers ises comply with set guidelines. on the tables and gave them a “Besides checking their per- month to apply for the neces- mits, we also gave advice on sary permit. cleanliness and other permits “The permit is based on the that they would need. number of tables outside the “We welcome any traders premises, for example RM1 for who are putting their chairs and each table a day,” he said during tables outside their premises, the operation. whom we have yet to visit, to Adi Faizal also said that apply for the necessary permits throughout the three-day oper- at our licensing department,” he ation, he found that many busi- said.

��� receive Selangor state awards SIC, PKNS focus on BY HAFIZAN TAIB Sabak Bernam and Sepang. him Raduan and Abdul Rashid During the event, His Maj- Saman headed the 36 PPC re- developing RM��� million SHAH ALAM - His Royal High- esty presented the Pingat Pe- cipients. ness the Sultan of Selangor, kerti Terpilih (PPT) award to 22 His Majesty continued award- Selangor Cyber Valley Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah recipients, Pingat Perkhidmatan ing PJK and PPS to the remaining awarded 184 recipients with Se- Cemerlang Selangor (PPC) (36), group of recipients until the end SHAH ALAM - Selangor Industri- million. langor state awards at the Sultan Pingat Jasa Kebaktian (PJK) (104) of the event. al Corporation (SIC) is now more “SIC plans to work closely with Abdul Aziz Silver Jubilee Hall on and Pingat Perkhidmatan Selan- Dato’ Menteri Besar, Dato’ Seri focused on its RM200 million de- PKNS to reassess the cost should August 17. gor (PPS) (22). Mohamed Azmin Ali was also velopment programme in Selan- there be any changes in the fu- Held to honour His Majesty’s Heading the list of PPT recipi- present. gor Cyber Valley, Cyberjaya. ture. 70th Birthday Celebration, the ents were Sub Inspector Zakaria His Majesty also graced the Managing Director Ir Zulkefli “As of now, the plan is still in bestowal of awards saw recipi- Ab Razak, Abdul Qayyum Manan event of August 16, to award the Khalid said that SIC is now collab- the pipeline and implementation ents for the districts of Hulu Se- Mustafa, Ghazali Ab Wahab and same medals to 194 recipients orating with Selangor State De- details will be decided later,” he langor, Gombak, Hulu Langat, others. from the Petaling and Klang dis- velopment Corporation (PKNS) said to SelangorKini. Kuala Langat, Kuala Selangor, Abdol Lajis Ariffin, Abdul Ra- tricts. to improve access to facilities in He was speaking at the New rural areas. SIC Headquarters Launching Cer- “The Selangor Cyber Valley is emony in Vista Alam, Seksyen 14. an industrial development proj- The new SIC complex will be Pasalewa encourages a charitable society ect under PKNS that provides enable SIC to perform its role in KLANG - The Flea Market Day lamic District Office (PAID), aims “This programme will be ex- high-tech commercial buildings strengthening the state’s econo- Programme (Pasalewa) with its to encourage a charitable soci- panded in the future because it in the area. my. ‘Donate to Charity’ concept in- ety by donating used but use- benefits donors and mosques “This development is designed The complex, located in Shah volving mosques around Klang able items directly to mosques besides being a platform that to attract foreign investors into Alam City Centre, has many ame- has received good response through waqaf. encourages a charitable society. Selangor through the best avail- nities and facilities for its work- from locals. He said the proceeds from “Cooperation from PAID and able infrastructure and facilities force. Klang Municipal Council sales will be donated to the mosques have helped to ensure provided by SIC. “This is not just a normal trans- (MPK) Yang Di Pertua Datuk Mo- mosque and a various assort- the success of this charitable ef- “Based on the current land fer, the move focuses us on sup- hamad Yasid Bidin said that the ment of items were successful- fort and it will be expanded to valuation in Cyberjaya, the esti- porting the State Government’s MPK-sponsored programme, ly collected, including clothes, other mosques soon,” he said in mated cost until 2017 is RM200 economic policy,” he said. with the cooperation of the Is- bags, shoes and toys. a statement. Second Sitting, Fourth Term of the 13th Selangor State Assembly 6 Reports by: Nazli Ibrahim, Lizawati Madfa, Norhayati Umor dan Ermizi Muhamad Photos by: Asri Sapfie & Shuaib Ayob Service sector increases by ���.�% THE contribution of the service cluding the tourism industry, to sector the Selangor’s economy Selangor in 2015,” she said at the in 2015 increased by 111.5% Selangor State Assembly on Au- compared to 2009, said Tourism, gust 2. Environment, Technology and She was answering a question Consumer Affairs Exco Elizabeth by Khasim Abdul Aziz (PAS-Lem- Wong. bah Jaya) regarding the tourism She said that the service sec- sector in the state. tor contributed RM67.8 million Elizabeth said that the service to Selangor’s economy and the sector includes utility services, amount increased to RM143.3 transport, storage and communi- million in 2015. cation, wholesale and retail trad- “According to the Selangor ing as well as hospitality and res- Economic Report 2014/2015, taurants. New licenses for 59.4% from Selangor’s Gross Do- “These activities show that mestic Product (GDP) is from the services in the tourism industry’s closed entertainment service sector. economy are closely linked to the “This shows the great contri- economic growth and income of premises will not be bution by the service sector, in- the state,” she said. approved Wedding incentive benefits for ENTERTAINMENT premises there are a total of 21 li- that have been closed will censed gambling premises �,��� youths not have the opportunity to in this state,” he said in re- apply for new licenses. sponse to a question from Local Government, New Datuk Johan Abdul Aziz (BN- Village Development and Ille- Semenyih). gal Factory Legalisation Exco Hian Wah said that as of Ean Yong Hian Wah said the June 2016, there were a total matter is still being discussed of 1,293 gambling operators and will be decided soon. who were penalised while He said the State Govern- one operator was punished ment took the issue of illegal under the Crime Prevention entertainment premises and Act 1959. gambling centres seriously “In 2015, there were a total and that action will be taken, of 4,541 operators penalised together in cooperation with under Section 4B (a) Open local authorities. Gambling House Act 1953, “However, a more effective State Entertainment and En- way to control illegal gam- tertainment Premise Enact- bling centres would be to ment 1995 and Section 3 of cooperate with the police to the Health and Beauty Cen- enforce the Crime Prevention tres By-Law 2007 as well as Act 1959. Section 3 of the Local Gov- “Based on police records, ernment Act,” he said.

