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6 foreigners buying
3 passing anti-party subsidised petrol

hopping bill

ON FRIDAY APRIL 8, 2022 TEMPTING TREATS ... Trader Muhammad Abqari

No. 8003 PP 2644/12/2012 (031195) Saad applying a generous serving of cheese gravy on his
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Masjid Bandar Perda Ramadan Bazaar in Bukit Mertajam,
Penang yesterday. – MASRY CHE ANI/THESUN

No protection
█ BY SHIVANI SUPRAMANI oHouse buyers at mercy of developers
[email protected] that delay projects, with many unable to
afford litigation to seek compensation
PETALING JAYA: Imagine
purchasing your dream home, “Each time we asked them about the helpless and frustrated with the
only to suffer financial loss at the rest of the money, they would send us situation.”
hands of developers who abandon away with different excuses.” Another house buyer, who wanted
or delay the project. to be known only as Bernard, 51, went
Premila and her husband encountered through a similar ordeal.
Premila Pauline, 55, told theSun the first the same predicament when they decided “I had to pay progressive interest
property she and her husband bought was to purchase their second home, a landed to the bank due to the prolonged
delayed for four years before they received property in Kampung Lombong, Jenjarom. period of construction of the
the keys. housing development. It started
“The house cost RM150,000 and it took with a small amount but eventually,
“We bought a small apartment in us six years before we could call it our the cost increased and I still had no
Kampung Melayu Subang, that cost us home,” she said, adding that they had idea when I would get my property.
about RM94,000 in 1996, hoping to raise financial difficulties throughout the “I was paying an additional
our three children there and not have to journey to own their homes. RM300 a month for the progressive
pay rent anymore,” she said. interest, which at the end would not
“We were paying the banks a benefit me. It frustrated me daily,”
Unfortunately, the developer delayed progressive interest for both houses while he said.
the project. juggling rent to keep a roof over our heads When Bernard asked to be Turn to
and paying for household expenditures. As
When Premila sought an explanation, parents to two kindergarten-going compensated by the developer, —
she was told that the project had to be children and a premature newborn, there he received a similar response
paused because the company was having were additional costs that we did not plan page 2
financial issues and could not continue. on having,” she said.
as in Premila’s first case.
“We had to file a court case against the “Rental was an extra RM1,000. We felt
developer for compensation. They
promised to pay us RM7,000 out of
RM14,000, that was in accordance with the
Sale and Purchase Agreement that we
signed. However, we were only paid a
measly RM1,200 in the end.

2 theSUN ON FRIDAY | APRIL 8, 2022 Concern over poor living
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RM285m allocation o Taman Melawati residents unhappy labourers doing are made, did they not see the poor conditions
for Sabah, Sarawak remedial work at landslide-hit hillslope forced to sleep the workers are living in?”
agrofood sector in makeshift tents
Azhari added that there are also concerns
KOTA KINABALU: The Agriculture and █ BY SURAYA ALI a safe and suitable place to live in. They have about how safety barriers and cones have been
Food Industries Ministry has allocated [email protected] been sleeping on the side of the road, shielded put on the road, which do not meet the safety
about RM135 million to develop the KUALA LUMPUR: Residents of Taman from the elements by only canvas and boards standards of the Public Works Department.
agrofood sector in Sabah this year. Melawati are concerned about the deplorable for the past few months,” he said
conditions of the makeshift living quarters of The council’s public relations officer
Its minister Datuk Seri Dr Ronald construction workers carrying out remedial Azhari confirmed that the Labour Norhayati Ahmad said it was aware of the
Kiandee said the allocation was for work at a hillslope in Jalan Taman Melawati 3. Department and the Ampang Jaya Municipal residents’ concerns, and action would be taken
departments and agencies under the Council have been informed of the matter. immediately.
ministry, including the Malaysian The workers have been using makeshift
Agricultural Research and Development tents, and a hut they built for shelter since they “Last week officials from the Labour “I have contacted the engineering
Institute (Mardi) Sabah to spur the growth began repair works on the slope last December. Department came to visit but were unable to department for immediate action and removal
of the industry, based on the state’s food hand a summons as the employer could not be of the makeshift tents for the workers.”
sources. Taman Melawati Residents Association identified.”
chairman Azhari Taharim said the remedial Norhayati said contractors assigned to any
In the case of Sarawak, Ronald said the works are being carried out following a Azhari claimed that the municipal council work by the council must adhere to its
ministry had allocated about RM150 landslide at the hillside due to non-stop heavy could not confirm what action it would take. guidelines, including providing decent housing
million to develop the sector’s potential in rains on Dec 18 and 19. for workers and adhering to all safety guidelines.
achieving the objectives outlined in the “What is the council’s engineering
National Agrofood Policy 2.0. “The foreign workers have not been provided department doing after it hired the contractor? Ampang Jaya Municipal Council’s Taman
Why was there no monitoring by the Melawati councillor Razif Hasan said that he too
“We have talked a lot about the agrofood department since last year? If it says site visits had alerted the relevant authorities, and
sector as we want to ensure the country’s confirmed that action is being taken.
food supply security. This is contained in
the National Agrofood Policy 2.0, to enable He said the project’s contractor is
the sector to contribute to the country’s responsible for all workers as well as site safety,
gross domestic product and economic and if necessary, the council should terminate
development. the contract and hire a new contractor.

“It is also geared towards ensuring that
the sector will move in tandem with
Industrial Revolution 4.0 through the use of
modern technology, lower production costs
and less labour dependency, as well as
profit maximisation,” he said after a working
visit to Sabah Mardi yesterday.

Ronald said Sabah Mardi played an
important role in promoting new
agriculture technology, entrepreneurial
development and research in agriculture
and the food industry, besides providing
food sample analysis services for the
purpose of labelling the products of local
entrepreneurs. – Bernama

Malaysia to chair The squalid ‘living quarters’ of the workers in Taman Melawati. – SYED AZAHAR SYED OSMAN/THESUN
global road
safety alliance Terengganu ranks second in rehabilitating idle land

KUALA LUMPUR: Universiti Putra KUALA TERENGGANU: The Terengganu develop idle land. Agricultural Disaster Fund as the existing
Malaysia Faculty of Medicine and Health government has rehabilitated 1,000ha of the “The allocation is channelled to build allocation of RM1 million had been
Sciences department of community health state’s 8,000ha of idle land with various disbursed to more than 600 farmers,
professor Dr Kulanthayan KC Mani was agricultural projects since 2008, said State infrastructure facilities such as perimeter breeders and cage-fish operators affected by
announced as the new chair of the board of Agriculture, Food Industry, Plantation, fencing and drainage systems as well as for the floods in February, Bernama reported.
directors of Global Alliance of Non- Commodity and Rural Development clearing works, involving RM20,000 per
Governmental Organisations for Road Committee chairman Dr Azman Ibrahim. hectare of idle land,” he said after breaking “The fund receives an allocation of RM1
Safety. fast with the media on Wednesday. million a year, but losses due to the recent
He said the success placed Terengganu floods were huge, amounting to RM12.9
The university, based in Serdang, second among other states in the country in He said the idle land either belonged to million.
Selangor, said in a statement yesterday that efforts to rehabilitate idle land last year. individuals or companies and had not been
Kulanthayan, who has been a board developed for three consecutive years. “Therefore, we have submitted an
member of the organisation since 2019, is “We are in second place after Pahang. In application to the Agriculture and Food
the third person to chair the alliance since fact, Terengganu is the only state that makes Azman said the state government had Industries Ministry so that the additional
its inception, and the first from Asia, after an allocation of RM1 million a year to applied to the federal government for an allocation could be used this year.”
Jeffrey Witte and Rochelle Sobel, both from additional allocation for the Terengganu
the United States.

He will hold the position for a two-year
term from 2022 to 2024.

In his acceptance speech, Kulanthayan
pledged to do his best to achieve the target
of 50% reduction in the number of deaths
and injuries as set in the Global Plan for the
Decade of Action for Road Safety 2021-2030.

He called on all member countries to get
their leaders to attend a high-level meeting
on Global Road Safety in New York
scheduled for June 30.

Born in Kota Baru, Kelantan,
Kulanthayan, who is the 2017 recipient of
the Prince Michael International Road
Safety Award, has been a member of the
National Road Safety Council of Malaysia
since 2013 and a road safety affiliate
member of the Malaysian Institute of Road
Safety Research since 2020. – Bernama

‘Govt should compel developers to pay compensation for late or non-delivery of homes’

“The developer blatantly “As a house buyer, what is compensation from the not afford lawyers or take time the government to act on the
and nonchalantly told me the safety net that I have to developer and why isn’t the from their daily lives to deal with issue?
that the firm could not pay From guarantee that I will get the government backing us in our such issues. “If developers continue to avoid
me because it did not have property in the timeframe struggle?” compensation, then the
the money. Eventually, a front that was promised? With all He added that the property he “Knowing that most developers government should compel them
page take advantage of this, why isn’t
there a system that allows house
counter offer was made but I approvals given by the purchased in Subang was in a buyers to lodge complaints against to pay the buyers and threaten to
never got the compensation,” he government to a developer, why project sought mainly by those in errant developers that would allow shut their businesses down if they
said. can’t buyers demand lower income groups who could refuse to comply,” he said.

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THIRST QUENCHERS ... 250,000 travellers
Traders busy packing crossed Malaysian
colourful drinks for the borders since April 1
breaking of fast at a stall
at the Masjid Bandar PUTRAJAYA: A total of 252,730 travellers were
Perda Ramadan bazaar in recorded to have entered and left Malaysia
Bukit Mertajam yesterday. through the main entry points over a four-day
– MASRY CHE ANI/THESUN period since the re-opening of the country’s
border on April 1, said Immigration director-
Concerns over delay in general Datuk Seri Khairul Dzaimee Daud.
tabling anti-hopping bill
Of the total recorded, he said, 126,392 were
o However, Putrajaya determined to see through the National Professors Council senior fellow arrivals and 28,301 departures involving
passage of laws meant to discourage defections by MP Dr Jeniri Amir said people are unhappy and Malaysians, while 55,121 arrivals and 42,916
tired of waiting for the enactment, which was departures involved foreign travellers.
█ BY SIVAA TANGAI RAJU specifically to prevent MP from switching expected to be tabled next week.
[email protected] parties. He said the country’s gateway at the Sultan
PETALING JAYA: The postponement of the “The postponement is related to the Iskandar Building in Johor recorded the
anti-party hopping bill, which will not be “A preliminary draft of the bill will be definition of what constitutes party hopping. highest movement involving foreigners, at
tabled in the Dewan Rakyat on Monday as distributed to the committee before April 11,” The bill has to be gazetted before GE15, 160,818, followed by KL International Airport
anticipated, has raised concerns among they said. otherwise it will defeat the purpose of ensuring (38,407), Sultan Abu Bakar Complex, Johor
citizens. political stability and preventing people from (53,113), klia2 (11,712) and Bukit Kayu Hitam,
They also revealed that the special Dewan jumping from one party to another. If you don’t Kedah (6,980).
The delay is due to constitutional Rakyat sitting on April 11 has been extended settle this issue before the election, then it’s
amendments to be made before its until April 12. As for the new bill, they said meaningless,” he said. The highest number of travellers were from
implementation. another special Dewan Rakyat sitting would be Singapore (65,165), Thailand (7,841),
called by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail On the other hand, University of Tasmania Indonesia (5,173), India (2,477) and the
However, Bernama reported that Putrajaya Sabri Yaakob “soon”. political analyst James Chin said the United Kingdom (1,485), Khairul Dzaimee
yesterday renewed vows to see through the postponement may be due to concerns voiced said in a statement yesterday.
passage of laws meant to discourage MP from Wan Junaidi met MOU committee by Cabinet ministers about the law, which
switching parties. members at a hotel in Kuala Lumpur at noon could not be resolved by themselves. On March 8, Prime Minister Datuk Seri
yesterday. This follows the minister’s Ismail Sabri Yaakob announced that the
The pledge was made during a meeting confirmation that the Cabinet wants changes “Normally when they say they cannot agree, country’s borders would be reopened on April
between Minister in the Prime Minister’s to the anti-party hopping bill that was it means there were questions raised by 1 in line with the country’s plan to transition to
Department (Parliament and Law) Datuk Seri supposed to be tabled on April 11. Cabinet ministers about the bill which could the endemic phase.
Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and members of the not be answered during their meeting. People
Joint Steering Committee on Transformation He also expressed frustration over the forget that this is already a law in two states,” On the issuance of international Malaysian
and Political Stability, better known in political Cabinet’s decision to defer the tabling of the Chin said. passports, Khairul Dzaimee said the
circles as the “MOU committee”. anti-hopping bill as he had been working on it Immigration Department had issued 12,923
for eight months. Meanwhile, Universiti Malaya political copies during the same period.
In a joint statement between Wan Junaidi analyst Dr Awang Azman Awang Pawi said
and committee chairman Saifuddin Nasution With 90 MP from Harapan on board, Ismail public perception suggests that any delay in “The number is expected to continue to
Ismail, the two said both the government and Sabri’s government will only need to deliver 57 tabling the bill would be seen as an excuse to increase as more people are taking advantage
Pakatan Harapan agreed to support a votes to secure a two-thirds majority and pass delay GE15. of the opening of borders to travel abroad as
constitutional amendment bill. the bill. well as to perform the umrah,” he said.
He also said it would be challenging to
This will create an “enabling clause” in Political analysts had earlier expressed the accelerate the implementation of this Khairul Dzaimee said the reopening of the
Article 10 that will facilitate a new law belief that it is essential to execute the law legislation since many members of the Cabinet country’s borders saw an increase in the
before GE15, even though it had been gazetted had also party-hopped. movement of foreign travellers into the
in two states – Sabah and Kelantan. country by 76.4%, and the issuance of
“(The definition for) party hopping is still international Malaysian passports increased
unclear and needs to be further refined, but by 38.2%.
this is also seen as an excuse to delay GE15.”
He reminded locals and international
‘Sirim certification must not affect mask prices’ travellers to always adhere to the general
travel protocol set by the Health Ministry, as
KUALA LUMPUR: The MS Sirim certification epidemic control management and not and head of medicine department, Faculty of well as immigration regulations.
and marking from Sirim QAS International burden the traders or consumers,” she told Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti
Sdn Bhd for non-medical face masks will Bernama when contacted yesterday. Malaysia Sabah Dr Alvin Oliver Payus said “For Malaysians, they are advised to check
hopefully not affect the price of the product in although the gazetting was to ensure that face the blacklist records at the Immigration
the market. She was commenting on the ministry’s masks in the market meet the standards, any Department’s portal or kiosks at KLIA,” he
statement on Tuesday that all manufacturers price increase will not be appropriate as it said. – Bernama
Universiti Putra Malaysia medical and importers of non-medical face masks does not affect the manufacturing and
epidemiologist and biostatistician Assoc Prof must apply for MS Sirim certification and delivery process. Malacca includes quit
Dr Malina Osman said the price of a product labelling from Sirim QAS International Sdn and parcel rent
that needs to be verified or certified by a Bhd effective July 4. The quality of face masks sold online and payments via JomPAY
certain agency could sometimes be more bought directly from China, for example, is
expensive than before. The ruling comes on the heels of the somewhat doubtful. MALACCA: Malacca residents can now
gazetting of the Trade Descriptions make their quit and parcel rent payments
“The government’s decision, through the (Certification and Marking) of Non-Medical “Some non-medical face masks have using the JomPAY service.
Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Face Mask Order 2022 under the Trade certain standards, for example KN95, it meets
Ministry, is indeed a good one to protect Descriptions Act 2011. Chinese standards while N95 meets US Chief Minister Datuk Seri Sulaiman Md
individuals from getting infected with Covid- standards, as well as Malaysia’s, but for those Ali said the facility was introduced on March
19, as well as to avoid the dumping of poor Malina said any price increase would bought online directly from China, it is 1 for the convenience of 360,000 landowners
quality face masks in the market. definitely affect consumers because face difficult for us to ensure the quality,” he said. and 40,000 strata title owners to settle their
masks are now a part of our daily lives and for annual taxes.
“This gazettement is appropriate and traders, they may suffer losses if they cannot Alvin also hoped that the government
should have been implemented earlier. I just clear the existing stock by July 4. would give some flexibility to traders to clear “As of March 31, a total of 11,000
hope that its enforcement would focus on the the existing stock. transactions were recorded through JomPAY
Meanwhile, internal medicine specialist with a total of RM1.5 million in payments
collected.

“It is hoped that this effort will facilitate
taxpayers in fulfilling their responsibilities
and take advantage of the 10% discount for
quit rent and parcel rent that is still ongoing,”
he told a press conference at Seri Negri
yesterday.

Sulaiman said 42 banks are participating
in the programme, with the state government
bearing the 40 sen transaction fee.

He said AmBank, which is one of the
participating banks, is holding a lucky draw
for consumers, with prizes worth RM10,000,
to encourage taxpayers to use the JomPAY
service.

In another development, Sulaiman, who
is also the Malacca United Soccer
Association president, urged the
management of the Malacca United Football
Club to settle the three-month salary arrears
of its players.

“You need to pay their salaries in full ...
you cannot pick and choose (who to pay) as
they have signed the contract. Otherwise, it
will dampen the spirit of the players and
that’s not good. They also have
commitments,” he said. – Bernama

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IIUM food bank aims to increase capacity

o More donors needed to replenish supplies as additional students, even contributors to purchase Student Food Bank programme to
non-B40 individuals, collecting items from facility during Ramadan non-perishable foods such as instant obtain selected meals for students,
noodles, biscuits, oats, drinks and especially the ready-to-eat ones for
█ BY IMAN MUTTAQIN more food items for the growing The concept is like a one-stop basic sanitary supplies, as well as sahur.
[email protected] number of participants. centre where students can collect Covid-19 test kits.
PETALING JAYA: Over 150 students food items they need,” she told He said the Student Food Bank
at the International Islamic IIUM student union welfare theSun. She said students are welcome to programme is initiated in
University Malaysia (IIUM) have officer Izzati Zakariah said the food take light snacks for breaking of fast collaboration with the ministry,
access to its food bank. But not all of bank could alleviate the burden of Izzati said initially the food bank or for sahur from the Wadi Budi universities, strategic partners, and
them are from the B40 group. students with financial difficulties. was limited to 150 students. building at the university. contributors to help underprivileged
students.
Hence, the university’s student “The student union has decided to However, they are looking for Yayasan Food Bank Malaysia chief
union is doubling its efforts, reopen its food bank after a more donors as they expect more operating officer Johan Halid said “Ready-to-eat meals such as
especially during Ramadan, to obtain four-month break due to limited would register with the food bank. universities can apply for food bank instant noodles and pre-cooked
stock during the holy month, donations from Domestic Trade and meals are convenient for students,
compared with last year,” said Izzati. She added that the student union Consumer Affairs Ministry through especially during Ramadan. The
received donations from various the Food Bank programme. distribution should be done in a
coordinated manner to avoid food
Johan said those in need of food wastage,” he said.
items could refer to the ministry’s

Haj expected to cost more than RM25,000 44,376 children
fully vaccinated
KUALA LUMPUR: Lembaga Tabung Haji According to TH, the cost of haj is the Prospective pilgrims have been reminded
(TH) expects the cost of performing haj for direct cost paid to obtain services to perform to make early preparations in terms of health KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 44,376 children
pilgrims this year to increase to more than the religious rituals such as flights and and expenses even though the Saudi aged between five and 11 have completed the
RM25,000 per person following the hike in accommodation, which covers about 70% of government has yet to make an official two doses of the Covid-19 vaccine under the
taxes and new service charges imposed by the the total cost. announcement on the haj pilgrimage for this National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme
Saudi government. year. for Children as of Wednesday.
“Other costs include food, bus transport,
TH said this represents a 12% increase in tents in Arafah and Mina as well as mutawif “Although the haj has been postponed Based on the CovidNOW website, a total of
cost for pilgrims compared with RM22,900 in services for 40 to 45 days. twice since the outbreak of Covid-19 in 2020, 1,353,370 children or 38.1% have received at
2019. TH continues to prepare for the haj, taking least one dose of the vaccine.
“Almost all of these services, which are into account the current situation and
“This 12% increase takes into account the provided in Saudi Arabia, have been affected developments in Saudi Arabia,” it said. For adolescents aged between 12 and 17, a
hike in value-added tax (VAT) from 5% to 15% by the increase in VAT and inflation rates total of 2,855,208 or 91.8% have completed the
and some additional service charges,” TH said there.” TH Haj executive director Datuk Seri Syed vaccination and 2,953,452 or 95% have received
in a statement yesterday. Saleh Syed Abdul Rahman said the cost of haj their first dose.
TH will also fully bear the indirect costs, increased every year due to inflation in Saudi
“This does not take into account the hike amounting to RM60 million annually, that Arabia, foreign currency movements, A total of 15,888,368 adults or 67.5% have
in various costs with the new standard covers the cost of haj preparation courses, improved services and development in received the booster dose, while 22,955,102 or
operating procedures (SOP) that will be publication of handbooks, health services and Makkah and Madinah. – Bernama 97.6% have completed both vaccine doses and
implemented this year,” it said. services of haj staff. 23,232,340 or 98.8% have received one dose.

The Health Ministry’s GitHub portal
reported 32 deaths due to Covid-19 on
Wednesday. Johor and Selangor recording
seven deaths each, followed by Perak five,
Terengganu four and three each in Kedah and
Malacca. – Bernama

Recoveries surpass
new cases: Health DG

KUALA LUMPUR: The country’s Covid-19
recovered cases exceeded the number of new
infections on Wednesday when 21,029 were
reported, bringing the cumulative number of
recoveries to 4,083,183.

Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor
Hisham Abdullah said new cases remained
below the 15,000 mark for five consecutive days,
but showed a slight increase to 12,105 from
12,017 on Tuesday, bringing the cumulative
total of cases to 4,280,591, Bernama reported.

