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ON MONDAY FEBRUARY 14, 2022 SAY IT TODAY ... A Petaling Street trader in

No. 7964 PP 2644/12/2012 (031195) www.thesundaily.my Kuala Lumpur displaying affection-themed
merchandise at his stall yesterday as couples
express their love with gifts on Valentine’s Day.
– ASYRAF RASID/THESUN

Good start
█ BY SHIVANI SUPRAMANI oBuilding of council houses lays
newsdesk@thesundaily.com foundation but more work needed
PETALING to eradicate urban property: Experts
JAYA: The
government’s pledge to build
5,000 council houses for the urban
poor in Kuala Lumpur has
received the thumbs-up from several
industry players.
However, they cautioned that the move “To supplement the income of “Most of the time, the poor are
alone may not eradicate urban poverty. employees, unconditional cash transfers statistically removed in several
Think-tank Emir Research head of would also apply, such as Bantuan countries through mechanistic means
Social, Law and Human Rights, Jason Loh, Keluarga Malaysia. by lowering the PLI. The cross-country
said the council houses were a good start. evidence shows that it remains even in
“It would lay a strong and sustainable “The government, through the Federal the richest of capitalist countries,
foundation to eradicate poverty,” he said, Territories Ministry and in collaboration such as Britain and the United
adding that the government should also with the Entrepreneur Development and States,” he said.
continue with its “free trade area” scheme Cooperatives Ministry, could nurture the “Unless the government
that was launched under Tan Sri Annuar creation of entrepreneurs and introduces strong safety nets, and
Musa’s tenure as Federal Territories cooperatives from among the B40 and progressive taxation to subsidise the
minister, in which traders could operate urban poor. A one-off grant of between poor as done in Denmark, Norway,
without the usual legal and regulatory RM10,000 and RM20,000 should be Sweden and Germany, this plan
constraints. allocated,” he said. does not look realistic. For the prime
Loh said the government should also minister’s wish to be achieved,
create a job guarantee scheme in Kuala Loh noted that the poverty line income massive changes are necessary, which
Lumpur for local residents and those from (PLI) has increased from RM980 to at the moment seem beyond the
other states. RM2,208, according to the Economic capabilities we have demonstrated
“Specifically, the scheme would pay the Planning Unit. so far.”
minimum or living wage (as determined Rajah noted that according to
by the National Action Council on Cost of Universiti Malaya Asia-Europe Institute the latest data from the Statistics
Living). In addition, public sector professor of economics Dr Rajah Rasiah Department on urban-rural Turn to
employers would contribute to the also lauded the pledge by Prime Minister poverty, urban poverty currently
Employees Provident Fund but the Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, calling it a stands at 3.8% while rural —
“good start”.
page 3
However, he added that the initiative
employee need not contribute.” alone may not be able to eradicate poverty poverty was at 12.4% as of 2019.
in urban areas.

BRIEFS2 theSUN ON MONDAY | FEBRUARY 14, 2022 Surprise for flood victims
NEWS WITHOUT BORDERS returning to clean homes

DAP FINALISING CANDIDATE o Foundation volunteers removed damaged furniture and week until the floods had subsided.
LIST FOR JOHOR POLLS washed units while residents were at relief locations In the meantime, her husband remained

KULAI: DAP is now in the final stage of █ BY MUHAMMAD YUSRY Foundation had cleaned her house. alone at home. “Fortunately, people came with
naming its remaining candidates for the newsdesk@thesundaily.com “They later came back to give us some food so he was alright.”
state election, said state DAP deputy PETALING JAYA: When floods hit Taman Sri
chairman Teo Nie Ching. Teo, who is also Muda on Dec 18 last year, Ludia Kombong’s money to help us tide over the difficult time. She added that on returning home, she was
Johor DAP election preparations plans were dashed. I was moved to tears. These were ‘angels’ relieved that her house had already been
committee chairman, said the names sent to help us,” she told theSun. cleaned.
of the candidates are expected to She was all geared to return to Kota Kinabalu, Recalling her traumatic experience, Ludia said
be announced this week. her hometown, that week but her travel plans the rain started on Dec 16, and by Dec 18, the “Later, I saw Tzu Chi volunteers who were
– Bernama had to be cancelled. waters had reached knee height. still in the area, lifting heavy, damaged items out
of some of the homes. Even the older Tzu Chi
PASS IN GRAFT TEST When floodwaters rose shoulder high, she “We were scheduled to fly home to Sabah members were helping out.”
MANDATORY: PBM and her four children took refuge at a relative’s that Saturday for my niece’s wedding, but I was
home in Kota Kemuning and waited out the forced to cancel the trip.” Ludia expressed her heartfelt appreciation to
JOHOR BARU: Parti Bangsa Malaysia deluge. the foundation for its help and cash donation.
(PBM) will ensure that its candidates for Ludia said her husband was at work when
the Johor polls pass the anti-corruption After the floods had receded, Ludia returned she decided to take her children to a safer place. “I can’t thank them enough. They have good
psychometric test as recommended by home, expecting to find her house in a state of “The water level rose quickly and it soon hearts and souls. I wish them nothing but good
#RasuahBusters. Its deputy president chaos. reached shoulder-level on Dec 18 itself. health so they can continue to help others in
Haniza Mohamed Talha said this was in need.”
line with the aspiration of voters who To her pleasant surprise, her dwelling had The mother and four children waded
wanted clean and responsible leaders. It been cleaned and damaged electrical through floodwaters to a nearby factory, where Tzu Chi volunteers cleaned a total of 2,483
also meets party directives which are in appliances and furniture removed. they spotted a small boat with two men on houses that had been inundated by
tandem with the six core values outlined board. floodwaters.
by #RasuahBusters. – Bernama She learned from a neighbour that
volunteers from the Buddhist Tzu Chi Charity The boatmen sent them to their relative’s More than 9,000 Tzu Chi volunteers worked
‘YOUTHS TO BENEFIT FROM house in Kota Kemuning where they stayed for a in flood-affected areas in Kuala Lumpur,
BN PLEDGES’ Selangor and Pahang, the states that faced the
brunt of the disaster.
PONTIAN: The Barisan Nasional (BN)
manifesto for the Johor state election The foundation also distributed RM1,000 to
next month will include five areas each affected household, benefiting 16,000
specially targeted at the younger families.
generation, said Umno secretary-
general Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan. The
Pontian member of parliament said they
include education, skills, employment,
business and housing, which he
described as covering all the basic areas
that youths are interested in. – Bernama

PN manifesto to reflect voices of grassroots, youth Be creative, radio
broadcasters,
BATU PAHAT: Perikatan Nasional’s (PN) one new policy and I am confident that all PN monitor them on social media. operators told
manifesto for the Johor state election will reflect leaders will look into proposals by the “Not all young people are active on social
the voices of the grassroots, especially young grassroots, Bernama reported. KUALA LUMPUR: Communications and
people. media. So, we will take a direct approach and Multimedia Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa
“Apart from resolving job issues faced by meet those living in Felda schemes, villages and told radio station operators and broadcasters
The coalition’s deputy Youth chief Wan young people, we will also try to help those in youths employed in the 3D (dirty, dangerous to be more creative as the communication
Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal said the small and medium industry sector, who and difficult) sector.” medium has a major role in the nation’s
component parties would meet the people to have also been affected,” he said after the development.
gauge their problems. launch of the Johor PN Youth machinery at When asked to comment on young
Parit Besar near here on Saturday. candidates contesting in the polls, he expressed He said they should always maintain
He said they expect to hear complaints and hope that the PN top leadership would consider journalistic professionalism to ensure that
concerns of young people on matters such as Wan Ahmad Fayhsal, who is also Bersatu giving 30% of the seats to them to be contested. their services remain relevant and viable.
employment opportunities in the wake of the Youth (Armada) chief, said its members would
pandemic. be going down to every level to listen to the “We have already targeted the seats for “We want to see the creativity of
concerns of young people and not just merely young candidates. However, it is subject to the broadcasters, on how to mix news material
“For the manifesto, we need to offer at least decision of the PN central committee.” with music,” he said, adding that they should
also have basic knowledge, such as on
SAFE THRILLS ... ATV Black Pearl Adventure owner Mohd Zaimi Mustapha keeping a watchful eye on visitors using his all-terrain vehicles in Bentong, religion.
Pahang yesterday. – BERNAMAPIX
“It’s my hope that the creativity of
broadcasters, radio station operators,
activists and lovers of communication via
radio will jointly make radio services in
Malaysia the best and of the highest quality,”
he said at a virtual launch of World Radio Day
on the Selamat Pagi Malaysia programme,
broadcast on TV1 yesterday.

World Radio Day is observed on Feb 13
every year.

This year’s celebration, themed “Radio
and Confidence”, focused on three sub-
themes, namely trust in radio journalism,
trust and accessibility and trust and viability
of radio stations.

Based on the sub-themes, Annuar said
radio services must ensure that broadcast
content is accurate, fast, effective and able to
gain a high level of confidence of the
community.

He said radio should remain an important
communication medium because it has a
wider and more effective level of
accessibility.

He added although technology is
currently undergoing changes, radio remains
sustainable because apart from vision, touch
and feel, the auditory senses have a vital role
as a medium of communication. – Bernama

More than 123,700 Waja Squad volunteers registered

JOHOR BARU: A total of 123,721 She said through the squad, which had organised. Waja Squad @Johor yesterday. I am confident and believe that
Waja Squad volunteers have been is a psychological support aid She said there are 8,886 registered Rina’s speech was read out by the Johor Waja Squad will be able to
registered nationwide as of Feb 3 initiative for women, 945 cases had carry out more activities and assist
since its launch last year, said been handled. Waja Squad volunteers in Johor, Women, Family and Community the community,” she said, adding
Women, Family and Community involving 8,727 women and 159 men. Development Ministry deputy that volunteers should be more
Development Minister Datuk Seri She added its volunteers also secretary-general (Operations) proactive in case reporting.
Rina Mohd Harun. engaged with 6,837 people at During the recent Johor floods, a Mohd Yusri Mohd Yusoff. – Bernama
psychosocial programmes it total of 5,331 individuals were
helped, she said at the launch of the “With the large number members,

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Council units not
be-all and end-all

Meanwhile, Khazanah Research Institute
(KRI) director of research Dr Suraya Ismail
said council units primarily house residents
affected by poverty, but the eradication of
poverty entails many other structural
improvements or policy impetuses
such as access to good quality
education and decent
employment. From
front
“Council houses only serve as page
a means for secured tenancies as
well as providing stability for people
in need to participate in wider socio-
economic activities. Such policy
prescriptions are also needed for a holistic
approach towards poverty eradication.”
KRI research associate Gregory Ho said
only certain aspects of poverty can be
addressed with policies. Sultan Mizan
“For example, we estimate that 14% of conferring the
households in People’s Housing Seri Setia Sultan
Programmes live in overcrowded Mizan Zainal
conditions. Abidin award
“If developers and local councils on Mohd Zuki.
incorporate the building of units with mixed – BERNAMAPIX
gross floor areas to fit households of different
sizes to a unit that suits their needs, the
overcrowding aspect of poverty can be
addressed,” he said. Terengganu Sultan confers awards on 24 recipients
“Similarly, if more attention can be given
to planning, building, managing and
maintaining arterial infrastructure, the poor KUALA TERENGGANU: The Sultan of Mohd Zuki Ali, who headed the list, was director Kasemani Embong, Pahang health
would not be troubled with issues associated Terengganu, Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin, conferred the Seri Setia Sultan Mizan Zainal director Dr Nor Azimi Yunus and Universiti
with building dilapidation. yesterday conferred state awards and honours Abidin award (S.S.M.Z), which comes with the Malaysia Terengganu vice-chancellor Prof
“Having said that, it is important to note on 24 recipients for 2021. title “Datuk Seri”. Datuk Dr Mazlan Abd Ghaffar.
that poverty can never truly be eradicated.
As societies progress through different The investiture ceremony was held at A total of 19 recipients were conferred the Sultan Mizan also conferred the Setia
cycles of development, the definition and Istana Sharqiyyah and was also attended by Datuk Paduka Mahkota Negara Terengganu Mahkota Terengganu Yang Amat Dihormati
scope of poverty would always shift to reflect the Sultanah of Terengganu, Sultanah Nur award (D.P.M.T), which carries the title “Datuk”. award (S.M.T.), among others, on Sultanah Nur
higher standards of living.” Zahirah. They included Olympian keirin silver medallist Zahirah Hospital pathologist Dr Fatimah
Datuk Azizulhasni Awang, Terengganu health Haslina Abdullah. – Bernama
Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri

Exchanging waste Plan to reopen “This is timely. We are beginning to see
for essential items, borders lauded greater interest in the coming Matta Fair, which
rental rebates will be held in April.”
o Ensure other SOP do not become too prohibitive and
KUALA LUMPUR: The initiative to airports can handle surge in traffic, say industry players Wong added that the government would
exchange waste for basic necessities or have to ensure that any restrictions that remain
rental payment deduction through the 1C1R █ BY SHIVANI SUPRAMANI He suggested all those who have arrived in in place should not be too prohibitive.
(1 Community 1 Recycle) programme is a newsdesk@thesundaily.com Malaysia for leisure or business be required to
practical move to encourage the public to PETALING JAYA: The proposal to do away with take an RTK test every alternate day. Universiti Malaya professor of
practise recycling besides conserving the quarantine for those entering Malaysia has epidemiology and public health Dr Sanjay
environment. been well received by travel industry players. “I believe there are some RTK tests that Rampal also sees the opening of borders as an
offer real time results that can be assessed by appropriate move given that Malaysia is now
Through the initiative, which uses the The next step, they say, is to ensure that the the relevant authorities,” he said. focused on living with the virus on a
concept of the barter system, residents of remaining entry requirements do not become sustainable basis. “Omicron is already in the
people’s housing project (PPR) will bring too prohibitive and that airports are able to On Feb 8, the National Recovery Council community. Quarantining visitors does not
their recyclables to the 1C1R kiosk to earn handle an expected surge in traffic. (NRC) proposed that international borders be bring additional benefits,” he told theSun.
reward points or “green coins” that can be fully opened to support the country’s
accumulated over time and redeemed for Malaysian Association of Tour Agencies economic recovery. While he conceded that new variants of the
daily goods or rental rebates. president Datuk Mohd Khalid Harun agreed virus could emerge, there was no compelling
that the proposal, if implemented, would be a NRC chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin reason to keep the borders closed.
For example, 1kg of aluminium cans is boost for tourism industry’s sub-sectors, such said during a press conference it agreed that
worth 12 points which can be exchanged for as hotels and other related suppliers. the borders should be fully opened as early as Sanjay said the testing protocol in place
a packet of sugar while residents can March 1 by doing away with the need for now is good enough to prevent any
exchange 1kg of used cooking oil in return He also expressed hope that airports would mandatory quarantine. transmission of the virus from infected visitors.
for reward points worth around RM2, and if be ready to take the challenge of managing the “We can strengthen it further by requiring
accumulated up to 1,240 points (or 50kg), it congestion that would build up as passengers The Malaysian Association of Tour and visitors to monitor their own health for the first
can be converted into payment of monthly are still required to be screened for Covid-19. Travel Agents (Matta) sees Malaysia’s five days after arrival and to conduct a self-test
rental of RM124. transition into the endemic stage in the Covid- if they show symptoms,” he said.
“Many international airports (around the 19 crisis as a “decisive move” and a huge boost
Kuala Lumpur mayor Datuk Seri Mahadi world) have reported congestions at the arrival for the tourism sector, which is one of the He said the authorities should keep tabs on
Che Ngah said the pilot initiative, which was hall,” he pointed out to theSun. worst-hit industries. all imported cases by genome. “If we see a new
implemented in five PPR since October last variant emerging, which is less likely but still
year, was also seen as a measure to ease the Khalid said the government should Matta treasurer Nigel Wong said the move possible, it can prompt us to re-evaluate our
burden of city dwellers, especially the B40 consider providing dedicated lanes for to not require quarantine would serve as an decision,” he said.
(bottom 40% income) group to pay rental. Malaysians returning from performing the immediate stimulus for the travel industry. “It
umrah so that they can be cleared through will also encourage people to travel abroad Head of social and preventive medicine at
“Instead of taking and throwing these quickly. and for foreign visitors to come to Malaysia, for Universiti Malaya Dr Victor Hoe said that
recyclables to the communal rubbish area, both business and leisure,” he told theSun. before lifting restrictions, the government
they can take them to this recycling kiosk to should improve the tracking, identification
at least ease the burden of paying monthly and isolation protocol for positive cases.
rent or exchange them for necessities.
“We must upgrade the MySejahtera app to
“Indirectly, this can be an alternative for enhance its tracking and identification
those who cannot afford to pay rent and at capability,” he told theSun. “We also need to
the same time reducing the number of those provide additional support for public health at
with rental arrears. Even though the rent is the district level to prepare for a potential
only RM124, some cannot afford it.” increase in the number of cases.”