EDITORIAL BOARD ADVISOR: Editorial Advisory Board CHIEF EDITOR: Cecelia Alphonsus EDITOR: Mike Tan ASSISTANT EDITOR: Afeeqa Afeera SUB EDITOR: Tan Su Anne JOURNALISTS: Hafizan Taib: [email protected], Nazli Ibrahim: [email protected], Afix Redzuan: [email protected], A total of 6,180 youths benefited tive of Pembangunan Berkualiti centive was introduced in 2013, a Lizawati Madfa: [email protected], from the Youth Marriage Incen- Rakyat Dipeduli. total of RM11.3 million has been Norhayati Umor: [email protected], tive Programme with an alloca- “This is also an initiative for spent and over 26,000 youths Syasya Sufian : [email protected] Ermizi Muhamad : [email protected] tion of RM3.09 million as of April the welfare of households and have benefited from it. TRANSLATOR: Diara Daud 2016. families in Selangor,” he said at In 2013, there were 5,952 par- MARKETING & ADVERTISING: Youth, Sports, Culture and En- the Selangor State Assembly on ticipants and an allocation of Budi Setyawan : [email protected] | 013 399 2848 trepreneur Development Exco August 2. RM1.19 million. The following PHOTOGRAPHER: Asri Sapfie, Raheemie Arifin & Shuaib Ayob said of that num- He was responding to a ques- year, the number increased to GRAPHIC & LAYOUT: Unit Grafik CCSB ber, 3,802 youth were Muslims tion by Hulu Kelang Assembly- 6,451 participants (RM3.2 mil- Aras 2, Carlton Holiday Hotel & Suites, No 1, Persiaran, Akuatik 13/43, and 2,378 were non-Muslims. man Saari Sungib regarding the lion) and in 2015, it increased to Seksyen 13, 40100, Shah Alam, Selangor “This incentive scheme for programme. 7,555 participants (RM3.7 mil- Tel : 03-5523 4856 Faks : 03-5523 5856 Emel: [email protected] youth is in line with the objec- Amiruddin said since the in- lion). Second Sitting, Fourth Term of the 13th Selangor State Assembly Reports by: Nazli Ibrahim, Lizawati Madfa, Norhayati Umor dan Ermizi Muhamad 7 Photos by: Asri Sapfie & Shuaib Ayob MB: State’s reserve at RM�.�� billion

THE state’s financial reserve is in a stable position at RM3.95 million. Dato’ Menteri Besar, Dato’ Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali said the current reserve is a 21.24% increase, compared to RM3.258 mil- RM�.� million allocation lion recorded in December 31, 2015. He added that the amount was based on for Smart Selangor data collected on July 15, 2016. He was responding to (DAP – Damansara Utama), who requested for the Food Stamp state’s current financial reserve status. A total of RM2.1 million has been allocated in 2016 to help Mohamed Azmin (KEADILAN-Bukit An- 5,600 poor families through the Smart Selangor Food Stamp tarabangsa) said that Selangor’s reserve in- Programme. creased to its current status from RM1.6 bil- Health, Welfare, Women and Family Development Exco Dr lion in 2010. Daroyah Alwi said RM156,800 was also spent as administra- “The State’s reserve was RM1.9 billion in tion costs consisting of logistics, delivery and workers. 2011, RM2.6 billion in 2012, RM2.9 billion in “The value of goods supplied to recipients is exclusive of 2013, RM3.2 billion in 2014 and RM3.3 bil- administration costs, which is being handled by HIJRAH Se- lion in 2015,” he said. langor. He also said that as of July 15, 2016, “We know that the citizens have the right to receive aid as the State Government had spent a total per the value specified without any hidden costs,” she said at of RM756.45 million in operational costs, the Selangor State Assembly. which is 52% of the 2016 State Budget. She was responding to questions from Hulu Kelang As- He also added that the State Govern- semblyman Saari Sungib regarding the programme. ment paid a total of RM15.74 million for Daroyah said every family received RM50 value of aid con- Goods and Service Tax (GST) as of Decem- sisting of six basic food items. ber 31, 2015. “These items are a unit of rice weighing 10 kg, 2kg of “In 2016, from January 1 to June 31, the cooking oil, 1kg each of sugar and flour, 400 grams of mee State Government paid a total of RM10.2 hoon and two units of 500 grams condensed milk,” she said. million for GST,” he said. BNM urged to ease loan condi- ��,8�� abandoned houses tions regarding PTPTN blacklists saved since ���8