“Of the new cases, 564 were admitted to
hospitals with 221 or 39.2% of cases in
categories three, four and five, while 343 or
60.8% were in categories one and two,” he said.

On the use of specialised health facilities,
Noor Hisham said only Selangor recorded over
50% usage of intensive care unit beds at 55%.

PRICE CHECKS ... Vegetable seller S. Selvam (right) showing the cost of scallions to Consumer Association of Penang president Mohideen Abdul Move to curb spread
Kader at the Pulau Tikus market in Penang yesterday. – BERNAMAPIX of African swine fever

Classical dancer launches book on Indian festival GEORGE TOWN: Penang has approved the
gazetting of the African Swine Fever (ASF)
NEW DELHI: Kuala Lumpur-based Sutra in November 2021, is a joint publication by Sutra Foundation’s book launches and Disease Control Order to curb the spread of the
Foundation has introduced its Ramli’s Sutra Foundation and KL Jazz and performances in India attracted an disease in the state.
newly published book on a famous Indian Arts Centre. impressive turnout. Ramli and Sutra’s
religious festival in three cities in India. principal dancer Geethika Sree gave an Odissi State Agrotechnology and Food Safety, Rural
“It is not only a unique record of a rare dance performance at the April 2 book launch Development and Health Committee chairman
The Kumbh Mela book is inspired by a Malaysia-India cultural experience, but also in Bhubaneswar, with similar shows Dr Norlela Ariffin said the gazetting was
show performed by Malaysia’s leading provides foreigners a glimpse into one of the accompanying the events in Chennai and approved on Wednesday during the state
exponent of the Odissi Indian classical dance world’s biggest Hindu religious celebrations,” Puducherry on Tuesday and Wednesday. executive council meeting after taking into
Datuk Ramli Ibrahim and his team at the 2019 Ramli told Bernama. account several ASF-related factors.
Kumbh congregation in Prayagraj city, “In Chennai, it was an evening of joy as we
formerly known as Allahabad, in the state of The High Commission of India in Malaysia met up with many dancers and visual artistes “The gazetting of this order will give the
Uttar Pradesh. has ordered 200 copies, he said, adding that whom I had not seen for more than two and a Penang Veterinary Services Department (DVS)
he was encouraged by the attention the book half years,” Ramli said. more comprehensive powers to immediately
The 196-page coffee table book, published received in India’s cultural circles. control the spread of ASF in pig farms as stated
in Section 36 of the Animals Act 1953 (Act 647),”
she said in a statement yesterday.

DVS had confirmed that ASF had been
detected in wild boars in Bidor and Sungkai in
Perak, Jerantut in Pahang and a commercial pig
farm in Bidor, Perak. – Bernama

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KUALA TERENGGANU: Two men
█ BY MUHAMMAD YUSRY o Kioskoperatorswhoallowsalewould purchasing RON95 petrol to remind who were shot dead by police in
[email protected] also face stern action, says minister them that they are not allowed Kampung Simpang Tokku on
PETALING JAYA: The Petrol Dealers to do so. Tuesday were identified as suspects
Association of Malaysia (PDAM) has filling up RON95 fuel at petrol Adding to this, PDAM in a murder case and also members
urged authorities to pass a law to stations, which had gone viral on vice-president Shahnaz Khan said In a Facebook post, former prime of a drug trafficking syndicate that has
prosecute foreigners who purchase social media after Malaysia petrol station dealers can monitor minister Datuk Seri Najib Abdul been active in the state for the past
subsidised RON95 petrol, which is reopened its borders on April 1. foreign vehicles entering their Razak said the subsidy given for 10 years.
reserved for Malaysians. premises. RON95 in Malaysia is around
The country had imposed a ban RM1.70 per litre. Terengganu police chief Datuk
“There is currently no law under on the sale of RON95 petrol to “They must decline to sell RON95 Rohaimi Md Isa said one of the
which foreigners could be foreigners since August 2010. petrol when there are not many “If foreigners fill 40 litres of suspects was identified as “Nuar
prosecuted for purchasing customers. But at peak hours, the RON95, the government will lose Taman”, aged 29, and the other was
subsidised petrol in Malaysia. In a statement last Sunday, petrol station operators cannot RM68 of the people’s money to identified as 25-year-old “Pendi
Malaysians must immediately Domestic Trade and Consumer control everyone, especially those foreigners,” he said. Buaya” from Marang.
inform the petrol station’s cashier Affairs Minister Datuk Seri who pay for petrol at the pump using
about the illegal purchase by Alexander Nanta Linggi, warned that a credit card. The ministry has received seven “One of them had eight records,
foreigners if they witness such petrol station operators who allowed complaints regarding the alleged while the other had 11 records for
situations,” said PDAM president foreign-registered vehicles to “Furthermore, most petrol misappropriation of RON95 petrol drug-related offences. They were
Datuk Khairul Annuar. purchase RON95 petrol would face stations in Malaysia operate on a involving foreign-registered vehicles known drug addicts in the state,
stern action. self-service method, so it is hard to since the reopening of borders. including in the Felda area,” he said
He proposed a system at petrol see who is at the petrol pump after the handing over of duties by
stations to detect and bar foreign- Domestic Trade and Consumer because we lack the manpower to Domestic Trade and Consumer outgoing Terengganu criminal
registered credit cards from being Affairs Ministry Johor director Mohd monitor the stations,” he said. Affairs Ministry enforcement investigation department Head ACP
used for transactions for the Hairul Anuar Bohro said petrol director Azman Adam said the cases Mohd Marzukhi Mohd Mokhtar to
purchase of RON95 petrol. dealers should take proactive Shahnaz also suggested were reported in Johor and two former Kuala Terengganu deputy
measures to curb such transactions. Malaysians who notice foreigners petrol stations were being district police chief ACP Suffian
Khairul was commenting on investigated. Sulaiman.
videos of foreign-registered cars
“If RON95 petrol is used by Mohd Marzukhi has been
foreigners, it will affect the supply to appointed as the principal assistant
our people,” said Azman. director (Training/examination/
competency) in the training division
Norwegian of the Management Department at
diving coach Bukit Aman police headquarters.
found safe, three
still missing According to Rohaimi, the two
suspects are believed to be
MERSING: Norwegian diving coach He said the Indonesian Search towards the south of the island. Grodem waiting to be taken responsible for the death of a 41-year-
Kristine Grodem, one of the four and Relief Agency and Singaporean The Maritime Department has to hospital for treatment old man, who was shot by the
foreign divers who were reported authorities were informed of the yesterday – BERNAMAPIX roadside in Kampung Pasir Tinggi,
missing while diving off Pulau incident involving the four divers, issued a notice to ships sailing in the Earlier, Grodem arrived at the Hulu Terengganu on March 5.
Tokong Sanggol on Wednesday, has who are believed to be drifting area to assist the divers if they Mersing Mini Stadium by helicopter – Bernama
been found safe about 30 nautical encounter them. at 12.05pm and was then taken to
miles from the site. Mersing Hospital in an ambulance. Mosque
– Bernama donation box
Johor Malaysian Maritime theft suspect
Enforcement Agency (MMEA) nabbed
director First Admiral Nurul Hizam
Zakaria said Grodem, 35, who was in MALACCA: Police have detained a
a full diving suit with equipment, man known as “Bang Chik” for
was found floating by a tugboat en suspected involvement in 23 cases of
route from Indonesia to Thailand at stealing money from donation boxes
8.15am in the waters off Tanjung in surau and mosques in Malacca
Sedili, Kota Tinggi. since January, involving losses
of RM5,650.
“She was then transferred to an
MMEA helicopter and taken to State police chief Datuk Zainol
Mersing for treatment. Samah said the 33-year-old suspect
was picked up in a raid on a house in
“The search for the remaining Pantai Puteri at about 12.15am on
divers, Alexia Alexandra, 18, Adrian April 1.
Peter, 46, and Nathen Renze, 14, is
ongoing using the assets of the He said the suspect admitted to
rescue team,” he said at the Mersing committing the offences involving
District Office public jetty yesterday. 16 cases in Central Malacca, Alor
Gajah (six cases) and Jasin (one
He said the sea search covered an case).
area of 107 nautical miles while the
air search covered 270 nautical “The suspect committed the
miles, focusing on the southern part crimes alone between midnight and
of the site. 5am and he also admitted to being
involved in similar crimes in Negri
“Grodem drifted south and was Sembilan,” he said in a statement
found in the waters off Tanjung yesterday.
Sedili. She is in stable condition and
sustained no serious injuries.” Zainol said investigations
revealed that the unemployed man
Macau scammers set sights on Tabung Haji accounts used the money for daily expenses,
repairing motorcycles and to buy
█ BY CHARLES RAMENDRAN He said investigations showed to gain access not just to funds in isolated areas to avoid being drugs, adding that the suspect, who
[email protected] that the victims were those who had savings accounts but the Tabung detected by the authorities, was remanded until yesterday, had
KUALA LUMPUR: Macau scam linked their Tabung Haji accounts Haji accounts linked to it. scammers randomly call their 19 records, 13 involving criminal
syndicates are now going after funds with their commercial bank victims by phone, impersonating offences and six involving drugs.
kept in Tabung Haji accounts. accounts. “Please do not share details of police and members of other
your personal online banking enforcement agencies, aiming to He also said such thefts had
Federal police Commercial Kamarudin said this had allowed account. This is the message we strike fear in their victims by increased by 24 cases to 41 in the
Crimes Investigations Department the syndicates to access and siphon have repeatedly sent out to the claiming they were sought by the first three months of this year
director Comm Datuk Kamarudin off the Tabung Haji savings of the public and will continue doing so in authorities over money-laundering, compared with 17 cases in the
Md Din said 65 police reports victims. our efforts to stop people from falling drug trafficking or other crimes. corresponding period last year.
involving the loss of RM3.6 million in victim to scammers,” he said.
Tabung Haji funds have been He said the victims shared their Victims who shared confidential “The increasing trend is
received since January. personal online banking details such Organised and operating from banking details with the scammers worrying. Therefore, an ‘Op Tabung’
as passwords and account numbers call centres often from houses, had their savings stolen. task force has been set up to track
with the scammers, enabling them apartments and shophouses in down suspects involved and curb
the rise in such crimes,” he said.
– Bernama

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Jokowi seeks to end Yemen leader
speculation on term extension transfers power
to new council

RIYADH: Yemen’s president
announced yesterday he is handing
his powers to a new leadership
council, in a major shake-up in the
The idea of extending his term term limits could also be on the table. coalition battling Huthi rebels as a
oMinisters ordered to cease calls has fuelled concerns about a threat First elected in 2014, Jokowi fragile ceasefire takes hold.
for constitutional amendment to hard-won democratic reforms, “I irreversibly delegate to this
or postponement of elections with critics slamming what they say retains a high approval rating, but a presidential leadership council my
are his ambiguous responses to the recent poll by Saiful Mujani full powers,” Abedrabbo Mansour
proposal. Research and Consulting shows that Hadi said in a televised statement
Jokowi has consistently said he more than 70% of Indonesians reject early yesterday, the final day of Yemen
would abide by the constitution the extension plan. talks held in the Saudi capital Riyadh.
JAKARTA: Indonesian President The president, better known as without addressing what he might Abedrabbo’s internationally
Joko Widodo has sought to rein in Jokowi, ordered his Cabinet this do if the law was amended to allow Jokowi’s comments marked “a recognised government has been
speculation that he intends to stay in week to stop bringing up the idea him to seek a third term. partial step toward reining in the locked in conflict with Iran-backed
office beyond his legally mandated and instead focus on addressing Supporters of the idea said Jokowi postponement campaign”, said Huthi rebels who control the capital
two terms, ordering ministers this economic hardships being faced by needs more time to oversee political risk analyst Kevin O’Rourke. Sanaa and most of the north despite a
week to cease calls for an extension the public. economic recovery and implement Saudi-led military intervention
or postponement of elections due his agenda, which has been But some called on the president launched in 2015.
in 2024. “Don’t let there be anyone who disrupted by the pandemic. to make his position clearer. A United Nations-brokered truce
talks about delaying (the election), Indonesia’s constitution that took effect on Saturday has
The proposal to extend his term, or an extension (of the presidential mandates that a president can serve “What’s so hard for the president offered a glimmer of hope in the
either via a constitutional term). Enough,” he told a plenary a maximum of two, five-year terms, to say: ‘I reject the term extension, I conflict, which has triggered what the
amendment or an election delay, Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, in but discussion by legislators about reject delaying the election, I don’t UN describes as the world’s worst
had recently appeared to gain remarks that were released a day separate constitutional amendments want to run for a third term’?” said humanitarian crisis.
momentum after several influential later on the state secretariat’s has raised concern that changes to Centre for Strategic and International The truce came as discussions on
political figures publicly backed it. YouTube channel. Studies analyst Edbert Gani. Yemen were unfolding in Riyadh

“It’s difficult for the public to guess
the real situation if he doesn’t make a
very clear statement.” – Reuters

without the participation of the
Huthis, who refused to attend talks on
“enemy” territory.
Some analysts had cast doubt on
what the negotiations could achieve
in the absence of the Huthis, but
yesterday’s news may help the
sometimes fractious coalition battling
the rebels to speak with one voice in
any future peace negotiations.
Abedrabbo also announced he
had sacked Vice-President Ali
Mohsen Al-Ahmar.
CALL FOR The new council will consist of
ACTION ... eight members and be led by Rashad
Tribesmen al-Alimi, a former interior minister
demonstrating and adviser to Abedrabbo. – AFP
on the third day
of the Terra Livre BRIEFS HEAVY RAIN IN
Indigenous Camp AUSSIE EAST COAST
in Brasilia on
Wednesday. The CANBERRA: Torrential rain
10-day annual pummelled Australia’s east coast
protest is held by yesterday with Sydney receiving
people from nearly a month’s rain overnight,
tribes that arrive submerging the city’s roads in flash
from all over floods. A man swept away by
Brazil, and calls floodwaters in the city’s northwest
for greater was rescued by emergency crews,
protection of media reported, while footage on
their land and social media showed vehicles
rights. – AFPPIX struggling to cross waterlogged
streets, fallen trees and debris
Civilians attempt to flee east Ukraine floating in rivers. Residents of a
nursing home were evacuated
KYIV: Desperate evacuation Scenes of carnage that Ukrainian “They are preparing to resume Lugansk told Ukrainian broadcaster overnight as emergency crews
attempts from eastern Ukraine were officials have accused retreating an active offensive,” he said. Channel 24. urged Sydney residents to avoid
under way yesterday as authorities troops of leaving behind in towns, unnecessary travel and brace for
warned of an imminent Russian including Bucha, have sparked Begging civilians to leave the Gaiday said 1,200 people had possible evacuations. “Sharp, short
offensive, following the devastation outrage and led to a wave of fresh region “while it is still possible”, local been evacuated from Lugansk on bursts of rain” have been creating
around Kyiv that has shocked the sanctions against Moscow. officials in Donbas’ Lugansk and Wednesday, but that efforts were flash flooding almost every hour,
world. Donetsk said the region was already being hampered by artillery fire, with said New South Wales emergency
But Ukrainian President facing constant indiscriminate some areas already inaccessible. services commissioner Daniel
Russian troops have been Volodymyr Zelensky warned shelling. Austin. – Reuters
withdrawing from around the yesterday that Russia was undeterred He said for those unable to leave,
capital and Ukraine’s north, as they and continued “to accumulate “We can see clearly that before tonnes of food, medicine and TURKISH MURDER CASE
prepare for an expected assault on fighting force to realise their ill the enemy goes to full attack, they hygiene products were being HANDED TO SAUDIS
the country’s southeast. ambitions in (eastern) Donbas”. will just destroy places completely,” delivered as part of a massive
local governor Sergiy Gaiday in humanitarian effort. – AFP ANKARA: A Turkish court yesterday
confirmed a halt to the trial in
Social media unpicks China’s Covid lockdown story absentia of 26 suspects linked to
the killing of Saudi critic Jamal
BEIJING: With videos of a pet dog A Shanghai media outlet said broadcasting a message urging want to eat cheap vegetables!” Khashoggi and its transfer to
killed in the name of Covid controls, yesterday the local neighbourhood residents to “control your soul’s Sudden stay-at-home orders have Riyadh. The journalist, 59, was killed
expletive-laced songs aimed at committee had admitted culling the desire for freedom”. inside the Saudi consulate in
authorities and scuffles with creature because they were “afraid left residents short of fresh food, Istanbul on Oct 2, 2018, in a
hazmat-suited officials, seething, of being infected”, but conceded the The video is unverified, but was while delivery apps are gruesome murder that shocked the
locked-down Shanghai residents are act was “thoughtless”. billed as a local government reaction overwhelmed as demand surges and world. A Turkish court began the
pouring scorn on China’s hardline to a Shanghai neighbourhood, which many drivers are reportedly off work trial in 2020. The judge told the
virus measures via social media. The video has zipped across serenaded officials with swear-word fearing a positive Covid test could court:“We decided to halt and hand
social media despite China’s strict laden chants in a widely-shared clip. send them into state quarantine. over the case to Saudi Arabia.”
In one particularly egregious internet censorship. Justice Minister Bekir Bozdag earlier
video verified by AFP, a person in a Other viral videos appear to show The videos form a rare montage said he would approve a Turkish
hazmat suit is seen bludgeoning a In another dystopia-tinged viral residents scuffling with hazmat-clad of public anger and a riposte to the prosecutor’s request to hand the
Corgi dog to death in the street. video, a drone whirrs through a officials and bursting through a government’s narrative that it is in case over to Saudi Arabia, at the
housing compound at night barricade onto a street, yelling “we control of the pandemic. – AFP latter’s demand. The prosecutor
said the case was “dragging”
because, as the defendants were
foreigners, the court’s orders could
not be carried out. – AFP

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SPEAK UP

We reap what we sow
AS the headline of this week’s
column says, we reap what we communication problems between the “The English education, which the country’s past significantly increase the number of
sow. This is the conclusion I control tower and pilots. All because the deficit that political leaders had chosen for them to our own trainers in the language, as a
arrived at after reading person at the control tower had poor Malaysia is go through. long-term plan to address the issue. With
strongly-worded remarks from three command of English,” she said. suffering from a fairly good and sufficient number of
prominent Malaysians on what I call the is another The English deficit that Malaysia is such teachers, we could perhaps
“English deficit” among most Malaysians, She pointed out that Malaysia should reason why suffering from is another reason why we introduce a dual system of having Bahasa
especially the younger generation born in not go backward with “misplaced we have a have a serious graduate unemployment Malaysia and English as the co-medium
the past few decades. nationalism”, as English is the recognised serious problem. But with English proficiency, of instruction in future to boost the quality
international language. jobless the graduates’ employability will increase of education and our human resource.
Umno veteran Tengku Razaleigh graduates significantly.
Hamzah said he was shocked when he Tan Sri Azman Hashim, one of problem. But Singapore founding prime minister,
found out that many civil servants today Malaysia’s top bankers, chipped in on the with English Graduate unemployment is the late Lee Kuan Yew, was always
could not write proper English. same issue, saying that the vital proficiency, multiplying with so many public consistent when asked what is the secret
ingredient, especially for graduates to the graduates’ universities cropping up in practically all of Singapore’s phenomenal success
“A lot of our people, even in the civil excel, is proficiency in English. employability states in the country, where the medium despite being a nation without any
service, cannot even write a simple letter. will increase of instruction is not English, and where natural resources. Lee attributed it to his
I am very embarrassed. I can only point “I know it is a sensitive subject. We significantly. the language is hardly spoken in decision to retain English as the medium
out that it is education that is pulling us have gone backwards,” he told graduates classrooms among students. To master of instruction in its education system.
back. Who suffers? The whole country,” of University Malaysia Sabah recently, of any language for that matter, one has to Singapore’s human resource quality is
said Tengku Razaleigh, who is better which he is the Chancellor. start by speaking the language. consistently rated as among the top in
known as Ku Li. the world.
He said Malaysians today were too shy Generally, Malaysian job-seekers’
In the past, Malaysians were known for to speak English, and the system is to biggest fear at job interviews is when the We need to avoid a repeat of the fiasco
their English language skills and were the blame for it, adding that the private sector potential employers ask them questions in our plan or rather experiment to teach
ones who drafted important statements at will not take people who are not in English to test their command of the Science and Mathematics in English that
international conferences. proficient in English, which is recognised language, which is required in their job was introduced in early 2000. Though the
as the international language by as many specifications. They usually struggle to objective was noble, it was doomed to fail
“I went to a lot of international as 80% of countries in the world. speak, and in my lifelong profession of because when the country did not even
conferences. Before, as we all could speak journalism, where being biligual is have enough competent teachers to
English well, they always called us. Not Azman said in China, English is essential, I have had more than my impart English proficiency per se, how
the Indonesians, not even the Filipinos widely used in signboards, and so too in fair share of accepting the reality of could they teach the difficult subjects of
who speak English all the time. the Saudi Arabian city of Madinah. the situation. Science and Mathematics in English?

