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KUALA LUMPUR, The Federal Territories Islamic Religious Council (MAIWP) has allocated RM1 million to the Credit Counselling and Management Agency (AKPK) to assist the asnaf Al-Gharimin (debt-ridden) in breaking free from poverty. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr. Mohd Na’im Mokhtar said that the allocation will enable AKPK to provide services to the asnaf Al-Gharimin, such as financial education, financial advisory services, and credit management programmes, to enhance financial management skills and control debt effectively. ‘The collaboration between MAIWP and AKPK will create a new scenario where it can assist the asnaf Al-Gharimin comprehensively, involving psychological

NIBONG TEBAL, Education-based programmes such as YES! Rock the School can raise students’ awareness of successful career pathways for the future, said Penang Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Ahmad Fuzi Abdul Razak. He said that learning today must go beyond the classroom and strengthen the relationship between industry and academia to create high-value jobs and build an ecosystem where talent can thrive. “To the dedicated teachers, strengthen your resolve to educate and guide future leaders, as connections with the industry are key to bringing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) subjects to life in your classrooms,” he said when launching the

KUCHING, Sarawak must remain vigilant, adaptive, and innovative in its approach to protect the state’s critical assets, said the State Minister for Utility and Telecommunication, Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi. He said the security of critical infrastructure is not the responsibility of a single entity but requires coordinated efforts between government agencies and private sector partners. ‘Through knowledge-sharing and collaborative development of integrated response frameworks, we stand to further strengthen our collective defence against a range of threats from cyber intrusions to physical attacks. ‘As we move forward, the importance of technology cannot be understated. Whether it’s leveraging on artificial intelligence

KUALA LUMPUR, The Chief Secretary to the Government (KSN) Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar is scheduled to deliver his inaugural message tomorrow, with the theme of ‘Public Service Reform’. The Public Service Department (JPA) in a post on Facebook said the special address will be delivered by Shamsul Azri at the 2024 KSN Leadership Aspiration ceremony at De’ Seri Endon Hall, Puspanitapuri in Putrajaya, at 2.30 pm. “What is meant by public service reform? The support of all public officers in realising the direction of public service reform is greatly appreciated,” according to the post. Shamsul Azri who is

LEGAZPI CITY – The Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO5) received a significant boost to its operational capacity with the turnover of new patrol vehicles on Monday, an official announced. During the handover ceremony, PRO5 Regional Director Brig. Gen. Andre Dizon underscored the importance of these mobility assets in improving law enforcement in the region. Dizon expressed confidence that the vehicles would be used effectively to ensure the safety and security of Bicolanos. ‘These vehicles are vital tools that will strengthen our capability to serve and protect the people of Bicol,’ he said. ‘We renew our commitment to maintain peace