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Daily Express
20 hours ago
- Politics
- Daily Express
Territorial Army meet timely: Chief Minister
Published on: Friday, June 20, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jun 20, 2025 Text Size: Hajiji (center) with Tun Musa (right) and Tuanku Syed Faizuddin (left) at the SKAW Gala Dinner. Kota Kinabalu: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor expressed hope that the Commander Territorial Army Conference (SKAW), held in the State, will serve as the best platform to discuss key matters including national security and efforts to strengthen the Territorial Army as part of the country's defence. Hajiji, who is also Patron of the Sabah Territorial Army Support Committee (JAKPAW), reaffirmed the State Government's support for the Territorial Army's activities in Sabah. Advertisement 'That is why I fully welcome the Commander Conference being held here. I've been informed that among the key objectives of this conference is to discuss ways to empower the Territorial Army in terms of administration and logistics,' he said. He emphasised that as a state located near several neighbouring countries, we must prioritise security to ensure peace and prosperity in Sabah, and to protect the safety of our people. 'In carrying out our development agenda under the Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) roadmap, maintaining peace and harmony is vital,' he said at the SKAW Series 37/2025 Gala Dinner hosted by the State Government on Wednesday. He said the Sabah Maju Jaya initiative not only focuses on three key economic sectors including agriculture, industry and tourism, but also on human capital development, people's well-being, infrastructure networks and environmental sustainability. Advertisement 'In terms of people's well-being, we are continuously taking proactive steps, including providing housing for the rural poor under the SMJ Friendly Housing Programme across all 73 state constituencies. 'The State Government also provides various educational assistance to help Sabah's children continue their schooling. 'This is why I stress the importance of security to allow more development to take place in Sabah,' he said. Hajiji also expressed appreciation for Sabah being chosen to host this year's conference. 'This event not only honours the members of the Commander Conference but also strengthens ties between the Sabah State Government and the Malaysian Armed Forces, especially the Territorial Army,' Hajiji said. Also present were Sabah Head of State Tun Musa Aman and his wife Toh Puan Faridah Tussin, His Royal Highness Brigadier General Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Ibni Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail, Raja Muda of Perlis and Commander of the 504 Territorial Army Regiment, accompanied by Her Royal Highness Raja Puan Muda of Perlis Tuanku Dr Lailatul Shahreen Akashah Khalil. Also present were His Highness Tengku Seri Temenggong Raja Brigadier General Dato' Seri Tengku Baharuddin Ibni Almarhum Sultan Mahmud Al-Muktafi Billah Shah, Commander of the 512 Territorial Army Regiment, and his wife Toh Puan Seri Zuriana binti Ismail. Joining them were Sabah State Assembly Speaker Datuk Seri Kadzim Haji M. Yahya and his wife, Datin Seri Norani Salleh, State Secretary Datuk Seri Safar Untong and his wife Datin Seri Datuk Dr Nuinda Alias, and Federal Secretary for Sabah Datuk Seri Rosli Isa and his wife, Datin Seri Norwani Muhamad Shariff. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
Perlis royals in Kuching for Gawai Parade, RWMF
Tuanku Syed Faizuddin (second left) with Gerald (left) at the KIA today. – Information Department photo KUCHING (June 19): The Raja Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail, and the Raja Puan Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Lailatul Shahreen Akashah Khalil, arrived in Kuching today for a four-day official visit to Sarawak. According to the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas), Their Royal Highnesses touched down at Kuching International Airport (KIA) at 2pm and were warmly welcomed by Deputy State Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, Dato Gerald Rentap Jabu. This evening, the royal couple is expected to attend a private dinner hosted by the Yang di-Pertua Negeri Sarawak, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar. Tomorrow (June 20), Their Royal Highnesses will visit the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre to witness Sarawak's renowned orangutan conservation efforts. In the evening, they are scheduled to attend the Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) at the Sarawak Cultural Village, one of the region's most celebrated cultural and tourism events. The highlight of the visit will take place on Saturday, when Tuanku Syed Faizuddin and Tuanku Lailatul Shahreen are expected to witness the 2025 Gawai Dayak Parade at the Square Tower along Jalan Main Bazaar at the Kuching Waterfront. The parade is a major event in Sarawak's cultural calendar, celebrating the rich heritage and traditions of the Dayak community. Their Royal Highnesses are set to conclude their visit on Sunday evening, departing from KIA to Penang at 7.15pm.