“They’d rather have us draft I have read news reports that in some The effect of this is that for media During the years when this was
communiques and press statements or sit parts of China, even football stadiums are outlets like news agencies, news portals implemented, students found it traumatic
in caucuses and mini conferences. We being used to teach English to meet the and newspapers, we can find that many of learning these two technical subjects –
Malaysians were always singled out. But high demand for learning English, as those editing the English texts are people and teachers as well – and the
now nobody wants us, because we can’t China is well on its way to becoming the past their retirement age, and they are programme was abandoned some years
even write, and with what is written, we world’s No.1 economy. retained in order to maintain some later after resources worth some billions
can’t even read!,” he said. respectable standard of service. In other had been invested.
The AmBank Group chairman words, they become indispensable for as
Ku Li went on to say that many lamented the low standard of proficiency long as they are able to perform. And this Whenever I spoke with Maha
neighbouring countries have done better, among teachers teaching English in does not augur well for the future Sinnathamby, the Malaysian-born
thus leaving Malaysia behind, and this public schools throughout the country, a sustainability of these news organisations. property entrepreneur behind the
reflects badly on us, and because of the fact even admitted by the Education Greater Springfield development in
“lack of education, we are unable to Ministry, which said that most teachers The most critical question, even if Queensland, the largest master-planned
catch up”. have failed in their assessment. However, there is a political will to fix this deficit community in Australia, he always
the saving grace is that English is the (there is none so far), is: Where are the reminded me of how important it is for
Former Cabinet minister Tan Sri medium of instruction in private teachers to be sourced from? It is public any nation to get its act right on
Rafidah Aziz said Malaysians only stand universities and colleges, which have knowledge that those who become education.
to lose out if there is no focus on been mushrooming over the years. teachers in the country are from national
mastering English. She said in the current schools, which are acutely short of “Education is something that nobody
political climate, some leaders are As mentioned at the outset, we are competent English language teachers, to can steal from you, and it is the currency
clamouring for Bahasa Malaysia to be just reaping what we sow with the begin with. And this was admitted by the that can be exchanged anywhere in the
empowered, and making it compulsory public-funded education system that has ministry recently. world,” said Sinnathamby, who is now
even for foreign students in the country to sidelined English since the mid-1970’s. rated as one of his adopted country’s
learn the national language. So, how do we expect Malaysians to The situation is even more alarming in richest men.
master the language, both spoken and rural schools. Some netizens have
“We should not be doing this, we are written? suggested that to improve the quality So let all stakeholders, particularly the
only going to be at a loss,” Rafidah, who is of education, Malaysia could recruit government, get our priorities right in
chairman of the Safety Review Board of “English is a beautiful language and well-trained teachers from some English- education to lift the nation from its
AirAsia X, cited the aviation industry, students should be passionate in learning speaking countries. English doldrums.
where English is the main language, as an it,” said Azman.
example. I would rather propose that foreign Comments: [email protected]
What is certain is that if we ask English teachers become trainers to
“I have come across cases of students on this critical issue, their
standard response would be that they are
just the product of the English-unfriendly

Transition to sustainable agriculture crucial

COMMENT disparity between the rich and the poor as well as in 2021, we have witnessed how these changes Given that agriculture and the environment
by ChiongYoke Kong social instability. The Index, launched by impacted our food market. Due to the border are closely related, developing sustainable
the United Nations Food and Agriculture closure, migrant workers were only allowed to agriculture and integrating agricultural and
DUE to the global climate anomalies and the Organisation, soared to 134.4 in November 2021 leave but not enter the country, thus leading to environmental policies will bring about positive
Covid-19 pandemic, food supply in Malaysia is (the index recorded 100 in 2016). In comparison severe worker shortages in the agricultural spillover effects to both sectors.
facing disruptions, while food prices have with the index in 2020, there was an increase of sector. As such, many farmers and agricultural
skyrocketed. The issues of unsustainable 27% over the same month in 2020, which was at operators were forced to reduce the scale of As such, the federal government must take
agriculture and unsound food safety policies an all-time record high since June 2021. farming. the lead by formulating clear development
need to be addressed to prevent the unstable policies and action plans, involving state and
food supply from impacting low-income groups Although agriculture is one of the important In addition, chemical fertilisers are made of local governments, farmers and farmers’
and agricultural development from causing economic sectors in Malaysia, it is affected by ammonia, while natural gas is the main organisations, as well as the private sector and
irreversible damage to the environment. the tropical climate and economic landscape as component to synthesise ammonia. Since the non-gornmental organisations, and utilise
a whole. price of natural gas, which is supposed to replace economic instruments and incentives to
Malaysia’s food policy is facing huge coal, skyrocketed, the prices of ammonia and encourage farmers to move towards sustainable
challenges, among which the most urgent is the The agricultural sector is mainly composed of chemical fertilisers also increased tremendously agriculture.
skyrocketing global food prices. cash crops such as palm oil, rubber and cocoa. as a result. All these factors increased the cost of
Instead, the cultivation of food crops such as agricultural production and exacerbated the The government should change the
When food supply is inadequate and vegetables and fruits is not common. plight of small- and medium-sized farmers. stereotype that agriculture belongs only to
unstable, low-income groups will inevitably bear farmers by incorporating modern agricultural
the brunt, while the middle class will also suffer While the rice production sector has only At this juncture, reducing inflation caused by studies into primary and secondary education,
from the increasing basic cost of living. achieved a self-sufficiency rate of about 70%, food supply shortages should be the as well as develop training courses in specialised
Malaysia has always been dependent on government’s top priority. agriculture and related fields.
Due to the lack of proper policy formulation imported vegetables and fruits because our
and supervision, Malaysia’s agriculture in the own production cannot fulfil the needs of the Climate change, worker shortages, as well as In the future, these initiatives will allow
past 50 years has grown at the expense of the local market. inadequate chemical fertilisers, seeds and fuel small- and medium-sized farmers to gain access
environment and sustainable development. supplies are all serious issues that need to be to professional services related to soil
There are several unsustainable aspects of addressed immediately to ensure that all citizens management, climate change, pest management
Given that many challenges have emerged in Malaysia’s agricultural production model. For can continue to have access to affordable, and water management at a lower cost.
recent years, including worsening soil quality, instance, Malaysia is almost entirely dependent adequate and healthy food.
climate change, inadequate energy and labour on cheap migrant workers. The ultimate goal is to fully utilise modern
shortage, the current agricultural model can Therefore, the government should embrace a technology to establish a healthy agricultural
no longer meet the demands of ensuring Also, as an oil-producing country, we rely on new development mindset and come up with a ecosystem, which consists of developed
food security and sustainable agricultural imported chemical fertilisers, yet the small- and comprehensive plan in order to transform the upstream, midstream and downstream sectors,
development in the future. medium-farms are not guaranteed by policies. current agricultural model into a sustainable one. in order to completely transform the sector.
Besides, soil erosion caused by continuous soil This will allow us to increase food supply despite
The Food Price Index reached a 10-year high, degradation, genetic erosion and depletion of the increasing limited land and energy resources, Chiong Yoke Kong is Adun forTanah Rata
thus leading to the possibility of exacerbating the freshwater resources are all threatening the basic improve the well-being of farmers and bring (Cameron Highlands, Pahang).
conditions of producing food. about positive changes to the environment.
Comments: [email protected]
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AS Friday night approaches,
you might start to think
about how you can party it
up and stay up late during
the weekends. Although eating out
or clubbing might do the trick,
there’s a sense of intimate good fun
about a house party. No strangers,
just friends catching up, and maybe
even a sleepover for breakfast
without needing to drive home.
There’s nothing better than being
the host of a party that your friends
and family can reminisce over, so
here are some fun house party ideas.
For drinking games, teetotalers can
just have juice or soda.

Beer Pong
Beer Pong is a classic drinking game
that involves two groups attempting
to throw a ping pong ball into their
opponent’s cup. At either end of a
kitchen table, put ten cups in a
triangle shape. Each team then takes
turns attempting to throw ping pong
balls into the opponent’s cups. If a
ball lands in a cup, the beer inside
the cup is consumed by the other
team and the cup is removed from
the table. The first team to eliminate
all of the opponent’s cups is the
winner.

Charades In Beer Pong, cups are arranged into a triangle shape. - 123RF
Charades is another universal
classic. Start by dividing your party
into teams and have one person
from your team try and act out a
random word while everyone in the
team tries and guess what it is as
quickly as possible. The more
competitive your group is, the
louder it will get, and the funnier
things will get.

Pictionary o Here are some game ideas to make drinking that much more fun
Always choose drunk drawing and
never drunk driving. While there is a
board game you could use for
Pictionary, it’s not completely
necessary. Just ask everyone playing
to write down 10 phrases, names of
objects, actions or even people and
put them into a bowl. When the
game starts, players must help their
team guess what the piece of paper
says, using only a pen and paper,
against a clock. The phrases can be
anything from ‘King with no
eyebrows’ to ‘The Powerpuff Girls
zip-lining.’ The winning team is the
one who can guess the most rounds
of correct answers in your chosen
time limit.

Song association Act out hilariously with charades! - 123RF Ring of Fire, a deck of cards is placed
Song association is karaoke night around a cup. - PINTEREST
with a twist! Start by splitting the table, everyone must follow. have to drink
everyone into teams. Search for Whoever is last must drink. You 0 10: Pick a category and take turn long as its a question. Whoever
Song Association Game on YouTube are the thumb master until messes up and does not say a
and click on any video. The players someone else picks a five saying a word that fits with the question, drinks.
be given a random word and they’ll 0 6: All guys drink category. For example, animals: 0 King: You pour a little of your
have 10 seconds to sing a song with 0 7: Point your finger in the sky, dog, cats, rats, etc. Whoever drink into the cup that is in the
that word in it. The person who sings whoever is last must drink messes up, drinks. middle of the table. Whoever
a song first wins a point for the team, 0 8: Choose someone to drink with 0 Jack: You can make up any rule picks up the fourth and last king
and if none of the players can think you. They will be your drinking that everyone has to follow, such must drink the whole cup.
of a song after 10 seconds, the word buddy and must drink every time as you can only drink with your So the game goes in a circle with
is up for grabs. No mumbling or you drink until someone else left hand. Everyone (including everyone picking up a card and
messing up the lyrics and you have picks an eight you) must follow this rule for the following the rules until the last King
to sing at least a line of the song! And 0 9: Pick a word, like “fog”, and the whole entire game and if you is picked!
when you guys have enough fun, person next to you must say a disobey you must drink.
you can even start normal karaoke word that rhymes with it, like 0 Queen: Go around in a circle and Take karaoke night to a next level with song association. - 123RF
and sing to your heart’s content! “dog”, and so on, until someone you have to keep asking
Ring of Fire messes up, then he or she will questions to each other. Doesn’t
A popular drinking game, Ring of matter what the question is, as
Fire starts with a cup in the centre
with a deck of cards placed around
the cup in a circle. Everyone gathers
around the table with each person
having a cup/bottle of their
preferred booze in hand and before
you start the game, make sure
everyone knows what each card
stands for:
0 Ace: Everyone drinks until the

person who picked the card stops
0 2: You can choose someone to

drink
0 3: You must drink
0 4: All girls must drink
0 5: When you put your thumb on

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There are numerous beer and mixing tequila, Radler beer and
cocktail combination blends out
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Read on to find out which beer create a smoky and yet balanced
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have fun mixing it at home!

1. Lagerita Boiler Room. – LIQUOR.COM 6. Here Comes the Sun
We start out with a simple question: With such a descriptive and uplifting
how do you make a margarita even name, you can’t go wrong with this
better? Just top it up with a light beer unique cocktail created at the
to create the lagerita. If the beer is Washington-based Roofers Union
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colloquial Mexican giving the whole cocktail a the more harder cocktails above. This
slang for “shorty”, but there’s refreshing fizz. summery blend, a mix of bourbon,
nothing miniscule about this ginger liqueur, marigold tea, lemon
For those with an concoction. This drink takes 7. Bloody Roman juice and honey syrup, all topped with
adventurous the gin-and-grapefruit-beer A terrifying name for an imposing wheat beer, is a combination of
palate, the combo from above a step drink, one which might have a certain familiar flavours in an unexpected
Michelada can be further, adding strawberry- appeal to spice-lovers mix.
made by adding infused Aperol for a sweet, here. This cocktail
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and touch. the Sun. – between food and
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nothing beats the experience of The BLADE is now available point, and the delivery team took just
pouring yourself the perfect pint of exclusively on the Drinkies app (on a few minutes to set it up and plug in
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Heineken Malaysia Berhad’s consumes 35W of electricity – in
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– making draught beer possible tools. any house party, for those who relish
anywhere and everywhere. hour or two for the BLADE to lower a fuss-free home bar experience.
The BUZZ team was recently given the temperature of the beer to a chilly
Using an in-built compressor and the opportunity to try out the BLADE, 2°C, and then it was ready to begin Those who wish to try out the
chiller, BLADE dispenses cold delivered directly to the home of our pouring. BLADE for themselves can can enjoy
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bar experience. instruction booklet that came with their Drinkies app.
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Heineken advocates responsible
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most of the accompanying tools, non-Muslims aged 21 and above
leaving us with only happy only. – by Anansa Jacob
memories, and a few soggy coasters.

S4 Buzz

theSun BUZZ ON FRIDAY | APRIL 8, 2022

A house party could be as
simple as having friends over to
catch up over a meal. - 123RF

o Here are six reasons why
we think house parties are
the best way to have fun

█ BY THASHINE SELVAKUMARAN Party responsibly! Don’t drink and drive ... Nominate designated drivers or use ride hailing services. - 123RF Let your hair down ... Invite
close friends and family for a
MOST of us have attended house jacket, or just your PJs. You’ll meet a bunch of Music night of fun! - 123RF
parties and club parties. While individuals you already know at home parties Clubs are famous for discovering new
everyone’s notion of ‘fun’ and who aren’t interested in making an extra effort. musicians, and they want to find the greatest The party never ends
‘partying’ vary, most tend to prefer You don’t have to worry about looking extra DJs in town to persuade people to dance and All of those clubs have a time
house parties to nightclubs. There has always good on that day, you can just be yourself and enjoy themselves. These DJs are among the restriction. Like it or not you know
been a dispute about whether a house party or spend some quality time with your friends. most knowledgeable in terms of music, and you are not allowed to party all
a night at the club is more enjoyable. they play music that just fits your mood. But night. However at a house party,
sometimes, if your music taste doesn’t match you can ignore all the rules since
In today’s modern world, nightlife has the DJ’s preference, it can ruin your party vibes. no one will chase you out at
become a part of our daily existence. Clubs are At house parties, you have more opportunities midnight. There are essentially no
cool (and I totally agree they are), but I think to listen to music of your choice. You may also last orders, and you can pass out
house parties are far better. Many of you may be play DJ and alter the music or blend a few tracks without caring about anything.
wondering why this is so. So, keep reading if you like. If you see someone else is mixing House parties are truly the
because we’ve compiled a list of some of our tracks, you may always approach them and urge definition of awesome! At the same
favourite reasons. them to change the songs. It’s a house party, time, there’s drinks for everybody.
Dress code after all. Everything is fun, less judgmental, and Teetotallers can enjoy your soft
Clubs may have a rigorous dress code, but it is enjoyable. drinks here without worrying about
not as strict as you may imagine. One should being judged. A home party is only
always make room for dancing the night away. No overpriced food/drinks over when you decide to end it.
The club would be the greatest spot for you to One of the most significant downsides of clubs No Entry struggle
flaunt your skills. But why should you go to all is the expensive booze. This not only ruins the While at the club, you are granted
the trouble of shopping and buying a party joy of the party, but it also burns a hole in your admission after a check of your
dress, just to get in the door? Nobody cares wallet. When it comes to house parties, you may identification. When it comes to
about the dress code for home parties, so it organise ahead of time. It is also significantly getting into clubs, age truly does
shouldn’t matter whether you’re in a glittery less expensive than spending money at a pub or matter. There is no personal touch, no
a club. The same applies to food. Aside from the one greets you, and no one makes
There is no price, the fact that the host knows your favourite introductions. You must carve out a
wrong or right dishes is a definite plus. Eat and drink as you space for yourself, attempt to meet new
when busting a like. You can save a lot. people, and surround yourself with
move. -123RF individuals you know. The preceding
scenario is inverted in the case of house
parties. Instead of ID check booths,
you’ll be greeted by a host who may
extend a handshake or a hug. What a way to
start the night. They may just introduce you to
everyone; there is place for you; you may know
individuals from your past; all you have to do is
walk in there and sit with them or dance around
and have fun.
Friends with the host
Indoor parties are significantly more intimate
and friendly. If you are close to the host, you are
sure to know everyone who will attend the
party. Even if you don’t, you may still recognise
the majority of the attendees. This reduces the

Party paradise Buzz S5

theSun BUZZ ON FRIDAY | APRIL 8, 2022

o Get the best supplies for
your next house party from
these five outlets

█ BY JOHN TAN

THINGS have not been quite the same since House parties are a safer alternative in these unprecedented times. - BRIAN WOODCOOK
we were struck by Covid-19. The ongoing
pandemic has drastically changed many
aspects of our social lives. For one, we have not
been able to organise or attend physical parties
outside our homes like we used to.

Although the current measures permit us
to, gathering outdoors still poses a risk to our
health, especially we’re going to be mingling
among a giant crowd of strangers. However,
this does not mean we should deprive
ourselves of the joys of physical parties.

After all, we can still have our friends and
family over for celebrations! Not only is it safer,
but also a lot cheaper. Hence, we have
compiled a list of some of the best party supply
shops in town to check out.

Party Fete Party Fete’s outlet in Subang Jaya. - DANIEL CHAN
Throwing a party is fun, but sometimes it can Kaison Malaysia
be difficult to find the right items. And Party has various
Fete understands it. In fact, Party Fete has outlets across
become a go-to place for many for offering a the country. -
wide range of party ensembles. Looking for a LOOPME
pompom? Balloons to plush your toys? Or cake MALAYSIA
toppers? They have it all!
Address: 1, Persiaran Kewajipan, USJ 1, 47600 Akudankraf
Subang Jaya, Selangor was founded
Operating Hours: 10am - 10pm (Monday - by two close
Sunday) friends. -
Balloon Buzz AKUDANKRAF
With various outlets across the Klang Valley,
Balloon Buzz is another store every party Kaison Operating Hours: 10am - 10pm (Monday -
planner swears by. For instance, its variety of Many may not know this, but Sunday)
balloon bouquets alone will impress you. The Kaison is also a good source of Akudankraf
outlet has balloons dedicated not just for party supplies. You can But what if you are looking for something more
regular parties, but also for other crucial discover many creative and personalised? Well, enter Akudankraf.
milestones like baby showers, weddings and aesthetically-pleasing party Established by two friends in 2013, this
gender reveal. accessories here. Indeed, innovative art and craft store designs and
you may want to head over handmakes stylish and chic decorations for all
Aside from balloons, Balloon Buzz also here if you are looking to events.
offers a range of other party supplies that will organise a Pinterest-worthy
impress any party hosts – from party streamers party. Customers can request for customised
to invitation cards to pinatas, and more. You Whether it be whimsical plates party bags, cake toppers, 3D guest books, and
can even order cakes and soap flowers from all things pretty to give your party that extra
their online website. or cute gift boxes, Kaison’s party personalised touch.
Address: G78, Wangsa Walk Mall, offerings can help you realise your Address: No. 16-3 (2nd Floor), Jalan TTDI
Wangsa Avenue, Jalan Wangsa perfect picture party. And the best part of it all? Grove 1/1, Taman TTDI Grove, 43000 Kajang,
Perdana 1, Wangsa Maju, 53300 – their items are affordable and very durable. Selangor
Kuala Lumpur And similar to Balloon Buzz, Kaison has Operating Hours: 10am - 5pm (Monday -
Operating Hours: 10am - multiple outlets across the country. But a Sunday)
8.30pm (Monday - personal favourite of mine is located
Sunday) in One Utama.
MOB Party Lab Address: 1 Utama Shopping
Originally known as M&K Centre, Lot S335a, Second Floor, 1,
Party House, MOB PARTY Lebuh Bandar Utama, Bandar
LAB is a haven for party- Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya,
goers looking for alternative Selangor
decorations. For example,
MOB PARTY LAB easily stands
out for its kitschy knick-
knacks and horror props – severed
limbs, skull heads, and even skeleton models.

But fret not, you can also make a stop at
MOB PARTY LAB to source out other party
supplies. MOB PARTY LAB supplies some of
the best balloons, glow sticks, and celebratory
banners.
Address: 179, Jalan Tun H S Lee, City Centre,
50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan
Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: 9.30am - 6.30pm (Monday -
Sunday)

Take it to the You can find a MOB PARTY LAB was previously known as M&K Party House.
next level ... rent a nice venue from airbnb wide range of - MOB PARTY LAB
and have a weekend pool party! - 123RF balloon
stress of making an attempt to socialise. You are selections at
free to be yourself, since these are often folks Balloon Buzz. -
you have known for years. If things are spiralling BALLOON
out of control for you and you want to sing a BUZZ
weird song or get into a passionate dispute in
which you are completely incorrect, you won’t
have to wake up humiliated since your buddies
have done the same. You can party and enjoy
yourself with your own pals, making memories
that you will all remember and cherish for the
rest of your lives.

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New CX-60 unveiled
in Europe
ON March 8, Mazda Motor Europe plug-in hybrid system featuring a 2.5-litre in-
unveiled its new crossover SUV, the line four-cylinder petrol engine and an electric
CX-60 – the first of Mazda’s “Large motor.
Product” group models, offering
significantly enhanced driving pleasure and Mazda dealerships in Europe started
environmental and safety performance. accepting pre-orders for the model on March 8
and sales are due to begin in June.
That was also the first time the vehicle’s full
appearance has been made public. Mazda began production of the CX-60 at
Hofu Plant No. 2 in Yamaguchi prefecture on
Mazda plans to introduce four models from March 11. The Japanese specification CX-60
its Large Product group to the in-high-demand was introduced this week.
global SUV market by the end of 2023.

With both existing and new addition models,
the Hiroshima-based company aims to meet
diverse market and customer needs with the
aim to further grow its business and brand.

“Having outstanding environmental and
safety performance that meet the strict
standards of modern society, the CX-60 is a
two-row, mid-sized SUV that allows the driver
to enjoy not only everyday driving but also long-
distance drives on the expressway,” says Mazda.

Furthermore, the team at Mazda took on the
challenge of taking Kodo-Soul of motion design
to new heights, expressing toughness and
sophistication in its form, utilising Japanese
sense of design that values harmony with
nature.

