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departing Labuan for Menumbok in Sabah yesterday,
the ninth day of Chinese New Year, to bring good
luck and drive away evil spirits. – BERNAMAPIX

Long time coming

█ BY SHIVANI SUPRAMANI oWorkers want higher minimum
[email protected] wage as soon as possible, but
employers remain cautious
PETALING JAYA: It is a question of
cost and benefit and as expected, He said a larger pay packet would also He said higher wages would
there are two sides to the minimum ensure higher consumption, leading to improve consumers’ purchasing
wage debate. economic growth and a more even power and lead to a boost in
Workers and economists believe another distribution of wealth in the country. economic activity, adding that it
uptick in salaries is overdue, but employers would be good for businesses.
are resisting, citing the economic downturn Kuperan said ensuring that the same On the other hand, the
as a reason for a more gradual increase, if minimum wage rate applies for both local Federation of Malaysian
not a moratorium for an extended period. and migrant workers alike would also help Manufacturers (FMM) has
to reduce the dependence on foreign labour. proposed that wages be
Universiti Utara Malaysia professor of increased “progressively” to help
economics Dr K. Kuperan Viswanathan has “This would encourage employers to businesses adjust to the higher
made an even bolder proposal – rather than focus on hiring locals. It would also attract costs.
raise it to RM1,500 as proposed by Human more local labour into the Malaysian “The economic condition is
Resources Minister Datuk Seri economy,” he said. still fragile, and any increase in
M. Saravanan, it should be increased to costs could derail business and
RM2,000 by the end of this year. Kuperan said fears that higher wages curtail a recovery,” said FMM
would boost inflation in the long run was president Tan Sri Soh Thian Lai.
The minimum wage now stands at unfounded. He said manufacturers were
RM1,200. receptive to a wage increase so long as
“Rather than that, it would help the it was done in a “gradual”
Kuperan pointed out that this is long economy re-calibrate to a better cost manner under the current
overdue, given the rise in the cost of living structure.” minimum wage review Turn to
over the past 10 years. based on a quantum to be
Malaysian Trades Union Congress acting decided by the National —
He said a monthly salary of at least president Mohd Effendy Abdul Ghani said
RM2,000 would not only help to improve the there have not been any instance when page 3
well-being of lower-rung workers, who companies went out of business because
comprise a large proportion of the they had to raise wages. Wages Consultative Council.
workforce, but also give the economy a
much-needed boost. “Any claim to that effect is contrary to
what the facts and figures have to show.”
“Now is the best time to increase the
minimum wage rate. It will be of great help
to those in the B40 and M40 groups,” he told
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BRIEFS TALKS ON COOPERATION Nod for ‘Maasi Magam’
WITH RUSSIA festival, Chingay parade
KUALA LUMPUR: Foreign Minister
Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah had a
telephone conversation with his
Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov on
Tuesday. He discussed areas of
potential cooperation and
collaboration at the regional and
bilateral levels. Sharing this on Twitter,
he said they discussed the setting up of
a Joint Russia-Malaysia Commission for
Economic, Scientific, Technical and o Govt to prioritise religious celebrations, but flexibility are allowed from Feb 19 to 22, and no more than
Cultural Cooperation as well as an should be practised responsibly, says Hishammuddin 100 members of the temple management would
Asean-Russia strategic partnership and be allowed to take part in the street ceremony
potential bilateral cooperation at the on Feb 19, Bernama reported.
United Nations.– Bernama
He added that on Feb 20, the ceremony to
TUN MAHATHIR ON ROAD KUALA LUMPUR: The government has and health of oneself, but also the people accompany deities from the Johor Ancient
TO RECOVERY allowed prayer ceremonies at temples for the around us.” Temple to Xing Gong temple would be allowed,
Maasi Magam festival and the Chingay parade involving no more than 200 temple
KUALA LUMPUR: Former prime minister in accordance with standard operating He said the SOP for the Maasi Magam management members.
Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad is close to procedures (SOP) for the reopening of festival would be implemented from Feb 16 to
full recovery after being discharged non-Muslim houses of worship under Phase 19 and only fully vaccinated individuals are He said the main Chingay parade event on
from the National Heart Institute (IJN) Four of the National Recovery Plan. allowed to participate in religious activities, with Feb 21 is also allowed, with 11 decorated trucks
on Saturday. In a video on his Facebook strict adherence to physical distancing of at accompanied by no more than 20 temple
page, he said he could now carry out Defence Senior Minister Datuk Seri least one metre as well as the wearing of management members for each truck, while
various daily activities. “There were Hishammuddin Hussein said in a statement face masks. no devotees are allowed to participate in the
times when I was not hopeful of that the decision was made following a procession.
recovery, but Alhamdulillah, with the presentation by the National Unity Ministry at The SOP, among others, stipulates that the
treatment I received at IJN, I have the 12th Quartet Ministers Meeting yesterday. travel and movement of chariots are allowed, on The return of the deities from Xing Gong
recovered. Now, I can walk, eat, sleep condition that there should not be more than temple to the Johor Ancient Temple on Feb 22 is
and sit. I am almost like normal, but not He said it was made after obtaining the 50 individuals from the temple management allowed, with no more than 200 temple
that strong to work and so on. But I Health Ministry’s views and recommendations. involved in the procession and any stop management members, while the names of
hope I can (fully) recover,” he said locations along the way. those involved as well as the travel route for the
yesterday. He thanked everyone who He added that the government would parade must get the sanction of the police.
had prayed for his health and he continue to give priority to the celebration of The names of those involved as well as the
managed to recover from an illness that religious festivals, but this flexibility must be travel route must receive prior police approval. The Indian community’s Maasi Magam
he described as very bad. – Bernama practised with a sense of responsibility. festival falls on Feb 17, while the Chingay
Hishammuddin said prayer ceremonies in parade, observed by the “Five Clans”, namely
“Every SOP outlined by the Unity Ministry conjunction with the Chingay parade at the Hainan, Hakka, Hokkien, Teochew and
must be complied with, not only for the safety Johor Ancient Temple and Xing Gong temple Tiong Hua.