Mahadi said the pilot project was being He added that tourists entering the country
carried out at PPR Seri Alam, PPR Beringin should also be required to have adequate
and PPR Seksyen 2 Wangsa Maju while the medical insurance protection to cover the
exchange of waste for rental rebates was occasions when they need medical
being done with the cooperation of the consultation and treatment.
Environment and Socio-economic
Association at PPR Pekan Kepong and PPR UiTM ties up with UMK for double degree programme
Wangsa Sari. KOTA BARU: Universiti Teknologi Mara and Mathematical Sciences, UiTM and “The double degree academic programme
(UiTM) and Universiti Malaysia Kelantan bachelor of entrepreneurship (Logistics and of the two different public universities, which
PPR Wangsa Sari Residents Association (UMK) yesterday signed a memorandum of Distributive Trade) with honours from the is the first in the country, has also received
deputy chairman Mazlan Abdul Latif said agreement (MoA) to offer a double degree Faculty of Entrepreneurship and Business, approval from the Higher Education Ministry
the programme could help boost awareness academic programme which combines two UMK. on March 15, 2019,” she said.
on the importance of recycling. – Bernama bachelor’s degree programmes from the two
public universities. UiTM vice-chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Roziah Roziah signed the MoA on behalf of UiTM
Mohd Janor said both programmes had while UMK was represented by its acting vice-
The programmes are bachelor of science obtained full accreditation status from the chancellor Prof Dr Nik Maheran Nik
(Hons) statistics from the Faculty of Computer Malaysian Qualifications Agency. Muhammad. – Bernama

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Move to resolve contract doctor issue lauded

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Koh Kar Chai. medical institutions both locally and positions would be created between announcement by the ministry was
Medical Association (MMA) has He also lauded the yearly creation abroad that annually churn out large 2022 and 2025 to resolve the issue of in line with what was expressed
welcomed the government’s numbers of medical graduates while contract doctors, Bernama reported. during a contract doctor’s walkout
initiative to resolve the issue of of 800 permanent positions for the local healthcare system is last year.
contract doctors. medical specialists as well as 70 unprepared to absorb them was the Former MMA president Dr N.G.
dental specialists beginning 2023. main cause Malaysia was having a Baskaran said the move would also “We asked for permanent
“It is a good move by the high number of contract doctors. solve the shortage of doctors in the appointments and a way to get full
government to create 4,186 “We hope that with the creation of country and described the scholarships for specialist training.
permanent positions for medical permanent positions, coupled with Koh said Malaysia is gradually permanent positions as a tribute to Now, what we asked for during the
officers, dental officers and increased opportunities to specialise, having more medical graduates who contract doctors who were frontline hartal, the government is amenable
pharmacists this year and to continue the situation (involving contract are crucial for the improvement of workers fighting against Covid-19. to it. At least, we are going in the right
doing so with 1,500 permanent doctors) will gradually ease until our healthcare services in the country. direction,” he said, while urging other
positions per year starting next year healthcare system can cope with the Grade UD43 contract medical medical officers to wait patiently and
until 2025,” said MMA president Dr large number of medical graduates.” The Health Ministry recently officer Dr Mohamad Faisal continue serving the country.
announced that 8,000 permanent Mohammed Nasim said the
He added that an abundance of

Ismail Sabri Yaakob Totalccaosnefisrmed
presenting red
packets to children 3,040,235
during an Asean
Retail-Chains Totalac�ve Newcases
Franchise cases
Federation event 21,072
in Kuala Lumpur 140,336
yesterday. Also
present was China Currentrecovery Totalrecoveries
ambassador to rate cases
Malaysia, Ouyang
Yujing (right). 93.63% 2,846,713
– ASYRAF RASID
/THESUN Deathtoll Brought-in-Dead

No additional restrictions 32,114 6,488

o Business activities, Omicron cases in the country. and Labuan would be allowed to operate this PERLIS 129
Ramadan bazaars allowed “We will not close down businesses,” he year, in compliance with the existing SOP. KEDAH 1,841
to operate as usual, says PM
told reporters at a Keluarga Malaysia Chinese On another matter, Ismail Sabri said the PENANG 1,566
█ BY MUHAMMAD YUSRY New Year luncheon in Kuala Lumpur. political stability in the country has been
newsdesk@thesundaily.com achieved and proven with the signing of a PERAK 444
PETALING JAYA: Economic activities are “The Raya celebration, fasting month, memorandum of understanding between the SELANGOR 5,350
expected go proceed as usual without Ramadan bazaar and night markets will go on government and the Opposition.
additional restrictions, including Ramadan as usual.” K. LUMPUR 1,002
bazaars in early April, amid rising number of ”We have proven that this government is a PUTRAJAYA 105
Covid-19 cases. However, more refined standard operating stable one. I am a prime minister from Umno
procedures (SOP) would be set for Ramadan who is backed by other friendly parties. PAHANG 1,099
Prime Minister Datuk Ismail Sabri Yaakob bazaars, which would be announced later.
yesterday gave an assurance that there will be “This has never happened before, and this MALACCA 429
no new curbs despite the new wave of “On the SOP, we will have to discuss it with was done to ensure the country’s politics N.SEMBILAN 983
the Health Ministry,” he added. remain stable. So, what was stated by Kedah
Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi is JOHOR 2,419
A total of 21,072 new Covid cases were not even an issue,” he added. KELANTAN 1,208
reported yesterday, involving 99.59% in
Category 1 and 2, taking the total number of Muhammad Sanusi was reported to have TERENGGANU 297
infections to date in Malaysia to 3,040,235. said on Saturday that political stability could
only be achieved without Umno being part of LABUAN 108
Federal Territories Minister Datuk Seri the government. SABAH 3,891
Shahidan Kassim said on Tuesday that
Ramadan bazaars in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya SARAWAK 201

Convenient way to verify test results PROGRESS STATISTICS FOR THE NATIONAL
COVID-19 IMMUNISATION PROGRAMME
KUALA LUMPUR: Covid-19 self-test results He said that beyond Covid-19, CLEA would transaction authorisation code and results can
can now be authenticated by licensed medical also help Malaysians combat any highly be viewed and downloaded at any time. Once As of February 12
professionals without in-person consultations transmissible illnesses by ensuring that the verified, users will be issued certificates that
through an app. people are medically prepared and protected can be used as entry passes at premises that Received second dose
against any potential outbreaks. require screening test reports.
The Covid-19 screening app was 26,221,434 25,731,438
introduced by local medical technology start- Through an in-app recording feature, users The average cost for Covid tests at clinics is
up CLEA last year. can submit their test to CLEA’s medical RM65 to RM80 and a home test kit starts at
partners, which are equipped with a RM4.90. The CLEA app charges RM15 per
CLEA co-founder and chief executive verification panel to virtually verify the user’s screening. The results are connected and will
officer Dr Chan Hai Feng said the idea was to identity and test result within 24 hours. Test be updated in the user’s MySejahtera app and
address multiple gaps in testing and authenticity is guaranteed through a unique validated by certified doctors.
authentication of results.

No word yet on poultry farmers subsidy extension

ALOR STAR: The government has yet to reach up to RM9.80 or RM9.90 per kg. Since chicken prices.
decide whether to extend the subsidy for we want to lower the price, the government “The government wants to encourage
poultry farmers after June 4, said needs to provide a subsidy even if it will
Agriculture and Food Industries Minister have a financial impact on the government. the cultivation of corn as the country’s
(Mafi) Datuk Seri Ronald Kiandee. dependence on imported corn has resulted
“At the moment, we cannot reduce the in an increase in the cost of livestock
He said the current subsidy was for the price of imported corn. We do not grow farming in Malaysia and also the price of
period between Feb 5 to June 4, which is corn commercially for animal feed, so we chicken in the market.”
during the implementation of the Keluarga import it and hence, the increase in the
Malaysia Maximum Price Control Scheme, price of chicken,” he said yesterday. The government has agreed to provide a
involving an allocation of more than subsidy of 60 sen per kg to poultry farmers,
RM500 million. Ronald added that a new policy to by taking into account the farm-level price
encourage corn cultivation was being of live chickens at RM5.90 per kg and the
“The subsidy is given to ensure the price drafted to reduce the country’s retail price of standard chicken at RM8.90
of chicken remains below RM8.90 per kg dependence on imported corn for use as per kg, as well as a subsidy of five sen per
compared with the market price, which can animal feed as part of efforts to control egg for all categories. – Bernama

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Cops seeking witnesses BRIEFS WOMAN AMONG 8
to murder of African woman HELD FOR GAMBLING

█ BY CHARLES RAMENDRAN o Investigations reveal victim involved in fight arrested the nightspot’s 31-year-old SEREMBAN: Eight people,
newsdesk@thesundaily.com before being killed, says police chief male manager and six male foreign including a woman, were
KUALA LUMPUR: Police are seeking workers aged between 25 and 34 for detained while gambling in an
witnesses to the murder of an African a snatch theft case but initial 03-4289 7222. operating without a licence after unnumbered house in
woman who was found dead on a investigations showed that the In an unrelated case, 92 people, raiding the premises at about Kampung Batu 6, Lukut in Port
road shoulder in Jalan Memanda 2 woman was involved in a fight and 11.30pm. Dickson, about 30km from
near Ampang Point yesterday. was attacked by her assailant. including staff of an unlicensed here on Saturday. Port Dickson
entertainment centre at Plaza He said four foreign customers, district police chief Supt Aidi
Ampang Jaya police chief ACP He said investigations are Damansara in Jalan Medan Setia 1, comprising a woman and three men Sham Mohamed said the eight,
Mohamad Farouk Eshak said a ongoing, adding that the victim’s Bukit Damansara, were arrested for aged between 18 and 27, were aged between 29 and 50, were
paramedic from the Ampang body was sent to the hospital for a failing to comply with the Covid-19 detained for not adhering to the SOP. nabbed during Ops Limau and
Hospital, who had arrived at the post-mortem. standard operating procedures (SOP) Ops Tahun Baru Cina at about
scene to render medical aid to the on Saturday night. Amihizam said 81 locals, 8.40pm. “Police seized
foreigner, alerted police at about Mohamad Farouk urged those including 26 women, were issued mahjong tiles, playing cards,
12pm. with information on the incident to Brickfields police chief ACP summonses totalling RM81,000. dices, tables, chairs, mahjong
contact Ampang Jaya police at Amihizam Abdul Shukor said police paper and RM728 cash,”he said
Mohamad Farouk said the Police also seized several items in a statement yesterday.
paramedic had initially reported it as including documents, music Checks also found that two of
equipment and liquor at the the eight suspects had criminal
premises. and drug records. Aidi Sham
said the eight and the seized
items were taken to the Port
Dickson district police
headquarters to facilitate
further investigations under
Section 7(2) of the Open
Gaming House Act 1953.
– Bernama

MANGLED MESS ... A ORIGIN OF DEVIANT
collision between a factory GROUP ESTABLISHED
bus and a trailer in Jalan
Perusahaan Perai in Penang KUALA KANGSAR: A group,
on Saturday left the bus believed to be practising
driver seriously hurt and 15 deviant teachings in the
workers slightly injured. The Muallim district, originated
trailer driver was also from a neighbouring state, said
injured. – BERNAMAPIX Perak police chief Mior
Faridalathrash Wahid. “The
group moved from a
neighbouring state and settled
in the Muallim district.“I do not
want to disclose details
because investigations are
being carried out by the Perak
Islamic Religious Department,“
he said at the Cliffordian Cycle
Team and Old Cliffordian
Association Reunion Cycling
Programme at Dataran
Pavillion here yesterday.
– Bernama

Women, money used as bounty in illegal racing Police warning
on online
JOHOR BARU: Women and money He said those detained comprised positive for drugs. harassed by an incumbent Johor love scam
were found to have been used as 107 men and 19 women aged The six were detained under assemblyman, will not interfere with
bounty by an illegal car racing between 18 and 30. police investigations. KUCHING: Sarawak police have
syndicate here. Section 42 of the Road Transport Act reminded the public not to be
However, it was found that only six 1987 and Section 81 of the same Act, He was commenting on the easily fooled by pretty or
Johor police chief Datuk Kamarul men, aged between 22 and 25, were while the spectators were freed on woman’s action after conducting Ops handsome profile pictures on
Zaman Mamat said police detained involved in the illegal racing, while police bail. Samseng Jalanan here yesterday. social media, especially during
126 people at the Skudai toll plaza 120 were spectators. Valentine’s Day today.
(southbound) in an operation from Meanwhile, Kamarul Zaman said Kamarul Zaman also said police
2am to 4am yesterday following Kamarul Zaman said urine tests a sumpah laknat (an oath used by have recorded statements from 11 Sarawak commercial crime
one-month monitoring of the on the 126 individuals found that Muslims to swear on the truth of their individuals, including the investigation department chief
syndicate’s activities. three men, who were among the six word) made by a woman who assemblyman and the woman. Supt Maria Rasid said the public
involved in the illegal racing, were claimed to have been sexually – Bernama was also advised not to be easily
taken in by compliments or
persuasion from “friends” on
social media.

“The public also need to be
wary of communications
involving money. So, never
disclose or give out your bank or
financial information”, she said in
a statement yesterday.

Maria said four “Love Scam”
cases involving losses of more
than RM128,000 were reported in
Sarawak since January.

She said in these Love Scam
cases, the victims would fall prey
to foreigners they meet on social
media. The scammers would tell
their victims they would come to
Malaysia and marry them.

“At the airport, the scammers
would impersonate airport
personnel and would tell the
victims that their friend was
arrested for carrying a large
amount of foreign currency.

“They would ask the victims to
make a payment to a bank account
of an unknown person for the
release of their ‘lover.’

“After making the payment, the
victims would fail to contact their
‘friend’ on social media,”
she added. – Bernama

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Poll shows Biden warns Ukraine attack
Marcos Jr’s lead will bring ‘severe costs’
widening in
presidential race o US president says America and allies will “professional and substantive”, Macron’s office said “both
respond ‘decisively’ to invasion by Russia lasting just over an hour, they expressed a desire to continue
MANILA: The son and namesake of produced “no fundamental change” dialogue” but, like Washington,
late Philippine dictator Ferdinand WASHINGTON: Efforts to defuse Russia nearly surround its western in dynamics, a senior US official said. reported no clear progress.
Marcos strengthened his lead over his the crisis in Ukraine via a frenzy of neighbour with more than 100,000
closest rival ahead of the presidential telephone diplomacy failed to ease troops intensified after Washington Secretary of State Antony Blinken Russia added to the ominous
election in May 9, results of a new poll tensions on Saturday, with US warned that an all-out invasion reiterated a US warning that Russia tone by pulling some of its
released yesterday showed. President Joe Biden warning that could begin “any day” and Russia could stage a “false flag” incident to diplomatic staff out of Ukraine on
Russia faces “swift and severe costs” launched its biggest naval drills in invade. Saturday, with the Foreign Ministry
Ferdinand Marcos Jr garnered a if its troops carry out an invasion. years across the Black Sea. saying its decision was prompted by
44% lead over Vice-President Leni “No one should be surprised if fears of “possible provocations from
Robredo in the Jan 19 to 24 survey by Russia’s leader Vladimir Putin “If Russia undertakes a further Russia instigates a provocation or the Kyiv regime”.
independent pollster Pulse Asia, an slammed Western claims that invasion of Ukraine, the United incident, which it then uses to justify
11% increase compared with the Moscow was planning such a move States together with our allies and military action it had planned all But Washington and a host of
previous poll in early December. as “provocative speculation” that partners will respond decisively and along,” said Blinken, who spoke with European countries cited the
could lead to conflict in the impose swift and severe costs on his Russian counterpart Sergei growing threat of a Russian invasion
A total of 2,400 respondents were ex-Soviet country, according to a Russia,” Biden told Putin, according Lavrov on Saturday. as they called on their citizens to
asked to pick their first choice for Russian readout of a call with to the White House. leave Ukraine as soon possible.
president and vice-president, with French President Emmanuel Russia’s Defense Ministry added
60% expressing preference for Macron. While the United States was to the febrile atmosphere by Britain and the United States also
Marcos while 16% chose Robredo. prepared to engage in diplomacy, announcing that it had chased off a pulled out the majority of their
Speaking after new phone talks “we are equally prepared for other US submarine it said had crossed remaining military advisers, while
In the December poll with the between Putin and Biden, the scenarios”, Biden said, as the two into its territorial waters near the the American embassy ordered
same sample size, Marcos was on top Kremlin’s top foreign policy adviser nations stare down one of the Kuril Islands in the northern Pacific. “most” of its Kyiv staff to leave.
with 53% compared to Robredo’s 20%. Yury Ushakov told a conference call: gravest crises in East-West relations
“Hysteria has reached its peak.” since the Cold War. But the US Indo-Pacific The prospect of fleeing
Boxing superstar Manny Command denied it had been Westerners prompted Kyiv to issue
Pacquiao and Manila city mayor Weeks of tensions that have seen While the Biden-Putin talks were operating in Russian territorial an appeal to its citizens to “remain
Francisco Domagoso trailed, each waters. calm”.
getting 8%, while Senator Panfilo
Lacson took 4%. Putin began his afternoon “Right now, the people’s biggest
holding talks with Macron that enemy is panic,” said Ukrainian
In the Philippines, the president lasted almost two hours. President Volodymyr Zelensky. – AFP
and vice-president are elected
separately. GOOD TO BE
BACK ... Palestinian
Marcos’ running mate, Sara kindergarten pupils
Duterte-Carpio, the daughter of at a class in the city
incumbent President Rodrigo of Hebron in the
Duterte, remained the top choice for occupied West Bank
vice-president, taking a 21% lead yesterday. The
over her closest rival, SenateBRIEFS Palestinian Ministry
President Vicente Sotto. of Education on
Saturday reopened
The latest Pulse Asia survey was schools on
conducted before the Commission condition face mask-
on Elections last week dismissed a wearing is enforced
series of complaints seeking to to curb the spread of
disqualify Marcos. the coronavirus.
– AFPPIX
The complaint’s petitioners have
vowed to challenge the decision and High waves kill 10 during beach ritual
can appeal to the Supreme Court.
JAKARTA: At least 10 Indonesians Ten bodies had been retrieved Regional military commander and not swim because of the high
The body also rejected a complaint died after tidal waves swept away a from the ocean and 12 people Batara Pangaribuan told TVOne the waves,” Batara said.
seeking the cancellation of Marcos’ group of people meditating on a rescued alive. beach was usually guarded and
certificate of candidacy. – Reuters beach early yesterday, police said. closed after dark but the group High tides and strong waves are
One more person, a 40-year-old somehow found a way onto it. common on Indonesian beaches,
TUNISIAN PRESIDENT The group of 23 people was man, was still unaccounted for. where safety measures for visitors
REPLACES WATCHDOG holding hands and meditating on Officials had warned visitors not are often lacking.
Payangan beach, East Java province, It was unclear what kind of ritual to swim or get too close to the water
TUNIS: Tunisian President Kais shortly after midnight. the group was performing, Hery because of recent reports of high Two tourists died last year after
Saied yesterday officially replaced said, but it was led by a spiritual waves. they were taken by the waves on a
a key judicial watchdog and gave “They were too close to the sea guru who survived the incident and beach in Malang district, East Java.
himself powers to sack judges, as and could not save themselves would be questioned. “The beach has been relatively
well as banning them from going when the tidal waves came and quiet lately because of the And in 2019, five people
on strike. The decree came a week swept them away,” local police chief Local media reported that some pandemic and even if there are vacationing on a beach in Lampung
after Kais said he would dissolve Hery Purnomo told TVOne. of the victims, who all came from visitors they would just sit around province died after being swept
the High Judicial Council, nearby towns, were related. away by high waves. – AFP
prompting a nationwide
shutdown of courts by judges North Korean missile launches ‘provocative’: Diplomats
saying that would infringe on
judicial independence. The decree, WASHINGTON: The top diplomats Hayashi Yoshimasa condemned the “We continue to work to find which has not responded to
establishing a Temporary Supreme of Japan, South Korea and the series of seven launches as ways to hold the DPRK overtures from the administration of
Judicial Council partly appointed United States declared their unity “destabilising” in a joint statement. accountable,” he said, citing the US President Joe Biden in the past
by Kais, also gives him powers to against North Korea on Saturday most recent sanctions slapped on year.
dismiss “any judge failing to do his after a series of ballistic missile Pyongyang needs “to cease its eight people and entities tied to the
professional duties”. The decree launches by Pyongyang. unlawful activities and instead North Korean government. “The secretary and foreign
said“it is forbidden for judges of all engage in dialogue”, they said. ministers emphasised they held no
ranks to go on strike or hold any After a day of meetings in The three diplomats reiterated hostile intent towards the DPRK and
organised collective action that Honolulu, US Secretary of State “The DPRK is in a phase of their commitment to the underscored continued openness to
could disturb or delay the normal Antony Blinken, South Korean provocation,” Blinken told a press denuclearisation of the entire meeting the DPRK without
working of the courts”. – AFP Foreign Minister Chung Eui-yong, conference, using the acronym for Korean Peninsula, and readiness to preconditions,” they said in the
and Japanese Foreign Minister the Democratic People’s Republic of resume talks with Pyongyang, statement. – AFP
JAPAN FINDS BODY Korea.
OF F-15 CREWMAN