The CX-60 (European specification model)
is equipped with e-Skyactiv PHEV, Mazda’s first

Out & About theSun on friday 7
APRIL 8, 2022

Modenas now Kawasaki
distributor in Malaysia

Yoshimura is EDARAN Modenas Sdn Bhd (Emos), the “Over the last decade, the Malaysian life has 0 Bikers Gallery Sdn Bhd, No. 380, Jalan Raja,
new Honda distributing arm of the national motorcycle dramatically changed where, higher demands Alor Setar, Kedah (04-7206666/04-7206668).
Malaysia manufacturer, Motosikal dan Enjin Nasional of not only for daily necessities, but also of 0 EL Chong Motor Trading Sdn Bhd, 37,
MD, CEO Sdn Bhd (Modenas) is now the new exclusive products that bring a sense of enjoyment to Taman Seruling Emas, Sungai Bakap, Penang
distributor of Kawasaki motorcycles in their daily life,” said Kashiwagi. (04-5822489).
HONDA Malaysia Sdn Bhd on Tuesday Malaysia, following the end of the six-month 0 Sheng Fatt Motor Sdn Bhd, No.24, Jalan Dato
announced the appointment of a transition period from former distributor “Together with Modenas. we firmly believe Keramat, Georgetown, Penang (04-
new managing director and chief KMSB Motors Sdn Bhd. the products that will be developed and 2278932/04-2280932).
executive officer, Hironobu Yoshimura distributed, will be able to provide our East Coast
(pix), who succeeded Madoka Chujo. The transition period ended on March 31, Malaysian customers with an intense and 0 KK Superbike Sdn Bhd, No.103 & 104, Jalan
up to which the Emos team has fully observed, superior riding experience that they have never Tan Sri Yahya, Temerloh, Pahang (09-
Yoshimura, who assumed office in learned and adapted the business operations experienced before. 2961272/09-2968211).
Malaysia on April 1, comes with an of its technical partner, Kawasaki Motors Ltd Central
extensive experience at Honda, (KMC) to ensure the transfer of as much of “It has always been our greatest mission to 0 Eang Chun Motor Sdn Bhd, No. 69, 71, 73 &
totalling 34 years and has built his history and knowledge as possible. meet our customer’s 75, Jln Genting Klang, Setapak, Kuala Lumpur
expertise in the areas of corporate expectations (03-40234790).
planning, business planning, KMC who now owns the 30% equity in and 0 Serdang Motorcycle Sdn Bhd, Jalan 18/2a,
marketing and aftersales services. Modenas, along with DRB-Hicom Berhad, the satisfaction as each of our products represents Taman Sri Serdang, Seri Kembangan, Selangor
national motorcycle company’s majority the essence of the Kawasaki brand stands for. (03-89489057).
Having held key roles in various shareholder. Don’t lose the Kawasaki spirit and let the good 0 Seri Gading Enterprise Sdn Bhd, No. 10 GF,
countries including Japan, Thailand times roll.” Jalan Keluli AK7/AK, Pusat Perniagaan Bukit
and Pakistan, his latest role before “Owners of Kawasaki motorcycles can be Raja, Seksyen 7, Shah Alam, Selangor (03-
coming to Malaysia was as president rest assured that, under the new management, As the exclusive distributor, Emos via its 33448912/03-33446912).
and CEO of Honda Atlas Cars the superior levels of products and customer dealers will not only be distributing the 0 Chear Motor (Shah Alam) Sdn Bhd, No.
(Pakistan) Limited. service they are used to will be retained” said Kawasaki motorcycles but will also distribute
Modenas CEO Roslan Roskan. its spare parts and accessories in Malaysia. 42A, Jalan 15/22, Taman Perindustrian Tiong
On his new role at Honda Nam, Seksyen 15, Shah Alam, Selangor
Malaysia, Yoshimura said: “I am “Our plans include expanding operations, Emos will also be providing customer (012-6989351/03-58889669).
excited to take up this new role at developing, producing and sales of Kawasaki service that covers all technical and recall 0 Soon Heng Bikers Sdn Bhd, No. 103, Jalan
Honda Malaysia. This unique and motorcycles for its fans that will surely give our related matters. 1 Taman Suntex, Pekan Batu 9, Cheras,
diverse nation is truly an important Malaysians thrilling lifestyle. Kajang, Selangor (03-90758464/03-90754464).
market in the Asia and Oceania All Kawasaki motorcycle sales, spare parts
region for us at Honda. “Modenas will also be introducing the latest and technical related service enquiries can be Southern
models from the Kawasaki line-up and referred to the selected authorised Kawasaki 0 Zong Heng
“My predecessors have built the unveiling of its new exclusive Kawasaki dealers as shown in the list below. Motors Sdn Bhd,
Honda brand to become the success showrooms in stages. As such, do wait for our Northern No. 13-C, Sin
that it is now in Malaysia, as the announcement on these exciting moments.” Hoe Garden,
forerunner in introducing Honda’s Bukit Baru, Melaka
advance technology in the region, With a larger equity in Modenas, Kawasaki (06-2829623/06-2871549).
launching exciting new models and will now actively participate 0 BZ Top Automobile Service, No.6, 8 & 10,
leading the Non-National Passenger in the operations at Jalan Durian Daun, Melaka (06-2833731/06-
Vehicle segment for many years. Modenas, instead of merely 2818595).
being a shareholder. The 0 Qbee Superbike Centre Sdn Bhd, No. 6, Jalan
“Most importantly, Honda completion of the Tiong Emas 3, Kawasan Perindustrian Tiong
Malaysia has persevered through and transition period will also Nam, Johor Bahru, Johor (07-3614221).
overcame many challenges over the see Modenas begin assembling selected East Malaysia
years. Kawasaki models and simultaneously import 0 Ghee Hua Co Sdn Bhd, Lot 66, Section 15,
models with bigger engines to cater to the KTLD, Jalan Green, Kuching, Sarawak (082-
“I look forward to leading the greater market. 418218/082-419218).
company in a post-pandemic
business environment and to “Together with our experienced members *For enquiries, owners of Kawasaki motorcycles
contribute positively towards the from KMC and it is our pleasure to officially can contact the Kawasaki Careline at 019-570
growth of the company. welcome Yusaku Kashiwagi the chief 8135.
marketing officer of Modenas on board. We are
“I am also pleased to share that all hands-on-deck in reviving the Kawasaki
based on our internal data, three brand in Malaysia, where it has more than 30
Honda models have ranked number years of history,”said Roslan.
one in their respective segments for
quarter one of 2022. The models are Both Modenas and Kawasaki have had a
City, all-new City Hatchback and all- long and rich history together. Ever since their
new Civic.” partnership in producing the first ever-iconic
Modenas Kriss in 1996, Modenas has garnered
Yoshimura’s predecessor Chujo loyal followers from all over the country and
joined Honda Malaysia in April last even in foreign markets.
year. She is back in Japan to assume a
new role at Honda Motor Co Ltd in XC40 Recharge Pure Electric is RM262,459.75
the automobile operations sales
supervisory unit of its sales division. VOLVO Car Malaysia, which recently launched Charles Frump said: “We are delighted to company by 2030 and becoming a climate-
the XC40 Recharge Pure Electric SUV, the launch our first pure EV in Malaysia. The neutral company by 2040.
company’s first pure electric vehicle (EV), has launch lays the foundation for us to become
announced the “hassle-free price” of the leading electric luxury car brand in the The XC40 Recharge Pure Electric is
RM262,459.75. country. To support this, we are committed to available in five colour options – Black Stone,
launching a new electric vehicle every year for Crystal White Pearl, Denim Blue, Glacier Silver
Customers can submit an order request next five years. In addition, we have the and Sage Green.
online on the company’s official website capabilities to assemble our own pure EVs for
www.volvocars.com/my. the local and other Asean markets.” Customers who start their order online will
expect deliveries from the end of this month
The launch of XC40 Recharge Pure Electric This is in line with the Volvo Cars global onwards, for all locations throughout Malaysia.
is a milestone for Volvo Car Malaysia as it ambitions – 50% contribution from its pure
becomes the first luxury car brand in the electric line-up by 2025; a fully electric car Meanwhile, interested buyers can book a
country to locally assemble EVs. test drive through www.volvocars.com/my or
contact any Volvo authorised dealer.
With its capabilities to assemble pure EVs
through its own local assembly plant, Volvo
Car Malaysia will soon export fully electric
vehicles to markets within the Asean region.

Based on the XC40 compact premium SUV,
the XC40 Recharge Pure Electric features a fully
electric all-wheel-drive powertrain that offers a
range of up to 418 km** on a single charge.

Along with announcing the price of the
XC40 Recharge Pure Electric today, Volvo Car
Malaysia also introduced a hassle-free price
point which includes:
0 A charging cable with the car
0 Service package (years/km)
0 Five years vehicle warranty
0 Eight years HV battery warranty
0 Five years roadside assistance.

Volvo Car Malaysia managing director

8 theSun on friday Out & About
APRIL 8, 2022

All-electric Spectre winter-
tested near Arctic Circle
THE announcement of every new Rolls-
Royce car carries a great weight of unambiguous promise: Rolls-Royce will go vibration and harshness tests. The variables that in doing so schooling Spectre to think, behave
expectation, but Spectre is electric, starting this decade. affect this are manifold, spanning from the and communicate like a Rolls-Royce worthy of
unquestionably the most anticipated materials selected for major hardware the marque. Following more than half a million
product in the marque’s modern history. This is In Sept 2021, Rolls’ prophecy and Mueller- components to the density of the door rubbers, kilometres of testing, 25% of this process has
because it is much more than a product. It is a Otvos’ promise led to a historical moment – bushing compounds, fastening materials and now been completed.
symbol for our bright, bold electric future, and it Rolls-Royce confirmed that it had commenced even properties of bonding agents. Architecture
represents a seismic shift in our powertrain testing of the first all-electric Rolls-Royce in Among the features the Spectre “electric super
technology,” said Torsten Mueller-Otvos, chief history, the Spectre. The performance of these variables can coupe” will boast are an aluminium spaceframe,
executive officer of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars on change considerably when subjected to extreme iconic split headlamps – a key design feature of
March 30. This extraordinary undertaking would be the temperatures – likewise the efficiency of the the Phantom Coupe, the first coupe equipped
most demanding testing programme ever motor car’s heating, ventilation, air conditioning with 23-inch wheels since 1926, the floor placed
“It is for this reason that we have created a conceived by Rolls-Royce and would span 2.5 and cooling systems. halfway between the sill structures rather than
testing programme that is as significant and million kilometres, simulating more than 400 on top or underneath the sills, thus creating a
historical as Spectre itself. The extraordinary years of use for a Rolls-Royce, on average. As a true luxury brand, there is an additional low seating position and enveloping cabin
undertaking of educating Spectre to think and Winter testing component of winter testing that is of great experience; a deepened dashboard location to
behave like a Rolls-Royce will cover 2.5 million “A new Rolls-Royce motor car always begins its importance to Rolls-Royce. This is defined by truly cocoon passengers, dramatically low
kilometres, which is a simulation of more than life in winter,” says the company. Temperatures the marque’s engineers as “de-escalated time”, windscreen rake and incredibly efficient airflow
400 years of use for a Rolls-Royce. Today, I can at the Bespoke facility used by the marque, which enables incredible accuracy and control profile; an aerodynamically tuned Spirit of
confirm that 25% of this journey is now located in Arjeplog, Sweden, just 55km from the in creating the Rolls-Royce experience using Ecstasy mascot which contributes to a drag
complete, and the results have met our most arctic circle, drop to -26 degrees Celcius and are Spectre’s chassis control systems, powertrain coefficient of just 0.26 in early prototypes and by
ambitious expectations.” further cooled to -40 degrees Celcius. management and electronics control. creating wiring and piping channels between
the floor of the car and roof of the battery, its
In Sept 2021, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars made There are several reasons for subjecting the By driving on low traction surfaces such as engineers have created a secondary function for
an historical announcement that it would marque’s products to such extremes. When the snow and ice and wilfully destabilising the the battery – 700kg of sound deadening.
launch its most important product since May 4, first prototypes are built, engineers perform very Spectre, the engineers can create dynamic
1904, when the marque’s founders Charles Rolls basic tests in extreme conditions to ensure that circumstances at low speeds that would With the winter testing phase completed,
and Sir Henry Royce agreed that they would each system is operational and functions at a ordinarily occur at high speeds. Spectre will continue its global testing
create “the best car in the world”: The Rolls- basic level in a cold weather environment. programme. It still has to complete nearly two
Royce Spectre. This can be reviewed and guided in situ and million kilometres before the marque’s
This test is combined with the beginnings of in slow motion, in doing so parametrising and engineers will consider this undertaking
While Rolls-Royce has built a reputation for the refinement process – the first “lessons” in a finessing cold-weather vehicle performance in complete, prior to first customer deliveries in the
creating what are regularly described as “the finishing school that will form the foundations areas such as handling, controllability, stability, fourth quarter of 2023.
best cars in the world” using internal of a car worthy of the marque. predictability and the “waftability” that defines
combustion engines (ICE), the idea of the Rolls-Royce experience.
electrification is something that is familiar to the This begins with processes that are common
brand. to the automotive industry such as noise, De-escalated time enables engineers to
create unparalleled detail in the car’s response,
Henry Royce started off as an electrical
engineer and dedicated much of his life to
creating ICE that simulated the characteristics of
an electric car – silent running, instant torque
and the sensation of one endless gear.

Yet, the connection with the marque’s
founders is far deeper. When Charles Rolls drove
a 1900 electric car named the Columbia, he
made a prophecy: “The electric car is perfectly
noiseless and clean. There is no smell or
vibration. They should become very useful
when fixed charging stations can be arranged”.
Spectre is the fulfilment of this prophecy.

Spectre also represents a promise kept – in
2011, Rolls-Royce showcased a fully-electric
Experimental Phantom concept named 102EX.
This was followed by 103EX, a dramatic design
study that anticipated a bold electric future for
the marque.

These experimental cars prompted
significant interest from Rolls-Royce clients.
They felt that the characteristics of an electric
powertrain would fit perfectly with the brand.
Mueller-Otvos responded to this with an

Renault take new step towards developing hydrogen vehicles
HYVIA, a joint venture between the Renault cell consists of nearly 450 components.
group and Plug Power, dedicated exclusively The hydrogen component of the Fuel cell assembly and test line at the Hyvia plant in Flins.
to the development of hydrogen mobility
solutions, recently inaugurated its first plant company’s “Renaulution” began in 2021, with
at the Flins Refactory in France’s Yvelines the unveiling of a prototype electric van
region. powered by green hydrogen, obtained from
water electrolysis using renewable electricity.
This is a fundamental step in the
development of Renault’s strategy, which A production version, intended primarily
aims to produce more and more hydrogen- for companies and local authorities, should
powered models in the future. be available this year.

The first assembled fuel cell modules will Renault is also due to unveil a new
be used to power the Renault Master H2- hydrogen-powered concept car next month.
Tech, an electric van powered with green This could be the first production model of its
hydrogen that is expected to be available kind.
later this year.
Keep in mind that a hydrogen car can
By the end of this year, Hyvia plans to travel long distances without producing the
reach a production capacity of 1,000 units per slightest amount of carbon dioxide emissions,
year of 30kW fuel cells. as the vehicle only emits water.

A fuel cell combines air and hydrogen to In addition, it only takes a few minutes to
generate electrical power. This fuel cell fill up the car, unlike with the charging of an
consists of a negative and a positive electric car.
electrode, separated by a polymer
membrane. Toyota, Honda and Hyundai are pioneers
in this field. In France, Renault is not the only
The result is a flow of electricity that one involved in this technology.
supplies both the 33kWh battery and the
57kW electric motor. On the other side, pure Stellantis, via Citroen, Peugeot and Opel,
water comes out. For the record, a single fuel has also already presented several models,
but only commercial vehicles for the moment.
– ETX Studio

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3.93 18.72 271.54 46.73 461.73 343.87 39.17 47.30
KLCI STI HANG SENG SCI NIKKEI TSEC KOSPI S&P/ASX200
1,600.79 3,404.23 3,236.70 26,888.57 17,178.63 2,695.86
21,808.98 7,442.80

KL MARKET SUMMARY MARC: Private consumption
April 7, 2022

INDICES 11,499.80 CHANGE -50.10 growth to slow this year
FBMEMAS
FBMKLCI 1,600.79 -3.93
CONSUMER PRODUCTS 585.89 -3.45
INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS 211.56 -0.07
CONSTRUCTION 167.75 -0.06
FINANCIAL SERVICES 16,769.40 -26.30
ENERGY 744.27 -2.35
TELECOMMUNICATIONS 641.21 -4.61 PETALING JAYA: MARC Ratings Bhd is less o Rating agency says Malaysia’s recovery from the
HEALTH CARE 2,146.48 -26.30 upbeat about the momentum of private pandemic-induced recession has been moderate, uneven
TRANSPORTATION 889.83 -1.96 consumption in the country compared with
PROPERTY 732.96 +0.17 the scenario envisioned by Bank Negara
PLANTATION 8,336.76 +19.22 Malaysia (BNM).
FBMSHA 12,134.50 -64.80
FBMACE 5,828.32 -41.90 Although MARC’s view on the outlook of On inflation, BNM foresees the headline hamper the hiring momentum,” it said.
TECHNOLOGY 76.36 -1.60 the Malaysian economy is generally Consumer Price Index (CPI) to rise at a The minimum wage hike aims to
consistent with those presented by BNM in faster pace of 2.2% to 3.2% in 2022 (2021:
TURNOVER VALUE its Economic and Monetary Review 2021, 2.5%) mainly due to cost-push factors cushion vulnerable households against
3.337 BIL RM2.539 BIL and shares BNM’s view that the economic because of higher commodity prices and cost-push inflation as the economy
recovery would be underpinned by both global supply chain disruptions. reopens.
5 MOST ACTIVES external and domestic demand, it forecasts
April 7, 2022 private consumption growth to increase to “We think that price controls will mitigate “There should be no exclusions to the
6.9% in 2022, lower than BNM’s forecast of inflationary pressures for now. BNM also new ruling as the minimum wage is
STOCK VOL CLSG (sen) +/– (sen) 9%. expects stronger demand conditions to lift intended to protect workers against unduly
MBSB 117,490,500 65.5 +1.5 core inflation between 2% to 3% (2021: low pay in the lowest income bracket. If
SMTRACK 116,001,000 9.5 +1.5 “BNM anticipates a stronger recovery in 0.7%). We concur with such forecasts. micro and small industries are excluded, as
TECHNAX 104,831,500 9.5 +1.0 2022, with real GDP growth ranging Headline inflation rate has hovered above recent official announcements suggest, we
VIZIONE 99,301,800 7.0 +1.0 between 5.3% to 6.3% versus MARC Ratings’ the 2% mark since the start of 2022 while foresee no real economic benefits to the
MTRONIC 70,093,300 2.0 +0.5 forecast of 5.7%,” it said in a statement core inflation rate rose to near the 2% mark. new minimum wage level,” it said.
yesterday.
5 TOP GAINERS “Despite high expectations on inflation, It noted that the pace of recovery since
April 7, 2022 Malaysia’s economic recovery since the we stand by our assessment that monetary the pandemic-induced recession is
pandemic-induced recession has been policy will remain accommodative while relatively slow, albeit with a significantly
STOCK VOL CLSG (RM) +/– RM moderate and uneven. normalisation will only take place in the larger fiscal size seen in GFC.
HEIM 649,400 23.00 0.44 second half of 2022,” MARC said.
BKAWAN 37,000 27.00 0.40 “We noticed that real GDP (seasonally “With mobility restrictions in place for
CARLSBG 705,900 22.20 0.38 adjusted) took eight quarters to return to MARC deemed BNM’s expectation on too long, more fiscal support is needed for
BJFOOD 1,151,000 3.93 0.21 pre-pandemic levels – a significantly slower labour market conditions would continue the Malaysian economy to return to full
PCHEM 24,807,900 10.18 0.19 recovery than post-2008 Global Financial to improve, and that unemployment rate employment. The government has been
Crisis (GFC) when it took only five quarters would ease to 4% in 2022 (2021: 4.6%). managing the pandemic situation well, but
5 TOP LOSERS to return to pre-crisis peak. the policies focusing on promoting future
April 7, 2022 “To be realistic, signs of encouraging growth are still lacking. It will affect the
“GFC resulted in a supply shock while hiring activity have emerged, evidenced by economy’s fiscal metrics following a
the Covid-19 pandemic is more complex the declining trend in retrenchments and recovery. In echoing BNM’s call for
and profound, affecting both the demand jobless claims. We believe the government’s structural reforms, we also believe that
and supply side of the economy. plan to raise the minimum wage if executed Malaysia needs new thinking about how to
Nonetheless, both crises are primarily evenly across all sectors and regions would address shocks in the future,” it said.
supply-driven,” MARC said.