THE Selangor Housing Property Board Rumah Selangorku developers who refuse AS many as 64 abandoned housing proj- buyers’ property rights are secure. (LPHS) has applied to Bank Negara Ma- to proceed with construction although ap- ects involving 29,811 residential units He said that confiscation of property laysia (BNM) to ease the conditions set for provals have been granted. were saved by the Selangor government can be made if the provisions of the Na- housing loan borrowers in the state who He added that there are 14 approved from March 2008 till June 2016. tional Land Act 1965 were violated such have been blacklisted. Rumah Selangorku projects, con- Housing, Building Management and as failure to pay land tax under Section Housing, Building Management and sisting of 20,008 housing units, Urban Settlement Exco Dato' Iskandar 100 of the act and violation of terms un- Urban Settlement Exco Dato’ Iskandar Ab- of which only one project has Abdul Samad said the completed proj- der Section 129. dul Samad said that more than half of the been completed; 11 proj- ects were problems left by the previ- “We help buyers establish a commit- state’s housing loan applicants have been ects are still work-in-prog- ous administration. tee so that action can be taken in accor- rejected due to being blacklisted by the ress and two more He said that the state government dance with local authorities and with at National Higher Education Fund Corpora- projects have has not issued any new ownership for least 85% of buyers’ approval. tion (PTPTN). yet to be de- any abandoned projects till now. “LPHS also issues confirmation let- He added that this has caused issues for veloped. At the same time, Iskandar ters regarding the abandoned projects those wanting to buy houses, particularly said that the Selangor Hous- so that buyers can deal with banks to under the Rumah Selangorku programme, ing Property Board (LPHS) restructure or reduce their monthly pay- the affordable state housing project. would take enforcement ments,” he said. “If in one project, 60% of buyers’ loan action to ensure that the applications are rejected, half of that 60% are applicants would be those who have been blacklisted by PTPTN. “In our standing committee meeting, we want to propose that details of those who are blacklisted are not entered into the Central Credit Reference Information System (CCRIS),” he said. He said that in response to a question from Dr Xavier Jayakumar (KEADILAN-An- dalas) who had wanted to know if the state had discussed with BNM regarding the re- jected loan application issue. At the same time, Iskandar said that dur- ing the State Government Assembly Meet- ing, he will propose action be taken against Merdeka 8 SelangorKini August 2016 59 years of Merdeka and we will be free

BY SELANGORKINI ENGLISH sion of expression. EDITORIAL TEAM However, as Dato’ Menteri Besar, Dato’ Seri Mohamed Az- reedom can be com- min Ali pointed out at the re- plicated. It is an unde- cent assembly of civil servants niable right everyone in Selangor, patriotism is not thinks we have, yet few exploitation de l’homme par trulyF understand what it means. l’homme – the exploitation of Freedom can be such a vague man by man. This he says is the concept that we tend to dis- new colonisation and we need regard it when we have it, but to hold on to the constitutional only realise how precious it is principles enshrined in Tunku after we have lost it. Abdul Rahman’s Proclamation For Malaysians, our freedom of Independence made on Au- is contained in our rights that gust 31, 1957 and not kleptoc- are enshrined in the Federal racy. True patriotism demands Constitution. These include the that we do what is right for the freedom of speech, assembly people by not supporting cor- and association, along with ruption, embezzlement and the freedom of religion. blatant misuse of power. But throughout our 59 years Our commitment this Merde- as a nation we have experi- ka as a nation should be to en- enced many instances where sure that we continue to be pa- our rights have been trampled triots despite the suppression upon, denied and ignored. It is and fight for a government that undeniable that the frequency is fair, practices the distribution in which that happens has in- cies and initiatives that are basi- political tsunami of 2008, fol- of justice and uses values-based creased within the last decade cally what a government should Patriotism is lowed by the recent general politics to ensure a harmonious in tandem with the rise of the provide for its people. not exploitation elections in 2013, have shown society. Reformasi movement. Criticism is frowned upon, de l’homme par the federal government that With one heart and one soul, No doubt we are free but is and hindered where possible Malaysians still value their free- we Malaysians will defend the Malaysia free in the context of a by the imposition of limits upon l’homme – the dom. And more importantly, sovereignty of our nation and so-called democratic nation? our freedom to voice our con- exploitation of Malaysians are willing to fight its democratic institution from Malaysia’s federal govern- cern or displeasure. Sedition for it. being destroyed by elements ment, so used to ruling unfet- is now a word that is bandied man by man Many political leaders have that have scant regard for the tered, has become aloof and about so easily that lines have been targeted openly and made Proclamation of Independence. arrogant, with many federal been blurred. Demand account- MOHAMED to pay the price for educating Malaysians will live free and leaders imagining themselves ability and transparency from AZMIN ALI Malaysians on their freedom to no one can take our right for a as all-powerful masters, forget- our elected officials and you run choose a government that is just government away from us. ting that they are mere public the risk of being investigated Dato’ Menteri Besar just and fair. Censorship of criti- servants elected to carry out under a sedition charge. cism has turned into suppres- Happy Merdeka Day! their responsibilities with integ- But in the darkness, there is rity in the best interest of the light. Others have risen up and rakyat. However, we are often spoken out, and Malaysians reminded to be grateful for poli- have rallied around them. The Benefits for Selangor citizens Selangor citizens currently enjoy a lot of benefits under the state government led by Dato’ Menteri Besar, Dato’ Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali. Here are 10 benefits that are available for those who are eligible.

NEWBORN WEDDING RM1,500 (TAWAS) RM500 per person (i-Kahwin) Tabung Warisan Anak Selan- Under the Insentif Perkahwinan gor (TAWAS) is a fund set up Belia (i-Kahwin) programme, by the Selangor government eligible individuals will receive that provides RM1,500 for ev- RM500 as wedding aid ery child born in the state https://i-kahwin.selangor.gov.my/ http://www.tawas.org.my/

INTEREST-FREE MICROCREDIT PLAYSCHOOL ASSISTANCE BUSINESS LOANS RM100 (SiKembar) Up to RM50,000 (HIJRAH) Under the Skim Bantuan Asu- Individuals running small busi- han Rakyat (SiKembar) pro- nesses can apply for interest-free gramme, parents with children loans of up to RM50,000 under 4 years and below will receive the Hijrah Selangor programme nursery aid of RM100 monthly http://www.hijrahselangor.com/ http://www.e-sikembar.org/

