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The Sun
8 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Pahang allocates RM8 million aid for 20,000 students in 2025
BANGI: The Pahang state government has allocated RM8 million to provide a one-off financial aid of RM400 to students from the state who are currently pursuing studies at higher learning institutions across the country. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail said the initiative, introduced under the Inisiatif Makmur (IM) Pahang 2025 – Student Cluster, is expected to benefit 20,000 eligible students. He said the aid is an enhancement of the Bantuan Prihatin Pahang programme, which has been in place since 2022. 'The state government recognises that students today face not only academic pressures but also financial challenges. This aid, now in its fourth year under the Student Cluster, reflects our continued commitment to easing their burden. 'From 2022 to 2024, a total of RM26.055 million was allocated for the programme, and this year alone, RM8 million has been set aside,' he told reporters after launching the initiative in Bangi here today. Wan Rosdy also personally handed over the aid to about 450 students from Pahang, including those from the Permata@Pintar Negara Centre at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM). Deputy Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Rahman Mohamad was also present at the event. Looking ahead, Wan Rosdy said the state government would consider increasing the allocation and aid amount if the financial position allows. 'Insya-Allah, we will raise the allocation in the future if the state's finances remain strong. As a caring government, we are committed to ensuring that no one is left behind, especially those who truly need support,' he said.
Barnama
9 hours ago
- Business
- Barnama
RM400 One-Off Aid For 20,000 Pahang Students In Higher Education
BANGI, June 23 (Bernama) -- The Pahang state government has allocated RM8 million to provide a one-off financial aid of RM400 to students from the state who are currently pursuing studies at higher learning institutions across the country. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail said the initiative, introduced under the Inisiatif Makmur (IM) Pahang 2025 – Student Cluster, is expected to benefit 20,000 eligible students. He said the aid is an enhancement of the Bantuan Prihatin Pahang programme, which has been in place since 2022. 'The state government recognises that students today face not only academic pressures but also financial challenges. This aid, now in its fourth year under the Student Cluster, reflects our continued commitment to easing their burden. 'From 2022 to 2024, a total of RM26.055 million was allocated for the programme, and this year alone, RM8 million has been set aside,' he told reporters after launching the initiative in Bangi here today. Wan Rosdy also personally handed over the aid to about 450 students from Pahang, including those from the Permata@Pintar Negara Centre at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM). Deputy Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Rahman Mohamad was also present at the event. Looking ahead, Wan Rosdy said the state government would consider increasing the allocation and aid amount if the financial position allows. 'Insya-Allah, we will raise the allocation in the future if the state's finances remain strong. As a caring government, we are committed to ensuring that no one is left behind, especially those who truly need support,' he said.
New Straits Times
11-06-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
6 years on, Kampung Tiram affordable home buyers still left waiting
KUANTAN: An affordable housing project in Kampung Tiram, Indera Mahkota — once hailed for its innovative elevated design — has left buyers disillusioned six years after its launch. The project, introduced in 2019 by Pahang Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail, featured three-bedroom, two-bathroom units priced at RM80,000. Its unique design elevated the homes to provide parking bays underneath, drawing interest from low- and middle-income buyers. However, the development, comprising 635 units across three phases, remains incomplete. Purchasers say they were initially promised delivery in 2022, only for the developer to later cite Covid-19-related delays. Revised handover dates in 2023 and 2024 have also come and gone, with no significant progress on site. Muhammad Shafiq Mohd Zaki, 36, said many buyers were now burdened with monthly loan repayments of RM250 to RM450, in addition to paying rent elsewhere. "We've been waiting since 2019, yet Phase One isn't even finished. The lack of transparency and broken promises are unacceptable. Since the Menteri Besar officiated the launch, we urged him to intervene. Six years is far too long for an affordable housing project," he said during a site visit. Another buyer, Mohamad Nabil Fikri Mohamad Najib, 39, claimed the project site was now overrun with weeds and lacked proper security. "We applied in 2016 and were selected as buyers in 2019. I've heard the show units are being used by workers. We just want some real progress," he said. The project falls under the purview of the Pahang government, while the Pahang Housing and Real Estate Board (LPHP) has acknowledged the delays. In a statement, LPHP said it inspected the site on April 14 and instructed the developer to increase manpower. "The report was submitted to the developer on April 22. Phase One involves 286 units, and physical progress stood at 44 per cent as of March. Subject to technical approvals, completion is expected by March next year," LPHP said. The agency also apologised for the inconvenience, particularly the financial strain placed on affected buyers. Semambu assemblyman Chan Chun Kuang said he had previously been informed the project would be completed last year and will now raise the issue again with the state government.