STOCK VOL CLSG (RM) +/– RM RM135m allocated to develop agrofood sector in 2022
NESTLE 40,000 134.10 1.40
MPI 352,100 35.50 1.20 KOTA KINABALU: The Ministry of
PMBTECH-WA 1,000 14.80 0.46 Agriculture and Food Industries (Mafi) has
F&N 136,200 21.28 0.34 allocated about RM135 million to develop
PPB 395,400 16.96 0.30 the agrofood sector in Sabah this year, says
its minister Datuk Seri Dr Ronald Kiandee.
EXCHANGE RATES APRIL 7, 2022
He said the allocation was for the
Foreign currency Bank sell Bank buy Bank buy departments and agencies under the Sabah Mardi will play an important role in promoting new agriculture technology,
ministry including the Malaysian entrepreneurial development and research in agriculture and the food industry, besides
1 US DOLLAR TT/OD TT OD Agricultural Research and Development providing food sample analysis services for the purpose of labelling the products of local
1 AUSTRALIAN DOLLAR 4.2775 4.1525 4.1425 Institute (Mardi), Sabah in an effort to spur entrepreneurs. – BERNAMAPIX
1 BRUNEI DOLLAR 3.2290 3.1030 3.0870 growth of the agrofood industry based on
1 CANADIAN DOLLAR 3.1450 3.0540 3.0460 the local food sources in the state. entrepreneurs. Ghani and UMS vice-chancellor Prof Datuk
1 EURO 3.4030 3.3120 3.3000 He said it had also trained about 12,000 Dr Taufik Yap Yun Hin.
1 NEWZEALAND DOLLAR 4.6710 4.5200 4.5000 For Sarawak, Ronald said the ministry
1 SINGAPORE DOLLAR 2.9720 2.8620 2.8460 had allocated about RM150 million so that people in Sabah who were involved in Ronald said his ministry welcomed the
1 STERLING POUND 3.1450 3.0540 3.0460 the state could also develop the sector’s agrofood entrepreneurship including the strategic cooperation between Mardi and
1 SWISS FRANC 5.6010 5.4240 5.4040 potential towards achieving the objectives young generation since its establishment in UMS as it could generate more research
100 UAE DIRHAM 4.5770 4.4720 4.4570 outlined in the National Agrofood Policy 1995, besides channelling various forms of outcomes, especially in developing the
100 BANGLADESHTAKA 117.8500 111.7500 111.5500 2.0. assistance to help the entrepreneurs agrofood sector in Sabah.
100 CHINESE RENMINBI 5.0570 4.7250 4.5250 develop their businesses.
100 HONGKONG DOLLAR 67.3000 64.7000 “We have talked a lot about the agrofood Through this MoU, Mardi and UMS will
100 INDIAN RUPEE 55.1600 52.4200 N/A sector as we want to ensure the country’s During his working visit, Ronald also also boost the fundamental scientific
100 INDONESIAN RUPIAH 5.7300 5.3800 52.2200 food supply security and this is contained in witnessed the signing of a memorandum of aspects and applications in R&D activities
100 JAPANESE YEN 0.0308 0.0279 5.1800 the National Agrofood Policy 2.0, to see the understanding (MoU) between Mardi and towards producing industry-oriented
100 NEWTAIWAN DOLLAR 3.4660 3.3570 0.0229 sector contributing to the country’s gross Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) to step up quality technology and the technology
100 PAKISTAN RUPEE 15.7000 3.3470 domestic product (GDP) and its economic research and development (R&D) projects transfer to UMS is also aimed at increasing
100 PHILIPPINE PESO 2.3400 N/A development. through smart agriculture and the involvement of R&D in the learning
100 QATAR RIYAL 8.4700 2.1800 N/A development of the imaging monitoring process.
100 SAUDI RIYAL 118.4000 7.9800 1.9800 “It is also towards ensuring that the system application for crop growth
100THAI BAHT 115.3300 112.4000 7.7800 agrofood sector will move in tandem with performance. The MoU will also see an increase in
13.3100 109.4900 112.2000 Industrial Revolution 4.0 through the use of quality R&D in the field of agriculture and
11.8000 109.2900 modern technology, lower production costs The MoU was signed by Mardi director- more high-impact outcomes through
11.4000 and less labour dependency, as well as general Datuk Dr Mohamad Zabawi Abdul scientific data generation. – Bernama
profit maximisation,” he told reporters after
Source: Malayan Banking Berhad/Bernama a working visit to Sabah Mardi yesterday.

Ronald said Sabah Mardi played an
important role in promoting new
agriculture technology, entrepreneurial
development and research in agriculture
and the food industry, besides providing
food sample analysis services for the
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RM1 trillion e-commerce income encore?

o The momentum is there and target can be (this year). This is premised on the Statistics revealed that e-commerce programmes to boost digital skills,
achieved again this year with introduction of situation of the movement control income hit RM1.1 trillion in 2021, an namely Meta Boost, Pasar
new, broader-based programmes: MDEC CEO (MCO) order previously which led to increase of 21.8% from 2020. Whatsapp, Instagram Academy, and
a spike in the e-commerce business. Facebook Blueprint Higher
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s e- Mahadhir Aziz said the projection is The #JomCelikDigital Dengan Education Programme.
commerce income is again expected in line with the country’s aim of “But there is already a Meta is a digital skill upgrade
to surpass the RM1 trillion mark this achieving an e-commerce market momentum and therefore it is initiative that is a collaboration Meta Boost offers a free
year, after hitting RM1.1 trillion last size worth RM1.65 trillion by 2025. important for us to bring more new between MDEC and Meta Malaysia education programme to empower
year. programmes that are broader and to assist Malaysians and businesses more than 1,000 small and medium
“Based on our data and trend, we cover all aspects such as impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic enterprises affected by the
Malaysia Digital Economy are confident (e-commerce income) demographics and others,” he said in and to enhance and invigorate the pandemic while Pasar Whatsapp
Corporation (MDEC) CEO of achieving more than RM1 trillion a media briefing after the launch of resilience of the nation’s digital introduces various applications to
‘#JomCelikDigital Dengan Meta’ economy. digitalise business.
through the Zoom application
yesterday. At the same event, Meta Malaysia #JomCelikDigital Dengan Meta
country director Nicole Tan said the will be implemented in phases
In February, the Department of initiative will introduce four starting April 14. – Bernama

BRIEFS PEKAT GROUP SCORES SOLAR
EPCC CONTRACT WORTH RM38M
From left: M&A Securities head of corporate finance Gary Ting, managing director Datuk Bill Tan, Unitrade Industries executive vice-chairman Sim Keng
Chor, Nomis Sim and executive director Simson Sim Xian Zhi. PETALING JAYA: Pekat Group Bhd has
secured a contract from Sun Estates Sdn
ACE-bound Unitrade inks underwriting deal with M&A Bhd to develop a large-scale solar (LSS)
photovoltaic (PV) farm for RM38.3 million.
PETALING JAYA: Unitrade Industries Bhd has out to bumiputra investors approved by the Sim stated the group has recently Its wholly owned subsidiary Pekat Solar Sdn
entered into an underwriting agreement with International Trade and Industry Ministry consolidated its operations under a new Bhd has accepted a letter of award from
M&A Securities Sdn Bhd for its initial public (Miti). industrial complex which houses its Sun Estates appointing it as the turnkey
offering (IPO) on Bursa Malaysia Securities headquarters, warehouse, and factory facility. engineering, procurement, construction
Bhd’s ACE Market. For the offer sale shares, the group has and commissioning (EPCC) contractor.
allocated 78.1 million shares to Miti-approved “The new warehouse is measured at Consequently, the group also entered a
For its IPO, the building materials bumiputra investors and the other 46.9 million 281,000 sq ft and is double the size of our two-year contract for the maintenance of
wholesalers and distributors plan to issue shares will be placed out to selected investors. previous one, giving us the ready capacity to the solar PV farm, which is expected to be
312.5 million new shares, representing 20% of increase our inventories to meet the upcoming commissioned in December 2023. The 10
its enlarged share capital, as well as an offer for Under the agreement, M&A Securities will surge in demand for building materials,” he megawatt solar PV farm in Batang Padang,
sale of 125 million existing shares. underwrite 141.6 million new shares for the said. Perak, is part of the Energy Commission’s
Malaysian public and pink form allocations. LSS@Mentari bidding cycle in 2021. Pekat
Of the new shares, 78.1 million shares will “Accordingly, we will deploy a portion of the executive director Wee Chek Aik remarked
be made available to the Malaysian public via Unitrade managing director Nomis Sim IPO proceeds to boost our working capital, that the contract win provides a timely
balloting, 63.5 million shares to its eligible Siang Leng is delighted to sign the allowing us to swiftly ramp up our volume and replenishment of its solar EPCC order book
directors, employees, and persons who have underwriting agreement with M&A. capitalise on the opportunities.” bringing it to RM209.0 million following the
contributed to its success (pink form RM33.1 million EPCC contract for Proton’s
allocation), 53.7 million shares for private “The exercise comes with multifaceted Unitrade is slated to be listed by May this 12 MWp solar PV farm in Tanjung Malim,
placement to selected investors and the benefits beyond the estimated proceeds to be year with M&A as the adviser, sponsor, Perak which was completed six months
remaining 117.2 million shares will be placed raised,” he said in a statement, noting the underwriters and placement agent for the ahead of schedule.
exercise will enhance its brand as well as its exercise.
credit and financing options. BINTAI KINDEN BAGS M&E
JOB FROM KLCC URUSHARTA
Hong Seng’s healthcare arm joins hands
with medical device player Mediven PETALING JAYA: Bintai Kinden Corp Bhd has
secured mechanical and electrical
PETALING JAYA: Hong Seng collaboration presents a new opportunity for engineering (M&E) contract worth RM2.615
Consolidated Bhd’s healthcare arm HS the group to participate in the manufacturing million from KLCC Urusharta Sdn Bhd
Bio Sdn Bhd has entered into a of medical devices. (KLCCH) to be the contractor to replace
collaboration agreement with Mediven transformer at Tower 2 Petronas Twin
Innovation Ventures Sdn Bhd to expand “We find that Mediven’s proven quality in Towers. The company’s wholly owned
their respective coverage in the healthcare internationally-recognised assessments as subsidiary Kejuruteraan Bintai Kindenko
sector. well as its success in executing projects and Sdn Bhd has accepted a letter of award
The two parties will jointly explore exporting their products will certainly lend us from KLCCH on March 30. The job scope of
opportunities and markets for their respective a hand in bidding for new projects and the project encompasses supplying and
products and may jointly pursue tenders and gaining exposure in overseas markets,” he said replacing the existing 33kV/11kV
bids for projects by providing a more in a statement. transformer, including modification of civil
comprehensive range of solutions. works of the existing transformer room and
Mediven is a group of companies involved Chan pointed out that HS Bio will also be relocation of M&E work along the route to
in the healthcare sector and has approvals, able to expand its range of capabilities to deliver the new transformer. The M&E
licences accreditations, and manufacturing become the most comprehensive player in contract is estimated to be concluded by
facilities for the manufacturing of medical the Malaysian private healthcare sector with April 15, 2023. Bintai Kinden executive
devices. With collaborative ties with its end-to-end medical supply chain director Azri Azerai said the contract from
research institutions both locally and management solutions. KLCCH fundamentally add on to Bintai
abroad, Mediven has built a Kinden’s credentials and reinforcing its
reputation for the design, Mediven operations director Dr Lim Li Sze track record in the M&E sector.
development and manufacture commented that the partnership will further
of innovative diagnostic expand its reach and range of offerings in the MALAYSIA AIRLINES
products for infectious healthcare sector. EXPANDS, EXTENDS ITS
diseases. PARTNERSHIP WITH AMADEUS
Hong Seng executive “We believe that by combining our
director Christopher Chan strengths as a leading molecular diagnostics PETALING JAYA: Malaysia Airlines Bhd
(pix) believes the provider in Malaysia with HS Bio’s wide- (MAB) has partnered with travel technology
reaching healthcare supply chain solutions, company Amadeus in a multi-year deal to
both parties will be able to make a significant improve customer experience including
impact in improving health and preventing corporate and travel retailers over the
infectious diseases,” Lim said. coming years. The deal will see Malaysia’s
national airline adopting Altéa NDC,
Reference Experience, Dynamic
Intelligence Hub and renewing its
Amadeus Altéa Passenger Service System
contract. The airline has also renewed and
expanded its multi-year air content
distribution partnership. With the seamless
integration of Altéa NDC with the Amadeus
Travel Platform, travel retailers will soon be
able to access Malaysia Airlines’full range of
NDC-enabled content with full servicing
functionalities. New Distribution Capability
(NDC) is a travel industry-supported
program by the International Air Transport
Association aimed at modernising the way
air products are retailed to travel agents,
corporations and travelers. Amadeus Altéa
NDC offers a more convenient and direct
way to book flights, dynamic pricing and
personalisation, access to richer content,
and the ability to select seats.

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BRIEFS BANK NEGARA: US$115.6B Gagasan Nadi Cergas
INTERNATIONAL in affordable housing push
RESERVES ON MARCH 31
o Builder plans to deliver more than 10,000 homes over the locations like Bukit Jelutong, Shah Alam.
PETALING JAYA: Bank Negara Malaysia’s next five years “Hence, we will ride on this strong
international reserves rose slightly to
US$115.6 billion (RM487.6 billion) as at PETALING JAYA: Construction Construction mass population segment in Selangor. interest and launch our subsequent
March 31, 2022, from US$115.2 billion group Gagasan Nadi Cergas Bhd will deliver Construction will begin in the second affordable housing developments in hand,
(RM485.9 billion) as at March 15, 2022. more than 10,000 affordable houses over the quarter of 2022, and is estimated to be starting with the Idaman Elmina West in
“The reserves position is sufficient to next five years to meet demand in Malaysia, completed in the fourth quarter of 2025. Shah Alam within the second half of 2022. It
finance 6.1 months of retained imports beginning with the launch of 2,800 units in Gagasan Nadi Cergas group managing will reiterate our role in supporting the
and is 1.2 times total short-term the financial year ending Dec 31, 2022 director Wan Azman Wan Kamal Idaman state’s target of building 30,000 affordable
external debt,“ the central bank said in a (FY22). said the launch of Idaman Bukit Jelutong houses by 2026,” he said in a statement.
statement. The reserves level takes into The group offers an
account the quarterly foreign exchange unveiled its opportunity The group’s Idaman Elmina West
revaluation changes, it added. 1,260-unit Rumah for B40 and encompasses 1,500 affordable residential
Idaman in Bukit lower M40 units, totalling RM370 million in GDV. The
GRABPAY MALAYSIA, Jelutong, Shah families to projects will contribute positively to the
GOVT ON CASHLESS Alam (Idaman own a home in group revenue in FY22.
DRIVE VIA EPEMULA Bukit Jelutong), Shah Alam.
yesterday, with a “Since the The group has more than 10,000
PETALING JAYA: GrabPay Malaysia is total gross registration of affordable housing units, including Idaman
partnering with the government to development interest started Bukit Jelutong and Idaman Elmina West,
drive cashless adoption among youths value (GDV) of RM304 million. for the project, we have already received across Klang Valley to be delivered over the
and businesses, particularly micro, The project was initiated with the support three times more registrations than the units next five years.
small and medium enterprises in the of Menteri Besar Selangor Incorporated offered; a clear indication that demand for
country through the ePemula (MBI) to provide affordable housing to the affordable housing is resilient, especially in Other affordable housing projects in the
programme. Targeted to start in mid- pipeline include the Rumah Selangorku
April, the Finance Ministry is allocating housing project in Serendah; two high-rise
RM300 million to the programme to affordable housing projects for Paramount
benefit two million youths aged 18-20 Corporation Bhd in Kemuning Utama and
and full-time students from higher Greenwood Salak Perdana; and the Rumah
learning institutions. Each eligible Idaman project for Kwasa Land Sdn Bhd in
claimant will receive a one-off RM150 Kwasa Damansara.
credit voucher disbursement via their
e-wallet of choice. GrabPay Malaysia
head Priyanka Madan said since the
launch of the GrabPay e-wallet, the
company has cooperated with partners
and government agencies to
encourage the growth of cashless
transactions.

Celcom, HeiTech Padu collaborate on 5G-equipped smart ambulances

PETALING JAYA: Celcom Axiata cameras and the videos will feed digital mobile emergency room to Idham (left) and Hilmey cementing the collaboration
Bhd has entered into a into the hospital’s command save more lives and elevate the
memorandum of understanding centre. country’s healthcare industry to
(MoU) with HeiTech Padu Bhd to greater heights.”
explore the development of Celcom CEO Datuk Idham
implementing and equipping Nawawi commented that the Hilmey said Celcom, working
Malaysian ambulances with smart alliance will allow both partners to together with HeiTech, is looking
healthcare technology and leverage on each other’s strengths forward to digitalising the
services. to innovate digital solutions for country’s healthcare industry with
healthcare services, elevating the innovative digital medical
This is also aimed at providing medical industry with smart services.
first responders with access to technology, and potentially 5G
advanced technologies and services, for improved efficiency HeiTech president & executive
communication tools to treat and successful rescue rates of deputy chairman Datuk Seri Mohd
patients more efficiently and patients. Hilmey Mohd Taib believes the
effectively by leveraging on collaboration will unlock the
communication with healthcare “As Malaysia embraces the potential of 5G in digital
experts within hospitals. fourth industrial revolution, smart healthcare and, in this case,
technology has the potential to assisting healthcare first
The smart ambulances will be transform today’s healthcare responders.
equipped with high-definition and services with reliable real-time and
artificial intelligence (AI)-based remote emergency medical “The more use cases being
cameras to monitor the condition response systems,” he said in a developed translates into more
inside the ambulance. These statement. possibilities of these use
ambulances will feature fleet cases/solutions being adopted and
management systems and GPS “With the aim of increasing implemented in the real world.
tracking systems. First responders efficiency to save more Malaysian The 5G enabled smart ambulance
will be equipped with body lives who are at stake, smart will bring a new meaning to
ambulances would serve as a connected healthcare.”

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Samsung Electronics Q1 profit tops market forecasts on solid chip demand

SEOUL: Samsung Electronics Co Ltd NAND Flash chip plant, analysts said. being better than expected,” said Park benefited from a disruption at a rival in early February is expected to drive
reported yesterday an estimated 50% Samsung put its first-quarter profit Sung-soon, analyst at Cape NAND Flash chip plant owned by up NAND Flash prices by 5%-10%,
jump in quarterly operating earnings Investment & Securities. Japan’s Kioxia and American firm offsetting the effects of modestly high
to post its highest first-quarter profit at 14.1 trillion won (RM48.77 billion) Western Digital due to inventories maintained by buyers,
since 2018, beating expectations as in a preliminary earnings release, Although memory chip prices contamination of raw materials. data provider TrendForce said.
solid demand underpinned prices for versus a Refinitiv SmartEstimate of dipped in the first quarter, analysts
memory chips. 13.3 trillion won. Revenue likely rose said solid demand from data centre “After the contamination issue at Samsung is due to release detailed
18% from the same period a year clients as well as cautious investment Kioxia, I think there were rush orders earnings on April 28, when investors
Earnings at the world’s largest earlier to a record 77 trillion won, also spending by chipmakers and limited for NAND Flash chips made to will be interested to hear any
memory chip and smartphone above market expectations. capacity expansion buoyed Samsung for products that were comments on its M&A plans, how it
maker were also supported by brisk Samsung’s chip earnings, which meant to be secured from Kioxia,” plans to operate its memory chip
smartphone sales in the quarter, “The guidance beat market make up about half of its total profits. Park said. business to boost profitability, and
along with a disruption at a rival expectations, probably due to chip demand outlook. – Reuters
memory chip shipments and prices The chipmaker also likely The disruption at the Kioxia plant