FREE WATER SCHEME PRE-SCHOOL ASSISTANCE 20 cubic metres monthly RM50 (TUNAS) Every residence in the state cur- Under the Skim Bantuan Ta- rently enjoys 2 cubic metres of dika Selangor (TUNAS) pro- water free courtesy of the Selan- gramme, parents with children gor government. Landed proper- between 5 and 6 years will re- ties are automatically given a re- ceive pre-school aid of RM50 bate, while apartments can apply monthly through the Selangor Apartments http://www.e-tunas.org/ Free Water Scheme (SAFWA). http://lphs.selangor.gov.my/in- dex.php/pages/view/53) UNIVERSITY STUDENTS RM1,000 (HPIPT) University students who qualify FREE SPM TUITION for the Hadiah Pengajian IPT (Pusat Tuisyen Rakyat SPM) (HPIPT) programme are eligi- Students from low-income fami- ble for RM1,000 in aid lies can register themselves un- https://hpipt.selangor.gov.my der the Pusat Tuisyen Rakyat SPM programme to be eligible for free tuition FUNERAL AID http://tuisyenrakyat.blogspot.my/) FOR THE ELDERLY AND DISABLED RM2,500 (SMUE) Elderly or disabled Selangori- FREE MAMMOGRAM FOR ans can register with the Skim WOMEN (MammoSel) Mesra Usia Emas (SMUE) to Women above 35 years who gain RM2,500 in funeral aid qualify under the Skim Kesihat- that can be claimed by their an Wanita Selangor programme next of kin upon death are entitled to free mammogram http://www.e-mesra.org.my/ checks Economy 10 SelangorKini August 2016 Selangor’s economy strong in lukewarm market conditions SHAH ALAM - The domestic eco- nomic situation and the expose by the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) financial scandal have af- fected the country’s economic ex- pansion. However, according to Dato’ Menteri Besar, Dato’ Seri Mo- hamed Azmin Ali, foreign inves- tors’ confidence in trade relations with Selangor have not been af- fected due to the transparency of its governance. “The confidence of foreign in- vestors in Selangor is proven in the 2015 MIDA Report on the state’s economic success. “We came out second on invest- ment in the services sector with an investment value of RM2.36 billion and third in the manufacturing sector with an investment value of RM7.96 billion,” he said. He said this at the opening ses- sion of the 2017 Budget Round- table Discussion at the Shah Alam Convention Centre. During the session, Mohamed plementation as the main direc- cient services for the sake of eco- the rural communities’ quality character and personality of the Azmin said the 2017 Budget fo- tion for the state’s economic ex- nomic prosperity. of life to be on par with modern communities, working harmoni- cuses on efforts to continue with pansion. “The State Government’s de- standards. ously and sustainably with the the Smart Selangor concept im- It is also focused on more effi- velopment philosophy is to raise “However, we still retain the natural environment,” he said. SMEs urged to capitalise on Selangor remains country’s investment opportunities biggest GDP contributor SHAH ALAM - Those in the Small and Me- ures, industry representatives and policy mak- dium Enterprise (SME) industry are urged to ers in Shah Alam Convention Centre. SHAH ALAM - Selangor remains the he said during the opening of the 2017 take the opportunity to be actively involved Selangor has been consistent in maintain- country’s biggest Gross Domestic Budget Roundtable Discussion in Shah in state investments to effectively generate ing its position as the country’s top invest- Product (GDP) contributor with 25% Alam Convention Centre on August 15. more income. ment destination. earnings. Prior to this, Invest Selangor was op- Dato’ Menteri Besar, Dato’ Seri Mohamed This follows the Statistics Department’s re- Dato’ Menteri Besar, Dato’ Seri Mo- timistic that GDP growth has positively Azmin Ali said the recommendation followed port for 2010-2014 showing that collectively, hamed Azmin Ali said the earnings con- expanded through foreign and domes- the State Government’s announcement on Selangor and Wilayah Persekutuan were Ma- tinue to strengthen Selangor’s position tic investments. the increased investment target for 2017. laysia’s biggest contributor in the service sec- as the most developed state in Malaysia. In the period of 2010 to 2014, Se- “The State Government targets RM6 billion tor at 49.9%. “In terms of income per capita, we langor was leading the country’s GDP for investments, therefore I urge industry play- Meanwhile, statistics by Malaysian Invest- have reached a level of a developed growth with 22.4%, compared to ers to take this opportunity. ment Development Board (MIDA) for 2015 state. Therefore, Selangor must continue Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur “Investment and technology opportunities showed that 222 investment projects were to move towards social justice through (15.1%), (10.1%), (9.3%) must be utilised to the maximum to moder- approved. progressive policy implementation. dan (6.5%). nise operations in order to increase productiv- From that, Selangor managed to secure “The State Government must con- Overall, the country’s GDP growth is ity,” he said. RM7.96 billion worth of investment in 2015 duct serious research on social policies at 5%, taking into account the turmoil He was speaking during the 2017 Budget compared to RM7.04 billion in the previous consisting of services in urban and rural and challenges in the current econom- Roundtable Discussion with professional fig- year. areas, health, education and innovation,” ic situation. Positive state revenue - 8�.��% earnings recorded SHAH ALAM - The state’s reserve RM1.38 billion. a positive manner for the survival of the current revenue from land. total investment of RM6 billion continues to register positive This means that the State Gov- the domestic economy. “But our primary focus is to con- through various programmes and growth with a total of RM480 mil- ernment has revenues of 82.49% He also said the focus of the tinue with long-term economic initiatives to attract long-term in- lion as of early August 2016, said (RM1.86 billion) over the estimat- State Government is to continue di- planning strategically, with the right vestment in Selangor. Dato’ Menteri Besar, Dato’ Seri Mo- ed total revenue for 2016, which is versifying its sources of earnings to projection so that we do not need Mohamed Azmin said the in- hamed Azmin Ali. RM2.25 billion,” he said. maximise income. to present any supplementary bud- vestment has a high potential in He said the amount was re- Mohamed Azmin said the State “The State Government’s main get,” he said. contributing towards a more sus- corded through revenue collection Government is committed to en- challenge in future is to diversify its In a similar development, the tainable and competitive state’s of RM1.86 billion against a cost of sure that the reserve is managed in income rather than to just rely on State Government is targeting a economic growth. Business SelangorKini August 2016 11 Agriculture master plan to boost state Halal Selangor has revenue SHAH ALAM - The State Government is active- potential to go global ly formulating a 10-year agriculture master plan with long-term agricultural development initia- tives. BY NAZLI IBRAHIM Infrastructure, Public Amenities, Agricultural Modernisation and Agro-Based Industries Exco SHAH ALAM - Halal International Se- Zaidy Abdul Talib said the plan consists of ini- langor (HIS), created to promote halal tiatives to increase the state’s agricultural pro- products through various mediums, has duce. received encouraging response from “In principle, this master plan outlines a few several countries in Asia. matters that need to be reviewed and studied, Investment, Small & Medium Indus- especially efforts to increase agricultural output. tries, Trade and Transport Exco Dato’ “This includes agricultural products for veg- Teng Chang Khim said efforts to pro- etables, cattle, broilers and aquaculture food,” mote Selangor as a halal trade hub has he said in a statement. been intensified on an international Selangor has previously been the highest level. Gross Domestic Product contributor to the coun- “The State Government has estab- try with 5.2% contribution from agriculture. lished the HIS Council, chaired by Dato’ The earnings encouraged Dato’ Menteri Be- Menteri Besar and two Deputies, namely sar, Dato‘ Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali to approve a Dato’ Dr Yunus who oversees issues re- RM31.6 million budget for agricultural develop- lating to syariah law compliances, and ment programmes. myself taking care of trade issues. Zaidy said the provision encourages modern “The Council has called for a meeting agricultural initiatives which are in line with the to determine the direction and expan- 2016 Budget theme, Smart Selangor. sion to the international market. In a similar development, Zaidy said the “So far, responses from various coun- the Selangor Digital Creative Centre, i- launched before the end of 2016, ulti- State Government has also implemented the tries such as , Taiwan, Korea, Ja- City, on August 8. mately boosting Selangor’s economic Youths Agro Programme for those aged be- pan and Indonesia have been particu- He also said that discussions are on- growth. tween 18 and 40 years old. larly encouraging,” said Teng during the going with several parties, including He was referring in particular to the The initiative was created as the State Gov- Selangor Information Technology and the authorities and Muslim associations halal industry in the e-trading market ernment’s commitment to help young people E-Trade Council (SITEC) Leading in the in several countries. which SITEC has been intensely promot- get directly involved in the state’s agriculture. E-Dagang Best Practices Symposium at Teng also hopes that HIS can be ing. SITEC e-commerce classes to increase sellers’ revenue