Barnama
26-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Felda, Pahang Govt Work Together To Strengthen FGV Strategic Position
BENTONG, May 26 (Bernama) -- The presence of the Pahang government as one of the persons acting in concert (PAC) in the unconditional voluntary takeover of FGV Holdings Bhd (FGV) remaining shares by the Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) is capable of strengthening FGC's strategic position. Felda chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Shabery Cheek said the move not only sped up Felda's efforts to achieve 90 per cent share ownership as stipulated by but also showed the Bursa Malaysia, but showed the Pahang's willingness to work together with the federal agency to develop the national plantation sector. The close cooperation with the state government provides room for more synergy in empowering the economic status of settlers. "Now Felda has 82 per cent and the other biggest shareholders are the state government of Pahang, with five per cent. Without that five per cent, we can't meet the 90 per cent threshold set by Bursa Malaysia (to take over FGV). "With this, the process of obtaining 90 per cent is closer, and at the same time, this agreement will make ties between the Pahang government and Felda a close and important one where many decisions will be considered together,' he said at a media conference after a Felda gathering with Pahang Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail here today, which was also attended by Felda managing director Datuk Dr Suzana Idayu Wati Osman. Meanwhile, Wan Rosdy said Pahang's participation in the takeover demonstrated its commitment to be part of the national agenda to support state economic growth, FGV's continuity and the welfare of Felda settlers. "I would like to assure that the state government will continue to support all of Felda's main agendas, including redevelopment of old settlements, upgrading public infrastructure, assessing property values and uplifting the quality of life for settlers, especially the new generation,' he said. FGV accepted the voluntary unconditional takeover offer from Felda, which is aimed at regaining the remaining unowned shares. A notice issued by Maybank Investment Bank Bhd on behalf of Felda stated that the offer suggested a cash payment of RM1.30 per share for all FGV ordinary shares not held by Felda.
The Sun
26-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Felda, Pahang g'ovt work together to strengthen FGV strategic position
BENTONG: The presence of the Pahang government as one of the persons acting in concert (PAC) in the unconditional voluntary takeover of FGV Holdings Bhd (FGV) remaining shares by the Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) is capable of strengthening FGC's strategic position. Felda chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Shabery Cheek said the move not only sped up Felda's efforts to achieve 90 per cent share ownership as stipulated by but also showed the Bursa Malaysia, but showed the Pahang's willingness to work together with the federal agency to develop the national plantation sector. The close cooperation with the state government provides room for more synergy in empowering the economic status of settlers. 'Now Felda has 82 per cent and the other biggest shareholders are the state government of Pahang, with five per cent. Without that five per cent, we can't meet the 90 per cent threshold set by Bursa Malaysia (to take over FGV). 'With this, the process of obtaining 90 per cent is closer, and at the same time, this agreement will make ties between the Pahang government and Felda a close and important one where many decisions will be considered together,' he said at a media conference after a Felda gathering with Pahang Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail here today, which was also attended by Felda managing director Datuk Dr Suzana Idayu Wati Osman. Meanwhile, Wan Rosdy said Pahang's participation in the takeover demonstrated its commitment to be part of the national agenda to support state economic growth, FGV's continuity and the welfare of Felda settlers. 'I would like to assure that the state government will continue to support all of Felda's main agendas, including redevelopment of old settlements, upgrading public infrastructure, assessing property values and uplifting the quality of life for settlers, especially the new generation,' he said. FGV accepted the voluntary unconditional takeover offer from Felda, which is aimed at regaining the remaining unowned shares. A notice issued by Maybank Investment Bank Bhd on behalf of Felda stated that the offer suggested a cash payment of RM1.30 per share for all FGV ordinary shares not held by Felda. As of May 20, the total of FGV issued shares is valued at RM7.02 billion, including 3.64 billion ordinary shares and one special share held by Minister of Finance (Incorporated). Besides the Pahang government, other PACs include Felda wholly-owned subsidiary, Felda Asset Holdings Company Sdn Bhd.