Shell lifts Russia writedown Non-EU airlines must
to as much as US$5 billion compensate EU
passengers for delays
o Oil, gas trading boosted Oil stockpiles released to fill Russian gap
in first quarter, takes US$7b Major oil-consuming nations have released almost 63 million barrels BRUSSELS: The European Union’s top court
cash flow hit on inventories from emergency reserves, but with global daily consumption yesterday cleared the way for passengers to seek
at 100 million, prices continue to surge compensation for delayed flights from non-EU
LONDON: Shell will write down up to US$5 airlines operating flights on behalf of carriers
billion (RM21.9 billion) following its decision STOCKPILES Europe 18,682 Germany 3,199 from within the bloc.
to exit Russia, more than previously disclosed, RELEASED UK 2,200
while soaring oil and gas prices boosted The ruling from the Luxembourg-based
trading activities in the first quarter, the By IEA members Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU)
company said yesterday. (thousand barrels) Italy 2,044 is the latest to boost passengers’ rights to be
reimbursed for flight delays or cancellations.
The post-tax impairments of between Daily global Spain 2,000
US$4 billion and US$5 billion in the first consumption France 1,833 Yesterday’s case concerned three
quarter will not impact the company’s passengers, who made a single reservation with
earnings, Shell said in an update ahead of its Poland 1,709 Lufthansa via a travel agency for a flight from
earnings announcement on May 5. Brussels to San Jose in the United States. The
~100 million Total Turkey 1,505 flight was entirely operated by United Airlines.
Shell, whose market capitalisation is barrels 62.7 million Netherlands
around US$210 billion, had previously said Two-thirds crude The three travellers arrived at their
the Russia writedowns would reach around oil, one-third 823 destination with a 223-minute delay and
US$3.4 billion. The increase was due to *Other Europe subsequently sued United Airlines in a Dutch
additional potential impacts around refined court for compensation. The CJEU backed their
contracts, writedowns of receivables, and claim, saying United Airlines could then seek
credit losses in Russia, a Shell spokesperson U.S. 30,000 Asia Pacific compensation from third parties.
said. 13,981
U.S. BRIEFS “Passengers of a delayed flight may claim
The start of 2022 marked one of the most considering Japan 7,500 compensation from a non-EU air carrier where
turbulent periods in decades for the oil and plan to release that carrier operates the entirety of the flight on
gas industry as Western companies including 1 million bpd for up to U.S. petroleum behalf of an EU carrier,” judges said. “The
Shell rapidly pulled out of Russia, severing 180 days – using 32% of reserve (million operating air carrier (United Airlines) which is
trading ties and winding down joint ventures current reserves. Around obliged to compensate a passenger retains the
following Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine. 3 million bpd of Russian NZ Korea barrels) right to seek compensation from any person,
oil locked in by sanctions 369 4,420 including third parties, in accordance with the
Shell said it will exit all its Russian Australia Capacity applicable national law.” – Reuters
operations, including a major liquefied 1,692
natural gas plant in the Sakhalin peninsula in *Other IEA Europe 3,369 714 INDIA’S FLIPKART RAISES IPO
the eastern flank of the country. VALUATION GOAL TO US$60-70B
Austria 387
Shell did not provide any guidance on the NEW DELHI: Walmart’s Indian e-commerce
future of its stakes in Russian projects. Belgium 253 company Flipkart has internally raised its
initial public offering (IPO) valuation target
Benchmark oil prices soared to an average Estonia 37 by around a third to US$60-70 billion
of more than US$100 a barrel in the quarter, (RM251-295 billion), and now plans a US
their highest since 2014, while European gas Finland 377 Current listing in 2023 instead of this year, two
prices hit a record high. Greece 303 sources told Reuters. The main reason for
Hungary 265 550 waiting for the IPO is due to Flipkart’s
The unprecedented volatility in internal plan to boost valuations further by
commodity prices in recent months has Ireland 222 focusing on two of its relatively new
pushed several traders to the brink as they businesses – online healthcare services and
scrambled to sharply increase Lithuania 115 travel bookings, two of the sources with
downpayments for oil and LNG cargoes. direct knowledge said. Flipkart didn’t
Luxembourg 109 Planned release respond to a request for comment.
Shell, the world’s largest liquefied natural Norway 400
gas trader, said earnings from LNG trading 180 IMF CUTS JAPAN OUTLOOK,
were expected to be higher in the quarter SUGGESTS CONTINGENCY PLAN
compared with the previous three months. Sweden 551
Earnings from oil trading are set to be TOKYO: The International Monetary Fund
“significantly higher” in the quarter. Switzerland 350 Intended to weather spikes in demand (IMF) cut Japan’s economic growth forecast
yesterday and urged policymakers to
Cashflow in the quarter would be Source: IEA (International Energy Agency) © GRAPHIC NEWS consider preparing a contingency plan in
negatively impacted by “very significant” case the Ukraine crisis derails a fragile
outflows of around US$7 billion as a result of Shell’s fuel sales averaged 4.3 million LNG liquefaction volumes were slightly recovery. While rising commodity costs
changes in the value of oil and gas inventories. barrels per day in the quarter, down from 4.45 higher on the quarter, averaging 8 million could push up inflation, the Bank of Japan
million bpd in the previous quarter, Shell said. tonnes. – Reuters must maintain ultra-easy policy for a
prolonged period to sustainably hit its 2%
Vietnamese carmaker VinFast files for US IPO to fund expansion inflation target, the IMF said in a staff
report. The IMF said it now expects Japan's
HAIPHONG: Vietnamese carmaker VinFast considering a lot of options,” VinFast chief automakers and startups with electric SUV economy to grow 2.4% this year, lower than
said yesterday its Singapore-based holding executive Le Thi Thu Thuy told reporters on and a battery leasing model. a projection for 3.3% expansion made in
company had filed for an initial public offering the sidelines of an event to showcase the January. – Reuters
(IPO) of the group with US securities regulators, company’s new VF8 battery-powered SUV. She said the IPO is planned for the second
as it plans US$4 billion (RM16.87 billion) half of this year and is one option to fund the OIL TANKER GROUPS EURONAV,
spending on its first US factory complex. The company said last week it had signed a planned North Carolina plant and US expansion. FRONTLINE IN US$4.2B MERGER
preliminary deal to initially invest US$2
VinFast, which is a unit of Vietnam’s billion to build a factory in North Carolina to Outside of North America, VinFast is looking OSLO: Belgian oil tanker group Euronav and
biggest conglomerate Vingroup JSC, said it make electric buses, sport utility vehicles for a plant in Germany, it said in January. smaller Oslo-listed rival Frontline plan to
had not determined the size and price range (SUV) and batteries for electric vehicles. merge in an all-stock transaction valued at
for the IPO. The company became Vietnam’s first fully US$4.2 billion (RM17.7 billion) that they
VinFast is betting big on the US market, fledged domestic car manufacturer in 2019 said would cut costs and help in their low-
“There are options to look at. We are still where it hopes to compete with legacy and plans to transition to all-electric vehicle carbon transition. Euronav’s owners will get
production from late 2022. – Reuters 59% of the combined group and will also
receive a cash dividend before the deal
closes, while Frontline owners will hold the
remaining 41%, the companies said in a
statement yesterday. The merged company
will use the Frontline name and will be led
by Euronav CEO Hugo De Stoop. – Reuters

13theSUN ON FRIDAY | APRIL 8, 2022

302 Jobs 322 Notices 322 Notices 322 Notices 322 Notices 322 Notices

WE ARE HIRING IN THE MATTER OF IN THE MATTER OF IN THE HIGH COURT OF MALAYA DALAM MAHKAMAH MAJISTRET
THE COMPANIES ACT 2016 THE COMPANIES ACT 2016 AT JOHOR BAHRU DI JOHOR BAHRU

AND AND COMMERCIAL DIVISION DALAM NEGERI JOHOR
IN THE MATTER OF IN THE MATTER OF COMPANIES WINDING-UP DARUL TA’ZIM, MALAYSIA
CORCEKAP CORPORATION (M) SDN. ALEEPORTAL SDN. BHD. NO. JA- 28NCC – 18-02/ 2022 WRIT NO: JA-A72NCvC-211-03/2022
REGISTRATION NO.: 201601039978 In the matter of S.465 (1) (e) and
BHD. S. 466 (1) (a) of the Companies ANTARA
[200701042783 (800816-H)] (1210919-X) Act, 2016
ASSISTANT MANAGER (In Members’ Voluntary Winding Up) 1. TAY LAI ENG (NO. K/P: 640616-02-5499) Plaintif-Plaintif
(IN MEMBERS’ At a General Meeting of the Company duly AND 2. FUN FOOK NIA (NO. K/P: 630623-01-5628)
ADVERTISING SALES & MARKETING VOLUNTARY WINDING UP) convened and held electronically via video In the matter of Qsone Trading Sdn
Job Description: At a general meeting of the members conferencing at BO3-B-13-1, Level 13, Menara Bhd (Co. No. 201501006227 TAN CHI KWANG DAN ... Defendan
of CORCEKAP CORPORATION (M) SDN. 3A, KL Eco City, No. 3, Jalan Bangsar, 59200 [1131559-U] (NO. K/P: 780516-01-5589) NOTIS
• Building and sustaining strong working relationships with BHD. duly convened and held at PS-2A, Kuala Lumpur on 1 April 2022, the following Kepada,
advertising clients. Taman Evergreen, Batu 4, Jalan Kelang special resolutions were duly passed: BETWEEN
Lama, 58100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah RESOLVED:- BANK MUAMALAT MALAYSIA TAN CHI KWANG Dan/atau TAN CHI KWANG
• Drive to perform and bring in sales revenue for the company on all Persekutuan on 01/04/2022 the following 1. THAT the Company be wound up voluntarily BERHAD No. 24, Jalan Camar 10, No. 16, Jalan Suria 19,
media platforms. special resolutions were duly passed: pursuant to Section 439(1)(b) of the (Co. Reg. No. 196501000376 Taman Perling,
1. THAT the Company be wound up Companies Act 2016 and that Ng Heng Hooi [6175-W]) 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor. Taman Suria,
• Plan and executive new, creative, exciting and innovative voluntarily pursuant to Section 439(1) of 462A, Jalan 5/46, Taman Petaling, 46000 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.
marketing campaigns for the company (b) of the Companies Act 2016. Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan be ..PETITIONER
2. THAT Mr. Lim Low Phin of Lim & and is hereby appointed liquidator for the AND AMBIL PERHATIAN bahawa suatu tindakan telah dimulakan terhadap kamu di Mahkamah
• Develop and continuously improve marketing materials, Wong Management Sdn Bhd of PS- Company for the purpose of winding up of QSONE TRADING SDN BHD Majistret Johor Bahru dalam JA-A72NCvC-211-03/2022 oleh TAY LAI ENG (NO. K/P: 640616-
product/service presentations and proposals. 2A, Taman Evergreen, Batu 4, Jalan the Company. (Co. No. 201501006227 02-5499) dan FUN FOOK NIA (NO. K/P: 630623-01-5628) yang beralamat di No. 50A, Jalan
Kelang Lama, 58100 Kuala Lumpur be 2. THAT the liquidator be authorised pursuant [1131559-U]) Abiad, Taman Tebrau Jaya, 80400 Johor Bahru, Johor di mana Plaintif-Plaintif menuntut seperti
• Work closely with the respective department to improve revenue and is hereby appointed as liquidator to Section 456 of the Companies Act 2016 to berikut daripada Defendan:-
generating platforms. of the Company for the purpose of the exercise the powers laid down in Eleventh ..RESPONDENT
322 Notices members’ voluntary winding up and be Schedule of the Companies Act 2016. NOTICE OF WINDING-UP ORDER a. satu injuksi perintah mandatory bahawa Defendan hendaklah dengan serta–merta
Requirements: indemnified by the Company against 3. THAT the liquidator be authorised to In the matter of QSONE TRADING melapangkan; mengalihkan dan mengosongkan barangan kepunyaan Defendan di dalam
NOTICE OF APPLICATION all cost, charges, losses, expenses and distribute either in cash, specie or in kind SDN BHD (Co. No. 201501006227 premis dengan alamat pos di tingkat bawah (Ground Floor), No. 16, Jalan Suria 19, Taman
• Minimum Diploma/Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or FOR VOLUNTARY WINDING liabilities whatsoever which may incur any surplus assets of the Company as he [1131559-U]). Suria, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor [“Premis tersebut”].
any other related field. UP OF LIMITED LIABILITY or sustain by him in the execution and thinks fit to the contributory of the Company Winding-up Order made on the
discharge of his duties as liquidator in accordance with his respective rights and 04th day of April 2022. b. satu perintah injuksi menghalang Defendan; ejen-ejen dan/atau pekerja-pekerja Defendan
• Minimum 5 years of experience in sales and marketing in print PARTNERSHIP and in relation thereto and that his interests therein. Name and address of Liquidator:- dan/atau sesiapapun yang diarahkan atau diberikuasa oleh Defendan daripada memasuki
and digital media (Section 50(4)(a) of remuneration be fixed on the scale of The Board of Directors Jabatan Insolvensi Negeri Johor atau mencerobohi ke dalam mana-mana bahagian Premis Plaintif-Plaintif tersebut;
the Limited Liability his usual professional charges for the Dated this 8th day of April 2022 Aras 12, Menara Tabung Haji
• Good communication, presentation, problem solving and work involved. Jalan Ayer Molek, Johor Bahru c. Defendan membayar baki sewa terakru sejumlah RM16,500-00 bagi sewa bulanan Jun,
organizational skills Partnerships 3. THAT the liquidator may exercise any of IN THE MATTER OF 801720 Johor 2021; Julai, 2021; Ogos, 2021; Oktober, 2021 sehingga Februari, 2022 (masih berterusan);
Act 2012) the powers given to a liquidator under THE COMPANIES ACT 2016
• Possess own transport and willing to travel the Twelfth Schedule of the Companies Dated 04th day of April 2022 d. Defendan membayar sewa berganda (mense profit) (“faedah seantara”) pada kadar
• Able to start immediately if successfully chosen Notice is hereby given that Act 2016 in a winding up by the Court. AND MD. TAJUDDIN & CO. RM2,500-00 sebulan mulai Januari, 2022 sehingga tarikh Premis tersebut diserahkan
• Successful candidate(s) will be based in the Petaling Jaya office ABUNDANCE CULTURE PLT DATO’ WONG FOOK THIAN IN THE MATTER OF kembali oleh Defendan kepada Plaintif-Plaintif.
(No. PLT 201704001580 Director ALEEPORTAL SDN. BHD. Solicitors for the Petitioner
SENIOR EXECUTIVE (LLP0011706-LGN) will be Date: 08/04/2022 REGISTRATION NO.: 201601039978 This Notice of Winding-Up Order e. faedah ke atas jumlah gantirugi-gantirugi yang diberikan pada kadar 5% setahun daripada
making an application to is prepared by Md. Tajuddin & Co, tarikh Notis Usiran tersebut iaitu 30 Disember, 2021 sehingga tarikh penyelesaian
DIGITAL MARKETING the Registrar of Limited IN THE MATTER OF (1210919-X) Suite 1305, Tingkat 13, Menara sepenuhnya; dan
Job Description: Liability Partnerships for a THE COMPANIES ACT 2016 (In Members’ Voluntary Winding Up) Teo Chew, No. 1 Jalan Lumut,
declaration of dissolution NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Creditors of 50400 Kuala Lumpur, Tel: 03-4042 f. kos.
• Design and develop online marketing strategies, digital roadmap pursuant to section 50(2) AND the abovementioned Company which is being 2005 / Fax: 03-4042 2509,
and creative campaigns that aligned with the business goals and of the Limited Liability IN THE MATTER OF wound up voluntarily are required, to send Email: [email protected] DAN ADALAH DIPERINTAHKAN bahawa Writ dan Pernyataan Tuntutan bertarikh 8 Mac, 2022
directions. Partnerships Act 2012 within CORCEKAP CORPORATION in their names and addresses on or before 8 Ref: (CL)8025/2021/BMMB/TR/ masing-masing diserahkan kepada kamu secara penyampaian ganti dengan menampalkan
seven (7) days after the May 2022, with particulars of their debts or AA(sl) Writ tersebut bersama Perintah Penyampaian Ganti bertarikh 7 April, 2022 di alamat-alamat
• Provide creative ideas for content marketing. publication of this notice. (M) SDN. BHD. claims and their names and addresses of their terakhir Defendan di No. 24, Jalan Camar 10, Taman Perling, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor
• Manage all digital marketing channels Any partner or creditor of [200701042783 (800816-H)] solicitors (if any) to:- 322 Notices dan/atau (Ground Floor), No. 16, Jalan Suria 19, Taman Suria, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor
• Plan and manage social media platforms. the LLP desiring to object DAN menampalkan Writ tersebut di Papan Notis Mahkamah Majistret di Johor Bahru DAN
• Able to create content & produce graphics for social media to the application may do so (IN MEMBERS’ The Liquidator DALAM MAHKAMAH MAJISTRET DI mengiklankan satu Notis di dalam akhbar “The Sun” bagi tempoh satu (1) hari pengiklanan
in writing to the Companies VOLUNTARY WINDING UP) ALEEPORTAL SDN. BHD. JOHOR BAHRU dan.
postings. Commission of Malaysia NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the REGISTRATION NO.: 201601039978
• Prepare copywriting for the marketing campaign. within thirty (30) days from creditors of the abovenamed company DALAM NEGERI JOHOR DARUL Bahawa Penyampaian itu hendaklah menjadi penyampaian yang sempurna dan cukup akan
the date of this notice. which is being wound up voluntarily are (1210919-X) TAKZIM, MALAYSIA Writ tersebut terhadap Defendan dalam tempoh tujuh (7) hari dari tarikh terakhir penampalan
Requirements: required before 09/05/2022 to send their BO3-B-13-1, Level 13, Menara 3A, SAMAN NO: dan pengiklanan tersebut.
IN THE HIGH COURT OF MALAYA names and addresses with particulars KL Eco City No. 3, Jalan Bangsar,
• Diploma/Degree in Marketing, Digital Marketing or equivalent. AT SHAH ALAM of their debts or claims and the names JA- A72NCvC-23-01/2022 Jika kamu berhasrat untuk membela tindakan tersebut kamu mestilah hadir sama ada secara
• Minimum 3 years of experience in implementing digital (CIVIL DIVISION) and addresses of their solicitors (if any) 59200 Kuala Lumpur ANTARA sendiri atau melalui peguamcara kamu di Mahkamah Majistret, Aras 23A, Menara MSC
to the undersigned, the Liquidator of the and if so required by notice in writing from Cyberport, No. 5, Jalan Bukit Meldrum, 80300 Johor Bahru pada 16 Mei, 2022 pada jam 8.30
marketing strategies COMPANIES WINDING UP Company; and if so required by notice the said Liquidator, or by their solicitors or HORIZON HILLS PROPERTY SERVICES pagi. Jika kamu ingkar untuk hadir sedemikian penghakiman ingkar kehadiran boleh diberikan
• Excellent understanding of digital marketing concepts and PETITION NO. in writing from the Liquidator, either personally, to come in and prove their debts SDN BHD terhadap kamu.
personally or by their solicitors to come and claims at such time and place as shall be (NO. SYARIKAT: 820673-A)
best practices. BA-28NCC-603-12/2021 in and prove their debts or claims at specified in such notice, or in default thereof, Bertarikh 7 April, 2022
• Required Skill(s): Google Adwords, Google Analytics, SEO/SEM, In the matter of ESAMEGAH SDN. such time and place as shall be specified they will be excluded from the benefit of any …. PLAINTIF
BHD. (Company No. 700728-P) in such notice or in default thereof, they distribution made before such debts and DAN .................................
social media marketing and optimization. will be excluded from the benefit of any claims are proved. 1. HAN JING (NO. PASPOT PEOPLE’S Penolong Pendaftar
• Team player And distribution made before such debts and NG HENG HOOI REPUBLIC OF CHINA: G52497358) Mahkamah Majistret
• Good time-management skills In the matter of Section 465 (1)(e) of claims are proved. Liquidator 2. YANG RUOBING
• Great interpersonal and communication skills the Companies Act 2016 LIM LOW PHIN Dated this 8th day of April 2022 (NO. PASPOT PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC Johor Bahru
Liquidator OF CHINA: P01131323)
Office based in Petaling Jaya (5 days a week) And Date: 08/04/2022 …DEFENDAN-DEFENDAN NOTIS ini difailkan oleh TETUAN TAY L.E. & CO., Peguambela & Peguamcara, yang beralamat
Closing date - 30 April 2022 In the matter of the Companies NOTIS WRIT SAMAN di 50A, Jalan Abiad, Taman Tebrau Jaya, 80400 Johor Bahru.
(Winding-Up) Rules 1972 Kepada: [Ruj. Kami: TLE/SimonTay-TCK /22/#hd4/a]
Send in your CV with your photo via email to : HAN JING Tel : 07 – 331 4455
[email protected] BETWEEN (NO. PASPOT PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF Faks : 07 – 332 4455
MS ELEVATORS ENGINEERING SDN. CHINA: G52497358); dan Email : [email protected] / [email protected]
BHD. (COMPANY NO.: 84871-M) YANG RUOBING
DALAM MAHKAMAH MAJISTRET DALAM MAHKAMAH SESYEN (NO. PASPOT PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF 322 Notices DALAM MAHKAMAH MAJISTRET
…PETITIONER DI PETALING JAYA DI PETALING JAYA CHINA: P01131323) DI PETALING JAYA
AND No. 5, Jalan Gita 4/1, Horizon Hills,
ESAMEGAH SDN. BHD. DALAM NEGERI SELANGOR DALAM NEGERI SELANGOR 79100 Iskandar Puteri, Johor; dan DALAM NEGERI SELANGOR DARUL
(COMPANY NO.: 700728-P) DARUL EHSAN, MALAYSIA DARUL EHSAN, MALAYSIA No. B-20-05, Ceriaan Kiara, Jalan Kiara EHSAN, MALAYSIA
GUAMAN NO.: BB-A72NCC-7-01/2022 GUAMAN NO.: BB-A52NCC-156-12/2021 3, Mont Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur. GUAMAN SIVIL NO:
...RESPONDENT AMBIL PERHATIAN bahawa satu
ADVERTISEMENT OF PETITION ANTARA ANTARA tindakan telah dimulakan terhadap DALAM MAHKAMAH SESYEN DI BB-A72NCvC-739-12/2021
NOTICE is hereby given that a kamu di Mahkamah Majistret SHAH ALAM ANTARA
petition for the winding-up of the B2B FINPAL SDN BHD PLAINTIF B2B FINPAL SDN BHD …PLAINTIF Johor Bahru dalam Saman No. JA-
above-named company by the (NO. SYARIKAT: 1192385-H) (NO. SYARIKAT: 1192385-H) A72NCvC-23-01/2022 oleh HORIZON DALAM NEGERI SELANGAR DARUL TENAGA NASIONAL BERHAD
High Court was, on the 2nd day of HILLS PROPERTY SERVICES SDN EHSAN, MALAYSIA (No. Syarikat: 199001009294)
December 2021 presented by MS DAN DAN BHD yang beralamat di No.76 Jalan GUAMAN SIVIL NO:
Elevators Sdn. Bhd., the abovesaid Horizon Perdana 1, Horizon Hills, 79100 … PLAINTIF
Petitioning Company and that the Iskandar Puteri, Johor yang mana BA-A52NCvC-643-12/2020 DAN
said petition is directed to be heard Plaintif menuntut dari Defendan amaun SUBRAMANIAM A/L GOVINDAN
before the Court sitting at the High 1) IVAN RENOVATION & CONSTRUCTION 1) KORIYAMA AUTOPARTS SDN BHD (NO. terhutang sebanyak RM4,954-11 dan ANTARA (No. K/P: 550703-10-5383)
Court of Malaya at Shah Alam at 9 (NO.PENDAFTARAN SYARIKAT: 201401015741/1091826- faedah ke atas RM4,954-11 pada kadar
o’clock in the morning, on the 25th PERNIAGAAN:201603051873/ D) 10% setahun dari 26-2-2021 sehingga TENAGA NASIONAL BERHAD … DEFENDAN
day of April 2022; and any creditor 002513959-X) tarikh penghakiman dan pada kadar (No. Syarikat: 200866-W) NOTIS PENGIKLANAN
or contributory of the said company 2) NG CHIAH SIANG 5% dari tarikh penghakiman sehingga (Dalam Perkara mengenai Penyampaian
desiring to support or oppose the 2) HO HANN WEN (NO. K/P: 860421-38-6571) penyelesaian penuh dan bahawa telah … PLAINTIF Ganti Writ Saman dan Pernyataan
making of an order on the said (NO. K/P: 760717-08-5235) diperintahkan yang penyampaian writ DAN Tuntutan bertarikh 13.12.2021 melalui
petition may appear at the time of DEFENDAN-DEFENDAN 3) KHOO CHAI VOON saman kepada kamu dalam tindakan Perintah Mahkamah bertarikh 4.3.2022)
hearing by himself or his counsel (NO. K/P: 870521-10-5238) tersebut hendaklah dilaksanakan Kepada:-
for that purpose; and a copy of the NOTIS …DEFENDAN-DEFENDAN melalui iklan ini dan penampalan dan SUBRAMANIAM A/L GOVINDAN
petition will be furnished to any Kepada: ianya dikatakan penyampaian yang (No. K/P: 550703-10-5383)
322 Notices 322 Notices creditor or contributory of the said IVAN RENOVATION & CONSTRUCTION NOTIS sempurna dan berkesan selepas empat KHOO TECK THYE 5302E, Jalan Kelang Batu 13
company requiring the same by (NO.PENDAFTARAN PERNIAGAAN: belas (14) hari tarikh pengiklanan notis (No. K/P: 690502-05-5273) 47100 Puchong
the undersigned on payment of the 201603051873/ 002513959-X) Kepada: ini atau tarikh-tarikh penampalan, yang Selangor
regulated charge for the same. L3-02, Block E, Ng Chiah Siang mana lebih lewat. … DEFENDAN AMBIL PERHATIAN bahawa satu Writ
The Petitioner’s address is Wisma Palm Terrace Apartment, (No. K/P: 860421-38-6571) Jika kamu berhasrat untuk membela Saman dan Pernyataan Tuntutan bertarikh
NOTIS NOTICE MS, No. 15, Jalan 2/116D, Kuchai Jalan TK 1/11, Taman Kinrara, No.1-16A, Villa Sentosa, Jalan Sato Yusof tindakan tersebut, kamu hendaklah DAN 13.12.2021 (“Writ tersebut”) dan satu
DI DALAM PERKARA IN THE MATTER OF Entrepreneurs Park, Off Jalan 47180 Puchong, Selangor Shahbudin 3, Taman Sentosa memasukkan kehadiran ke Mahkamah Perintah Untuk Penyampaian Ganti
AKTA SYARIKAT, 2016 THE COMPANIES ACT, 2016 Kuchai Lama, 58200 Kuala Lumpur, 41200 Klang, Selangor. dalam masa empat belas (14) hari 1. LEE MUN KEONG bertarikh 4.3.2022 (“Perintah tersebut”)
AND IN THE MATTER OF ABLE TOUCH Wilayah Persekutuan. selepas penyampaian Writ Saman ini (No. K/P: 780929-08-5729) telah dikeluarkan terhadap kamu di
DAN The Petitioner’s solicitors are DAN kepada kamu. Mahkamah Majistret Petaling Jaya oleh
DI DALAM PERKARA SDN. BHD. Messrs Chambers of Firdaus of Ambil perhatian bahawa suatu tindakan Bertarikh pada 7hb Mac 2022 2.CHIN SAI HONG Tenaga Nasional Berhad (No. Syarikat:
ABLE TOUCH SDN BHD Registration No. 200001031721 Unit J-5-1, Tingkat 5, Parklane HO HANN WEN telah dimulakan terhadap kamu dalam t.t (No. K/P: 680423-08-5774) 199001009294) yang mempunyai alamat
No Pendaftaran 200001031721 Commercial Hub, Jalan SS7/26, (No. K/P: 760717-08-5235) Mahkamah Sesyen Di Petaling Jaya dalam ………………….. penyampaian di Pejabat Setiausaha
(534328-X) Kelana Jaya, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Block J-10-19, PPR Bukit Jalil Indah, Guaman No: BB-A52NCC-156-12/2021 oleh Penolong Pendaftar … PIHAK-PIHAK KETIGA Syarikat, Tingkat 2, Ibu Pejabat Tenaga
(534328-X) (In Members’ Voluntarily Selangor Darul Ehsan Taman Bukit Jalil Indah, B2B Finpal Sdn Bhd (No. Syarikat: 1192385- Mahkamah Majistret Nasional Berhad, No. 129, Jalan Bangsar,
58000 Kuala Lumpur H) yang mempunyai alamat di Unit T2-L9, Johor Bahru 59200, Kuala Lumpur dan Mahkamah
NOTIS ini adalah dengan ini diberikan Liquidation) Dated 29th March 2022 Level 9, Tower 2, PJ33 (Jaya 33), Jalan Prof NOTIS WRIT SAMAN ini dikeluarkan PENYAMPAIAN telah memerintahkan supaya Writ dan
bahawa mengikut Seksyen 459(2) Akta .......................................... Ambil perhatian bahawa suatu tindakan Khoo Kay Kim (Jalan Semangat), Seksyen oleh Tetuan Yoong & Partners, GANTI-BENTUK IKLAN Perintah tersebut disampaikan keatas
Syarikat, 2016, Mesyuarat Akhir Syarikat NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant Messrs Chambers of Firdaus telah dimulakan terhadap kamu dalam 13, 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor yang peguamcara Plaintif yang beralamat (PIHAK KETIGA PERTAMA) kamu secara penyampaian ganti dengan
di atas yang akan diadakan di 3-19 to Section 459(2) of the Companies NOTE:- Any person who intends to Mahkamah Majistret Di Petaling Jaya dalam mana Plaintif menuntut daripada Defendan- penyampaian di Suite 22.01 Level 22, menampalkan sesalinan Writ tersebut
Medan Perniagaan Pauh Jaya, Jalan Act, 2016, the Final Meeting of the appear on the hearing of the said Guaman No: BB-A72NCC-7-01/2022 oleh Defendan seperti berikut – Johor Bahru City Square, 108 Jalan Kepada :- berserta dengan sesalinan Perintah
Baru, 13700 Perai, Pulau Pinang pada above-mentioned Company will be held petition must serve on or send by B2B Finpal Sdn Bhd (No. Syarikat: 1192385- (a) jumlah prinsipal Issued Notes sebanyak Wong Ah Fook, 80000 Johor Bahru tersebut di Papan Notis Mahkamah
9 Mei 2022 pada jam 11.00 pagi untuk at 3-19 Medan Perniagaan Pauh Jaya, post to the above-named Messrs H) yang mempunyai alamat di Unit T2-L9, [Ruj:NKP/hd/5531.H] Lee Mun Keong Majistret Petaling Jaya, dengan
tujuan berikut: Jalan Baru, 13700 Perai, Pulau Pinang Chambers of Firdaus a notice in Level 9, Tower 2, PJ33 (Jaya 33), Jalan Prof RM230,400.00; (No K/P: 780929-08-5729) menampalkan sesalinan Writ tersebut
on May 9, 2022 at 11.00 a.m. for the writing of his intention so to do. Khoo Kay Kim (Jalan Semangat), 46200 (b) faedah pada kadar 15.50% setahun No. 154, Jalan Choo Lip Kung, berserta dengan sesalinan Perintah
i. Untuk mempertimbangkan following purposes: The notice must state the name and Petaling Jaya, Selangor yang mana Plaintif Taman Taynton View, tersebut di alamat Defendan seperti yang
dan sekiranya difikirkan wajar, i. To consider and, if thought fit, adopt address of the person, or, if a firm, menuntut daripada Defendan-Defendan mengikut pengiraan faedah harian, 56000 Cheras, Kuala Lumpur. tertera pada Writ Saman tersebut yang
meluluskan AkaunTerakhir Pelikuidasi the name and address of the firm, seperti berikut – ke atas jumlah prinsipal Issued Note merupakan alamat Defendan tersebut
yang menunjukkan bagaimana the Final Account of the Liquidator and must be signed by the person or a) jumlah prinsipal Issued Note sebanyak bagi Working Capital Financing dari yang terakhir diketahui, dan dengan
penggulungan telah dijalankan dan showing how the winding up has been firm, or his or their solicitor (if any) tarikh pinjaman diberi kepada Penerbit AMBIL PERHATIAN bahawa mengiklankan satu Notis sekali dalam
harta syarikat itu telah dilupuskan. conducted and the property of the and must be served, or, if posted, RM50,000.00; (“Issuer”) (“Disbursement Date”) suatu tindakan telah dimulakan akhbar “The Sun”.
company has been disposed of; must be sent by post in sufficient b) faedah pada kadar 15.50% setahun sehingga tarikh penyelesaian penuh dan terhadap kamu dalam DAN BAHAWA penampalan dan
ii. Untuk menyelesaikan di bawah ii. To resolve under Section 459 (5) of time to reach the abovenamed not muktamad; Mahkamah dalam Guaman No: pengiklanan tersebut hendaklah dianggap
Seksyen 459(5) Akta Syarikat, 2016 the Companies Act, 2016 that after later than twelve o’clock noon of the mengikut pengiraan faedah harian, ke (c) faedah penalti lewat pada kadar 8% BA-A52NCvC-643-12/2020 oleh sebagai penyampaian yang sempurna dan
bahawa selepas tamat tempoh tiga expiration of three months from 24th day of April 2022. atas jumlah prinsipal Issued Note dari setahun mengikut pengiraan faedah Khoo Teck Thye (No. K/P: No. K/P: mencukupi Writ Saman dan Pernyataan
bulan dari tarikh menyuarat akhir, the date of the final meeting, the tarikh pinjamam diberi kepada Penerbit harian, ke atas jumlah prinsipal Issued 690502-05-5273) beralamat di Tuntutan tersebut keatas Defendan tujuh
Syarikat akan dibubarkan; dan Company shall be dissolved; and (“Issuer”) (“Disbursement Date”) sehingga Note dari tarikh matang setiap Issued No. 27, Jalan BP 11/4, Bandar Bukit (7) hari selepas pelaksanaan terakhir
iii. To resolve under Section 518(3)(b) tarikh penyelesaian penuh dan muktamad; Note sehingga tarikh penyelesaian tindakan penampalan-penampalan dan
iii. Untuk menyelesaikan di bawah of the Companies Act 2016, that the c) faedah penalti lewat pada kadar 8% penuh dan muktamad; Puchong 2, 47120 Puchong, Selangor pengiklanan tersebut.
Seksyen 518(3)(b) Akta Syarikat books accounts and documents of setahun ke atas setiap Issue Note dari (d) kos; dan dalam mana tuntutan Defendan DAN AMBIL PERHATIAN SELANJUTNYA
2016, bahawa buku-buku, akaun dan the Company and of the Liquidator be tarikh matang setiap Issue Note sehingga (e) relif-relif yang yang dianggap sesuai adalah untuk satu perintah tanggung bahawa Saman tersebut tersebut akan
dokumen Syarikat dan Pelikuidasi detroyed as the company resolution tarikh penyelesaian penuh dan muktamad; dan berpatutan oleh Mahkamah yang didengar di Mahkamah Majistret Petaling
dimusnahkan menerusi resolusi directs after the expiration of three d) kos; dan Mulia ini. Jaya, Lorong Sultan, Pjs 52, 46505
syarikat dalam tempoh tiga bulan months from the date of the final e) relif-relif yang yang dianggap sesuai dan Petaling Jaya, Selangor pada 6.4.2022,
daripada tarikh mesyuarat akhir. meeting. berpatutan oleh Mahkamah yang Mulia ini. DAN MAHKAMAH TELAH rugi atau penyumbangan oleh kamu pukul 9.00 pagi di hadapan Majistret
Penang MEMERINTAHKAN BAHAWA penyampaian terhadap segala liabiliti dan/atau Puan Sara Zuriati binti Zaharifudindi mana
Dated this April 8, 2022 Writ dan Pernyataan Tuntutan tersebut tuntutan Plaintif dan kos kepeguaman kamu perlu menghadirkan diri pada tarikh
................... DAN MAHKAMAH TELAH MEMERINTAHKAN dalam tindakan tersebut disampaikan serta kos pembelaan Defendan tersebut. Jika kamu gagal menghadirkan
LAM WAI MIN BAHAWA penyampaian Writ dan Pernyataan kepada kamu melalui penampalan salinan dalam tindakan Guaman Sivil No: BA- diri pada tarikh tersebut, suatu
Liquidator Tuntutan tersebut dalam tindakan tersebut Writ dan Pernyataan Tuntutan tersebut A52NCvC-643-12/2020. penghakiman ingkar boleh dikeluarkan
Penang Note: A member who is entitled to attend disampaikan kepada kamu melalui di atas berserta dengan salinan perintah terhadap kamu.
April 8, 2022 and vote at the meeting may appoint a penampalan salinan Writ dan Pernyataan untuk penyampaian ganti bertarikh 10 DAN BAHAWA telah diperintahkan Sesalinan Writ Saman dan Pernyataan
proxy and vote in his stead. The proxy Tuntutan tersebut di atas berserta dengan Mac 2022 dengan menampalkan sesalinan bahawa penyampaian writ itu dalam Tuntutan tersebut dan Perintah tersebut
................... may but need not be a member of the salinan perintah untuk penyampaian serupa di Papan Notis Mahkamah Sesyen tindakan tersebut kepada kamu kena boleh diperiksa oleh kamu atas
LAM WAI MIN Company. The instrument appointing a ganti bertarikh 17 Mac 2022 dengan di Petaling Jaya dan serta mengiklankan dilaksanakan melalui iklan ini. Jika permintaan di Mahkamah ini.
Pelikuidasi proxy must be deposited at the office of menampalkan sesalinan serupa di Papan penyampaian dalam bentuk notis di dalam kamu berhasrat untuk membela dalam Bertarikh 30 haribulan Mac 2022
the liquidator, 3-19 Medan Perniagaan Notis Mahkamah Majistret, Petaling Jaya surat khabar harian tempatan “The Sun” tindakan tersebut kamu mestilah
Nota : Seorang ahli yang berhak Pauh Jaua, Jalan Baru, 13700 Perai, dan serta mengiklankan penyampaian untuk satu terbitan dan bahawa segala dalam masa 14 hari dari tarikh t.t.
menghadiri dan mengundi di mesyuarat Pulau Pinang not less than 48 hours dalam bentuk notis di dalam surat khabar penampalan dan pengiklanan setelah tamat tersiarnya iklan ini, termasuk hari ....................................
ini boleh melantik seorang proksi before the meeting. harian tempatan “The Sun” untuk satu tempoh tujuh (7) hari selepas tarikh akhir penyiaran itu, memasukkan kehadiran Peguamcara Plaintif
dan mengundi bagi pihaknya. Proksi terbitan dan bahawa segala penampalan penampalan dan pengiklanan tersebut di Pejabat Pendaftaran Mahkamah. NOTIS PENGIKLANAN ini telah dikeluarkan
dibenarkan tetapi tidak semestinya dan pengiklanan setelah tamat tempoh tujuh hendaklah disifatkan sebagai penyampaian Jika ingkar apa-apa kehadiran yang oleh Tetuan Vin Law Co. yang beralamat di
seorang ahli Syarikat. Suratcara (7) hari selepas tarikh akhir penampalan dan yang sempurna dan mencukupi bagi Writ demikian maka penghakiman boleh Suite 6.05, Tingkat 6, Wisma E&C, No. 2,
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di pejabat pelikuidasi, 3-19 Medan sebagai penyampaian yang sempurna kamu. Jika kamu berhasrat untuk membela 50490 Kuala Lumpur, peguamcara bagi
Perniagaan Pauh Jaya, Jalan Baru, dan mencukupi bagi Writ dan Pernyataan dalam tindakan tersebut kamu mestilah Bertarikh pada 9 Mac, 2022. pihak Plaintif. Tel: 03-2093 3300 Faks: 03-
13700 Perai, Pulau Pinang tidak kurang Tuntutan tersebut ke atas kamu. Jika dalam masa tujuh (7) hari dari tarikh 2093 2200 / emel: [email protected]
daripada 48 jam sebelum mesyuarat. kamu berhasrat untuk membela dalam tersiarnya iklan ini, memasukkan kehadiran (Ruj: VR/LIT/111/2020/TNB-SUBRA))
tindakan tersebut kamu mestilah dalam di Pejabat Pendaftaran Mahkamah Sesyen
masa tujuh (7) hari dari tarikh tersiarnya di Petaling Jaya. Jika ingkar memasukkan -T.T-
iklan ini, memasukkan kehadiran di Pejabat kehadiran, penghakiman boleh diberikan ……………….………
Pendaftaran Mahkamah Majistret, Petaling atau perintah dibuat terhadap atau Peguamcara Defendan
Jaya. Jika ingkar memasukkan kehadiran, berhubungan dengan dirinya sebagaimana Tetuan Kelvin Wong, Phang &
penghakiman boleh diberikan atau perintah yang difikirkan adil dan suaimanfaat oleh
dibuat terhadap atau berhubungan dengan Mahkamah. Associates
dirinya sebagaimana yang difikirkan adil dan
suaimanfaat oleh Mahkamah. Bertarikh pada 05 APR 2022 Penyampaian Ganti (Bentuk Iklan)
ini difailkan oleh Tetuan Kelvin Wong,
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Tetuan Maylee Gan & Tai dan peguambela bagi Defendan yang
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2 The SunMegazine Friday, 8 April, 2022 SHORTS

