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MELAKA, Malaysia often receives port calls from foreign navy vessels as part of bilateral relations between nations, said Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari. He said requests for port calls are typically channeled through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as part of bilateral ties between Malaysia and the respective countries before being approved by Wisma Putra for docking permission. “At the Ministry of Defence, it is part of our process to enhance cooperation with other countries, including those in Asia and beyond. “For us, our relations with other nations are crucial in addressing emerging issues, particularly related to national defence, and

KOTA KINABALU, More funding should be allocated to boost the agriculture sector in Sabah, particularly for padi farming in rural and remote areas, to serve as a catalyst for reducing poverty, especially extreme poverty. Deputy Chief Minister I Datuk Seri Dr Jeffrey Kitingan, also the state Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry, said the vast land available in the state should be utilised under the 2025 Budget to achieve the goal. “We hope for changes in the 2025 Budget. We don’t want it to be the same as last year. “We want an increase in the budget for agriculture

MANILA: College of Saint Benilde defeated San Sebastian College-Recoletos, 91-85, to stay on top of the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) Season 100 men’s basketball tournament Sunday. Allen Liwag had 19 points and six rebounds for the Blazers who notched their eighth win against two losses at FilOil EcoOil Centre in San Juan City. Ian Torres sank three triples to finish with 13 points to go with four rebounds and three assists; while Matthew Oli, chipped in 12 points, likewise highlighted by three treys. Justine Sanchez, Jhomel Ancheta and Zenric Jarque contributed nine points each for CSB, which led by

KUALA LUMPUR, Fourteen youth with Level 3 Malaysian Skills Certificate (SKM) qualifications in Automotive Technology left for China today to further their technical and vocational education and training (TVET) through the Malaysia-China Institute (MCI) initiative. National Organisation of Skilled Workers (Belia Mahir) head Mohammad Rizan Hassan said these students will pursue a Diploma in Automotive Inspection and Maintenance Technology. The training, he added, would focus on hybrid electric vehicles (HEV), battery electric vehicles (BEV), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV). “The MCI (initiative) is activated together with Belia Mahir and Tang International Education Group China,

KUALA LUMPUR, The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning for thunderstorms in six states until 6 pm today. According to a statement released today, MetMalaysia forecasts that these weather conditions will affect parts of Sarawak, namely Kuching, Serian, Samarahan, Sri Aman, Sarikei, Sibu , Mukah, Bintulu and Miri. Other states affected are Kedah (Sik, Baling and Kulim) Hulu Perak (Perak); Machang, Kuala Krai and Gua Musang (Kelantan); Hulu Terengganu, Dungun and Kemaman (Terengganu) as well as Jerantut and Kuantan (Pahang). MetMalaysia informed that this warning was issued due to signs of thunderstorms, with rain intensity expected to exceed