TOKYO: Japan’s air force said
yesterday that it had recovered the
body of one of two crewmen of a
fighter jet that went missing two
weeks ago. The F-15 was on a
training mission on Jan 31 when it
disappeared from radar shortly
after taking off from Komatsu
airbase in the central Ishikawa
region. The air force said a body
was found on Friday by the navy
during search operations in the
Sea of Japan. The military said it
has confirmed the identity of the
body, but did not release the name
and added that the search for his
co-pilot continued. Exactly why
and how their plane crashed has
not been made clear. – AFP

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New Zealand protesters RECEIVE SEEDS

o Hundreds dance of help from British singer James police moved in Thursday and By yesterday afternoon, Blunt’s OSLO: A vault built on an Arctic
in the mud to music Blunt could end the stand-off in the arrested 122 people in an attempt to You’re Beautiful had been added to mountainside to preserve the
meant to force capital Wellington, which entered a end the sit-in. the playlist. world’s crop seeds from war,
their dispersal sixth day with no sign of ending. disease and other catastrophes
Police have since backed off But the protesters drowned out will receive new deposits
WELLINGTON: Cyclone Dovi caused Deputy Prime Minister Grant making arrests, and authorities have the government music with their own today. The Svalbard Global
power outages, mudslides and Robertson told Television New attempted to drench the makeshift favourites, which included heavy Seed Vault, on Spitsbergen
evacuations across New Zealand Zealand there was a “sad element” to settlement into submission by metal band Twisted Sister’s We’re Not island halfway between
yesterday, but neither the storm nor the protest. turning on water sprinklers. Gonna Take It. mainland Norway and the
the music of Barry Manilow could North Pole, is only opened a
dislodge anti-vaccine protesters “Every New Zealander has a right This only saw the manicured Meanwhile, as winds of up to few times a year to limit its seed
camped outside parliament. to peaceful protest, the problem is lawns in front of the parliamentary 130kph buffetted Wellington and banks’ exposure to the outside
they have gone well beyond that. buildings churned into a muddy other parts of New Zealand, police world. Gene banks from Sudan,
Instead, hundreds of protesters – morass even before Cyclone Dovi hit. urged people to avoid non-essential Uganda, New Zealand,
inspired by the “Freedom Convoy” of “I do find the rhetoric of these travel, with many roads blocked by Germany and Lebanon will
truckers in Canada – danced in the protests highly disturbing ... there is a Supt Scott Fraser said police were mudslides or floodwaters. deposit seeds, including millet,
mud to the tunes meant to force their sad element to it, there is a continuing “to explore options to sorghum and wheat, today as
dispersal. conspiracy theory element that resolve the disruption”, while Several houses just north of back-ups to their own
people have been sucked in by.” parliamentary speaker Trevor Mallard Wellington have also been evacuated collections. The Beirut-based
Not even a tongue-in-cheek offer had the music of Barry Manilow, the because of mudslides. International Centre for
Like the Canadian truckers in 1990s pop song Macarena, and Agricultural Research in Dry
Ottawa, the New Zealand protesters government Covid-19 messages Power was out in many areas Areas will deposit about 8,000
object to the strict Covid-19 blasted at the protesters. across the country, and the fire samples. – Reuters
restrictions imposed on the country service responded to multiple
and are demanding an end to vaccine Blunt weighed in on the strategy incidents of trees falling on houses TRUCK DRIVERS
mandates. on Twitter, telling Kiwi police to “give and power lines, as well as roofs lifted SEAL OFF ROADS
me a shout if this doesn’t work”. and houses flooded. – AFP
Their resolve hardened after SANTIAGO: Chilean truck
drivers angry over the death of
Tense standoff at blocked Canadian bridge a colleague in a roadside fight
with hitchhikers blocked
OTTAWA: Canadian demonstrators Truckers and supporters dancing and drinking hot coffee the protesters now seek an end to all highways on Saturday to
led by truckers angry over Covid-19 protesting vaccine mandates against the bitter cold. vaccine mandates, whether imposed demand more workplace
restrictions defied police and kept in Ottawa on Saturday. by federal or provincial governments. safety. Big rigs clogged roads in
occupying a key bridge on Saturday, – REUTERSPIX Truckers originally converged on northern and central Chile, as
while thousands more rallied in the Ottawa to press their demand for an One opinion survey found that a well as on the outskirts of the
capital as a two-week-old protest Two other US-Canada border end to a vaccination requirement third of Canadians support the capital. In the northern port
showed no signs of abating. crossings, one in Manitoba province affecting truckers crossing the protest movement, while 44% say city of Iquique, trucks sealed
and one in Alberta, remain blocked international border. they at least understand the truckers’ off the road to the airport,
The demonstrations have inspired by protests. frustrations. – AFP forcing the cancellation of all
copycat protests that are now But the movement has spread, as incoming and outgoing flights.
spreading around the globe, In Ottawa, crowds of thousands Truck drivers have been
including to France, the Netherlands, packed the streets of the city centre, blocking roads and setting up
Switzerland and Australia. the epicentre of the movement, barricades since a clash
blaring horns, playing music, Thursday in which a colleague
In Ontario, where authorities have died near the northern city of
declared a state of emergency, the Antofagasta. Police say three
provincial supreme court had Venezuelans threw rocks at his
ordered truckers to end their truck because he refused to
blockade of the strategic Ambassador give them a ride. The three
Bridge, which links the city of have been arrested. – AFP
Windsor in Canada to Detroit,
Michigan in the United States. Vietnam to end
curbs on
The protest has forced major international
automakers in both countries to halt flights
or scale back production and
Washington on Friday urged Ottawa HANOI: Vietnam will remove its
to use its federal powers to end the Covid-19 restrictions on international
blockade. passenger flights with all markets
starting Feb 15, with no limitation on
Canada’s Prime Minister Justin the number of flights, the state-run
Trudeau promised “an increasingly Tuoi Tre newspaper reported
robust police intervention”, adding yesterday.
that borders cannot remain closed
and “this conflict must end”. The country imposed tight border
controls at the start of the pandemic
Canadian police, backed by to keep out the coronavirus, with
armoured vehicles, began clearing some initial success, but that dealt a
the bridge, taking down tents erected blow to its burgeoning tourism sector
in traffic lanes and persuading some which accounted for about 10% of
drivers to move their trucks. gross domestic product.

But by Saturday evening, after “Vietnam will lift restrictions on
hours of facing off against the international flights starting Feb 15.
demonstrators, the police had not The frequency of flights will be
completely cleared the span. restored to pre-pandemic level,” Tuoi
Tre said, citing Civil Aviation
Most of the cars and trucks Administration of Vietnam deputy
blocking it were removed but director Dinh Viet Son.
hundreds of people refused to budge.
Vietnam has already informed its
The Ambassador Bridge is vital to partners about that new policy and
the US and Canadian auto industries, only China has not yet agreed to
carrying over 25% of merchandise resume commercial flights with
exported by both countries. Vietnam, he was quoted as saying.

French police detain 81 over banned convoy Vietnam had already begun
gradually resuming international
PARIS: Police said they arrested 97 In Paris, more than 100 vehicles leader of the “yellow vest” protest the “vaccine pass” required to enter flights with 15 markets from the
people who defied a ban on a protest managed to converge on the movement, which engaged in restaurants, cafes and many other beginning of this year while easing
convoy over Covid rules to try block Champs-Elysees avenue, where running battles with the police every public venues implemented as part quarantine requirements, with
traffic in the capital, with 81 still in police used teargas to disperse weekend for several months in late of President Emmanuel Macron’s vaccinated passengers now needing
custody yesterday. protesters in scenes reminiscent of 2018 and early 2019. inoculation drive. only three days of self-isolation.
the “yellow vest” riots of 2018 and
Thousands of demonstrators from 2019. The Paris police department also “This Covid pass is just the latest The country has recorded nearly
across France attempted to block said an internal inquiry has been in a series of anti-freedom measures 2.5 million Covid-19 cases since the
traffic in the capital on Saturday in a Dozens of people remained on the opened after a video emerged on in our country. We have freedom of pandemic began, and about 39,000
self-proclaimed “freedom convoy” of famous avenue and in the nearby social media showing an officer movement in Europe, yet we’re being deaths.
cars, trucks and campervans. Bois de Boulogne forest park. striking a demonstrator on the head stopped by the police, we don’t have
on the Champs-Elysees. the right to be here and carry a flag,” Nearly 98% of its 98 million people
Hundreds of them continued on Prosecutors said one of those Daniel Bravo, 61, said. – AFP have received at least two vaccine
to Brussels yesterday. being held was Jerome Rodrigues, a French demonstrators took aim at doses, official data showed. – Reuters

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Refusing to isolate
will kill people COMMENT by Prof Dr Suresh Govind

█ BY JAMES MOORE Pick leaders with strong
moral compass
“ISOLATION is there to avoid someone who is DECADES of hard toil and millions
infectious infecting someone else. I see it as a public of lives were involved in creating the last 10 years, with an appalling CPI global which eventually would become an integral
health protection in the same way as we have one of the wonders of the world, average remaining unchanged at 43 for the part of a child’s life in future. Punctuality,
smoking laws against indoor smoking and laws the Great Wall of China. Its purpose 10th year in a row, with two-thirds of refraining from copying, abiding by school
against driving when you are under the influence.” was to deter and prevent the onslaught of countries scoring below 50. This continued laws and regulations, being honest and
So said Edinburgh University professor Devi Sridhar, enemies that continuously attacked the decline in the CPI in our country is a wake-up transparent are all vaccination exercises to
who has become one of TV’s go-to public health kingdom. This marvellous structure was a call to urgently address the issue of restoring boost the innate immunity. These children
experts during the pandemic. symbol of the nation’s resilience, a source of our innate resilience to corruption. who eventually may sit in seats of power
pride and more importantly a significant would shake their head in disapproval when
Sridhar was talking about the British government’s security and safety provider to her people. Recently, some youths took to the streets faced with temptations.
plans to remove the requirement to isolate when you to protest over the integrity of a chief
are infected with Covid. The problem with this, as The ability for anyone outside to commissioner of a government agency, and Meanwhile, every organisation must have
Sridhar pointed out, is that it gives a licence to penetrate was next to impossible until one this again is a clear sign that future inheritors a competent chief integrity officer (CIO), with
infected people to ride a bus or train, go shopping, day the conscience of a soldier, who was of our legacies have poor tolerance for formal training and certification from IIM,
see a film or show, go to a pub, spreading a deadly assigned to protect the wall, was compromised conscience. How can we make who must be the eyes and ears of the
disease. Sure, it may still be “recommended” that compromised due to various reasons. this fort of resilience stronger? It is only when organisation to ensure integrity is never
infectious people stay at home. But it is also we pay attention to the selection process of compromised. Integrity must be upheld in
recommended that you do not drink more than 14 He opened the gates to the enemies. An all positions in power, especially in every process of procurement, succession
units of alcohol spread across three days in any given important reminder that the legacies we are organisations that we have entrusted with to planning, leadership decisions and other
week. How many Downing Street employees attempting to build can be easily destroyed preserve the integrity of the nation. related matters. The CIO’s main task should
complied with that one in the midst of Partygate? even if one small shred of the nation’s be to ensure the pervasive culture of integrity
integrity is torn. Furthermore, the visible Stringent selection criteria without any is instilled in every member of the
The idea, which appears to be doing the rounds evidence of reports of corruption globally political influence or any form of nepotism organisation. This is being carried out now in
solely to buy the big dog a couple more days in his and nationally reveal that our conscience is and cronyism should be in place. There is a some organisations but perhaps their role
redecorated kennel, is potentially lethal for those increasingly becoming compromised. need to revisit the selection process involving deserves more prominence and seriousness.
most vulnerable to a virus, which is still killing people. respective stakeholders.
Covid has the capacity to infect people even if they are Even a person with a well-sculptured, If a Covid virus invades a body, the first
vaccinated. This includes those with compromised muscular body can be vulnerable to invading Critical agencies demand a more line of defence is the immune system, which
immune systems – in which case they need three micro-organisms when one’s immunity is stringent selection criteria for board is independently programmed to act on its
doses of vaccine (plus a booster) to get the same compromised. Our conscience is our built-in members. In fact, those appointees should own for self-preservation. Organisations that
protection you or I get from two (plus a booster). But immunity, which gives us the ability to resist be retirees from senior positions of corporate are assigned to protect the integrity of the
whether immuno-compromised people manage to the tendency to be corrupted – a much and public sectors, including retired senior nation such as the Malaysian Anti-Corruption
get that protection or not, they may find themselves in needed quality to preserve the present professors. Such respectable and Commission and IIM should be independent
the wrong place at the wrong time. collective wealth and resources. distinguished persons who are unbiased and and report to Parliament so, like our immune
apolitical, with long-standing impeccable system, can act diligently, promptly and
That is the disturbing thing about this nasty and The evidence that our integrity is being and flawless service are justified to be called accurately to safeguard the interest of both
erratic virus we have become terribly blasé about. It compromised is reflected in the scores of the back for this “national service” type of the government and the people.
can randomly muck you up every bit as effectively as Corruption Perception Index (CPI). Since its appointments.
a drunk driver. Perhaps those of us who are inception in 1995, the CPI has become the Corruption is one element that every
vulnerable to it should stage a demonstration. I leading global indicator for public sector We must realise that such seats of power individual, regardless of race and religion, will
suggest meeting up safely in a park, somewhere in corruption, which incorporates scores from are conferred only to protect the nation’s unite against. Daniel Erikson, CEO of
Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s constituency. 180 countries and territories. Data is well-being and is the basis for creating a Transparency International said: “In
Imagine the response to a bunch of squiffy crips compiled from 13 external sources, including strong, formidable and impenetrable wall authoritarian context, where control over
haring around, crashing into stationary vehicles, the World Bank, World Economic Forum, that would not compromise on integrity. government, business and the media rests
bins, bus shelters and any passers-by. private risk and consulting companies, think with a few, social movements remain the last
tanks and others. The scores reflect the views The institution that should be empowered check on power. It is the power held by
It could be blackly comic but it is probably more of experts and business people. with greater resources and power should be teachers, shopkeepers, students and ordinary
likely to be tragic. Drink-driving is banned because it the Malaysian Institute of Integrity (IIM), people from all walks of life that will ultimately
is irresponsible, anti-social and plain lethal. Tell me, Some of the top countries scoring more which was established on March 4, 2004. deliver accountability.” Every individual
how is going out on the town knowing you are a viral than 80 in previous CPI assessments have not According to its website, its objective is to should be accountable to place his brick of
vector after seeing all the wrong red lines on a lateral been spared from reports of corruption ensure that every public and private institution integrity to strengthen the wall of resilience.
flow test any different? scandals involving corporate and political implements initiatives aimed at overcoming Malaysia still possesses the potential to climb
leaders. On the local front, Malaysia has not governance, integrity and corruption issues. to the top in the CPI. We have to!
Fazilet Hadi, head of policy at Disability Rights been spared either, with IMDB. This institution’s role can be likened to that of
UK points out that there remains a small – but still our nation’s immune system, where with Prof Dr Suresh Govind is the chairman of
significant – number of disabled people who cannot The announcement by Transparency proper empowerment, greater vigilance and the Board of Trustees for Yayasan
participate in day-to-day life because of the risk of International on Jan 25 showed that our proper regulation, the protection of our Perpaduan Malaysia and a
severe illness or death from Covid. Disability charity nation slipped from the 51st position out of nation’s integrity can be ensured. Fellow of the Academy of Science.
Scope said it could leave some people “gambling 180 countries in 2019 to the 62nd position in
with their lives”. 2022. Eighty-six per cent of other countries The IIM should work with the Education Comments: letters@thesundaily.com
were reported to have little to no progress in Ministry to ensure the value and principles of
Living in a country that used to pride itself on integrity become part of the curriculum,
decency, I sometimes have to pinch myself. Is this
for real or am I hallucinating? The hallucinations
one experiences can feel quite real and frightening.
But none of the ones I had were as ugly as what
Britain is turning into under a government that
treats people with disabilities as dispensable.
– The Independent