Johoreans to cast ballots on March 12 Law in place to
regulate space
█ BY SURAYA ALI Abdul Ghani added that a total of 55 be appointed to handle the election process. activities
[email protected] nomination centres and 56 official vote The entire exercise is expected to cost
PETALING JAYA: The Election Commission tallying centres would be opened. PUTRAJAYA: The Science, Technology and
(EC) announced yesterday that March 12 will RM96 million, he said, adding that contesting Innovation Ministry said the Malaysian Space
be polling day for the Johor state election while In addition, there will be 1,021 ordinary parties would be given 14 days from Board Act 2022, gazetted on Jan 25, will be
nomination day has been set for Feb 26. polling centres with 4,638 balloting stations nomination day to campaign. Campaigning used to regulate space-related activities.
(channels). There will also be 64 early voting must end at 11.59pm on March 11.
Early voting will be conducted on March 8. centres, with 82 polling stations. The ministry added that it would also pave
EC chairman Datuk Abdul Ghani Salleh said Based on the 2021 Master Voter Register, the way for the establishment of a Malaysian
the decision was made in response to an official “A total of 962 regular polling centres will be updated until Jan 21, a total of 2,597,742 Space Board to regulate such activities.
notification received from Speaker Suhaizan open from 8am to 6pm and the remaining 59 people are eligible to cast their ballots.
Kayat that the 14th state assembly had been centres will keep to the gazetted time. The Malaysian Space Board Bill was passed
dissolved on Jan 23. Ordinary voters account for 2,574,835, by the Dewan Negara on Dec 9 last year and
Of the early voting centres, 29 will be open military personnel and spouses total 10,955, given assent by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-
from 8am to 2pm and the rest from 8am to 5pm. policemen and spouses, 11,576 and 376 Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah
overseas voters. Shah on Jan 19, the ministry said in a statement
Abdul Ghani said a total of 49,290 staff will yesterday.