14 theSUN ON FRIDAY | APRIL 8, 2022 Cummins carries golden touch
SPORTS into IPL with smashing 56 for KKR

Helpless pursuit THERE seems practically nothing that Pat Cummins
Hamilton faces extending long barren run Down Under cannot achieve these days and his latest batting
heroics in the Indian Premier League (IPL) only served
LEWIS HAMILTON may be helpless out of Q1, and he lacked the pace to work Instead of aspiring to replicate that to confirm that his Midas touch has not deserted him
on his pursuit to end a barren run in up through the field any further than P10. former glory and end his troubled run yet.
Australia which has seen him fail to Down Under, the weekend looks to be
win the race for seven years. A two-week gap between Saudi Arabia another damage limitation job for the Silver Teammates and opponents rubbed their eyes in
All voices coming out of the Mercedes and Melbourne offered the Silver Arrows Arrows. disbelief yesterday as the Australia Test captain, a fast
camp suggest that the issues which blighted hope that their performance issues could bowler by trade, belted a 14-ball half century for the
their weekend in Saudi Arabia are not going be fixed, but Russell claims to expect more Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff Kolkata Knight Riders, the joint quickest in the history
away any time soon, which threatens to of the same once he and Hamilton take to attempted to manage expectations in the of the IPL.
leave them off the pace once again. the track in Australia this weekend. lead-up to Sunday’s race.
Cummins’s 56 not out from 15 deliveries against
Mercedes’ porpoising issues were That will come as painful news for the “We still have plenty to learn,” he said, Mumbai Indians in Pune launched scores of memes on
crystal clear in pre-season and it told in the 37-year-old in particular, given that he has “At the moment, our track performance is social media and had the pundits purring.
lap times when cars were first driven in failed to win in Australia since 2015. not meeting our own expectations, but
anger during Bahrain qualifying. everyone at Brackley and Brixworth is Virender Sehwag called it “one of the most insane
In terms of the current F1 calendar it is focused on understanding the problems displays of clean hitting” he had seen, while his former
The concerns were masked and put on therefore Hamilton’s standout bogey track, and finding the right solutions. India team mate Venkatesh Prasad said Cummins had
the back-burner, however, when both Red boasting a longer streak without him made “world class Mumbai bowlers look like club
Bull cars retired once the race got underway winning than any other. “There won’t be a magic fix for the next bowlers”.
which landed Hamilton with an unlikely race weekend, but we’re pushing to steadily
podium as George Russell came home Seven years ago Hamilton held off a bring gains over the up-coming races, to Cummins was named Man of the Match after
fourth. stern challenge from Mercedes teammate hopefully move us closer to the front of the taking two wickets with the ball and smashing six sixes
Nico Rosberg to see the chequered flag first pack. and four fours with the bat.
The false wave came crashing down the at Albert Park, pipping the German by just
following weekend in Jeddah. For the first over a second. “Until then, we need to maximise each “I think I’m probably the most surprised bloke
time since 2017 Hamilton failed to make it opportunity and make the most of the here,“ he quipped.
Back then, the Brit was only 30-years-old package we have.” – Express Newspapers
with just two world titles to his name. The 28-year-old joined Venkatesh Iyer with Kolkata
on 101-5 while chasing 162 and tore into the Mumbai
Verstappen cautious of ‘dusty’ Australian GP track attack.