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Boost healthcare capacities

COMMENT home, and industries (such as manufacturing
and construction) need to ensure a high
by Ameen Kamal frequency of testing and ensure adherence to
safety and health protocols at sites. These are
KEYS to navigating the surge of Omicron the best options for now to balance public
cases lie in the capacity of the public health and the economy, and this must be the
healthcare system and its readiness, way forward.
minimisation of transmission, proper
self-management, new technologies and We cannot afford another total lockdown,
personal interventions. but we will be forced to consider drastic or
radical measures if our public healthcare system
In Malaysia, Omicron appears to be less is pushed to the brink again.
severe, with the vast majority of cases reportedly
in Category One and Two, and only about 0.5% As it is right now, it is likely that Omicron
are in Category Three and above. This is cannot be stopped entirely but gradual
consistent with global observations. transmission spread over time is more
manageable by the healthcare system.
Although this is a good mutational trajectory Therefore, mass gatherings should be
relative to the Delta variant, Omicron’s high minimised to avoid an explosion of cases and
transmissibility makes it a game of time and the number of clusters spiking.
numbers. The number of cases in all categories,
however small percentage-wise, will expand Proper self-isolation and self-management In Malaysia, Omicron appears to be less severe, with the vast majority of cases reportedly in Category One
relative to the number of cases. Therefore, there Though the health minister provided guidelines and Two, and only about 0.5% are in Category Three and above. – REUTERSPIX
is still a real urgency to minimise the rate of on the isolation period for exposure to the virus
transmission, even if we cannot stop it entirely. (which varies depending on vaccination status), With the importance of self-testing Virus mutations are not new, and our
there are anecdotal reports of cases where home becoming more evident, it is expected that immune system is a wonderful system with
For example, 0.5% of Category Three and test kits showed negative for the five days of people may stock up on home test kits. Even so, mechanisms to deal with mutations – provided
above cases out of 20,000 daily infections means isolation among boosted individuals, only for one must be aware of the expiration date, which that it is given a sufficient amount of
100 people who may need to be hospitalised, be tests to turn out positive by day seven onwards. is usually printed on the box. As a rule of thumb, information to deal with potential variability in
put in intensive care units (ICU), and/or require Guidelines provided by the government are one should always assume that any results from the future.
ventilation daily. data-driven policies, which make them reliable. an expired kit are false. As for medications, it is good to know that the
But as with any statistical data, outlier cases do Furthermore, the type of test kit, timing, government is procuring Covid-19 pills to
Of course, it is said that Omicron-caused happen and things are never static. Over time, temperature and even what you consume or put address disease progression and possibly
cases tend to resolve faster than Delta, which what may be uncommon now could become in your mouth before doing the test may affect shorten the time to recovery, which are
means that the daily 100 moderate to severe the average. the results. For example, it is known that using crucial factors in alleviating the public
cases is unlikely to mean 3,000 hospitalisations Since there is no upside (from the public mouthwash can temporarily remove some healthcare burden.
per month. That said, even if the duration is health perspective) to the premature release of a viruses and give false-negative results. Moving on from pills for the masses, there
shorter, say between seven and 15 days, the self-isolating individual into the needs to be a study on why some people get
number can still be significant if the total community, it is best to be on the New technology interventions severe disease to develop tailored interventions.
number of cases is too high, over a short period side of caution for one’s own sake “Omicron’s As mentioned in our previous Self-improvement
of time. and for others. threat is not so articles, Omicron’s characteristic is Ultimately, external interventions have their
much in its an expected mutational trajectory limits and can be influenced by motivations not
According to data gathered in CovidNow Remember, the Omicron wave disease and probably a welcomed change, related to the well-being of the people. The
portal, hospitalisation rates have been is a time and numbers game so the severity but in relative to Delta. It is already situation (why elderlies and people with
increasing since the end of January this year, objective of self-isolation and the speed it displacing Delta as the dominant underlying disease are still vulnerable groups
coinciding with the rise in cases that started in management is to ensure we detect spreads. If it variant, and a report suggests even in the face of a relatively less severe virus)
early and mid-January. As of Feb 9, the hospital it while in isolation. False negatives reaches many that natural immunity in is a reminder of the importance of having a
utilisation rate was at 77.4% (nationwide), with and premature release of virus vulnerable vaccinated individuals may even healthy lifestyle.
52.3% and 33.7% ICU and ventilator utilisation carriers into the community will groups faster provide protection even from the
rates, respectively. These figures have been defeat the entire purpose of than the Delta variant. We are still in the early stages of the
steadily rising. isolation in the first place. healthcare impending wave. As cases peak, what if the virus
system can We just have to minimise spread found a higher percentage of high-risk
Keep in mind these figures include non- There is a smaller window for handle, the transmission to ensure our public groups in the population and doubles the
Covid cases, and it could be said that these rapid tests to accurately detect the system may be healthcare can manage the percentage of moderate to severe cases from
utilisation rates came about when Malaysia was virus, compared to PCR tests, overrun. situation and handle the risks to 0.5% to 1% or 2%?
just at the beginning of its Omicron wave. In therefore, multiple self-tests vulnerable groups that may
other words, this provides a snapshot of the state throughout the duration of increase in size because the One can imagine how this can be
of the public healthcare system, which clearly isolation are ideal. increasingly infectious virus reach exponential. By Feb 10, number of cases soared
needs to be on high-alert mode, and emergency is far and wide into the in the span of a few days from roughly 11,000 to
capacities (beds, ventilators, medications, Not all fully-vaccinated community, and is rapid. 19,000, and number of cases in Category Three
healthcare workers, etc) need to be expanded individuals have the same level of and above reportedly grew from 0.5% to 0.59%.
immediately for an eventual surge. protection and not everyone who As suggested by other experts, This could just be the start, and even higher
received booster shots is and aligned with the approach to figures are not impossible as there could be
We already have the experience from guaranteed to be boosted empower the people to make their more vulnerable groups in the population than
previous waves where the impact of rising cases effectively. own choices, the MySJ Trace we think.
on the public healthcare capacities is well- feature of MySejahtera should be
known and predictable – so authorities must Furthermore, people get tied to early warning and According to the online information portal
plan accordingly. infected with different levels of prevention system so that people Hilgi Library, Malaysia has been ranked 13th out
viral loads and people’s immune can avoid high-risk places. In of 155 countries on sugar consumption per
Minimise transmission systems may differ greatly. Thus, other words, it is a wider proximity capita based on 2018 data.
Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor the infection profile and, therefore, alert, instead of alerting historical
Hisham Abdullah reportedly mentioned that we the time for isolation and time for close contact. Various studies have linked blood sugar
could see 22,000 daily cases by the end of March symptoms to manifest can differ levels to weakened immune response, and of
should the infectivity rate remains at 1.2. greatly and can vary from the Perhaps this can be done as course, sugar spikes and calorific surplus is
guidelines provided. For the same a revival of the Hotspots linked to obesity, which is known to be linked to
As mentioned earlier, Omicron’s threat is not reasons, it is best to follow stricter
so much in its disease severity but in the speed it protocols, if possible. Identification for Dynamic a higher risk of severe Covid-19, even among
spreads. If it reaches many vulnerable groups Also, on a related note, people may not know Engagement system, where real-time hotspot younger age groups.
faster than the healthcare system can handle, how to use home rapid tests correctly, which in locations are updated in MySejahtera so that Most underlying diseases that tend to
the system may be overrun. turn can give false-negative results – defeating people do not need to be in a certain proximity contribute more severe Covid-19 symptoms are
the purpose of self-isolation and management. to avoid the area. non-communicable diseases (cardiovascular
Note that old people and people with The saliva/mucous must be from deep within We have also mentioned in previous years diseases, diabetes, cancer etc) which can be
underlying diseases are still considered high- the throat and this can only be done through that it looks like the vaccine-virus “cat and attributed to lifestyle. This means we can do
risk categories even against Omicron. So, people deep coughing, and better yet to do multiple mouse” game is likely to be an annual affair, something about it at the individual level.
who are always in close contact with elderlies replicates to reduce chances of random errors. based on current designs. A profitable situation
and people with comorbidities should be extra If PCR tests require those thin swabs to reach for some but unsustainable for many. Ameen Kamal is the Head of Science &
vigilant. They should refrain from crowds and deeply into our nose and throat, the home tests Vaccine designs should be improved to Technology at EMIR Research, an independent
test themselves more frequently. As we know, kits also need samples from the same area. induce both mucosal and systemic immunity think tank focused on strategic policy
even fully vaccinated healthy adults can be Mouth saliva may not suffice to provide accurate and provide a balanced target (antigen) for our recommendations based on rigorous research.
asymptomatic carriers and can still transmit the readings. immune system to deal with future variants. Comments: letters@thesundaily.com
virus to these vulnerable groups. That is why the
health minister recommends working from

Coping with the Covid-19 pandemic

LETTERS Some are facing difficulties accessing lecture It is heartbreaking to see some individuals Not all of us are in the same boat, some may
notes, having online discussions with who reacted poorly towards the news on social have a yacht while some only have a raft, but
letters@thesundaily.com classmates, while many are having trouble media such as TikTok, Facebook, Twitter both are facing the same wave.
dividing time for assignments and other claiming that students nowadays are unable to
EVER since the pandemic hit the world, we have commitments. divide their time for assignments and “me Every individual who is struggling must find
been struggling to adapt to the new normal. time”. the will to live during this pandemic.
In July 2021, we were shocked to hear news
People are finding it hard to make ends meet. of the deaths of two university students, the Mental health should not be taken lightly. We Do not give up, let us fight Covid-19 together
Students, on the other hand, have been reason being they were not able to cope with should seek help if it is overwhelming. and get vaccinated.
having a hard time handling online classes. the workload given and were stressed, until it
affected their health. Now is not the time for people to make Arianna Nabillah Hashim
comparisons on their struggles. Universiti Teknologi Mara

10 theSUN ON MONDAY | FEBRUARY 14, 2022
MEDIA & MARKETING

Celebrate the WIZARDS of the Coast will be
masters with releasing Kamigawa: Neon
UNIQLO Dynasty, the newest set for Magic:
The Gathering (MTG) on Feb 18
UNIQLO has launched the latest for tabletop.
installment of its MoMA Art Icons UT
collection. This is the latest offering from A long-awaited return to the plane initially Light it up
a partnership between UNIQLO and the seen in the original Kamigawa block released in
New York The Museum of Modern Art 2004, Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty transforms the
(MoMA) in New York that began almost feudal Japan-inspired setting into a bright,
a decade ago. futuristic neonscape.
The
collaboration In a city of looming skyscrapers and vibrant
celebrates the cherry blossom trees, cyber ninja Kaito Shizuki o Magic: The Gathering’s newest set blends tradition
works of modern searches for the missing Emperor of Kamigawa. with modernity in its first futuristic sci-fi plane
masters in the With returning Planeswalkers Tamiyo and The
MoMA Wanderer by his side, Kaito must journey
collection. through the neon Undercity to investigate an
Iconic pieces unfolding mystery; one that threatens the
include Van spiritual world of Kamigawa and the delicate Taking inspiration from traditional Japanese Shinkawa (Metal Gear Solid), and many more,
Vincent van balance between soul and machine. iconography, Neon Dynasty features 10 Neon Dynasty features some exquisite works of
Gogh’s The Starry full-art cards that showcase certain Legendary
Night (1889), Set 1,200 years after the events of the original “Ukiyo-e” basic lands with each basic creatures and Planeswalkers from the set as
with its rich blues Kamigawa story, Neon Dynasty merges old land type getting two different pieces of dazzling, vibrant pieces.
and yellows, and Claude Monet’s with the new as it transforms returning
Water Lilies (1914-26), with its more mechanics and introduces never-before-seen woodblock art available in foil and non- Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty will be available
subdued hues, and Liubov Popova’s abilities. The new mechanic, Reconfigure, foil versions. The new set also brings in regular Draft Boosters, Theme Boosters,
Untitled (1917) abstract work. imbues creatures with the ability to equip modernity to feudal aesthetics with Collector Boosters, Set Boosters, as well as the
The collection is current available themselves to other creatures and confer new Neon Dynasty Bundle and two Commander
at UNIQLO stores nationwide and on bonuses. Double-faced cards return and are Ninja and Samurai showcase frames, decks.
UNIQLO’s website. Adult’s T-shirts key to changing the tides of battle, with Sagas styling these specific creature
are priced at RM59.90, while sweats that turn into enchantment creatures to offer types with elegant and futuristic For more information, visit
are RM79.90. player’s additional unique abilities. Channel borders. magic.wizards.com/en/products/kamigawa-
also returns in Neon Dynasty, allowing players In a special collaboration
to discard a card with the ability to get a with prominent Japanese artists neon-dynasty.
temporary effect.
Hara Tetsuo (Fist of the North Star), Yoji
Another returning mechanic, Ninjutsu,
allows Ninja creatures to slip past an
opponent’s defences: cards with Ninjutsu can
be put into play already
attacking by returning an
unblocked creature to its
owner’s hand. Legendary
creatures of Kamigawa
make a comeback with the
highlight being five
legendary Spirit Dragons
who are central to the plane.
Samurai and Ninja creatures
also return with various cool
new iterations for players to
collect.

Jollibee opens first store in West Malaysia

JOLLIBEE, loved around the world juiciness, and marinated to the bone Sandwich – made with a chicken fillet Hundreds of customers greeted Jollibee’s first restaurant in West Malaysia.
for its next-level crispy and juicy for next-level flavour. marinated in a secret spicy recipe
Chickenjoy, officially opened its first breaded to crunch perfection and
restaurant in West Malaysia at For those who love a hot kick to then topped with its own special hot
Sunway Pyramid, Petaling Jaya on their fried chicken, Jollibee offers dressing.
Feb 8. Spicy Chickenjoy which is coated
with fiery breading and infused with All the ingredients used at
“As a major consumer market in a signature spicy marinade. Jollibee’s Malaysian outlets are
Southeast Asia, Malaysia is an sourced from halal-certified vendors.
important part of Jollibee’s growth The Yumburger is Jollibee’s version
and our vision of becoming one of of the hamburger, and a favourite “We are overjoyed by the strong
the top five restaurant companies in that can be ordered with or without reception of our first store opening in
the world,” said Ernesto Tanmantiong, the cheese. West Malaysia,” said Dennis Flores,
CEO of Jollibee Group. president of Jollibee Europe, Middle
Another crowd-pleaser is the Jolly East, Asia, and Australia (EMEAA).
West Malaysians can finally get a Spaghetti, prepared with its signature
taste of Jollibee bestsellers such as sweet-style sauce, loaded with “Jollibee is a universally loved
the world-famous Chickenjoy that is chunky slices of beef sausage and brand, and we are proud to be the
hand-breaded with a thin delicate generously topped with cheese. chosen partner of Jollibee Foods
coating for extreme crispiness, Corporation,” said Alwyn Chong,
cooked with precision for maximum For Malaysians craving for a food managing director of Jollibee
adventure, the brand will soon Malaysia.
launch its Jollibee Spicy Chicken

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20.7 Foreign 582.9 417.6 165.3

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KLCI STI HANG SENG SCI TSEC KOSPI S&P/ASX200
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Source: Bursa Malaysia 3,462.95 7,217.30

KL MARKET SUMMARY Inflationary pressures
February 11, 2022

INDICES 11,320.42 CHANGE +52.81 likely to persist this year
FBMEMAS
FBMKLCI 1,578.89 +8.79
CONSUMER PRODUCTS 578.61 +2.35
INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS 210.94 +1.07
CONSTRUCTION 149.38 +0.58
FINANCIAL SERVICES 16,296.65 +14.24
ENERGY 788.79 +10.71
TELECOMMUNICATIONS 618.75 +0.55 o Govt trying to support
HEALTH CARE 2,186.72 +3.95 economic recovery, keep
TRANSPORTATION 877.85 -4.98 costs manageable for
PROPERTY 709.16 +3.42 businesses, and tackle high
PLANTATION 7,214.42 +325.91 prices of consumer goods:
FBMSHA 12,040.39 +80.57 SERC executive director
FBMACE 6,344.95 +11.62
TECHNOLOGY 83.88 -0.74

TURNOVER VALUE
3.191 BIL RM2.416 BIL

5 MOST ACTIVES █ BY JUNE MOH
February 11, 2022 sunbiz@thesundaily.com

STOCK VOL CLSG (sen) +/– (sen) PETALING JAYA: The market is expecting A customer buying eggs in a store. Price controls and subsidies are just short-term measures to
KNM 251,967,700 18.5 +3.0 inflationary pressures to ease in the second contain inflation, says SERC executive director. – BERNAMAPIX
VC 231,240,100 7.5 -0.5 half of the year, albeit the rate will remain
DNEX 187,385,100 109.0 +2.0 high, according to Socio-Economic Lee said the government should start to remain moderate in 2022, closer to its long-
SMTRAC 91,327,200 19.5 +0.5 Research Centre (SERC) executive director think about contingency plans if the term average, while core inflation is likely to
DNEX-CG 66,369,500 7.0 +1.0 and economist Lee Heng Guie. inflation rate remains high. remain modest this year.

5 TOP GAINERS Lee said price controls, subsidies and “What started as a cost-push could be Last Friday, BNM governor Tan Sri Nor
February 11, 2022 allowing more approve permits to import reinforced by the demand to compensate Shamsiah Mohd Yunus said the central
frozen products are among the short-term for the rising cost of living. That is why bank would remain vigilant on the ongoing
STOCK VOL CLSG (RM) +/– RM measures implemented to contain inflation. (there is) the proposal of increasing the developments in demand and cost
KLK 5,434,300 24.14 1.40 minimum wage, to mitigate the rising cost pressures and would continue to actively
BKAWAN 39,900 24.88 0.70 “The prices of goods such as chicken, of living. engage with industry players to examine
PMBTECH-WA 46,200 16.12 0.62 flour and eggs have increased at the local price dynamics closely as economic
BJFOOD 10,164,800 3.00 0.60 markets. The government has no choice but “With many uncertainties looming over conditions improve.
PMBTECH-LA 19.00 0.50 to subsidise the prices of the goods and to the growing inflation rate, minimum wage,
7,300 impose price ceilings, but imposing a price and the labour market conditions, Bank “We expect that household spending will
ceiling is a short-term measure. If it is there Negara Malaysia (BNM) is facing a trade-off continue to support growth this year. The
5 TOP LOSERS for too long it will hurt the profit margins of between supporting the economic recovery easing of containment measures and
February 11, 2022 producers and businesses. The intention of and stabilising inflation,“ he said. improving the job market as well as income
imposing a price ceiling is to make them conditions are factors that will lift
STOCK VOL CLSG (RM) +/– RM affordable to the public,“ he told SunBiz. The inflation rate in the United States consumption activity.
SAM 78,300 23.50 0.98 accelerated to 7.5% on an annual basis in
MPI 221,300 39.00 0.58 Lee said that as the country’s economy is January 2022, the highest since February “However, developments surrounding
BAT 444,000 12.50 0.36 recovering, the high cost of materials and 1982 and well above market forecasts of the pandemic, particularly if utilisation of
SP500-C10 17,200 0.635 0.225 ingredients will impede the recovery if 7.3%, due to soaring energy costs, labour healthcare capacity comes under stress and
SP500-CZ 36,000 1.20 0.22 appropriate measures are not implemented shortages and supply disruptions coupled price pressures from supply constraints
to help ease costs for businesses and with strong demand. may weigh on sentiment and actual
EXCHANGE RATES FEBRUARY 11, 2022 consumers. spending,“ she told reporters after
“There is a gap with the US interest rates. announcing Malaysia’s economic growth
Foreign currency Bank sell Bank buy Bank buy “It is a big challenge for the government With last week’s reported inflation rate, the for the fourth quarter of 2021 (Q4’21).
now as they are trying to achieve a balance market is expecting at least seven hikes (the Headline inflation increased to 3.2% during
1 US DOLLAR TT/OD TT OD between supporting the economic recovery US raising its key interest rate three times Q4’21 (Q3’21: 2.2%), due mainly to the
1 AUSTRALIAN DOLLAR 4.2500 4.1250 4.1150 and keeping the costs manageable for this year, starting in March, to 0.75-1.00% by normalisation in electricity prices following
1 BRUNEI DOLLAR 3.0500 2.9300 2.9140 businesses and easing inflation pressures the end of 2022). the lapse of the three-month electricity bill
1 CANADIAN DOLLAR 3.1560 3.0640 3.0560 on consumers. discount implemented in July 2021. Core
1 EURO 3.3310 3.2420 3.2300 “It is an aggressive expectation. More inflation increased marginally to 0.8%
1 NEWZEALAND DOLLAR 4.8490 4.6930 4.6730 “The inflation rate is still tilted to the hikes than expected will put pressure on during Q4’21 (Q3’21: 0.7%) as economic
1 SINGAPORE DOLLAR 2.8390 2.7360 2.7200 upside with cost and price pressures, and Malaysia in terms of capital outflow, the reopening gathered momentum. For 2021
1 STERLING POUND 3.1560 3.0640 3.0560 with few things to take note – such as the impact of foreign exchange on ringgit, as a whole, average headline inflation was
1 SWISS FRANC 5.7620 5.5810 5.5610 electricity surcharge for commercial and which means we have to pay more for 2.5% (2020: -1.2%), while core inflation
100 UAE DIRHAM 4.5730 4.4690 4.4540 industrial entities and subsidy for RON 95 imported goods, and that will make averaged at 0.7% (2020: 1.1%).
100 BANGLADESHTAKA 117.0800 111.0200 110.8200 and kerosene. The question is how long the inflation higher,“ he said.
100 CHINESE RENMINBI 5.0270 4.7180 4.5180 government can provide subsidies at the
100 HONGKONG DOLLAR 66.8000 64.2000 current rate. The government may increase Meanwhile, BNM expects inflation to
100 INDIAN RUPEE 55.0800 52.3500 N/A petrol prices at some point,“ he said.
100 INDONESIAN RUPIAH 5.7600 5.4000 52.1500
100 JAPANESE YEN 0.0307 0.0278 5.2000 Allianz Malaysia sets sights on the underinsured
100 NEWTAIWAN DOLLAR 3.6660 3.5510 0.0228
100 PAKISTAN RUPEE 16.4000 3.5410 KUALA LUMPUR: Allianz Malaysia Bhd underserved when the real issue is that lingering Covid-19 uncertainties, the
100 PHILIPPINE PESO 2.4700 N/A says it will need to manoeuvre its business customers are underinsured. company will focus on expanding, among
100 QATAR RIYAL 8.4100 2.3100 N/A around pandemic challenges to stay others, its customer engagement
100 SAUDI RIYAL 118.0400 7.9200 2.1100 resilient and brace for challenges ahead as “To give you an example, during the capabilities via artificial intelligence.
100THAI BAHT 114.5600 112.0600 7.7200 the insurer expects Covid-19 to continue to height of the floods in December last year,
13.5500 108.7500 111.8600 be in the backdrop in 2022. our Allianz Road Rangers received requests For many years, Allianz has incorporated
12.0200 108.5500 from 1,393 customers (as of Dec 29) whose sustainability into its operations and is led
11.6200 CEO Sean Wang said that while business vehicles were affected by the floods but of by its Group ESG Board, a dedicated body to
will continue to be very challenging in the this number, only 68 had special peril cover. address ESG issues within Allianz.
Source: Malayan Banking Berhad/Bernama months ahead, the company is well equipped The cover is readily available at a very
to embrace these challenges and will affordable price of just 0.2% of the vehicle’s Wang said Allianz Malaysia has
continue to monitor market and customer agreed/insured value. Yet, many customers established an ESG Board to ensure that ESG
sentiments to offer appropriate, relevant, and still choose not to buy, and this is what we considerations are integrated into the
meaningful products to its policyholders. aim to go out there and tell our customers,” company’s strategy and operations. “Climate
he told Bernama. change and social inclusion are two topics
Commenting on the recent that we are particularly concerned about. We
unprecedented floods in the country, Wang Moving forward, Wang said Allianz address this through the greening of our own
said it is necessary for insurers to focus on Malaysia will also continue to invest in operations and aligning our insurance and
education and awareness among customers digitalising its business operations as part of investment decisions such as coal phase-out,
to quell the notion that customers are its strategy moving into 2022. Amid ESG screening, and solar panel insurance.”