Joint task force members patrolling the The law stipulates four provisions for
beach in Pulau Siamil, Semporna yesterday. regulating space-related activities, which
– BERNAMAPIX include licence to control safety aspects, and
launching permit for service providers who
Armed forces to beef up Sabah defences undertake space-launching activities from
facilities within the country.
SEMPORNA: The Armed Forces continues to crucial because their operations concept is Sabah Security Command have curbed
strengthen security in Sabah, with its special capable of monitoring blind spot areas, which cross-border crimes, including attempts by The remaining two provisions are certificates
forces ready to be mobilised to areas cannot be done in large groups. illegal immigrants to sneak into the state. for space object owners who launch them from
considered “blind spots”. facilities within and outside Malaysia, and
“They move in small and high-capacity He said the armed forces, through the task, registration of space objects that have been
Commander of the 21st Special Service groups and can be mobilised quickly,” he said force managed to foil five such attempts in successfully launched and are operating
Group Mejar-Jen Nubli Hashim said the after witnessing the “Gempur Bara” exercise Tawau last month and arrested 57 immigrants. in orbit.
special forces comprising elite personnel from held at Pulau Siamil yesterday.
the navy, air force and army is beefed up from On the “Gempur Bara” exercise, Abdul “The activities that will be licensed under
time to time. Joint Task Force 2 commander Brig-Jen Karim said the five-day training, which ended this Act are building or manufacturing of any
Abdul Karim Ahmad said the addition of yesterday, involved military special forces and space object, owning or operating any facility
“The involvement of the special forces is high-tech assets such as radars in the Eastern the police force’s VAT69 unit. – Bernama for integration and testing of space objects, as
well as owning or operating any launch facility
within Malaysia.”

Space, as defined by the law, means a void
extending from 100km above sea level to
infinity.

It differs from airspace, which is up to
100km from sea level, and used for aviation
purposes by the aerospace sector regulated by
the Civil Aviation Authority under the
Civil Aviation Act 1969.

The ministry said the establishment of the
board is to regulate space-related activities for
security purposes, registration of space objects,
and space-related offences and related matters.

It added that the Act would ensure that space
activities in the country are carried out
responsibly, safely and securely, complying
with all international-level guidelines,
especially that of the United Nations Office for
Outer Space Affairs.

The ministry said the government could
ratify space treaties and implement obligations
under the international legal framework that
would be a catalyst for the nation’s role in
research and development of the space industry
towards a new space economy. – Bernama

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‘Gradual increase in wages would work as well’

“For manufacturers, the call for expanded to ensure more diverse resulting from the disruptions caused business competitiveness.” to help workers is to provide an
an immediate increase of 25% is views from key stakeholders in by the Covid-19 pandemic. He said with a concerted effort by annual or contractual adjustment in
very worrying,” he said. From the various economic sectors their wages.
Soh added that there front are heard.” Soh also reiterated the sentiment industries to defray costs internally,
should be a tripartite page He pointed out that a more among employers that any increase in coupled with the necessary controls “Granted, it may be minimal for
discussion to consider gradual increase in the wage rate wages should commensurate with put in place by the government, most, but we have to realise that such
Saravanan’s announcement. would still be adequate to address improved productivity. employers can continue to ensure that increases are dependent on how well
“This discussion could be the increase in the cost of living their employees will not be affected. the business has done for the year,”
“A sharp increase could adversely he added.
affect our overall costs and One measure employers can take