MAX VERSTAPPEN has insisted that Australia, the track can sometimes atmosphere is always so good Mumbai skipper Rohit Sharma said the loss will be
he will be wary of dust on the track be quite dusty,”Verstappen told GP there too. It will be interesting “hard to digest” after Suryakumar Yadav, with his
at this weekend’s Australian Grand Fans. to see the track updates. unbeaten 36-ball 52, guided Mumbai to 161-4.
Prix as Formula One makes its long-
awaited return to the country after a “I hope we can have another “I think they will make Evert calls for mental
two-year absence. smooth weekend as a team, so let’s quite a big difference, health discussions
see what happens on Sunday.” especially in turn six where
The Dutchman will be looking to the most significant FORMER world No. 1 Chris Evert has called for
secure back-to-back wins on the A number of high-profile change has happened. discussions on the toll tennis is taking on players’
streets of Melbourne after clinching changes have been made to the There should be more mental health following a spate of angry outbursts
the top prize ahead of Charles Albert Park Circuit in advance of this overtaking and emotional breakdowns on court.
Leclerc in Saudi Arabia at the last year’s Grand Prix with the aim of opportunities
time of asking. providing better racing. now too which German Alexander Zverev was thrown out of a
is always tournament in Acapulco in February after smashing
Verstappen was running in Organisers have completed work positive.” – his racket against the umpire’s chair during an
second place for the vast majority of on almost every corner, with the Express expletive-laden tirade, while Australian Nick Kyrgios
the contest but managed to biggest alteration coming at the old Newspapers was fined for his outbursts at Indian Wells and Miami
squeeze ahead of Leclerc at the end turn nine-10 chicane, which has last month.
of a titanic battle for the lead with now been entirely removed to allow
only a few laps remaining. for a fourth DRS zone to be Men’s governing body ATP this week warned of
introduced. stricter punishment for on-court misconduct but Evert
He successfully dealt with the said she is worried about the players.
high-speed twists and turns of the The Dutchman said he is
Jeddah circuit to take the expecting a fun race in Melbourne “I’m not making any judgements on the
chequered flag but has already as a result of the changes, which he players, but it’s an area of concern: why are
insisted that he will be ready for a hopes will provide better passing
fresh challenge in Australia over the opportunities over the course of the players losing control and breaking
coming days. 58-lap contest. racquets and putting others in harm’s
way?” Evert told Eurosport.
“It’s going to be interesting to “I am really looking forward to “Why are they breaking down on
see how the car performs in racing in Australia again, it’s been a the court emotionally? It’s something
while,” added Verstappen. “The that needs to be addressed. It’s
something that needs to be talked
322 Notices Rahm ‘got nothing’ about. Tennis is a sport and it’s not life.
from stingy Tiger “I noticed that now a lot of the
IN THE MATTER OF THE women tennis players have sports
COMPANIES ACT, 2016 TIGER WOODS may have grown was a terse “You’ve just got to be Spain’s Jon psychologists,” said Evert, who won 18
into a role as an elder statesman shallow.” Rahm and son Grand Slam singles titles during her
and of golf, but Jon Rahm says that career.
IN THE MATTER OF hasn’t made the 15-time major “Meanwhile I turn around and Kepa Rahm “And have therapists and that’s a
LAITRAM MACHINERY champion keen to spill the JT’s there with him, and he’s during the Par growing occurrence and I think it’s great
MALAYSIA SDN. BHD. secrets of his success. getting a whole dissertation on Three Contest because they’re addressing their issues
Registration No: what to do,” Rahm said. and it’s not easy. It’s not easy living the
200901000462 (843385-A) Rahm, the reigning US Open prior to the life of a top player.”
(In Member’s Voluntary champion from Spain who will be Rahm, meanwhile, has had to Masters at
seeking a first Masters title when rely on others for extra insight Augusta Teen tennis player sorry for
Winding-Up) the 86th edition of the into Augusta, including former National Golf Will Smith-style slap of rival
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that tournament tees off overnight, Masters champions Phil Club yesterday.
pursuant to Section 459(2) of the said he’s never been able to Mickelson and Jose Maria – AFPPIX A FRENCH junior tennis player yesterday
Companies Act, 2016, the Final extract much useable information Olazabal. apologised for delivering a Will Smith Oscars-
Meeting of the contributory of from the US superstar. style slap at an opponent but said his anger
the abovenamed Company will be “I’ve picked Phil’s brain around was sparked by insults from the crowd.
held at the Liquidators’ office at “I think there’s only one man here, Ollie a little bit,” Rahm said.
Wisma Goshen, 2nd Floor, 60, 62 in this field that hears advice from Michael Kouame, 15, slapped Raphael Nii
& 64 Jalan SS 22/21, Damansara Tiger, because I’ve asked before But he said some of what Ankrah across the face at a tournament in
Jaya, 47400 Petaling Jaya, and I get nothing,” Rahm said. Olazabal had to offer was no Accra in Ghana as the two teenagers met at
Selangor Darul Ehsan on Monday, longer really relevant since so the net to exchange the customary post-match
9th day of May, 2022 at 10.00 a.m. “So you might need to ask much had changed since the handshakes on Monday.
for the following purposes:- Justin Thomas.” Spaniard’s wins in 1994 and 1999.
1. To lay before the meeting Kouame, who lost the tie in three sets, said
“I’ve asked him before,” Rahm “The golf ball has changed, on social media his outburst occurred “after an
the Liquidators’ statement said. “I remember asking him at the ranges have changed, the extremely frustrating and difficult match”
of account and to give East Lake the year he won, before golf course, the speed of the during which he said he was insulted by the
explanations thereof. on the putting green in the greens, the firmness has crowd who supported the local player.
2. To decide under Section 518(3) practice round, ‘Hey, man, any changed,” Rahm said. “Some of
(b) of the Companies Act, 2016, tips for Bermuda (greens)?’ the things you might be able to “I sincerely regret my actions. During the
the manner in which the books, apply. Some others, not really.” – match, I was repeatedly verbally abused by
accounts and documents of the “He turned around and said, AFP many people in the crowd, including insults
Company may be destroyed. ‘It’s all about feel,‘ and just kept against my mother, but that does not excuse
Dated this 8th day of April, 2022. going. I was like, ‘Cool, thank my behaviour,” he said.
Tan Kee Huat you.’”
Lam Lee San He also apologised to his opponent.
Liquidators When he asked Woods on “I accept all the consequences from the
NOTE: another occasion about chipping International Tennis Federation (ITF),” he added.
A contributory entitled to attend into the grain, Woods’s response “I will use this time to see how I can better
and vote at the abovementioned handle these kinds of situations in the future, in
meeting is entitled to appoint a a way that reflects my true personality.”
proxy who need not be a member The ITF said yesterday that a review of the
of the Company to attend and incident has been launched.
vote in his stead. The instrument
appointing a proxy must be duly
deposited at the Liquidators’
office, not less than 48 hours
before the time of the meeting.

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ME * SPORTS
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FRANK LAMPARD blamed individual ‘If you make mistakes you will concede’ “It was a tricky game for obvious
errors after Everton sank ever closer reasons for both sides going into it,”
to the relegation zone when Maxwel 57th minute and Cornet popped up “We’ve got a game on Saturday. for us. Sean Dyche said. “It was a very good
Cornet scored late on to give Burnley with a crucial winner five minutes You can see the players are “We did enough in the game and start from us with moments of real
a 3-2 victory in the battle of two from time to leave Everton only one disappointed at the end. quality, we looked a threat and scored
struggling teams. point above the 18th-placed Clarets. put ourselves in a position to win but a goal.
“There are certain realities in we didn’t take those and we have to
Everton were on course to move “The effort is there, the belief will football. If you make mistakes you will accept that as our responsibility.” “It’s the margins of football –
six points clear of the bottom three always be tested because this is concede. you’ve got to score at the right time
when Richarlison put them 2-1 in football,” Lampard said. While Lampard was left dejected, and not concede at the right time.
front by scoring the second of two “But in terms of the general Cornet’s late strike sparked huge
penalties to respond to Nathan “We were in a position to go and performance, I didn’t hate it. You’ve celebrations at Turf Moor, a release of “We’re on the right side of it
Collins’ first Burnley goal 12 minutes win, certainly not to lose. It will always just got to deal with those moments. tension for a side who came into this tonight but it’s only one win. We’ll
in. test the belief and that’s my job, to match having failed to score in their enjoy it but one win doesn’t
bring that back. “We lost points tonight we should last four league matches, all defeats. guarantee you anything. There’s nine
But Jay Rodriguez levelled in the have gained. It wasn’t a game to lose more to go.” – The Independent

EPL PREVIEWS & FIXTURES Stones downplays
Etihad showdown
MATCH-BY-MATCH facts and stats ahead of the █ ANDY HAMPSON Defender says City-Liverpool clash ‘important’
32nd round of the Enhlish Premier League. (All in but League title not resting on it
Malaysian time/10pm unless stated). JOHN STONES admits a lot rests on
Manchester City’s clash with title rivals “We’re human beings and we know what is can draw upon to good effect now.
TOMORROW Liverpool on Sunday but does not see it as riding on this game and how important it is to The 27-year-old said: “This week is vital for
a decider for the Premier League crown. us, but every game this season has been a final
Newcastle vsWolves (3am) The City defender intends to cut himself off to us so we don’t approach this any differently. us in how we prepare, and we stay calm about
Newcastle have not beaten Wolves in their last seven from the hype surrounding the eagerly- that because we’ve been in situations like this
League matches (D5 L2) while Wolves beat Newcastle anticipated clash because he already knows just “There’s obviously that extra buzz about the before.
2-1 in the reverse fixture earlier this season. The Magpies how important it is. game and what it means, but it is just another
are on a three-game losing streak in the League. game. It doesn’t necessarily mean what will end “Three years ago it came down to the last
Everton vs Man United (7.30pm) Full attention now turns to that game after up by the end of the season. game, so we’ve been in these situations before
Everton have beaten United only once in the last 13 City took care of business in the first leg of their and the experience of that time we definitely
League matches (D6 L6) and have won only two home Champions League quarterfinal against “I don’t think about it too much like that learned from.”
matches since the turn of the year. The Toffees have Atletico Madrid Wednesday by grinding out a because you can get carried away.
played in the English top-flight every year since the hard-fought 1-0 win. Sunday’s game is treble-chasing City’s
1954/55 season but sit 17th, one point above the rele- “Obviously it’s an important game, we’re second of four matches in an intense two-week
gation zone. Champions City lead Liverpool, who have first and second in the table – everyone knows spell that could make or break their campaign.
Arsenal vs Brighton won their last 10 Premier League games, by just that – but we have to concentrate on us and how
Brighton have beaten Arsenal three times in the Premier one point heading into the meeting at the we play our football and don’t change our It is followed by the second leg against
League (D3 L3) but have failed to win their last seven Etihad Stadium. football.” Atletico in the Spanish capital next Wednesday
League matches which included a run of six defeats to and then another high-profile meeting with
sit 13th. The Gunners are fifth on goal difference, behind “We don’t get sucked into all the outside City have acquired plenty of trophy-winning Liverpool, in the FA Cup semifinals, the
Tottenham Hotspur, but have a game in hand. noise and concentrate on what we do,” Stones experience in recent seasons and triumphed in weekend after.
Southampton vs Chelsea said. a similarly tight title race in 2019, when they
Southampton have beaten Chelsea only once in their won their last 14 games to pip Liverpool by a Stones said: “As players you want to be in
last 12 League games (D3 L8) and are on a five-match “All the time I’ve been here we’ve been very single point. these big games. There’s a big few months
winless run in all competitions (D1 L4) while The Blues focused and tunnel vision on what’s ahead of ahead, there’s a lot to fight for and it’s where we
have won their last three away matches. us. Stones feels that gives them knowledge they want to be, so we’re excited.” – The Independent
Watford vs Leeds
Watford have lost their last eight matches at home in RESULTS & STANDINGS
the League while Leeds have conceded the most
number of goals this season (68) but have beaten The CHAMPIONS LEAGUE (Quarterfinals,
Hornets in all three Premier League meetings between 1st leg): Chelsea 1 (Havertz 40) Real
the two sides. Madrid 3 (Benzema 21, 24, 46),
Villarreal 1 (Danjuma 8) Bayern
SUNDAY (7pm unless stated) Munich 0.

AstonVilla vsTottenham (12.30am) ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE:
Villa have lost seven of their last eight matches against Burnley 3 (Collins 12, Rodriguez 57,
Spurs in all competitions, but won 2-1 in May last year. Cornet 85) Everton 2 (Richarlison 18-
Spurs moved into the top four for the first time since Emery pen, 41-pen).
August after winning five of their last six matches. Spurs happy but Bayern Munich’s Leon P W D L F A Pts
forward Son Heung-min has three goals and an assist cautious Goretzka (right) in
in his last two games to move up to joint second in the after win action during the Man City 30 23 4 3 70 18 73
goalscoring charts with 14 goals. Champions League
Brentford vsWest Ham quarterfinal first leg Liverpool 30 22 6 2 77 20 72
Brentford have won three of their last four games after match against
an eight-match winless run while West Ham have not Villarreal at La Chelsea 29 17 8 4 58 23 59
won away in the League since beating Crystal Palace Ceramica stadium
on New Years Day (D1 L3). The Bees’ Christian Eriksen yesterday. – AFPPIX Tottenham 30 17 3 10 52 37 54
has scored three goals in his last three games for club
and country, his first goals since suffering a near-fatal Arsenal 29 17 3 9 44 34 54
cardiac arrest during last year’s European
Championship. West Ham 31 15 6 10 51 40 51
Norwich City vs Burnley
Norwich are bottom of the table and are on an eight- Man Utd 30 14 9 7 49 41 51
match winless run (D2 L6) while Burnley ended a four-
game losing streak, where they did not score a goal, in Wolves 31 15 4 12 33 27 49
the 3-2 win over Everton. The Canaries have beaten The
Clarets only once in their last four meetings in all com- Crystal Palace 30 8 13 9 42 38 37
petitions (D1 L2), a 2-1 win in the FA Cup.
Leicester vs Crystal Palace Leicester 28 10 7 11 43 47 37
Leicester have not lost to Palace in their last five
League games (W3 D2) after losing four in a row VILLARREAL coach Unai Emery said their 1-0 Thomas Muller told DAZN. Aston Villa 30 11 3 16 42 42 36
between 2017-2019. Palace have kept a clean sheet win over Bayern Munich in the first leg of their “We know that things could have gone a lot
in their last four games in all competitions (D1 W3) Champions League quarterfinal yesterday will Southampton 30 8 12 10 37 46 36
and are unbeaten in their last five away games (W2 count for nothing if they fail to finish the job in worse. We have to pay a lot of respects to our
D3). Germany next week. opponents. Now we need to pick ourselves back Brighton 30 7 13 10 26 36 34
Man City vs Liverpool (11.30pm) up for the return leg and hit them back.”
City lead Liverpool by one point after 30 games. Dutch forward Arnaut Danjuma’s eighth- Brentford 31 9 6 16 37 48 33
Liverpool are on a 10-game winning streak in the minute strike powered Villarreal to victory over It was Bayern’s first Champions League defeat
League and have kept a clean sheet in their last five six-times European champions Bayern, but the away from home since 2017. Newcastle 30 7 10 13 33 54 31
while City have won eight of their last nine home Spanish side could have scored more after
matches. creating a hatful of chances in a frantic match. “We weren’t in it at all in the first half,” Leeds 31 7 9 15 35 68 30
midfielder Joshua Kimmich told reporters.
Reuters “We are here to try to compete and reach the Everton 29 7 4 18 32 52 25
semifinals. We are not going to dwell on how “In the second, we risked more but then
well we played today, that we have won and things got quite wild. We have to be honest and Burnley 29 4 12 13 25 42 24
that we have competed and been better against say that we’ve done well to come away with just
Bayern,“ Emery told reporters. 1-0.” Watford 30 6 4 20 29 57 22

“I am happy but cautious. We have 90 Bayern coach Julian Nagelsmann had said on Norwich 30 4 6 20 18 63 18
minutes left and I want to beat Bayern, knowing Wednesday that it was “only logical” to think
that it is very difficult. they were the favourites for the tie and he was CHAMPIONSHIP: Middlesbrough 0
critical of his team after the defeat. Fulham 1, Nottingham Forest 2
“And if I don’t beat them I’m not going to be Coventry 0, West Brom 2 Bourne-
satisfied, I’m going to be frustrated, regardless of “We deserved to lose. We weren’t good mouth 0.
whether we played a good game today.” today,” Nagelsmann told DAZN.
TOP 6 P W D L F A PTS
Bayern disappointment was tempered by a “In the first half, we lacked power in defence
sense of relief that they escaped with just a 1-0 and didn’t create chances. The second half was a Fulham 39 25 8 6 93 32 83
defeat. completely wild game. We gave up control
because we were desperate to score, but we Bournemouth 38 21 9 8 62 35 72
“We’ll take the 1-0 result,” Bayern forward could have conceded at least two more.” –
Reuters Huddersfield 40 18 12 10 52 43 66

Luton 40 18 11 11 59 45 65

Nottm Forest 38 18 10 10 59 36 64

Sheff Utd 40 18 10 12 53 41 64

BUNDESLIGA: Augsburg 2 Mainz 1.

FRIDAY • APRIL 8, 2022 QUOTE OF THE DAY

I am really looking forward to racing in
Australia again, it’s been a while. The
atmosphere is always so good there too. It will be
interesting to see the track updates. I think they will
make quite a big difference, especially in turn six
where the most significant change has happened.”

F1 world champion Max Verstappen

Tiger’s aura reigns supreme as the impossible beckons

█ TOM KERSHAW on the range last December sent fans into a Never one to leave any corner of drama claim to be poorer because of it.
Even for those most devout, few expect Woods
IF GOLF’S reverence for Augusta National borders frenzy. unfulfilled, Woods insisted he would make a
In public, Woods played down expectations “game-time decision” on his participation. to mount a serious challenge come Sunday.
on religious fanaticism, it still paled in comparison but word spread between fellow pros in private At a press conference on Wednesday, he not Ahead of the Masters in 2019, when he defied the
to the pilgrimage of those walking its grounds on and spilt into the press that Woods was back and a only eradicated any last semblances of doubt but realms of reason again to claim a fifth Green
Tuesday. return was not beyond his reach. “If anyone can do rewrote the script with a typically bullish sense of Jacket, Woods had played five events in the build-
The disciples shuffled behind in rows fifteen it, Tiger can.” conviction. up to Augusta and hadn’t finished outside the top
deep, a mass of luminous polo shirts blurring as It is hard to imagine any other sport where one “As of right now I feel like I am going to play,” 30.
they jostled for position, despite the fact they figure is viewed in such a divine light, regardless he said. “I feel like if I can still compete at the
would never get near enough to catch a glimpse. of how many shades of injury and moral highest level I am going to, but if I feel like I can’t, Yesterday’s opening round marked his first
There is an argument that Tiger Woods’ aura impropriety have impinged on its success. you won’t see me out here. I don’t show up to an competitive appearance in almost 18 months,
only grew stronger in his absence. In fact, it is quite the opposite. Woods’ flaws event unless I think I can win it.” since he defended his title at the delayed autumn
Despite the emergence of a new generation, seem only to have served to enhance his legend. And with that, the alternative storylines edition of the Masters in 2020. Even for Lazarus
ever since the near-fatal car crash 14 months ago And so after months of suspense, there he was, leading into this Masters have all been smudged himself, it would surely be an impossible revival.
that left Woods in a hospital bed for three months, so close that the fans who’d queued up at the into the margins.
nothing has been able to stop the sense of myth earliest hour to gain entry to Augusta could From Rory McIlroy’s damned pursuit of a career The trouble is, Woods has never met a miracle
and yearning surrounding his comeback. almost reach out across the fairway rope and grand slam to Bryson DeChambeau’s gunslinging, he didn’t think possible to enact.
From behind the veil of secrecy that was cast touch him. Scottie Scheffler’s ascent to world No. 1 to Hideki
over his 120kph descent into a roadside ditch, the Players didn’t so much as worship the ground Matsuyama’s menu and the state of Sandy Lyle’s Ever since his breathtaking victory at Augusta
narrative slowly started to build again last year, Woods walked on during his two practice rounds suspenders, nothing can escape the vast shadow in 1997 when he streaked to victory by 12 shots,
beginning with leaked footage of him walking as cite the course’s steep climbs as another of Woods’ presence. Woods’ career has been defined by stretching the
unaided before a short video of him hitting balls obstacle to be trampled. It is golf’s gift and curse, although nobody can boundaries of what has been assumed possible. It
No chance is why his aura remains not just undimmed but
stands virtually deified all these years later. – The
Independent

Tuchel admits Chelsea’s Champions
League defence all but over

█ NICK PUREWAL momentum and insisted the Blues of us, I’m included in this. Individually The 34-year-old Real captain now Real Madrid’s Karim
must forget about yesterday’s Madrid we lost shape and sharpness in the boasts hattricks in successive Benzema (centre)
THOMAS TUCHEL has all-but trip given their weekend clash at national break. Champions League matches and also fights for the ball
admitted defeat in the Southampton. 13 goals in his last seven Madrid with Chelsea’s Cesar
Champions League after “I don’t have really explanation games in all competitions. Azpilicueta (left)
Chelsea slumped to a 3-1 first- Asked if effectively admitting because we have fallen from being during the UEFA
leg loss to Real Madrid at Stamford defeat at the halfway stage of the last- very, very competitive. “Karim Benzema is getting better Champions League
Bridge. eight tie would send the wrong every day; just like a fine wine,” said quarterfinal first leg
message to his players, Tuchel replied: “For the situation on the flank with Real coach Carlo Ancelotti. match at Stamford
Karim Benzema’s stunning hattrick “If you want to put it on this sentence, Christensen, it was my mistake. Also Bridge yesterday.
handed Real total control at the put it on this sentence, honestly. though, in five days it’s seven goals “He’s more of a leader every day, – AFPPIX
midway point of their quarterfinal conceded. he feels more and more important in was the bravery that the players
with the defending champions. “I worry more about Southampton this team and this squad. And I think showed.
on Saturday than Real Madrid on “I don’t think there’s a deeper that’s what makes the difference. “The key was that we brought the
And a deflated and angry Blues Tuesday. If we don’t get our heads and reason for it. But it’s alarming because ball out from the back very well, we
boss Tuchel effectively conceded legs straight and our mentality right in two games seven goals. But nothing “He has so much more personality, were able to get between the lines and
Chelsea are now odds-on to we will not win. And then this tie is not has changed.” he knows he’s a very important player Vinicius and Karim Benzema were
relinquish their Champions League alive. for us and he’s an example for very dangerous. Both of them linked
crown. Benzema took his startling everyone. up very well.
“If things change, maybe. It’s on all season’s tally to 37 goals in 36 games “It was a really good performance,
Tuchel took responsibility for the in all competitions. “I think the most important thing we played well, we were brave, we
tactical set-up that allowed Benzema showed our personality.
and Vinicius Junior to terrorise “We have a lead but that’s all it is at
Andreas Christensen on Chelsea’s this stage. The tie is still open. Chelsea
right flank. are a good team and we respect them,
there’s another game to go and
But the Chelsea boss challenged anything can happen.” – The
his players to rediscover their lost Independent
poise in Saturday’s Premier League
trip to Southampton to set their
faltering season back on track.

Asked if the tie is still alive despite
the defeat, Tuchel replied: “No. Not at
the moment, no.

“Because we have to find our level
back, I don’t know where it is since the
international break, but the first-half is
a repetition of the second-half against
Brentford, in a quarterfinal against
Real Madrid.

“We were so far off our level in
everything the game demands. We
have to get things ready for Saturday at
Southampton and we can’t think
about the Bernabeu today.

“We face Southampton on
Saturday and if we continue to play
like this we will not get a point.”

Chelsea have now leaked seven
goals in two matches after Saturday’s
4-1 home humbling by Brentford,
leaving the Blues battling to find their
form.

Tuchel admitted the international
break had dissipated all Chelsea’s

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