12 theSUN ON MONDAY | FEBRUARY 14, 2022 PUNB: RM70m
SUNBIZ financing for 271
entrepreneurs via
Time to revisit your claim Success scheme
for reinvestment allowance
THE recent win in the High Court PONTIAN: A total of 271 entrepreneurs
by Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) in Common mistakes made by taxpayers examples provided in the public ruling affected by the Covid-19 crisis nationwide
its claim for reinvestment Many taxpayers do not follow the letter of may not reconcile with the taxpayer’s have received financing worth RM70 million
allowance (RA) of RM1.8 the law, or the guidance provided in views. through the Sustainable Accelerate Scheme
billion for 2018 has sent ripples public rulings. Examples of such (Success) launched by Perbadanan
among taxpayers who may mistakes will include: Similarly, the IRB’s view that if the Usahawan Nasional Bhd (PUNB) in
have been denied RA in the 0 The absence of a project taxpayer moves out of an existing factory November last year.
past. paper, feasibility study, into a bigger factory, the RA is only
Taxpayers who have not business plans, budgets, available on the additional factory area Chairman Datuk Ahmad Nazlan Idris said
claimed RA or have been directors resolutions, and rather than the whole new factory is the initiative was specifically offered to
denied RA on the grounds that other relevant documents debatable. Plant that is used indirectly existing PUNB entrepreneur partners to
they are not carrying on a supporting the project; (that is, forklifts used outside the factory) ensure their business sustainability in facing
manufacturing activity may need to 0 Mismatch between the in the manufacturing activity will not Covid-19-related challenges during the
revisit their position. Although the TNB company incurring the investments qualify according to the public ruling. nation’s economic recovery phase.
decision is the law now, the Inland However, such activities are part and
Revenue Board (IRB) may appeal to the and the company using the plant and parcel of the manufacturing activities and The organisation had taken strategic
Court of Appeal. machinery; denying such claims does not appear to steps to improve the financing structure of
RA is available for manufacturing 0 Failure to exclude capital expenditure reconcile with the law. Success, which offers financing from
companies who carry out expansion, incurred for the benefit of the directors RM100,000 to a maximum of RM1 million,
modernisation, automation, or and the management and distinguishing An expenditure on plant and machinery he told reporters after attending a PUNB
diversification projects. There is plant and machinery directly and is not incurred until it is capable of being briefing and dialogue session with
comprehensive legislation in Schedule 7A indirectly used in the manufacturing used, and the usage of the machine during entrepreneurs here yesterday.
of the Income Tax Act. There are also two process; trial runs do not allow the taxpayer to
comprehensive public rulings (No. 0 Inadvertently claiming RA on non- commence claiming RA. Ahmad Nazlan said PUNB had shortened
10/2020 and No. 11/2020) outlining the qualifying activities and claiming on areas the approval period for financing of below
IRB’s interpretation of the legislation. The used for storage where it exceeds one- There are also interpretational issues on RM300,000 to two weeks based on the
rulings set out in detail the dos and don’ts tenth of the factory building area; the definition of expansion, modernisation, conditions set.
of claiming RA. 0 Claiming RA on transfer of assets from automation, and diversification.
IRB should be commended for a related parties who have previously The way forward When the Success initiative, with an
comprehensive document. However, these claimed RA on the same assets. Taxpayers should pay greater attention in allocation of RM100 million, was first
are their points of view and taxpayers have Issues of contention with IRB preparing the necessary documents at the announced on Nov 21, 2021, PUNB had said
a choice whether to follow the public Starting with the issue of “manufacturing” time the claim is made in the tax the approval process would take three
ruling or not. which is now been brought to the forefront computation. Do not wait for IRB to working weeks for applicants with a
RA is regularly being scrutinised by the through the TNB case, there are many initiate an audit and thereafter scramble complete set of documents.
IRB during tax audits and investigations more issues of contention. Examples to prepare the documents. It is best to
and very often it is a point of dispute would be the determination of the clarify your doubts with your advisers or “God willing, we will try as best and as fast
between the parties. The quantum of the commencement date which is a question with the IRB before you undertake the as possible. We do not want to have too long
claims is usually significant, and any of fact between the taxpayer and the project. a period. For financing of RM300,000 and
adjustment could result in significant authorities above, we are also in the process of reducing
additional taxes and penalties. It is IRB should be amenable to providing the (approval) period so entrepreneurs who
absolutely important for taxpayers to Although the definition of “simple” has feedback to taxpayers as part of their apply need not wait long,” he said.
prepare the necessary documents to been defined in the ITA as an activity current push to enhance compliance
defend their claims. which does not need special skills, among taxpayers. Ahmad Nazlan said 40 entrepreneurs in
machines, or apparatuses for carrying out Johor had received RM9 million in total
the activity, it is a matter for debate as the This article was contributed by financing through the Success scheme to
Thannees Tax Consulting Services Sdn Bhd date.

managing director SM Thanneermalai. Pontian Member of Parliament Datuk Seri
Ahmad Maslan was also present at the PUNB
session with entrepreneurs. – Bernama

Year of the Tiger – Turn your fortunes around and focus on your financial goals

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SUCCESS: Grab the opportunities
THE INSIGHT STORY when they come along

How has your life experience made you the kG3 Global Bhd managing director Dirk Quinten tells faced? What did you learn from it?
leader you are today? SunBIz that one should be prepared for lifelong learning, Right now as we speak, I am deeply troubled by
Most people can be divided into two groups, and be patient, whether it involves business or career the pandemic. I love freedom, and I love
those who want to lead and those who want to Malaysia for having provided that freedom. I
be led. I realised early on that I wasn’t the type helped push me a few steps up the career like to perform and accomplish things, and I
to be led, as I am a free spirit and don’t like ladder. When I came to Malaysia 21 years ago, raised my kids like that too. As they are ready to
being told what to do. I prefer to be active, not there were a few mentors as well who didn’t go out and start their own career journeys, the
reactive. care about my status as a foreigner, only what I world has unfortunately closed in on them, and
was capable of. This reminds me of what I said it is out of my control.
From a young age I associated myself with about grabbing opportunities. When my
people who were leaders. They were all about mentor said I was ready for the next level, I In the past there were many choices and
empowering others more than themselves, and trusted he probably knows better. So I did it. options to explore and achieve things but the
these people formed a valuable support group current period is limiting for my kids and the
that has shaped my values and character until young generation in general.
today.
What traits do you look for in your talent or The learning is ongoing, I am in the midst of
how do you decide who is right for a job? it to see how best to navigate the situation and
I look for individuals who are determined, assist my kids to pursue their dreams.
diligent, and don’t deliver half-baked results.
They need to be able to finish their stuff think it ever stops. Don’t pass on opportunities, What do you want to accomplish in the next What was the most outlandish business
independently and, to do this, some drive and a grab them when they come. Everyone has five years? proposal you have ever heard of?
particular skill are needed. However, skill is not opportunities, but not everyone takes them. I want to grow G3 Global and build the AI A project, Elon Musk’s Space X. Outlandish at
my number one requirement. Loyalty and a portion in Malaysia. This will not only be great first, and yet now it’s working. He’s doing things
positive mindset are equally important. There’s some patience required, whether it is for the company, but the country as well. My in private capacity that even the richest
your business or career. The younger vision in AI is that you need supercomputers to countries cannot do. How long ago was the last
Employees should not come into the office at generation, with their short attention span, help run things, and we don’t have much of it time we went to the moon? Now he is talking
9am to sit and wait for instructions. They have needs to bear this in mind. here yet in this country. Malaysia has been good about Mars and even has a plan for it. I admire
to be a mini-leader of their own duties, and fit in to me and my family for over two decades, so if that crazy passion.
with the rest of the team members. Work culture People also talk a lot about work-life balance I could, I’d like to give back. What man-made innovation confounds you?
is important at G3 Global, so I screen potential and think of it in two parts – a 9-to-5 job, and the How do you expect policies on climate Why?
candidates to see if they would fit in with the leisure time afterwards. But I think they have it change to impact businesses in the future? The Ocean Cleanup project. Its CEO, Boyan
rest. Ample freedom is provided here; there is a all wrong and, to me, you won’t get anywhere They will continue to shape businesses, as is Slat, founded it in the Netherlands in 2013 at
flat hierarchy and everyone’s doors are always with this mindset. Work-life balance is a process happening already now. As you know, electric only 18 years old. I started following this four or
open. Liberties are granted, but we expect a give throughout the day. You work on your tasks and vehicles are in real high demand recently. Why? five years ago, and they succeeded in their proof
and take in return. if you need to take a break, you can find time in Is it because we all want to save on fossil fuels? of technology late last year. The company is
How do you think the industry you are in will between instead of splitting your day into two. No. It is because of policies to reduce carbon developing clean-up systems that aim to
evolve? We all know about the industrial revolution, emissions. The policies are responsible for remove more than 90% of the floating plastic
The outlook for artificial intelligence (AI) is are we in for a technological revolution? Your causing industries to react and switch to clean pollution caught swirling in the oceans, starting
positive. I believe technology will not be taking thoughts. energy. with the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. From
away people’s jobs, but instead assist them and No, there are no more revolutions. We have Most-admired business leader? Why? what I understand, they are using low-cost and
make it more efficient. You see, the amount of come so far. Revolutions used to be something Elon Musk. He is creative, different, and a rebel. totally clean technology. It is amazing that they
data that is readily available in today’s age that you wait for decades to happen. Nowadays, We are similar in age, so I relate to him and are doing what people with more money and
cannot be processed by humans anymore, even it is continuous. Technological advancements admire his accomplishments. Steve Jobs, in a better technology couldn’t do.
if it were the size of an army. are happening every single day at an ever faster way, was equally impactful. By looking at both Malaysia’s greatest brand?
pace. of them, we understand now that one’s idea is Petronas. Largest contributor to the country,
AI algorithms on the other hand are capable How has mentorship made a difference in so important. and really put Malaysia on the world map, just
of studying data across multiple decades, seeing your professional life? If you could have an hour with any thought think Twin Towers. It is also known for
trends and coming up with actionable patterns. I have been blessed to have a few mentors in my leader in the world, whom would it be and sponsoring Formula 1, Moto GP, and others.
life. When I was a young technical engineer why? There is no competitor.
For example, our AI principal, SenseTime overseas, one mentor saw something in me and Mikhail Gorbachev, former president of Soviet A must-read for every business owner/manager
Group Ltd, has developed an AI scanner to Union. I think what he has done with ending is ...
diagnose lung infections. What happens the Cold War, introducing new political Seth Godin’s Linchpin. This is a book for every
statistically is that, for a doctor to find, let’s say, freedoms in the Soviet Union and the working person. A great book, full of tips about
20 health anomalies, he usually needs to look at reunification of Germany, were the greatest life and how to be the best version of yourself.
a hundred X-ray results. This traditional process political achievements in the last century. Just No matter who you are and what you do,
obviously takes time. With the help of an AI the thought of it is such a massive undertaking. whether you are reading it now or five years
scanner, however, we can significantly cut the If I could, I’d love to understand how does later. It can offer various perspectives
time by digitally screening a hundred X-rays someone not shy away from such a mammoth throughout the many stages of one’s life.
and identifying those 20 health anomalies the task. How can he be so daring in carrying it What are the top three factors you would
doctor needs to focus on and find solutions for through, and how did he make it happen? attribute your success to?
the patient. What has been the biggest challenge you have Honesty, fairness and determination.

This is just one use case for AI. Humans can
benefit from supercomputer assistance in many
other ways.
What advice can you offer those looking to
start their career/own business?
Start with something in line with your talents
and passion. The reason for this is, if you do
something you like, you will enjoy it and be
successful. I’m not a fan of picking a career for
money.

Also be prepared for lifelong learning, don’t

WARRANTS WATCH

Hang Seng Index, DNeX in the limelight

LAST WEEK, Bursa Malaysia Top warrants by volume traded with investors net buying 4 million extended its rally to a fourth day,
resumed its five-day trading session units out of 200 million units traded. gaining 1.9% to RM1.09; DNeX’s
after closing for 2½ days in the Warrant Volume Issuer Exercise Expiry date It was also the top traded warrant by share price rose 7.9% on-week.
previous week in conjunction with name (’mil) Macquarie level 30 Mar 2022 value, clocking up RM43.7 million in
the Chinese New Year holidays. HSI-CI9 43.7 Kenanga 26,000 30 May 2022 value traded. Call warrant HSI-CI2 To view the full list of structured
Trading activity in the warrants DNEX-CG 18.1 Macquarie RM1.20 25 Feb 2022 was also active with traded volume of warrants available on Bursa Malaysia,
market surged for the week as overall HSI-CI2 18.1 Macquarie 25,400 30 Mar 2022 146.1 million units. This warrant will
turnover soared 208.2% to RM200 HSI-HMZ 16.6 Macquarie 23,600 25 Feb 2022 be expiring on Feb 25, with its last visit malaysiawarrants.com.my.
million, with warrants over the Hang HSI-HMT 10.1 24,600 trading day on Feb 23. Provided for Malaysian residents’
Seng Index (HSI) representing 51.9% information only. This commentary
of the turnover. exporters to go through more that it was planning to offload part of Investors should exercise caution has not been reviewed by the Securities
procedures before shipping goods to its huge stake in the Chinese e- when trading warrants that are going Commission Malaysia. It is not an offer
The HSI extended its strong rally entities. However, the HSI erased commerce giant. The index closed to expire as they will experience a or recommendation to trade and
with a 1.4% surge last week. The Tuesday’s steep losses to stage a 2.1% higher on Thursday, gaining 0.4%, steep decline in the time decay, which
index started the week little changed rebound the following day, helped by before ending Friday down by 0.1% is an extra holding cost for investors. is not research material.
but fell 1.0% on Tuesday on news that gains in index heavyweight, Alibaba, at 24.906.66 points. Past performance is not indicative of
the US Commerce Department had which jumped 6.8% after Japanese On the local front, call warrant future performance. You should make
added 33 Chinese entities, including conglomerate SoftBank soothed fears Call warrant HSI-CI9 was the most over Dagang NeXchange (DNeX),
WuXi Biologics which plummeted active warrant over the HSI last week DNEX-CG was the top traded your own assessment and seek
23% on Tuesday, to its so-called warrant with a total value of RM18.1 professional advice.
“unverified list” requiring US million traded. DNEX-CG jumped
8.3% last Friday as its underlying The warrants will not be offered
to any US persons.

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Big Oil faces backlash as
era of huge profits returns

o Turnaround and massive earnings come at a time when Blagojevic said in a statement.
consumers are struggling with rising energy bills “BP and Shell are raking in billions from the