SHAH ALAM - The Selangor Infor- ganise more e-commerce classes of increasing systematic knowl- mation Technology and E-trade to increase knowledge in this area edge on e-commerce, targeting Council (SITEC) is committed to of expertise. SMI players, brick-and-mortar organising more e-commerce “SITEC is committed to assist shops and online traders. classes for traders and business- and guide businessmen to in- “The e-commerce classes have men to increase their knowledge crease the number of their prod- received encouraging response and products. ucts,” he said to SelangorKini. so far, to the extent that we get SITEC Chief Executive Yong Kai According to Kai Ping, SITEC an average of 100 attendees each Ping said efforts to assist the small had also visited Taipei, Taiwan in time. and medium industry (SMI) aim to order to foster ‘Cross-Border Trad- “SITEC has successfully guided increase the quality of service be- ing’. the SMI in 190 classes within 13 SITEC symposium to tween sellers and consumers, ulti- The council, established in June months and recorded sales rev- mately boosting revenue. 2016, has managed to organise 90 enue of up to RM1.3 million,” he raise quality of “SITEC’s long-term plan is to or- e-commerce classes with the aim said. e-trading service SHAH ALAM - The SITEC Lead- tween e-trading partners to dis- ing E-Trading Best Practices sym- cuss service improvements. posium, held on August 8, is ex- “Besides that, we also aim to pected to increase the quality of create a suitable environment for service in e-trading business, and discussions, with participation ultimately increasing the value of from all related parties, especially sales. on marketing matters,” he said af- The symposium was held at the ter the one-day symposium. Positive state revenue - 8�.��% earnings recorded Selangor Digital Creative Centre, I- He added that among topics City and saw the involvement of most discussed were logistics, several parties including main lo- due to the sudden high demand gistic player Pos Malaysia, which that has created some challenges handles Pos Laju services. to existing logistic service provid- SITEC Chief Executive Yong Kai ers. Ping said the symposium provid- He said that logistics is the ed opportunities for participants most important element in the to contribute their ideas. e-trading industry, as logistics en- “The aim of the programme is sures customers receive their or- to strengthen the relationship be- ders on time. Green 12 SelangorKini August 2016 MPSJ wins Green World Ambassador ���� award BY SYASYA SUFIAN tional level. “MPSJ is also revitalising 22 MPSJ SHAH ALAM - The Subang Jaya Green Ambassadors, comprising Municipal Council (MPSJ) has once MPSJ officers who will deliver green again received international acclaim messages to the community,” he by winning an award by The Green said. Organisation at The Crystal, Royal He said this at the Installation of Victoria Docks, London on August 8. Jalur Gemilang Flag in conjunction MPSJ President Dato’ Nor Hisham with National Day, at the MPSJ Are- Ahmad Dahlan said the award was na Complex on the morning of Au- based on MPSJ’s commitment to gust 10. remain consistent in implementing MPSJ has won six ‘Green Awards’ various initiatives to create sustain- at the international level since 2014. able urbanisation. Among the awards are Green Ap- “This award also increases MPSJ’s ple Award 2014 at Palace of West- prestige in line with the develop- minster, London; Green World Am- ment of MPSJ Strategic Planning bassador 2015 at Leicester Square, 2012-2030, in order to improve pro- London; Green Era Award 2016, Ber- ductivity and quality as well as raise lin, Germany; and Smart City Inno- MPSJ’s and the Selangor Govern- vative Applications Award 2016 in ment’s reputation at the interna- Taiwan. Sekinchan attracts ��,��� visitors a month SHAH ALAM - Sekinchan contin- SelangorKini. ues to be a popular tourist des- On August 12, Ng was visited tination in Selangor with over by Public Transport Exco Datuk 10,000 visitors a month recorded. Teng Chang Khim to identify bik- Sekinchan Assemblyman Ng ing paths around Sekinchan. Suee Lim said that the number He said the bike path, which can increase to over 20,000 dur- will be launched next year, would ing peak season, including school be able to attract more tourists. holidays. "Thanks to the State Govern- “This indirectly generates the ment that continues to develop local economy and benefits citi- Selangor, including Sekinchan, zens. although it is located outside the “For example, single mothers city. and housewives with no previ- "I welcome this latest effort. ous income can now generate It is not only good for the prog- up to RM1,500 a month by selling ress of 'eco-tourism', but also pro- goodies and crackers,” he said to motes a healthy lifestyle," he said.