Bad move to switch sides BRIEFS KING, QUEEN SEND
CONDOLENCES
o Voters shun politicians who abandon their party is the lynchpin, will no longer be working with
for another to seek personal gains: Analyst Bersatu in the coming polls. KUALA LUMPUR: The Yang di-Pertuan
Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-
█ BY RAJVINDER SINGH joined the party from Umno, are now in a Malaysian Council of Professors senior Mustafa Billah Shah and Raja Permaisuri
[email protected] quandary. fellow Dr Jeniri Amir said Bersatu’s poor Agong Tunku Hajah Azizah Aminah
PETALING JAYA: Political leaders who are performance in Malacca could have played a Maimunah Iskandariah have expressed
contemplating a switch to another party “If they fight under the Bersatu ticket role in the mass exodus in Johor. condolences to the family of former
should rethink their move. again, they are likely to lose. However, there is national weightlifter Darus Abdullah, who
no guarantee that they would get to defend Recently, Bersatu lost more than 300 died on Tuesday aged 63. A statement
History has shown that voters do not take their seats if they return to Umno,” he added. members from its Tanjung Piai division to posted on the Istana Negara Facebook
kindly to such acts of disloyalty. Warisan, the fourth such mass crossover this page said that they were saddened by
Umno has made it very clear that those year. Darus’passing and expressed hope that his
Nusantara Academy for Strategic Research who wished to return to the party would only family would be calm and strong in their
senior fellow Prof Azmi Hassan said be accepted as ordinary members, giving Earlier, all members of the Desa Harmoni bereavement. While praying for his soul to
politicians who abandon their parties for them little to no chance of getting a seat to branch of its Pasir Gudang division defected be blessed by Allah and placed among the
personal gains rather than ideological reasons contest. to Umno. righteous, the King and Queen also
would be dislodged quickly. expressed appreciation for Darus’ services
Azmi said some Bersatu members who Former Johor Bersatu chief and and sacrifices to the country. Darus
“The Malacca elections was a good switched to Parti Warisan Sabah (Warisan) incumbent Puteri Wangsa assemblyman represented the nation at the 1989 SEA
example. Those who jumped ship were were led to believe that they would have a Mazlan Bujang was the first to quit after the Games in Kuala Lumpur. – Bernama
severely punished by the voters,” he told better chance of winning in the polls. dissolution of the state assembly.
theSun. BORDER REOPENING
“They know that they are unlikely to be This was followed by former exco member PROPOSAL LAUDED
Azmi said in most cases, politicians switch given a seat to contest if they remain in and incumbent Larkin assemblyman Mohd
sides with hopes that they get to contest in the Bersatu.” Izhar Ahmad. KUCHING: Sarawak has lauded the
same seat they had won previously. proposal to reopen the country’s
Azmi expects Barisan Nasional (BN) to win “The party itself was not very strong. It was international borders, a move that is
For instance, in the Malacca elections in again in Johor because Pakatan Harapan (PH) the ex-Umno leaders who joined Bersatu that expected to benefit and revive the state’s
November last year, many realised that they is still in disarray. made it strong. They had initially thought that economic sector. However, Deputy Chief
would lose if they remained in Bersatu. Bersatu and PH were the future.” Minister Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali
However, leaving the party did not help either. “The problem with PH is not because their Hasan said for Sarawak, the decision to
members are jumping ship, but more because Jeniri said those who are leaving Bersatu reopen borders was under the authority of
Former chief minister Datuk Seri Idris they are unable to decide on the mentri besar- would now be inclined to see Warisan and the State Disaster Management
Haron, who left Umno to join PKR, lost in designate.” Umno as a better alternative. Committee. He said many parties would
Asahan while Datuk Nor Azman Hassan be relieved with the reopening of borders
failed to retain Pantai Kundor despite also At the same time, Azmi said Bersatu, which Universiti Malaya political analyst Dr but all factors must be considered,
leaving Umno to join Amanah. was part of the Perikatan Nasional (PN) Awang Azman Awang Pawi believes the including safety. “We welcome the
alliance that also included Umno, has been perception that BN will win big in Johor has proposal but at the same time, we need
Azmi said a similar situation was weakened in Johor and many who joined the shaken the confidence of some Bersatu to be careful,” he told reporters after
developing in Johor. party from Umno are now worried about their members. launching the Sarawak Timber Industry
future. Development Corporation Integrity and
“Many Bersatu assemblymen who had He said those leaving the party are looking Innovation Day yesterday. The National
Umno has announced that BN, of which it for a soft landing, either in Umno or Warisan, Recovery Council on Tuesday suggested
adding that many ordinary members are also fully reopening the country’s international
leaving Bersatu after learning that their borders as early as March 1, without
leaders may not be nominated to contest in mandatory quarantine requirements.
the elections. – Bernama