A general view of the static display of PARIS: Soaring energy prices have brought most profitable ones, Ajmi said. gas price crisis while enjoying one of the most
aircraft at the Singapore Airshow in massive profits to oil majors – along with fierce The companies also strengthened their cost- favourable tax regimes in the world for offshore
February 2020. There was no airshow in criticism from environmentalists and politicians drillers,” she said.
2021 and this year’s edition will not have at a time when consumers are left with rising cutting policies which started in a previous price
any public days. – REUTERSPIX bills. slump in 2014. “And these are the same companies
responsible for pushing our world closer to
Singapore Airshow US firm ExxonMobil, France’s TotalEnergies, A gradual increase in output by the catastrophic climate change.”
organiser expects and UK giants Shell and BP announced in the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting
sharp fall in past week 2021 profits totalling a whopping Countries (Opec) and its allies has also helped. With a presidential election looming in
visitor numbers US$66.7 billion (RM279.4 billion). It marked a France in April, Green candidate Yannick Jadot
huge turnaround from 2020, when they posted ExxonMobil went from a US$22.4 billion loss spoke out against profits made “on the back of
SINGAPORE: A sharp fall in trade visitors is losses as the pandemic emerged, prompting in 2020 to a US$23 billion profit in 2021. French men and women” while “gas and petrol
expected at the Singapore Airshow this lockdowns that brought the world economy to a bills rise for the benefit of shareholders”.
week compared to the last edition two years grinding halt and caused crude prices to Shell was US$20.1 billion in the green last
ago as Covid-19 continues to hit the collapse. year after a US$21.7 billion loss in 2020. TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanne said
industry, the organiser of Asia’s biggest that if the company paid more to governments,
aerospace industry gathering said But oil and gas prices rallied big time last TotalEnergies went from a historic US$7.2 “it would be at the expense of investments,
yesterday. year, surging to US$70 per barrel after briefly billion loss to a 15-year high profit of US$16 workers or shareholders”.
sinking into negative territory in 2020. billion.
More than 13,000 trade visitors are But in apparent move to fend off criticism,
expected at the biennial show from The main international and US contracts BP’s recovery was not as big, going from TotalEnergies announced this week a discount
tomorrow to Friday, Experia Events rose to seven-year highs in January and now sit US$20.3 billion in the red to US$7.6 billion in the at the pump in rural areas of France along with
managing director Leck Chet Lam told at around US$90. Gas prices, meanwhile, hit green. a €100 (RM477) voucher for people struggling to
reporters, down from nearly 30,000 in 2020 records in Europe. pay their gas bills.
and around 54,000 in 2018. There will be no Prices at the pump and utility bills,
public days this time. “Oil companies benefited from an meanwhile, have gone up for consumers. Oil majors, however, could be in for another
extraordinary alignment of the planets,” said banner year for their bottom lines as analysts
The event has bookended the pandemic, Moez Ajmi, oil industry expert at EY BP said the result would allow it to accelerate forecast prices climbing to US$100 per barrel.
with the 2020 edition disrupted by the virus consultancy. “the greening” of the company.
emerging from China and the latest show “The health crisis appears to be ending, the
coming as the industry attempts to plot a In addition to higher energy prices, energy But the performances at the companies economic recoveries in China, the United States
way out of what became its biggest and firms “cleaned up” their assets to only keep the triggered calls for a windfall tax on the profits of and Europe don’t appear to be flagging, supply
most costly crisis. energy firms in the UK. continues to be limited due to a lack of oil
investments in the past two years and
Leck said more than 70% of the world’s “These profits are a slap in the face to the environmental pressure,” Ajmi said.
top 20 aerospace companies would be at millions of people dreading their next energy
this year’s show, including industry giants bill,” Greenpeace UK’s head of climate Kate “So, yes, the profit rebound of the oil majors
Airbus, Boeing and Lockheed Martin, as the could continue in 2022.” – AFP
industry tries to navigate out of the
pandemic. Saudi Arabia transfers 4% of Aramco shares
worth US$80 billion to sovereign fund
International passenger numbers in Asia
are rising, though from a very low base, as RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has moved 4% of 1% (of Aramco) by one of the world’s leading The exchange
countries relax pandemic-related border Aramco shares worth US$80 billion (RM335 energy companies, and this will be a very board at the
restrictions. Military demand is also picking billion) in the world’s biggest oil exporter to the important deal to boost Aramco’s sales in that Stock Exchange
up as regional economies recover from kingdom’s sovereign wealth fund, authorities country,” the crown prince said at the time. Market (Tadawul)
pandemic-induced slumps and countries said yesterday. bourse in Riyadh
look to bolster their capabilities. Aramco previously sold 1.7% of its shares on displaying
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Saudi bourse in December 2019, generating Aramco shares on
Singapore Economic Development Saudi Arabia’s effective ruler, announced the US$29.4 billion in the world’s biggest initial Dec 12, 2019, the
Board vice president Lim Tse Yong said that move as part of efforts to recalibrate the oil- public offering. It raised US$6 billion in Islamic second day of
major aerospace companies planned to dominated economy. bonds in June last year, so that it could pay their trading.
create more than 1,000 jobs in the country dividends to the new shareholders. Aramco sold 1.7%
over the next two years as the market The transfer is also the latest sign that Saudi of its shares on
rebounds. Arabia wants to open up the oil giant and the Saudi bourse,
“crown jewel” of the Saudi economy. generating
“Some of these jobs will be to replace US$29.4 billion in
existing jobs but a number of these jobs are The “transfer of 4% of Aramco shares to the the world’s
also new ones,” he said, referring to hires in Public Investment Fund (PIF) ... is part of the biggest initial
advanced manufacturing, robotics and data kingdom’s long-term strategy to support the public offering. –
analytics. restructuring of its economy,” the crown prince AFPPIX
was quoted as saying by the state SPA news But Aramco announced US$30.4 billion in
Ahead of the show, Singapore agency. profits for the third quarter of 2021, a massive
Technologies Engineering, Japan’s rise from US$18.8 billion for the same quarter
Sumitomo Corp and Skyports said Crown Prince Mohammed said he wants the the previous year, as oil prices took off again.
yesterday they had formed a consortium to investment fund to have US$1 trillion in assets In December, Aramco said it had signed a
provide unmanned aircraft for ship-to- by the end of 2025. The fund is the centrepiece US$15.5 billion lease agreement for its gas
shore parcel delivery in Singapore. of official moves to end economic reliance on pipeline network with a consortium led by
oil. BlackRock Real Estate of the United States and
During a nine-month pilot programme, Hassana Investment Co, a Saudi-state-backed
the consortium will engage key customers “The shares will bolster the fund’s strong investment management firm. – AFP
for drone deliveries, with the goal of financial position and high credit ratings in the
establishing a delivery network capable of medium term, as the PIF relies on the value of its
carrying parcel payloads of up to 7kg. – assets and the returns on its assets under
Reuters management for its funding strategy,” he said.

The crown prince stressed that the Saudi state
would remain the dominant Aramco shareholder
with a 94% stake. Crown Prince Mohammed is
also head of the PIF sovereign fund.

He said in April last year that Aramco was in
talks to sell a 1% stake to a foreign energy giant.

“There is a discussion on the acquisition of

India files police complaint against ABG Shipyard, alleging fraud

NEW DELHI: India’s federal from the banks two years ago had has filed for bankruptcy resolution. to Punjab National Bank and 12.28 fraud took the form of diversion of
investigation agency has filed a police found instances of fraud in April 2012 According to figures from the billion rupees to Indian Overseas funds, “misappropriation and
complaint against ABG Shipyard Ltd and July 2017. Bank. criminal breach of trust with an
and its promoters accusing it of forensic audit that were included in objective to gain unlawfully at the
defrauding banks of 228.42 billion ABG Shipyard could not be the CBI complaint, the company State Bank of India, where the cost of the bank’s funds”.
Indian rupees (RM12.7 billion). reached for comment and did not owed 70.89 billion rupees to ICICI accounts of ABG Shipyard were
immediately respond to an email. Bank, 36.34 billion rupees to IDBI maintained, had filed the forensic “The money was used for
The report, posted on the Central The shipbuilder, identified by the Bank, 29.25 billion rupees to the State audit in a report to the CBI. purposes other than the purpose for
Bureau of Investigation’s website, central bank as one of India’s “dirty Bank of India, 16.14 billion rupees to which the funds were released by the
said a forensic audit report it received dozen” highly indebted companies, Bank of Baroda, 12.44 bilion rupees That report, included in the CBI Bank”, it said. – Reuters
complaint posted on Sunday, said the

M O N DAY
14 FEBRUARY 2022

█ BY MARIETTA MU

DID you know that you can
‘bake’ pastries and cakes
using your air fryer? If
you’ve never done so
before, we’ve got some recipes that
you can try out.
First, what is an air fryer? An air
fryer is a compact, countertop
appliance that uses convection
heating to circulate air around your
food.
The food is held inside in a
basket and a fan rapidly moves air
around the food, surrounding it in a
similar way to food submerged in
hot oil in a deep fryer.
In the end, it works well to give Frudgy gula Melaka brownie. – PINTEREST Triple-layer Matcha and Hojicha burnt cheesecake. – YOUTUBE

food that crispy, fried texture melaka into very fine pieces
without a lot of additional fat as air resembling brown sugar.
fryers use little to no oil to get the With some ingenuity, 5. In a large bowl, combine sugar,
same effect as traditional deep you can turn your air
fryer into your brand
frying. new oven. – 123RF chopped gula melaka, vanilla extract,
On the other hand, conventional salt, coffee powder, and mix until
ovens work by producing heat from combined.
an element and the heat is slowly 6. Add the eggs into the gula melaka
dispersed through the oven over mixture and whisk with a hand mixer
time. on medium until the mixture
In the case of convection ovens, becomes lighter in colour, fluffy, and
that time is sped up by the use of a double in size.
fan, which is similar to the one in 7. Stream chocolate-butter mixture in
an air fryer. and mix well.
Therefore, if you don’t have an 8. Sift in flour and cocoa powder.
oven at home, you can use an air 9. Fold mixture gently with a whisk
fryer to churn out delicious baked until well combined.
goods too! 10. Pour the mixture in a lined 8.5” x
4.5” loaf pan.
Here are some points to 11. Bake the brownie in the air fryer at
consider if you’re baking with an air 165°C for 15-18 minutes.
fryer instead of an oven: 12. At around 13 minutes, start
checking with a skewer inserted into
1. Reduce the suggested the centre should come out with
temperature by 14°C slightly sticky crumbs attached, and
The formula to convert a regular not completely dry.
recipe from an oven to an air fryer 13. Cool completely before removing
is to reduce the temperature by from loaf pan and sprinkle sea salt on
14°C as an air fryer is more efficient top to serve!
in heating up food, so requires less
heat for the recipe. 0 5-MINUTE ORANGE
2. Reduce the baking time by 20% CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIES
Since the compact interior of an air
fryer makes it faster for hot air to Ingredients: (Makes around 20
reach your food, your food will be Air fry away! cookies)
done in less time. To prevent half again and sift the hojicha powder 200g all-purpose flour
overbaking, reduce the suggested over the top of the batter. 1 tsp baking soda
baking time by approximately 20%. 9. Mix until all the hojicha powder is ½ tsp salt
For example, if the original recipe incorporated, and leave the 160g unsalted butter
suggests baking for 20 minutes, remaining portion plain. 85g granulated sugar
bake for only 16 minutes in the air 10. Pour the matcha batter first, 85g brown sugar
fryer. followed by the hojicha batter, and 2 eggs
3. Check for doneness oHere’s a guide to tweaking recipes for your finally the plain batter into the pan. 1 tsp vanilla essence
periodically 11. Bake the cheesecake in the air Orange zest from 1 orange
Just like how you’d bake with an air fryer when you don’t have an oven fryer at 180°C for 18 to 21 minutes or 250g dark chocolate
oven, use the pause button on your until golden brown. chunks/chocolate chips
air fryer to check for your food’s 12. After cooling, the cake will deflate,
doneness and to ensure even 0 TRIPLE-LAYER MATCHA & 80g sugar and you’re done! (Serve either at Instructions:
cooking. HOJICHA BASQUE BURNT 2 eggs room temperature or chill before 1. In a bowl, mix the flour, baking
CHEESECAKE a pinch of sea salt serving) soda, and salt together.
Do note that these are 1 tsp vanilla extract 2. In another large mixing bowl, whip
guidelines and results might differ Ingredients: 170g whipping cream 0 FUDGY GULA MELAKA butter and granulated and brown
slightly based on individual 250g cream cheese 1 tbsp all-purpose flour BROWNIE sugar until light and fluffy.
recipes. 1 tbsp hojicha powder 3. Add the eggs into the butter
1 tbsp matcha powder Ingredients: mixture and mix well.
100g unsalted butter 4. Add the vanilla essence and orange
Instructions: 100g dark chocolate zest and combine.
1. After softening the cream cheese to 80g granulated sugar 5. Gradually add in the sifted dry
room temperature, whip the cream 120g gula melaka ingredients and fold it in without
cheese and sugar until all the 1 tsp vanilla extract over-mixing.
sugar is dissolved. ¾ tsp salt 6. Add in chocolate and fold in until
2. Add in the eggs, salt, 3 eggs well distributed.
and vanilla extract and ½ tsp coffee powder 7. Chill dough for 30 minutes to
mix well. 45g cocoa powder overnight.
3. Add the whipping 75g all-purpose flour 8. When ready to bake, line the air
cream and mix until fryer with air fryer parchment paper
combined. Instructions: and place 2-tablespoon scoops of
4. Sift the flour evenly 1. In a pan, heat butter over low heat dough for each cookie and space
onto the mixture and while swirling the bottom of the pan. them 1-inch apart.
beat until combined. 2. When you see brown specks at the 9. Bake about 5 minutes until golden
5. Line a 6-inch round pan bottom of the pan and smell a nutty brown and repeat with the remaining
with baking paper. aroma, remove from the pan from dough.
6. Divide the batter into half and heat. 10. You can choose to just use part of
sift the matcha powder over the top of 3. Pour the hot brown butter the dough to make a batch for
the batter. (including the brown specks) over the yourself and keep the rest of the
7. Mix until all the matcha powder is chocolate and mix well with a spatula dough in the fridge and bake them up
Orange chocolate chunk incorporated. until smooth and combined. whenever you crave freshly-baked
cookies. – PLUMCOOKS 8. Divide the remaining batter into 4. Using a sharp knife, chop gula cookies.

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Yoon and Park play teen love interests on the The new clip features a closer look at Black Adam, Aquaman and The Flash. – PEOPLE
series. – NETFLIX
Heroes to the fore
First kiss on All of Us oA new clip highlights upcoming movies (Quintessa Swindell).
Are Dead featuring iconic DC Comics characters After over a decade in development, Black
Adam will be released on July 29. The cast
THE cast of the Netflix series All of Us Are Dead also includes Marwan Kenzari, James Cusati-
have been sharing titbits about what it was like Moyer, Bodhi Sabongui, Mo Amer and Uli
to film the series. NEW footage of DC’s The Batman, Latukefu.
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, sequel. Additionally, the clip flaunts a glimpse of
One of the actors, Yoon Chan Young had to Black Adam and The Flash has been Also starring Amber Heard as Mera and
kiss co-star Park Ji Soo in one pivotal scene. It revealed in a new clip posted to The Flash’s (Ezra Miller) new suit as well as a
was a big moment for their characters, who had Willem Dafoe as Nuidis Vulko, Aquaman and voiceover from Michael Keaton’s Batman.
been gradually falling in love throughout the the Lost Kingdom premieres in theatres on Also starring Sasha Calle, Temuera Morrison,
course of the series, but Yoon shared that it was social media on Saturday. Dec 16. Patrick Wilson, Dolph Lundgren, Michael Shannon and Kiersey Clemons, The
a big moment for him, as well. The clip carries the tagline “The world Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Flash features Ben Affleck as
needs heroes”, and showcases the iconic DC Nicole Kidman will appear in Batman one last time. The
“It was my first kiss,” he said during an Comics superheroes in all their glory. In supporting roles. Scan the QR movie will hit theatres on Nov
interview to promote the show. He also particular, Aquaman and The Flash were The video also provides a ton code to 4.
explained that it wasn’t an easy experience, as watch clip
his lack of experience caused him to almost revealed to be wearing new costumes, while of new footage from Black With four major titles on
mess up the scene. viewers got a better look at Dwayne Johnson Adam, featuring Johnson in deck, 2022 is shaping up to be
as Black Adam. action as the title character. The huge year for DC. The first
“When we started the scene, our lips didn’t While the video teases only a brief look at footage marks the first look at the Justice film releasing on March 4 is the highly
touch,” he recalled. However, it appears that his Jason Momoa standing above a valley and Society of America: Doctor Fate (Pierce anticipated The Batman, starring Robert
clumsiness may have been effective for his sitting on Aquaman’s throne, it serves as the Brosnan), Hawkman (Aldis Hodge), Atom Pattinson as the title hero, as well as Zoë
character, as he said the producers called his first official footage from the long-awaited Smasher (Noah Centineo) and Cyclone Kravitz as Catwoman.
hesitant kissing attempts “cute”.
Robert Pattinson took valium to land Twilight role
The actor is set to star in the first live-action
Barbie movie. – NOWTORONTO ROBERT PATTINSON recently revealed that Pattinson said that valium helped him nail the character of Edward Cullen. – AFP
he took valium before auditioning for his
Simu Liu to join famous Twilight role. auditioned, he recalled that he had a “quite He, of course, landed the iconic role of the
Barbie movie spacey” and “detached attitude”, which he vampire sharing the epic love story with Bella
The Batman star, 35, broke down his most said “must have kind of worked for the Swan, played by Kristen Stewart, whom he
LAST year, Simu Liu proudly showed off an famous characters in an interview with GQ, character.” dated for years.
action figure of his character from the Marvel including of course, Edward Cullen.
blockbuster Shang-Chi and the Ten Rings, and
now it looks like he will get a brand new action He said he was so nervous the day of the
figure for his next role – in the upcoming Barbie audition for the landmark YA vampire
movie. romance film that he took a pill given to him
by his manager to calm his nerves.
The Hollywood Reporter recently revealed
that Liu had signed on to the Warner Bros. live- “I started to develop this absolute terror of
action film based on the popular doll, joining auditions, which I’m sure a lot of actors have,”
Margot Robbie in the titular role, and Ryan he told GQ.
Gosling, who will play Barbie’s beau Ken.
“I could be so enthusiastic about
It is not yet clear who Liu or America Ferrera, something and the the day of the audition my
who also recently joined the ensemble, will confidence would totally collapse.”
portray in the film.
That happened the day he auditioned for
Barbie, which has been in the works since the 2008 film.
2019, is expected to start production in early
2022 at the Warner Bros. Leavesden studio in “I used to live on my agent’s couch in [my
London. It’s slated to hit theatres sometime in manager’s] apartment. She sent me the email
2023. exchange: ‘I’m freaking out. I don’t want to go
to the audition anymore.’ Underneath, it’s
This is just the latest project in line for the [her] saying, ‘Find a valium in my bathroom.’ I
charismatic star, whose fortunes have been on had never taken a valium before,” he said of
the rise since starring as the Marvel superhero. the prescription medicine used to treat
anxiety.
Prior to entering Barbie’s world, Liu will star
in Lionsgate’s canine adventure Arthur the King A desperate Pattinson ended up taking the
opposite Mark Wahlberg. pill, which managed to do the trick.

He said he felt “so glorious” in the back of
the taxi on the way to the audition. When he

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Andrew Garfield The film’s star-studded cast are put through an emotional wringer.
feeling ‘bored’ after
No Way Home reveal Muarnddertragedy story, like any murder mystery.
Though Death on the Nile takes a while to
ANDREW Garfield has said he is “a little bit bored”
now that his Spider-Man: No Way Home role has pick up steam, when the gears start rolling, it
been revealed. really speeds up.

Excitement surrounding No Way Home was When the murder finally occurs,
huge with many fans speculating that the film audiences are thrown right into the guessing
would see Garfield and Tobey Maguire (both of game: Who did it? Why did they do it? What
whom played previous interactions of the was the motive? What will happen next?
superhero) appear alongside Holland thanks to
the MCU’s multiverse. Branagh balances the seamless transition
from one question to the next excellently,
The film’s cast, however, repeatedly denied the and the actors work in tandem with their
rumours and managed to keep the storyline director to deliver his vision of a good
secret until No Way Home was released and the o Death on the Nile is an good actor, and better yet, he is an excellent murder-mystery.
speculation was confirmed. director when it comes to period films or Thrown into the film is also a sense of
early 2022 hit films that capture period film nuances. tragedy, from what occurs throughout the
In a new interview with The Independent, Take for instance, Thor. It’s a superhero film, and the backstory that extends to
Garfield opened up about what it was like having film, yes, but it captures the nuances of “old Poirot’s character.
to keep his role under wraps. age English” period theatrics. Death, in the film, isn’t merely a plot
█ BY MARK MATHEN VICTOR The same can be said for this film. device to move the story along; it carries
The 38-year-old said that he is having “less fun” Though the film is set in Egypt, the narrative weight, and rippling consequences that
now that the film has been released. IN film circles, it is generally understood is largely focused on what happens on the extend beyond merely being a statistic.
that February is the dumping grounds ship that the characters are trapped on. The
“It was much more fun keeping it a secret, to for studios to release their bad or period film aesthetics are like very fine icing Other than some scenes with jarring CGI
be honest. It gave me something to do,” he said. mediocre films so that they can focus on on a good cake. and bad green screen work, there is no
legitimate criticism that can be leveled
“It’s much more fun keeping it a game. When releasing their best films from March Adapted from Agatha Christie’s novel, the towards Death on the Nile, other than maybe
the game’s over, you kind of get a little bit... bored. onwards. So going into Death on the Nile had success of the film’s story depends on the don’t bring children for the movie, as the
When’s the next game gonna start?” me worried, but I was wrong. director’s ability to tell a good “whodunit” film requires a more adult attention span.
The latest film by director Kenneth
The actor said that he has “the worst poker Branagh is very good, especially as a
face”, admitting that he almost gave the game mystery-thriller. I would even go so far to say
away during appearances on chat shows that if you’re going to watch any film this
including The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. month in cinemas, it should be Death on the
Nile.
Garfield previously played Peter Parker A sequel to Branagh’s previous Murder on
opposite Emma Stone’s Gwen Stacy in 2012’s The the Orient Express, this film brings back the
Amazing Spider-Man and 2014’s The Amazing eccentric Hercule Poirot (played by Branagh
Spider-Man 2. again), as the world-renowned detective is
tasked yet again with solving a murder that
Asked whether reprising the role gave him occurs on the S.S. Karnak.
closure, the Tick, Tick… Boom! star replied that For the film, Branagh features an
“the pressure this time was on Tom [Holland]”. ensemble cast to star alongside him, such as
Gal Gadot, Armie Hammer, and Letitia
Garfield praised Holland’s performance as the Wright, to name a few, and none of the
superhero, stating that the 25-year-old is “made actors fall short.
for that part”.