Daily Express
2 days ago
- Politics
- Daily Express
CM backs stronger Territorial Army role in Sabah
Published on: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jun 18, 2025 Text Size: Head of State Tun Musa Aman and His Royal Highness Raja Muda of Perlis Brig Gen Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Ibni Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail, 504 Territorial Army Regiment Commander, attended the dinner accompanied by Hajiji. KOTA KINABALU: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said the Territorial Army Commander Conference (SKAW) in Sabah serves as a vital platform to address key security and defence matters. He expressed support for strengthening the Territorial Army's role as part of the State's security safeguarding, particularly in national borders. Advertisement Hajiji noted the conference will discuss administrative and logistical aspects to further empower the Territorial Army. Given Sabah's proximity to neighbouring countries, he stressed the importance of maintaining security to protect the State's peace and public safety. He made the remarks during a dinner hosted by the State Government in conjunction with the 37th SKAW here on Wednesday. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
The Sun
13-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
RHB Islamic hands over business zakat of RM1 million to MAIPs
KANGAR: RHB Islamic Bank Berhad (RHB Islamic) handed over business zakat of RM1 million to the Perlis Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council (MAIPs) today. Its managing director, Datuk Adissadikin Ali said the total, the highest the bank has ever handed over, rose by RM350,000 compared to last year's RM650,000, and reflected the bank's commitment to strengthen cooperation with the council to empower the asnaf and B40 community. 'The zakat handover marks our continued support towards programmes that have high impact on domestic happiness,' he said during a speech at the handover here today, which was graced by Raja Muda of Perlis Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail, in his capacity of MAIPs president, and with council chief executive officer Mohd Nazim Mohd Noor in attendance. He added that from 2021 till this year, RM532,449 in zakat wakalah has been channelled by the bank to six MAIPs-linked economic empowerment and community programmes, including Harvest Bakery, a sewing and mobile phone repair workshop, which have benefitted almost 200 individuals. 'The projects not only provide skill and practical training but prepares complete facilities to ensure the generation of sustainable income,' he said. He also announced additional contributions of RM313,000 under the 2025 Perlis Asnaf Economic Development Project to finance catfish farming projects at two locations, Jalan Kaki Bukit Paya, Kangar and Taman Desa Asnaf Chuping near Padang Besar.
Barnama
13-06-2025
- Business
- Barnama
RHB Islamic Hands Over Business Zakat Of Rm1 Mln To MAIPs
KANGAR, June 13 (Bernama) -- RHB Islamic Bank Berhad (RHB Islamic) handed over business zakat of RM1 million to the Perlis Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council (MAIPs) today. Its managing director, Datuk Adissadikin Ali said the total, the highest the bank has ever handed over, rose by RM350,000 compared to last year's RM650,000, and reflected the bank's commitment to strengthen cooperation with the council to empower the asnaf and B40 community. 'The zakat handover marks our continued support towards programmes that have high impact on domestic happiness,' he said during a speech at the handover here today, which was graced by Raja Muda of Perlis Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail, in his capacity of MAIPs president, and with council chief executive officer Mohd Nazim Mohd Noor in attendance. He added that from 2021 till this year, RM532,449 in zakat wakalah has been channelled by the bank to six MAIPs-linked economic empowerment and community programmes, including Harvest Bakery, a sewing and mobile phone repair workshop, which have benefitted almost 200 individuals. 'The projects not only provide skill and practical training but prepares complete facilities to ensure the generation of sustainable income,' he said. He also announced additional contributions of RM313,000 under the 2025 Perlis Asnaf Economic Development Project to finance catfish farming projects at two locations, Jalan Kaki Bukit Paya, Kangar and Taman Desa Asnaf Chuping near Padang Besar. BERNAMA provides up-to-date authentic and comprehensive news and information which are disseminated via BERNAMA Wires; BERNAMA TV on Astro 502, unifi TV 631 and MYTV 121 channels and BERNAMA Radio on FM93.9 (Klang Valley), FM107.5 (Johor Bahru), FM107.9 (Kota Kinabalu) and FM100.9 (Kuching) frequencies. Follow us on social media : Facebook : @bernamaofficial , @bernamatv , @bernamaradio Twitter : @ , @BernamaTV , @bernamaradio Instagram : @bernamaofficial , @bernamatvofficial , @bernamaradioofficial TikTok : @bernamaofficial