Eight anti-graft
initiatives
implemented

Fazlin (left) PUTRAJAYA: Eight of the 82 initiatives outlined
discussing print in the mid-term review of the National Anti-
designs with an Corruption Plan (NACP) 2019-2023 have been
entrepreneur. successfully implemented up to the output
– BERNAMAPIX stage by the lead agencies as of Dec 31, 2021,
according to the National Centre for
New method of batik production Governance, Integrity and Anti-Corruption
(GIACC).
KUALA TERENGGANU: The Kraftangan hot wax applied as a colour resistant at the two festivals are shirts, blouses, palazzo
Malaysia branch in Terengganu and 16 material.” pants, headscarves and kaftans. Its director-general Datuk Seri Mohd
entrepreneurs under it has succeeded in Sallehhuddin Hassan said 14 of the remaining
producing batik with the use of clay instead of Fazlin said the new innovation by Mohd Shawal Awi, 37, said the technique 74 initiatives were in the process of being
candle wax. Kraftangan Malaysia was more economical of using clay was very suitable for the implemented and were expected to be
and easier to execute. younger generation because with clay, errors completed by the middle of this year.
Its director Fazlin Mohamad Zaki said the in the stamping process could easily be
new batik products are known as marble clay, Several entrepreneurs agreed that the clay corrected to avoid fabric wastage. In a statement issued by GIACC yesterday,
marble screen as well as marble clay and mixture was more viable than the blend of Mohd Sallehhuddin said the successful
screen. wax and resin. “That is the advantage of using clay. implementation of the initiatives was the result
Anyone can learn and do not have to worry of positive action by the 27 lead agencies
The products will be on display and put on Norazizah Kasim, 43, said clay is more about fabric wastage. Most importantly, the involved.
sale for the first time at the East Coast Craft easily available in the market, cost-effective process is very safe and convenient.”
Textile Festival in Kuantan, Pahang from Feb and eco-friendly, and producers do not have “GIACC is confident of implementing more
17 to 26, and during the National Craft Day to deal with the heat in the process for wax Another entrepreneur, Suhaila Muda, 41, NACP initiatives throughout the year.”
event to be held at the Kuala Lumpur Craft and resin mixtures. said the use of clay was also easier as the
Complex from Feb 23 to March 7. boiling process was no longer required to Mohd Sallehhuddin also urged all heads of
“The printing blocks only need to be remove the mixture of wax and resin. the lead agencies to focus on the
“The clay used is the same raw material in dipped briefly in clay mixture and then implementation of important initiatives, in line
the manufacture of pottery and ceramic stamped to the fabric and left to dry before the “The fabric only needs to be washed and with the country’s recovery efforts.
products. It is an alternative to traditional dyeing process is done.” dried for the dyeing process and this saves
time and fuel costs,” she said. – Bernama Among the agencies involved in
Among the best-selling products expected implementing the NACP initiatives are the
Election Commission, Malaysian Anti-
Corruption Commission, Prime Minister’s
Department, National Audit Department,
Finance Ministry and Public Works
Department.

NACP 2019-2023 is the government’s five-
year plan launched on Jan 29, 2019 that
outlines a long-term vision of anti-corruption
action towards a corruption-free nation
through the implementation of 115 initiatives. –
Bernama

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‘Border reopening will help revive medical tourism’

KUALA LUMPUR: The full reopening of the He added the association has 151 during the course of treatment. It is also to last year, 113 private hospitals received
country’s border will allow medical tourists to member hospitals throughout the country protect our local health care providers,” he out-sourced patients from 49 public
return to Malaysia for their medical care, with a majority of them treating medical said in a statement yesterday. hospitals.
which has been halted since early 2020, said tourists, particularly from neighbouring
Association of Private Hospitals Malaysia countries. On Tuesday, council chairman Tan Sri “Private hospitals have been included in
(APHM) president Datuk Dr Kuljit Singh. Muhyiddin Yassin suggested that the the National Covid-19 Rapid Response Task
Kuljit said the association welcomed the “However, private hospitals will strictly government fully reopen the country’s Force to facilitate this process,” he said.
National Recovery Council’s adhere to all standard operating procedures international borders as early as March 1
recommendation that the country’s borders (SOP) set by the Health Ministry on the without the mandatory quarantine APHM also urged the public to get their
be fully opened from March 1 without the screening of medical tourists before requirement. booster doses as soon as possible.
need for mandatory quarantine. accepting them for treatment.
He said the move would help revive the Kuljit also said private hospitals are ready “It is evident worldwide that complete
medical tourism industry which generated “We will accept fully vaccinated medical to accept decanted patients from public vaccination with boosters has lessen the
RM1.7 billion in 2019 for the country. tourists with (preferably) a booster dose so hospitals should there be a surge of Omicron severity of the pandemic, and it has
that there would be lesser risk of them falling patients in government facilities. encouraged economic recovery with
very ill should they be infected with the virus opening of international borders.” he added.
He added that during the Delta peak – Bernama