“And for me and Tobey [Maguire], we got to
come in and have fun and be of service to Tom. So
actually, it was very light this time around,” he
said.

The actor went on to say
that it was a “deep
experience because
it was like three
Spider-Men, three
Peter Parkers,
finding each other
across dimensions
and realising that
even though they’ve
been feeling
incredibly alone in their
very unique experiences
that they actually never
have been alone”.

He continued: “That’s
really profound, actually.
That’s cosmically,
existentially beautiful. There’s
a spiritual component, which I
find really beautiful.” – The
Independent

All of them have amazing
chemistry with each other, and
everyone carries their roles
with an impeccable sense
of duty to perform to the
best of the capabilities.
Branagh is a very Branagh continues to be a joy to watch, as an actor and director.

Star-studded cast for Disney+ The cast of the
‘American Born Chinese’ series upcoming American
THE cast for the upcoming Disney+ after meeting a new foreign exchange Born Chinese series ...
Hotstar original series American Born student named Wei-Chen, played by (top row, from left)
Chinese has finally been announced, newcomer Jimi Liu. The high schoolers get Michelle Yeoh, Ben
revealing some big names attached to the caught in the middle of a war between the Wang, Yeoh Yann
highly-anticipated project. gods of Chinese mythology. Yann, Chin Han,
(bottom row, from
Malaysian actresses Michelle Yeoh and Michelle Yeoh is set to play the role of left) Daniel Wu, Ke
Yeoh Yann Yann will be starring alongside Wei-Chen’s aunt Guanyin, while Yann Huy Quan, Jimi Liu
Daniel Wu, Chin Han, Ke Huy Quan and Yann will play Jin’s mum, Christine Wang. and Sydney Taylor. –
rising star Ben Wang. American Born Meanwhile, Wu is set to play legendary DISNEY
Chinese is an adaptation of Gene Luen Sun Wukong, from the Chinese epic
Yang’s award-winning graphic novel of the Journey to the West. Rounding up the cast is
same name. Sydney Taylor, who plays Amelia, Jin’s
classmate and crush.
The upcoming action-comedy series
follows ordinary teenager Jin, played by Daniel Destin Cretton, who helmed the
Wang, who is struggling to carve out blockbuster hit Shang-Chi and the Ten
exactly who he’s supposed to be socially Rings, is set to direct the series, which
and culturally. His life suddenly changes begins production this month.

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THOUSANDS of mansions in
a remote corner of India once
housed some of the nation’s
wealthiest bankers and
traders but a century later most of
them lie abandoned, their desolate
remains a mute testament to lost
riches.
The tycoons of Chettinad, near the
country’s southern tip, made their
fortunes trading precious gems and
spices across sprawling business
empires that stretched as far as
Malaysia and Singapore during the
era of British colonial rule.
Much of their wealth was
channelled into the construction of
resplendent homes, embellished
with stucco figurines, colourful glass
windows and cornices.
Historians say they sourced
chandeliers from Venice, giant
mahogany-framed mirrors from
Belgium and glazed ceramic tiles
with intricate patterns from
Birmingham.
“At that time there was a
competition between the Chettiars
themselves to create the most
beautiful building – more beautiful
than the brother, the cousin,
whatever,” Bernard Dragon, a French
architect working in the region, told
AFP.
But time has not been kind to the
nearly 11,000 palatial homes built
across the region and many now
appear dilapidated and overgrown A court hall of the Chettinadu Mansion is seen in Kanadukathan town. – AFP
with vegetation, their current owners
either unable to pay for upkeep or Steeinpehdistory
mired in property disputes.
“We worry about the state of
conservation,” said Dragon, who has
worked to restore one property in the
area to its former glory for service as a
boutique hotel.
“In some villages, the owners are
more present and more committed.
(But) in some of the villages, you
enter ... and you realise nobody is
taking care of the properties.”
Chettinad’s residents belonged to o India’s Chettinad landholdings, in a commercial
a caste of Tamil merchants, and the mansions a testament partnership with British traders
location was an ideal staging post for to past glory seeking markets and financing for
a maritime merchant empire. trade in tea, coffee and rubber.
Its residents were able to leverage
their networks into sprawling But after World War II their
banking operations and holdings were thrown into disarray,
as independence movements gained
ground regionally and socialist- A courtyard of the Saratha Vilas Chettinad mansion. – AFP
inspired economic policies at home
clamped down on moneylending and
foreign trade.

Many families, forced to tighten
their belts or seek other
opportunities, moved to the nearby
city of Chennai, leaving their homes
in the custody of caretakers or simply
abandoning them.

People ride a motorcycle past the Kanadukathan Palace in Kanadukathan town. – Expecting a revival
AFP Today the dozens of villages that
make up Chettinad region are far
from the beating heart of commercial
life in southern India, while Chennai
has become an important hub for
finance and the automotive industry.

With the nearest airport more than

A bedroom is seen at Saratha Vilas Chettinad mansion. – AFP

two hours away and the mansions – The Chettinadu Mansion, spread
some with up to 100 rooms – needing over 40,000 square feet (3,700 square
staggering sums for upkeep, there is metres), has been renovated into a
little appetite for local real estate. heritage resort and has been featured
as a backdrop for Bollywood movies.
But emotional attachments from Other properties have largely
the descendants of earlier retained their gleaming marble
inhabitants and passionate architects floors, crystal chandeliers and carved
extolling the supreme craftsmanship mirrors while adding modern
of the homes have helped fuel some amenities catering for wealthy
efforts to preserve these marvels. sightseers attracted to the area’s
faded grandeur.
“The new generation is earning a “These homes need to be restored
lot of money and they are interested for our future generations to see how
in these properties,“ said A. people used to live here,” tourist
Chandramouli, the elderly proprietor Malini Bharathy told AFP, in between
of the Chettinadu Mansion. snapping selfies from one of the sun-
drenched balconies of
“I expect a revival shortly,“ he Chandramouli’s property.
added, sat on an antique chair in a “I want my son (and) my son’s son
tiled courtyard awash with afternoon to come here and enjoy this, and
An aerial view shows mansions in Kanadukathan town in India’s Tamil Nadu state. – AFP sunlight. relish this.” – AFP

“They want to preserve this
unique heritage for future
generations.”

White symbolises yBolriueferathihnoitmnoge LIFESTYLE
purity and freshness.
– PINTEREST 19theSun LYFE ON MONDAY | FEBRUARY 14, 2022

A pink room will spark
romance and happiness in
your relationship – PINTEREST

o Create a more productive and
inviting space with these colours!

Light grey creates a █ BY MARINA MUHTAR Have some fun with orange! – PINTEREST
soothing atmosphere. Purple makes the perfect colour for accent walls. – PINTEREST
– PINTEREST THERE is one aspect of interior design that many tend
Paint your walls to overlook – colours. Colours have always been an
sky blue for a important factor when decorating a home. Whether
peaceful sleep! you’re painting your walls with your favourite colour,
– PINTEREST or the colours recommended by your interior designer, your
selection of colours can either make or break your space.

The science behind choosing and incorporating the right
colours will create a better flow in your house and it allows
you to walk from one room to another room seamlessly.
Colour is frequently linked to one’s emotions and it has a
profound influence on your mental state. Thus, choosing the
right colours can help you create the perfect home.

In order to create the perfect space, there are a variety of
warm and cool tones that you can choose from in order to
breathe life into your home. For instance, warm tones evoke
playfulness whereas cool tones evoke calmness.

However, it is crucial to identify the function of each of
your rooms before filling your space with all these beautiful
shades. Here’s a guideline of colours to get you inspired!
White
White has always been the go-to colour for many, as it
represents purity and freshness. Furthermore, white goes
well with any colour! Whether you’re looking to purchase
neon-coloured sofas, cushions or curtains, the colour white
will complement most other tones. However, always
remember to keep your white walls clean to avoid your room
looking dull.
Light Grey
Picking a pale grey colour for your wall will match the rest of
your room and add more depth, especially if you’re aiming
for a modern and minimalistic look. When matched with the
right elements, it can create a relaxing atmosphere. However,
if you’re feeling anxious about your room looking dull, you
can always add patterned rugs, pillows, bedsheets and
colourful abstract paintings. Besides that, you can also
incorporate warm coloured furniture to balance it out!
Sky Blue
If you’re always working overtime and would love to come
home to a stress-free environment, painting your walls sky
blue is the way to go. The reason being is this calming colour
promotes productivity, happiness, a sense of freedom and
has an astringent effect on people. Besides that, other soft
and neutral shades of blue have the ability to slow down your
heart rate, decrease blood pressure and anxiety. Thus, a
gorgeous sky blue bedroom is the perfect setting for you to
get a good night sleep and release stress. In addition, it’ll
make your room look bigger since light walls tend to be more
reflective and it amplifies the natural lighting.
Pink
Besides sky blue, pink evokes peace and serenity as well.
Unbeknownst to many, the colour pink brings good Feng
Shui, and it is linked with the Partnership and Love spaces in
the Bagua map, which helps activate the energy of romantic
relationships. Since pink is considered a less intense version
of red, integrating this shade into any room or furniture will
not be an issue!
Orange
Now, if you’re a risk-taker, paint your walls orange! This tone
is suitable for those who are looking to create a fun and
playful environment, especially if you’re a gamer or if you
have children. This bright colour will certainly add more life
to your room. Besides the gaming room, your kitchen can be
painted orange as well! You can always opt for orange-
coloured kitchen cabinets and islands instead if you don’t
feel like painting your walls with the vivid colour. Pairing
orange elements and cool tones in the kitchen will provide
you with a more cheerful atmosphere.
Purple
Purple often signifies wisdom, bravery and spiritualism. If
you’re aiming for a luxurious look in your room, purple is the
ideal colour. Shades of purple can help you feel energized in
the morning. If you pair it with pale lavender, it’ll create a
light and luxurious room. When done right, it can be a
distinctive colour in your home. Moreover, painting your
accent walls purple can actually change the whole feel of
your home. Lastly, the best part about painting your room
purple is it suits any décor style!

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What is Web 3.0?

o What the problem is with
the Internet we are currently
using, and what benefits Web
3.0 will provide

█ BY MARIETTA MU authority. Meanwhile, in Web 3.0, applications host and provide access to their application on (DApps), enabling anonymous and secure
run on decentralised networks of many peer-to- the web, but with Web 3.0, instead of going to instant payments (even internationally) without
THINK about how much the Web has peer (P2P) servers and use a Distributed Ledger Amazon, that money goes directly to network the user having to hand over personal data.
changed society, and how much it has Technology known as Blockchain, which is participants.
impacted our day-to-day life. Given the essentially a decentralised database. There are also projects in the works to apply
dramatic impact the Internet has had In Web 2.0, companies might pay YouTube the same principle to identity on the web.
on our world, it only makes sense that we This way, users can host one of these P2P or Facebook to show their advertisements in a Rather than requiring an email and password to
should be curious about the direction the Web servers or nodes, or create, govern, improve and feed of targeted users, while in Web 3.0, this log in, users will be able to tie their identity to a
is heading next. otherwise contribute to the network and be payment goes directly back to the participants. wallet address in a way that is seamlessly
rewarded with cryptocurrency tokens. This In other words, you could earn revenue from transferable across apps with OAuth (Open
To understand this, we need to understand allows users to be owners with a vested interest the ads you watch online. Authentication). This is an open-standard
the evolution of the web: What it used to be like, in the web and can stand to directly benefit from authorisation protocol or framework that
and how it got to where it is today. its success. Besides that, Web 3.0 also introduces the provides applications the ability for “secure
opportunity for native payments through designated access.”
The history of the Web In Web 2.0, a developer might pay a cloud cryptocurrency tokens. It’s easy to integrate
service provider like Amazon Web Services to software wallets into decentralised applications Tokenisation
The evolution of the web is often separated into
three stages: Web 1.0, Web 2.0, and Web 3.0. Additionally, tokenisation allows for anyone to
participate in building or investing in the
Web 1.0 is characterised by one-way software they use from the beginning.
communication, which allowed users to only
consume content, while the creators were Many Web 2.0 software companies sell off
typically developers who built the websites. percentages of their software company in
Websites were mostly static pages served up as exchange for venture capital in order to become
text or images, and the Internet was set up this successful, which binds them to the interests of
way from about 1991 to 2004. their wealthy shareholders as they grow.

Sites didn’t allow much interactivity, and the A Web 3.0 project might instead announce a
web was basically a read-only web. token release with a percentage set aside for the
early builders and a percentage for sale to the
Web 2.0 refers to the current iteration of the public. People who believe in the project can
modern web most of us are experiencing today, buy-in and even use their tokens to vote on
which allows web users as creators of content. It changes to the project. Because all data
is interactive and social and you don’t have to recorded on the blockchain is immutable and
be a developer to make content for the web. transparent, everyone will be able to see exactly
what happens with the funds.
The problem
So when is Web 3.0 going to be
As companies like Google, Facebook, and implemented? Well, it’s already happening right
Twitter began to develop Web 2.0 software to now. The internet is going through another
facilitate interactions between web users, they paradigm shift at this very moment, so that’s
saw an opportunity to monetise their user bases why it’s important to keep an eye on what’s
through advertisements in the sale of personal going on with Web 3.0 projects if we want to stay
data. on top of where the Web is going in the future.

Thus, data collection and targeted
advertising have become a core part of the Web
2.0 experience and how it’s engineered to
function. However, frustration among the
general public toward some of these big tech
companies has been increasing as information
has come out about the exploitation of the user
data they’ve been collecting.

The solution: decentralisation

So that is where Web 3.0 comes in. You could
think of Web 3.0 in terms of web users as
owners, because the most fundamental
difference between Web 2.0 and Web 3.0 is
decentralisation.

In Web 2.0, developers build applications
that run on a single server where the data is
owned and the app is operated by one central

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REAL MADRID were held to a goalless No joy for Real months since, although he has played four times
draw at Villarreal yesterday despite the Bale returns but Villarreal keep Ancelotti’s Madrid at bay for Wales.
return from a lengthy injury absence of
Gareth Bale. eventually to relentless pressure from the hosts. lacked effectiveness. “He had a serious injury,” said Ancelotti. “The
The La Liga leaders’ slip-up will give renewed Real also struggled in their first half before The draw moves Unai Emery’s Villarreal up to important thing is that today he had a chance, and
hope to title rivals Sevilla after their 2-0 win over he showed that he is with us and that he is
Elche on Friday. creating chances after the break but could not find fifth, only two points behind Barcelona in the committed.”
the net. fourth and final Champions League spot.
Carlo Ancelotti’s Real moved four points clear “Bale played well. He could have scored. He
of second-placed Sevilla at the top as they look to They have scored just once in their last three Real Madrid will now turn their focus to was dangerous up front. Everything I told him to
regain the crown they lost to Atletico Madrid last games. Wednesday’s Champions League last-16 first leg do, he did well.”
season. at Paris Saint-Germain.
“With a little more accuracy and luck, we could Bale looked dangerous in patches, with one
Real top La Liga on 54 with Sevilla on 50 and have scored. We had three close calls with the Bale was surprisingly named in the starting second half shot tipped onto the crossbar by home
Real Betis are third way back on 40 points. goalkeeper, hit the crossbar twice,” said Ancelotti. line-up for his first appearance for Real Madrid goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli, before being replaced
since August. by Luka Jovic with 15 minutes remaining.
Struggling champions Atletico Madrid edged “I’m worried about the team when we don’t
Getafe 4-3 in the late match to climb to fourth on look for a chance to score, we looked for it. We He has suffered from various injuries in the Ancelotti said he had not thought about
39 points but trail Real by a distant 15 points. whether Bale might sart against PSG.
Real Madrid’s Gareth
Angel Correa scored twice and Matheus Bale (centre) in action “I don’t know. We have to wait and see what
Cunha was also on the mark before Mario will happen in the next few hours, because we can
Hermoso volleyed Atletico’s winner on 89 with Villarreal’s get everyone back,” said the coach.
minutes. Geronimo Rulli (right)
and Raul Albiol during Real dominated possession in the second
Getafe led briefly in the first-half after rallying period, with Rulli also saving from Toni Kroos.
from 2-0 down with goals from Borja Mayoral and the La Liga match
two penalties from Enes Unal, but bowed yesterday. “In the first half the team was a little unwilling,
a little uncommitted. It changed in the second
5418/2022 13/02/2022 (SUN) – REUTERSPIX half. We had more opportunities to played more
directly,” said Ancelotti.