MPK shares cooking oil recycling knowledge

KLANG - Used cooking oil has its to share knowledge regarding and could encourage the spread own advantages and should not recycling and environmentally of diseases from mosquitos and be wasted. Instead it can be re- friendly disposal methods for rats. used through recycling. cooking oil. He said environmental pollu- Klang Municipal Council (MPK) “Two companies have been tion, especially to sources of wa- Yang Dipertua Datuk Mohamad appointed to organise used cook- ter, is caused by a society that Yasid Bidin said that cooking oil ing oil collection programmes does not adopt recycling in their disposal will bring about envi- from restaurants, pasar malam daily lives. ronmental pollution, especially businesses, MPK stalls and school “What’s worse, people contin- to water sources. canteens around Klang,” he said ue throwing rubbish indiscrimi- He said the disposal of waste at the launch of the MPK Pasale- nately into drains, by the road oil into drains and sewage sys- wa Programme at Kampung Raja side and out in the open. This is tems will cause clogged pipes Uda Mosque recently. environmental pollution and will besides being a potential source Yasid explained that the waste bring about outbreaks of diseas- of diseases. oil would solidify and cause es like dengue and cholera,” he “MPK has taken the initiative drains to clog, resulting in floods added. Foreign SelangorKini August 2016 13 Selangor and New Zealand strengthen trade relations

SHAH ALAM - Dato’ Menteri Besar, Dato’ Seri Mohamed Az- I believe that New min Ali received a courtesy visit Zealand is from New Zealand High Com- missioner Dr Johan Subritzky prepared to look to strengthen both countries’ at Selangor as an trade relations. According to Mohamed Az- investment min, both sides exchanged destination that opinions on investment oppor- is sustainable tunities in Selangor during the one-hour meeting. “As any other country and a MOHAMED AZMIN foreign investor, before placing Dato’ Menteri Besar their investments in any coun- try or state, firstly they want to at the State Secretary Building. see its political stability. In addition, Mohamed Az- “With the slogan of modera- min also assured that Selangor tion and stability in governance, is capable of providing highly- it is clear that Selangor is able to skilled, educated and talented ensure racial and religious har- human capital in order to fulfil mony which is conducive for the requirements of New Zea- Selangor, focus of great investments. land investors. “Just look at the giant com- “With this confidence, I be- pany Toyota that recently in- lieve that New Zealand is pre- vested RM2 billion in Klang. pared to look at Selangor as an They would not have invested if investment destination that is world economic Selangor was not peaceful and sustainable, despite the critical harmonious. The same goes for situation in Malaysia, as Selan- UMW and Air Bus that are oper- gor is still preserving its con- ating in Selangor,” he said. ducive environment for invest- superpowers He said that to SelangorKini ment purposes,” he added.

BY NAZLI IBRAHIM as I’ve met with a few represen- tesy call from New Zealand High Singapore Senior Minister tatives from big countries like Commissioner and the Singa- SHAH ALAM - Selangor is in- the United States Ambassador, porean delegation, led by their visits MB creasingly becoming the focus and I’ve discussed at length with Senior Minister at the Menteri of world economic superpow- the British High Commissioner Besar’s Office, State Secretary SHAH ALAM - The Selangor joined by Singapore High Com- ers as there has been a rise in the and now, with New Zealand and Building. Government received a cour- missioner to Malaysia Vanu Go- number of foreign countries in- Singapore too. This clearly showed that the tesy visit from the Singaporean pala Menon, Ministry of Foreign terested to send their represen- “This exhibits yet again their talent pool in Selangor is capa- Government’s delegation led Affairs’ Deputy Director Shivaku- tatives and meet the State Gov- confidence with the State Gov- ble of widening its business op- by their Foreign Affairs and De- mar Nair, Singapore High Com- ernment in the past 2 years. ernment’s administration that portunities and trade between fence Senior Minister Dr Moha- missioner First Secretary Rifdi Dato’ Menteri Besar, Dato’ Seri is not only able to ensure trans- Selangor and foreign countries. mad Maliki Osman to strengthen Ridwan and Ministry of Foreign Mohamed Azmin Ali said that parency and accountability in “The confidence of foreign bilateral relations. Affairs State Officer Janice Lui this was based on the fact that administration but also Selan- countries lies with Selangor, and Dato’ Menteri Besar, Dato’ Seri Han Kaijie. he had received four courtesy gor’s ability to spur sustainable the State Government continues Mohamed Azmin Ali said that Elaborating on the discussion, visits from foreign delegations, economic growth and develop- to play its role in ensuring that besides discussing mutual com- Mohamed Azmin said Malaysia including the United States and ment,” he said. Selangor becomes Malaysia’s mitments to strengthen trade and Singapore have their own Britain in less than a month. Mohamed Azmin told Selan- main economic contributor in relations, both parties also dis- roles in displaying leadership to “It’s a positive development, gorKini after receiving a cour- the future,” he added. cussed issues concerning safety other ASEAN countries in order in Southeast Asia. to return to the ZOPFAN (Zone of “One of the things discussed Peace, Freedom and Neutrality) South Korea learns from Smart Selangor Bus was strategic steps that should doctrine to ensure stability and SHAH ALAM - The Smart Selan- tion and answer session during the the public due to its efficiency. be taken by both countries to safety in this region. gor Bus service is not only an eye- 2nd sitting for the 4th term of the Besides being on-time, the ser- build stronger ties in future. “This issue has become a hot opener for other states but this 13th Selangor State Assembly on vice also caters to the disabled and “We have identified the areas debate these days. However, as free bus service for citizens has also August 1. provides free Wi-Fi. of strategic cooperation that can an independent and sovereign caught the interest of other coun- The free bus service provided Smart Selangor Bus has also be improved, like trade, culture country, we should play our role tries. by the State Government has re- gained the interest of other states, and also training. more proactively to create peace Investment, Small & Medium In- ceived encouraging response from with some starting to launch simi- “We also discussed the issue and stability in ASEAN, especial- dustries, Trade and Transport Exco lar programmes. of safety in the ASEAN region, ly along the maritime route in Dato’ Teng Chang Khim said this particularly when many debates the South China Sea. was evident when South Korea are sparked by China’s demands “If there is a clash between sent its delegation to observe the for territory and how ASEAN two superpowers, we would be Smart Selangor Bus services. countries like Malaysia and Sin- affected and we certainly want “Korea has also sent their dele- gapore can play their part by en- to avoid this,” he said. gation to come and see for them- suring stability and safety in this Prior to this, Mohamed Az- selves the services provided by region,” he said. min also received a courtesy call Smart Selangor Bus and this has Mohamed Azmin said that from New Zealand High Com- also been discussed during our vis- to SelangorKini at the Menteri missioner Dr Johan Subritzky, to it to Korea prior to this,” said Teng Besar’s Office, State Secretary strengthen trade relations be- (DAP-Sungai Pinang). Building on August 17. tween Selangor and New Zea- He was speaking during a ques- The one-hour visit was also land. Education 14 SelangorKini August 2016 UNISEL: A prominent regional pioneer in Malay studies