Essential to get booster jabs

o Additional doses on regular basis keep immune system at threat from new strains of the virus. Totalconfirmed
its peak as efficacy of vaccine wanes with time, says expert “The virus has already mutated cases

█ BY MUHAMMAD YUSRY booster doses are effective. significantly. The current variant is very 2,956,332
[email protected] “We need to get a booster dose. The level of different from the original or ‘parent’ strain,”
PETALING JAYA: Booster doses of vaccines are he said. Totalactive Newcases
part and parcel of a long-term process of antibodies in our body produced by cases
preventing infections or reducing severity of vaccination goes down over time. Zamberi added booster dose is effective in 17,134
symptoms. fighting the Omicron variant and he urged all 83,071
“Data from clinical trials shows that booster those who are eligible to take the vaccine.
The efficacy of a vaccine wanes with time, shots improve our immune response towards Currentrecovery Totalrecoveries
according to virologist Dr Muhamad Afiq Aziz. this virus,” he told theSun. However, virologist Dr Sandy Loh of rate cases
University Nottingham Malaysia said there
He said additional doses on a regular basis Muhamad Afiq likens it to the influenza may already be a need for a variant-specific 95.72% 2,829,752
would keep the body’s immune system at its vaccine. “The flu virus mutates regularly, so we vaccine to increase their effectiveness against
peak and thus be able to fight new infections. need a new dose of the vaccine every year to newer strains. Deathtoll Brought-in-Dead
stay protected against new strains,” he said.
Muhamad Afiq, who is with the Institute of “Can we keep up with the speed at which 32,065 6,469
Biological Science Research at Universiti However, the awareness on the importance the virus is mutating and new variants
Malaya, said the emergence of the Omicron of vaccination among Malaysians is still low, emerging? Unfortunately, we have not been PERLIS 152
variant of the Covid-19 virus, as well as other he added. able to do it so far.” KEDAH 1,569
variants that may continue to surface in the
future, showed that booster doses are essential. “From my observation, I find that many Loh said there would come a time when a PENANG 1,010
people get vaccinated only after being booster shot is needed at shorter intervals.
He said the main reason for getting informed of the government’s ruling that only
vaccinated against Covid-19 is not to fall fully vaccinated shoppers are allowed to enter “This can only be avoided if we have a
seriously ill or succumb to the illness if malls.” universally effective vaccine that can prevent
infected. any variant from infecting us.”
Universiti Putra Malaysia consultant clinical
He added that judging by the reduction in microbiologist Dr Zamberi Sekawi said there Loh added that when Covid-19 is declared
the need for hospitalisation or use of may even be a need for a fourth dose of the an endemic disease, there is a likelihood that
ventilators, as well as lower fatality rate, vaccine. booster doses would be needed for many
years.
He said efforts should also be made to
enhance the efficacy of the vaccine to meet the “With the available vaccine, we may need to
get booster doses every few months.

“If we do get one that will ensure efficacy for
a year, like the flu vaccine, that will be an
improvement,” she added.

NRD helps resolve PERAK 395
application woes SELANGOR 3,582

ALOR GAJAH: The Malacca National K. LUMPUR 1,068
Registration Department (NRD), through PUTRAJAYA 204
the Menyemai Kasih Rakyat (Mekar)
programme, last year processed 60 MyKad PAHANG 739
and birth certificate applications from MALACCA 347
persons with disability, senior citizens,
bedridden patients and those living in N.SEMBILAN 618
interior areas. JOHOR 2,321