“In the first half, the team defended too deep
and we were not aggressive in individual battles.
In the second half, it was completely different. We
saw a much more aggressive team without the
ball. This was the key.” – AFP

5167 DrawDate:13/02/22(Sun) DrawNo:5365/22 Venue: PERAK TURF CLUB
2374
7115

2248 4796 3089 4994 0786
5014 2610 6081 7848
3033 5932 1298 5465 7545
5336 2841 8705 9540
0564 1233 9293 7824 2971

5167 2374 3,463,436.92 7387 + 5180 5697 + 2584
5167 7115 2374 5167 9764 + 9027 8311 + 8773
2374 7115 7115 5167 8144 + 2096 7923 + 1757
7115 2374 1205 + 4266 6229 + 9548
132,096.36 8124 + 8823 4066 + 8798

RM18,445,213.40

5167 Bayern slump to shock defeat 0786 + 7545 7545 + 0786
0786 + 2971 2971 + 0786
2374 7545 + 2971 2971 + 7545
7115
TIGER BAYERN MUNICH midfielder Joshua Bayern had not lost to Bochum since RM243,710.90
Kimmich said his side need to question 2004 ahead of this game, and beat them
their mentality after they slumped to a 7-0 when the two teams last met in 450 786 + GOAT RM1,453,333.30
shock 4-2 loss at Bundesliga minnows September.
08297 Bochum ahead of Wednesday’s 837 545 + SNAKE RM2,995,381.20
8297 Champions League clash with Red Bull When Robert Lewandowski bundled
45894 297 Salzburg. in the opener for Bayern on nine 502 971 + HORSE RM1,010,000.00
20206 97 minutes, it seemed it would be a normal
Bayern conceded four goals in the afternoon for the perennial champions.
134805 first half for the first time in a Bundesliga 777 387 655 180 645 697 322 584
match since 1975 as promoted Bochum But Bochum equalised quickly 759 764 209 027 238 311 968 773
13480 34805 rampaged to victory, leaving the through Christopher Antwi-Adjei, before 538 144 582 096 107 923 681 757
1348 4805 perennial champions stunned. taking control in a frenzied 10 minutes 951 205 104 266 736 229 989 548
134 805 before the break with goals from 748 124 028 823 064 066 308 798
13 05 “This was our worst performance of Juergen Locadia, Cristian Gamboa and
the season. We need to ask ourselves Gerrit Holtmann.
whether this is the mentality which
Bayern Munich embodies,” a dejected “My first Bundesliga goal, and it
Kimmich told Sky. comes against Bayern. It’s like a dream!”
Gamboa told Sky.
“Luckily it’s happened in a Bundesliga
match this time, but we have a Lewandowski pulled a goal back in
Champions League game on the second half, but it was too little for
Wednesday,” he added. Bayern to avoid a fourth league defeat
of the season. – AFP

18 19 21 29 35 53 Inter leave door open after draw 786 545 971
53,816,494.02
INTER MILAN maintained their one- “We managed to extinguish their RM609,631.20
12 13 34 43 45 55 point lead at the top of Serie A yesterday enthusiasm and in the end there’s a bit of 786 + 545 + 971 545 + 971 + 786
9,815,338.33 with a 1-1 draw at title rivals Napoli regret because we had more than them 786 + 971 + 545 971 + 786 + 545
which gives AC Milan the chance to take left in the tank,” said Massimiliano Farris, 545 + 786 + 971 971 + 545 + 786
20 23 27 35 47 49 10 the summit. who coached Inter with Inzaghi
7,264,783.78 suspended and in the stands. HSSB 1+3DJ1 RM15.2M ,1+3DJ2
235,729.48 Edin Dzeko’s powerful 47th-minute RM1.1M&3DJ RM745K won on
equaliser in a pulsating match was “The penalty could have sent the
Toto 4D Jackpot 2 enough for Simone Inzaghi’s team to match their way, but after the break we 12/2/22
earn a point in Naples, after Lorenzo showed what a good side we are.”
RM131,663 Insigne had overtaken Diego Maradona
Toto 4D Jackpot 2 (i-System) in Napoli’s all-time goal charts with an Yesterday’ss exciting match showed
RM2,320 early penalty which took his club tally to why Italy’s three-way title race could go
116, some way behind top scorer Dries down to the wire, with Luciano Spalletti’s
won on 12/02/2022 ! Mertens. side unlucky not to be further ahead
before Dzeko struck.
Inter were good value for their point
after initially being battered, but have left “It was a very good performance, we
the door open for Milan, who are two had so many chances to get a second
points behind Inter in third but with a goal, but we didn’t take those
game in hand. opportunities and were unable to
maintain our control,” said Spalletti. – AFP

PLAY WELL, score first, play less well, 23theSUN ON MONDAY | FEBRUARY 14, 2022
concede. Manchester United’s third 1-1 * SPORTS
draw in nine days followed the same
pattern as the previous two, only with one Theatre of boos Rangnickexplainsdisappointing
significant difference: the sound of booing at the observations after Southampton draw
sound of the final whistle.
Jadon Sancho – finding a breakthrough, but as Rangnick did, however, hail Sancho for his focused on the next game.
Old Trafford was not amused and had no night follows day, United failed to maintain the performance. “It is the second time the beginning of second
reason to be after seeing Southampton come same intensity leading up to Che Adams’s
away with a well-deserved point, as many of the equaliser, then could not pick themselves up off “This is the Jadon Sancho I know from the half has not been good enough and we concede a
same problems that have plagued Ralf Rangnick’s the canvas in search of a winner. Bundesliga and the way he is playing at the goal. We had good opportunities in the first half.
side of late played out once more. moment is the best Jadon Sancho we have seen
Rangnickadmitted he was unhappy with how for the club,” he added. “We never give up and we have to fight until
There was the bright start that supporters have United were unable to see out the game once the end.”
come to expect, with their best player on the day – again. United star Raphael Varane also spoke out and
insisted they will regroup and go again with the Luke Shaw, too, lamented United’s failure to
RESULTS & STANDINGS “We lost a bit of composure, took the wrong matches coming thick and fast. take their chances.
decisions and this is where we have to get better,”
CLUB WORLD CUP (Final): Chelsea 2 he said. “We are disappointed about the result, it is not “History is repeating itself again,” said Shaw.
(Lukaku 54, Havertz 117-pen) Palmeiras 1 enough for us,” said the France international. We started really well the first 20 minutes, got the
(Veiga 64-pen) aet. “Whenever we prepared the team, we have goal and it just happened again. We know it’s not
had an excellent first half hour like today but have “We have to keep pushing. In last three or four good enough and it needs to change quickly.
to do it for longer.” games we have played much better but the result
is not enough for us. We have to fight and be “If we take our chances early in the game it’s a
different story. We know we need to get better. We
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester can’t over-think it.
United 1 (Sancho 21) Southampton 1
(Adams 48), Brentford 0 Crystal Palace 0, “We want to get in the Champions League and
Everton 3 (Coleman 10, Keane 23, Gordon 78) it’s not good enough and there’s no way we will
Leeds 0, Watford 0 Brighton 2 (Maupay 44, get in Champions League if we keep dropping
Webster 82), Norwich 0 Manchester City 4 points.
(Sterling 31, 70, 90, Foden 48).
P W D L F A Pts “The most important thing at the moment is
Man City 25 20 3 2 61 14 63 results. It’s about picking up the points and we
Liverpool 23 15 6 2 60 19 51 need to be climbing the table.” – The
Independent/Express Newspapers

Chelsea 24 13 8 3 48 18 47
West Ham 24 12 4 8 42 31 40
Man Utd 24 11 7 6 38 32 40
Arsenal 22 12 3 7 34 25 39 Everton’s Michael
Tottenham 21 11 3 7 28 27 36 Keane (centre)
Wolves 22 10 4 8 19 17 34 celebrates scoring
Brighton 23 7 12 4 25 23 33 their second goal
Southampton 24 6 11 7 30 37 29 against Leeds United
Aston Villa 22 8 3 11 31 35 27 during the English
Crystal Palace 24 5 11 8 32 35 26 Premier League
Leicester 21 7 5 9 34 39 26 match at Goodison
Brentford 25 6 6 13 26 40 24 Park yesterday.
Leeds 23 5 8 10 27 46 23 – REUTERSPIX
Everton 22 6 4 12 28 38 22
Newcastle 22 3 9 10 24 44 18
Norwich 24 4 5 15 14 50 17
Watford 23 4 3 16 23 43 15 Lampard ‘absolutely delighted’
Burnley 20 1 11 8 17 28 14 with Toffees revival

CHAMPIONSHIP: Huddersfield 0 Sheffield
Utd 0, Barnsley 1 QPR 0, Birmingham 3
Luton 0, Blackpool 1 Bournemouth 2, Hull 0
Fulham 1, Middlesbrough 4 Derby 1,
Millwall 2 Cardiff 1, Nottingham Forest 2 FRANK LAMPARD declared himself quality, but we didn’t allow them anything
Stoke 2, Peterborough 0 Preston 1, Reading “absolutely delighted” while also stressing that today.
2 Coventry 3. “it’s only a start” after Everton recorded their
TOP 5 P W D L F A Pts first Premier League win under him by beating “I know they hit the bar from distance, but
Fulham 30 19 7 4 78 26 64 Leeds 3-0 at Goodison Park. in terms of our effort, our work rate, the nature
Bournemouth 30 17 7 6 49 26 58 of the team, how we wanted to play, how
Blackburn 31 15 8 8 45 33 53 The Toffees went 2-0 up in the first half compact we were, some of the quality play,
QPR 30 15 7 8 46 34 52 thanks to headers from Seamus Coleman and opportunities created, we created so many
Huddersfield 32 13 11 8 40 34 50 fellow defender Michael Keane in the 10th and good opportunities in the game – I’m really
23rd minutes respectively. happy.
LA LIGA: Cadiz 0 Celta Vigo 0, Villarreal 0
Real Madrid 0, Rayo Vallecano 0 Osasuna Rodrigo struck the hosts’ bar in between “I’ve been here two weeks, it’s only a start,
3 (Moncayalo 8, Garcia 40, Kike 90+3), Atletico and did so again late in the first half, before that’s for sure and I won’t get overexcited. But I
Madrid 4 (Correa 19, 45+4, Cunha 27, Richarlison’s 78th-minute shot went in off can enjoy it. Seeing my team play like that was
Hermoso 89) Getafe 3 (Mayoral 30, Unal 37- Anthony Gordon to wrap up the victory for everything we wanted.”
pen, 42-pen). Lampard’s men, who moved five points clear
TOP 5 P W D L F A Pts of the relegation zone. Leeds manager Marcelo Bielsa described
Real Madrid 24 16 6 2 48 20 54 the result as “fair” and said he had made a
Sevilla 24 14 8 2 36 16 50 Lampard – who saw his side open his mistake with regard to how he deployed
Real Betis 23 12 4 7 41 27 40 tenure with a 4-1 FA Cup win Brentford last midfielder Mateusz Klich.
Atletico 23 11 6 6 42 33 39 Saturday, only to lose 3-1 at Newcastle in the
Barcelona 22 10 8 4 36 25 38 League three days later – said: “I’m absolutely “That was an error on my part,” the
delighted. Argentinian said.
SERIE A: Inter Milan 1 (Insigne 7-pen)
Napoli 1 (Dzeko 47), Lazio 3 (Immobile 13- “From minute one, right through the game, “I put Mateusz Klich in front of our three
pen, Zaccagni 53, 63) Bologna 0, Torino 1 against a really good team… Leeds are a centrebacks and he couldn’t do what he does
fantastic team, we saw it against Aston Villa in best, which is make runs in attack.
the week (a 3-3 draw), they never stop, great
“I assigned a task to him that was going to
be difficult for him to do.”– The Independent

(Brekalo 5) Venezia 2 (Haps 38, Crnigoj 46). Hodgson admits Watford ‘not good enough’
TOP 5 P W D L F A Pts
Inter Milan 24 16 6 2 55 20 54
Napoli 25 16 5 4 46 17 53
AC Milan 24 16 4 4 49 26 52 ROY HODGSON admitted Watford were not “And then, because we concede that that
Juventus 24 13 6 5 36 21 45 good enough to win after they fell to a 2-0 goal just before halftime, we felt the need to
Atalanta 23 12 7 4 45 28 43 home defeat to Brighton. pile some attackers onto the field in order to
try and get a goal back, which almost worked
BUNDESLIGA: Eintracht Frankfurt 0 VfL Neal Maupay and Adam Webster were on for us with (Emmanuel) Dennis’ shot against
Wolfsburg 2, Borussia Moenchengladbach 3 target for the Seagulls, who extended their the crossbar.
Augsburg 2, Freiburg 1 Mainz 1, VfL Premier League unbeaten run which stretches
Bochum 4 Bayern Munich 2, Greuther back to Dec 15. “But it also led to some counter-attacking
Fuerth 2 Hertha Berlin 1, Bayer Leverkusen opportunities for Brighton which they were
4 VfB Stuttgart 2. Watford have now yet to score in the three able to take and put the game beyond our
TOP 5 P W D L F A Pts matches since the former England manager reach with about 10 minutes to go.”
B. Munich 22 17 1 4 70 25 52 took the helm and have just one point to show
Dortmund 21 14 1 6 54 36 43 for it. Brighton manager Graham Potter praised
Leverkusen 22 12 5 5 58 36 41 his side’s victory as they put in another
RB Leipzig 22 10 4 8 43 27 34 “My thoughts are that we weren’t good consistent performance.
Freiburg 22 9 7 6 34 25 34 enough to win it,” Hodgson said.
“My reaction is a really, really good
FRENCH LIGUE 1: Montpellier 0 Lille 1, Lyon “I thought our first half performance was performance and a really good result,” he said.
2 Nice 0. much worse than I was expecting it to be.
TOP 5 P W D L F A Pts Having analysed the last two games, we’ve “I thought we played a really good game, I
Paris SG 24 18 5 1 52 19 59 seen the players in training, we had high thought we reacted well throughout the
Marseille 23 12 7 4 36 20 43 hopes. game, good reactions when we lost the ball,
Nice 24 13 4 7 36 21 42 good patience when we had the ball, tried to
Strasbourg 23 11 5 7 45 29 38 “But certainly in the first half, we did a lot to attack.
Rennes 24 11 4 9 43 22 37 dash those hopes ourselves. I thought the
second half, we did start more brightly. “It’s not easy against Roy’s teams because
they defend well. You’ve got to be patient and
“I thought we did show a bit more wait for the opportunity to attack and we did
confidence and play the sort of football that well.”The Independent
I’ve been expecting to see the team play.

MONDAY • FEBRUARY 14, 2022 QUOTE OF THE DAY

We are disappointed about the result, it
is not enough for us,… It is the second
time the beginning of second half has not been
good enough and we concede a goal. We had good
opportunities in the first half. We never give up and
we have to fight until the end.”

Man United defender Raphael Varane

City boss hails ‘excellent’ Sterling after hattrick sinks Norwich

MANCHESTER CITY boss Pep Guardiola hailed to score for confidence for the next games. The Guardiola felt his side were never in danger of “We can’t legislate for mistakes, they happen.
“excellent” Raheem Sterling after the forward hit a second goal was a good cross, Ruben (Dias) was being pegged back. We stayed in the game and had a couple of
perfect hattrick in a comfortable win at Norwich. brilliant and was there but in general he (Sterling) chances ourselves.
was active and made good touches. “We are going to expect to have difficulties in
The visitors secured a 4-0 victory at Carrow the Premier League. We arrived here in the best “The moments were few and far between
Road, Sterling opening the scoring with a fine “He had a fantastic game, especially after the form of Norwich,” he added. against a team that control possession really well
finish before heading in after Phil Foden had goal he was confident and more aggressive, but the second goal probably killed the game for
doubled the lead early in the second half. direct and scored a fantastic goal. “They had one or two chances but before that me, it flattened the atmosphere.
we have two or three chances to get a clear
He completed his hattrick in the last minute, “He has been an incredibly important player in advantage. “It was just a poor goal to concede and a poor
tapping in the rebound after he saw a penalty all these seasons, with all the goals and assists time to concede it as well. We felt at 1-0 we
saved by Norwich goalkeeper Angus Gunn. and when he has confidence he’s a really, really “It helped us by scoring the second so early, it would get more opportunities in the second half
important player.” helped us control the game. I was very pleased and you have to stay in these games as long as
The win sees City open up a 12-point lead at with the performance of all the team, the you can.”
the Premier League summit, having played two There were warning signs for the home side in togetherness has shown again, this is important
more games than closest challengers Liverpool. the opening five minutes as Foden scored at the but of course they could have scored a goal but Smith also bemoaned the decision to award
third time of asking only to be flagged offside in general we had many more chances than City a “pathetic” penalty in the closing stages as
Guardiola was full of praise for Sterling, who before Bernardo Silva’s strike came back off the them.” substitute James McAtee went down in the box.
has now scored eight goals in his last eight inside of the post and into the grasp of Angus
appearances against the Canaries. Gunn, who then held a Ilkay Gundogan header as While Sterling collected the match ball, it was “It is never a penalty, and I told Andre
City looked to strike early. Foden’s effort just two minutes after the interval (Marriner) afterwards it was a pathetic decision.
“For his confidence it will be massive, the first that Norwich boss Dean Smith singled out.
goal is brilliant, when Raheem executes without Norwich rarely threatened but did hit the post “That has never been a penalty, it does not
thinking he is excellent,” he said. through captain Grant Hanley, although “A tough night, I’m frustrated with the manner seem to bother the officials to give penalties at 3-
of the goals we conceded,” he said. 0.” – The Independent
“I am so happy for him because strikers need

Sublime Blues Chelsea’s Cesar
Azpilicueta (centre)
Tuchel revels in Chelsea’s Club World Cup
victory and dedicates win to Abramovich lifts the trophy as
teammates celebrate

winning the Club
World Cup at the
Mohammed Bin
Zayed Stadium in Abu
Dhabi, UAE yesterday.

– REUTERSPIX

█ NICK PUREWAL “So it was the second-to-last chance to make not like I’m constantly talking to them, it’s more honour as the duo embraced on the field after
it, the last one would have been to arrive today in or less every 10 or 15 minutes. the final whistle.
THOMAS TUCHEL has revealed he only the morning. So I’m happy that we made it.
beat his Covid isolation at the “second- “It’s very strange. Coaching is also about “It is for him, there is no doubt that it is for
to-last chance” to coach Chelsea to their “I was several times on my way to the airport feeling, on the touchline, so I also needed the him,” said Tuchel, of Abramovich.
maiden Club World Cup title in person. and several times on my way back while I was input from the guys on the sideline. It’s not
The Blues’ German boss admitted he cut a driving called back because my test was not possible to coach only from the office.” “We met quickly on the pitch after the final,
frustrated figure trying to coach Chelsea’s FA negative. he said ‘congratulations’ and I said
Cup fourth-round win over Plymouth and the Romelu Lukaku’s powerful header had ‘congratulations, it’s for you, it’s your club and it’s
Club World Cup semifinal from his office. “And finally we made it, I arrived yesterday for Chelsea expecting to take total control against your input and your passion that made this
dinner. I arrived on time to the team, no chance their Brazilian foes yester, only for Thiago Silva’s possible’ and I’m happy to be part of it.
And, as time ticked down, he revealed he to be part of the last training, so I took the handball to let Palmeiras back into the contest.
made several drives to the airport without even meetings today. “So of course the trophy is for him.”
waiting for his Covid test result, such was his Raphael Veiga buried the spot-kick to kick- Palmeiras boss Ferreira was left with few
desperation to join the Chelsea squad in Abu “It was not nice to watch the semifinal on the start a cagey affair, but Chelsea stayed calm and complaints in defeat, insisting his players
Dhabi. office at the screen, but as a coach you want to be eventually fully merited their win. merited great praise for their overall showing at
on the sideline. the tournament.
Tuchel tested negative at the penultimate Kai Havertz converted a late penalty in extra “It was a fair result, and it was a fair penalty for
chance to reach the United Arab Emirates in “I’m happy now that all the effort went very time, holding his nerve amid a minor delay Chelsea,” said Ferreira.
time though, and took his place on the touchline well, everyone was so supportive. The effort was where the Blues worked out who would shoulder “We won’t celebrate coming second but I’ll
as the Blues edged past Palmeiras 2-1 after extra- excellent and totally worth it. the burden. make them celebrate their attitude and
time at the Mohammed Bin Zayed Stadium. performance in the tournament when we are on
“I had a tactical signal to see the whole pitch Chelsea now have that rare clean sweep of the plane on the way home.
“We were running out of lights, with the time and the TV signal on the other big screen to every major global club trophy going, with “I’m extremely proud of my players, but
difference we knew the deadline was coming,” watch the matches remotely. And I was in owner Roman Abramovich on hand to toast the congratulations also to Chelsea.” – The
said Tuchel. contact at halftime with my assistant in the Blues winning it all. Independent
tribune.
Tuchel revealed he told Russian-Israeli
“We did the same with the cup game, but it’s billionaire Abramovich that the victory was in his

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