BY ERMIZI MUHAMAD Sciences’ Faculty Dean Profes- guage enthusiasts will be of great ties we share definitely cannot be sor Dr Mohd Zaidi Mohd Hajazi benefit to Selangor and particu- separated as the bond has long PEKANBARU - University of Se- said that the implementation larly to Malaysia and Indonesia,” been formed and should be pre- langor (Unisel) has reinforced its is focused on the initiative to he said to SelangorKini. served,” he said. position as a prominent pioneer strengthen the role of Malays re- He said research into language Mohd Zaidi, who is IKMI direc- in the education sector of lan- gionally in Malaysia and Indone- and Malay ethnic studies builds tor, also said he is confident that guage and ethnic studies in the sia. the best kind of momentum to this is able to contribute to the region. “The focus is on research that uncover the shared elements be- unification of culture and nations The commitment was mani- encompasses disciplines like pol- tween two countries. globally. fested through the founding of itics, social science and technol- “The relationship between “Education is without limit, the Malaysia-Indonesia Research ogy between the two countries, Malaysia and Indonesia is quite and instead includes all aspects Institute that collects Malay- and it will be the best arena for unique. Historically, it is said that and is open in nature. Hence based research between both academicians to meet. almost 50% of Malaysians have these components become uni- countries. “Surely the research done Indonesian origins. fying factors to the development Unisel Education and Social by these academicians and lan- “So the kinship and similari- of a government,” he said. Dr Mohd Zaidi PTPTN must review stopping full funding

