Day: October 4, 2024

All civil servants are reminded not to make any public statements, including on social media, unless given the authority or mandate by ministries or departments. In a post on the Public Services Department’s (JPA) Facebook page, Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar said the reminder was issued under the 2024 Prime Minister’s Department’s administrative meeting. “If found guilty and in violation of any regulation in effect, disciplinary action can be taken against the civil servant,’ he said in the post, which contained information explaining that civil servants cannot make public statements that harm the government’s

The construction of the 1.5-kilometre (km) main road leading to Universiti Malaysia Sabah Teaching Hospital costing RM18.94 million has been completed on July 1, Public Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said. He added that the Higher Education Ministry (MOHE) project was managed by the Public Works Department (JKR), with the cooperation of the Sabah JKR via open tender and began on March 15, 2021. “The project was completed on time and I congratulate the contractor and all related departments and agencies for completing the project that will benefit motorists and the hospital,’ he told reporters after handing over

A total of 10 resolutions proposed by the Perdana Fellows Alumni Association, including the establishment of a National Youth Innovation Fund aimed at producing more youth entrepreneurs in the green economy and digital economy sectors, will be presented to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for scrutiny. Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir said this after chairing the association’s closed-door roundtable discussion today, in conjunction with the Oct 26 Youth Economic Forum 2024 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC). Zambry said what was presented today were proposals towards further improving talent, education and the

Watsons Malaysia is holding the biggest beauty and health event of the year, Beautopia Beauty and Wellness Expo 2024 at Pavilion Bukit Jalil Exhibition Centre from Oct 3 to 6. Watson said that the one-of-a-kind four-day event offers an immersive journey through over 95 global health and beauty brands, with exciting giveaways, celebrity appearances, and must-see beauty innovations. ‘This is more than just an expo, it’s a celebration of the transformative power of beauty and wellness, creating the ultimate self-care playground for Malaysians of all ages and styles. ‘Whether you’re passionate about skincare, cosmetics, or holistic health, Beautopia 2024 promises

In less than 24 hours, Chinese consumers snapped up the first batch of fresh Malaysian durians exported to China. A total of 40 tonnes were put on sale from Aug 26 onwards at selected retail outlets in six regions in the People’s Republic. Malaysia’s Ambassador to China, Datuk Norman Muhamad, said the durian’s freshness and high quality saw the king of fruits well received by the Chinese people at every outlet where it was sold. “Indeed, all the durians were sold out on the very first day, which was at the launch ceremony (of the sale), on Aug 26. Even