SHAH ALAM - KEADILAN Youth is asking the federal govern- This factor must ment to review the Nation- be taken into al Higher Education Fund’s (PTPTN) decision to stop full account because funding for students in institu- daily living costs tions of higher learning. like food, trans- KEADILAN Youth Head port and Nik Ahmad said rent along that the deci- sion not only with affects stu- house- dents but also makes hold it difficult utilities for students must be to further their studies. priori- Selangor and Indonesia establish “The increased tised cost of living has al- ready impacted students. student exchange programme “Without PTPTN or any simi- NIK NAZMI lar financial help, the majority KEADILAN Youth Head PEKANBARU - A student ex- programme will be able to gen- of Malaysians will face difficulty change programme involving The university has erate ideas for the expansion of to further their studies. Some to overcome the problem. students from Universitas Lan- often formed education access in both coun- are forced to borrow from their KEADILAN has urged the cang Kuning (ULK) and Univer- educational tries, in order to achieve the families, friends, or worse, loan government previously to fig- sity of Selangor (Unisel) will be status of best education institu- sharks. ure out the real cause of the held in an effort to enhance collaborations with tions. “This factor must be taken problem. But till today, we have cooperation between the two institutions from At the same time, Dr Hasnati into account because daily liv- not been informed of anything higher education institutions. Malaysia, so it is said that the university is open ing costs like food, transport done,” he said. ULK Rector Dr Hasnati SHMH to regional cooperation with and rent along with household On August 21, PTPTN Chair- said the need and commitment not something new education institutions in Ma- utilities must be prioritised,” he man Datuk Shamsul Anuar Na- of the university as an ‘educa- to us to continue a laysia, including organising the said in statement. sarah said the repayment rate tion colleague’ is based on de- programme of this Malay Archipelago Postgradu- Nik Nazmi said he under- was still low among current veloping regional Malay and ate Seminar (MAPS) with Unisel stood the decision was due to borrowers and this has lowered cultural experts with Unisel. callibre this August 20 and 21. a low repayment rate. the number of loans to new “The university has often It is the third time that a col- PTPTN, however, must also students. formed educational collabo- DR HASNATI laboration on education based be aware that the body is the Until December 2015, PTPTN rations with institutions from ULK Rector on cultural aspects involving main financial source for stu- only managed to collect RM8 Malaysia, so it is not something Unisel and ULK is being held. dents who are furthering their billion compared to the target new to us to continue a pro- exchange process that can close Prior to this, ULK collaborat- studies at public institutions of of RM15 billion out of RM26 bil- gramme of this callibre. educational gaps,” she said in an ed with a few local universities, higher learning. lion of loans approved. “We hope to have various ac- exclusive interview with Selan- including Universiti Tun Husse- “The repayment problem PTPTN also approved only tivities, particularly focusing on gorKini at her office in Riau, In- in Onn Malaysia and Universiti has long been identified by 95% of education costs to pub- the education sector, societal donesia, on August 18. Teknologi Mara. PTPTN and they have failed to lic university students and 85% involvement, and the student Dr Hasnati said this kind of implement any effective means for private students. Community SelangorKini August 2016 15 ‘U We Glow Fun Run ����’ returns SHAH ALAM - The ‘U We Glow https://mro.myraceonline.com/ Fun Run 2016’ will soon return for uwgr16/Registrations with prices a second season on December 10. ranging from RM83 to RM88 per The programme, organised by person, and RM156 to RM166 for Lab Anchor Sdn Bhd, in collabo- ‘doubles’. ration with Selangor Tourism, re- The run will begin at 8 pm and quires participants to run for five end at 10 pm. kilometres and will be held in Participation is open to all Ma- Shah Alam Stadium. laysian citizens and profits from Those who are interested can participation will be channelled to register before October 30 at selected charities. ��� women join Basic Self-Defense Course KUALA SELANGOR - A total of pers certainly worries society. This and physical endurance besides 150 women participants joined has a profound impact on women, boosting confidence in cases of the Women’s Basic Self Defense who are often the victims. emergency. Course 2016 at Dewan Sri Siantan, “Disaster and crime usually The course is organided by Kuala Selangor District Council happen unexpectedly. Women MDKS. It managed to attract fe- (MDKS). usually become victims of strang- male participants of students and MPK sells plants at MDKS Yang Dipertua Noraini ers and also of people they know, staff of Kuala Selangor District of- Roslan said the course will teach sometimes due to the fact that fices. ‘great’ prices women the importance of self- women are always seen as the The briefing was given by Kua- defense in the event of an attack. weaker gender,” said Noraini. la Selangor Police Headquarters “News of theft, rape and mur- She said that self-defense Criminal Division Head ASP Ram- der that often appear in newspa- training can establish mental lee Bakar. SICG: RM���,��� awaits gaming enthusiasts SUBANG JAYA - Prizes totalling Shari said that participation is by having games such as Mine- RM350,000 have been offered to open to both professionals and ski Pro Gaming League South- cyber-gaming lovers who partici- amateurs. east Asia (DOTA 2), DOTA 2 Ama- pate in the Selangor Internation- “Before this, there were only teur League of Legends, Counter al Cyber Games (SICG) 2016. four games. But we have in- Strike, Hearthstone, Street Fight- Held in One City, there are sev- creased it to seven. er V, Fifa 16 and Clash Royal. KLANG - The Klang Muncipal low price,” he said in a statement. en cyber games in SICG, which “We hope in future there will “Selangor will always be a trail- Council (MPK) Nursery at Jalan Yasid said that Osmoxylon, will run for three days beginning be more games in the competi- blazer in all sports in Malaysia. Seruling 59, Taman Sentosa is Mahkota Duri and Jenjuang September 9 until 11. tion,” he said in a press confer- “We believe that this is the cor- offering plants at prices that are plants are also well received by Youth Development, Sports, ence in One City. rect decision and will ensure that way lower than market prices. buyers. Cultural and Entrepreneurship Amirudin aims for SICG to re- youths in the state benefit from MPK Yang DiPertua Datuk Mo- He said that planting shrubs Development Exco Amirudin ceive more than 2,000 players this investment,” he said. hamad Yasid Bidin said an assort- and other plants at road sides, ment of plants are for sale at the playgrounds, open fields and nursery but response has been other empty spaces that can be lukewarm as the public is still un- adorned by plants is in line with aware of its existence. the state government’s wish that “There are a variety of plants emphasises on the environment. that suit the need to green areas “MPK welcomes the public to and create a beautiful, clean and buy plants at our nursery, which cool environment. is open daily,” he said. “This nursery also sells plants The MPK Nursery is open from to interested residents and the 9am to 5pm on weekdays and prices are way cheaper compared 10am till 1pm on weekends. to other outlets. For more information, please “Plants that can be used as contact MPK Parks and Recre- barriers and fences and potable ation Department Assistant Of- plants are more sought after, es- ficer Zainudin Md Noh at 019- pecially Kelat Paya that is sold at a 3935357. Selangor: Home of the Red Giants

Olympic Games Rio ���6: Four silver and a bronze BY MIKE TAN

SHAH ALAM - The recently concluded Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil was certainly the most exciting games yet for Malaysia as our team returns with its big- gest medal haul to date – 4 silver medals and 1 bronze medal. It was also an Olympics filled with sur- to win gold medals. The Malaysian public prise and drama, both on and off the com- rallied around our athletes and rebuked the petition arena. Malaysia finally got its first publications roundly, especially in social medal in cycling, thanks to keirin specialist media. Azizulhasni Awang. He not only produced a Real achievement, glory and fame are surprise in competition but also with his ti- not measured solely by the colour of the rade against the Menteri Besar medal. And not every important compe- in the wake of his win. tition is fought on the field of sports. Our For the first time in history, most Malay- athletes’ Olympic journey gave us the op- sians felt emotionally invested in the Olym- portunity to triumph over bigotry, and to pics as many of our athletes came close to appreciate the effort that we all put in to achieving the ultimate glory in sports, win- make our country great. ning the Olympic gold medal. We should be proud of their accomplish- Our divers were within reach of the gold ments, as they have given our country and after qualifying for the finals in two events, our people something to truly celebrate the women’s 10 m platform dive and the this Merdeka Day. women’s 10 m synchronised platform event. Malaysia’s Olympic Medallists In badminton, a sport in which Malaysia has consistently excelled in, our shuttlers SILVER rose to the occasion, playing beyond even their own expectations to reach the finals in Women’s synchronised 10 m platform dive event three different events – men’s singles, men’s Cheong Jun Hoong and Pandelela Rinong doubles, and mixed doubles. Badminton men’s doubles But it just was not to be, and the much Goh V Shem and Tan Wee Kiong coveted gold medal still eludes the nation. Our athletes have become symbols that Badminton mixed doubles unified us, especially after headlines dispar- Chan Peng Soon and Goh Liu Ying aging their efforts surfaced after they failed Badminton men’s singles Lee Chong Wei

BRONZE Men’s keirin cycling event Azizulhasni Awang

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