Its director, Norazle Sulaiman, said KELANTAN 1,222
Malacca NRD staff would go down to the
ground every week to facilitate issuance of STRAY CARE ... Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law) Datuk TERENGGANU 327
identification documents to target groups. Mas Ermieyati Samsuddin (right) and Star Cat Shelter founder Norashikin Ahmad at a vaccination
programme for stray cats and dogs in Kelemak, Malacca yesterday. – BERNAMAPIX
He said the programme was also one
of the NRD’s proactive approaches to BRIEFS PM PRAYS FOR MUHYIDDIN THREE WEEKS TO REPAIR ROOFS LABUAN 63
ensure that every qualified resident in the SABAH 3,333
country is given valid identification KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri KUALA LUMPUR: Repairs to roofs of four
documents to enable them to enjoy Ismail Sabri Yaakob has prayed for the swift Taman Melati apartment blocks in Gombak, SARAWAK 184
various facilities provided by the recovery of Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, who which were damaged during a storm and
government. tested positive for Covid-19. “May Allah SWT heavy rain on Jan 24, would take three weeks. PROGRESS STATISTICS FOR THE NATIONAL COVID-19
grant him speedy recovery and protect him Federal Territories Deputy Minister Datuk Seri
“On average, Malacca NRD receives and his family,” he said in response to Jalaluddin Alias said the repair work started IMMUNISATION PROGRAMME As of February 8
about 150 applications every year but Muhyiddin’s tweet confirming he was tested the following day of the incident. “But due to
there has been a drop in the number of positive for Covid-19 on the Reverse the Chinese New Year holidays, building 26,127,997 Received second dose
applications due to the Covid-19 Transcription-Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT- materials would be delivered in stages this
pandemic. PCR) test yesterday. Muhyiddin said he would week,” he said in a statement yesterday. 25,724,809
undergo self-quarantine – Bernama – Bernama
“For this year, we have so far received
17 applications,” he told reporters after
handing over MyKad to a married couple
at Taman Pengkalan Indah yesterday.

Norazle said eligible applicants, who
wish to make appointments under the
Mekar programme, can contact the
Malacca NRD Corporate Communication
Unit at 06-232 6600/6881 or email to
[email protected].

Meanwhile, housewife Norsiah Md
Nor, 59, expressed gratitude to Malacca
NRD for helping her and her husband
Omar Md Dom, 62, with their application
for a change of address on their MyKad.
– Bernama

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Out of court settlement likely for Malacca Gateway suit BRIEFS THREE REMANDED
OVER FALSE CLAIMS
PUTRAJAYA: The legal action president Tan Sri Rohana Yusuf KAJ Development is appealing against the Malacca state GEORGE TOWN: Three
involving a developer KAJ yesterday. against the Court of Appeal’s decision government after its agreement with individuals, including an
Development Sdn Bhd and the on April 9, 2021 of dismissing its the state government was assistant to a special officer,
Malacca government over the The other judges on the bench application to obtain leave to initiate terminated. have been remanded for four
termination of the Malacca Gateway were Datuk Abdul Rahman Sebli and a judicial review. days starting yesterday for
coastal reclamation project will likely Datuk Mary Lim Thiam Suan. The company entered into an allegedly having submitted
be resolved out of court. On Feb 17, 2021, the Malacca High agreement with the Malacca false claims involving more
Ahmad Hanir said KAJ Court dismissed KAJ Development’s government on Oct 4, 2017, to than RM80,000 for
Senior federal counsel Ahmad Development’s counsel, Datuk Loh application to obtain leave to have reclaim the state’s coastal land and programmes involving
Hanir Hambaly, who was Siew Cheang, applied for an the full merits of the judicial review islands. hawkers. The remand was
representing the Malacca state adjournment of yesterday’s heard, ruling that there was no issued by magistrate
government, said this to reporters proceeding and informed the panel public law element involved in the KAJ Development is seeking a R. Manomani following an
after the case came up before a that his client wanted to settle its state’s decision. court order to quash the state application by the Malaysian
three-judge panel of the Federal case. He said he did not oppose the government’s order to issue the Anti-Corruption Commission
Court chaired by Court of Appeal adjournment. The court then fixed On Dec 4, 2020, the company filed notice of termination dated Nov 11, (MACC). The three individuals,
May 19 to hear the case. the judicial review application 2020. – Bernama

Little things keep love aged between 25 and 59, who
included a woman, were
arrested on Tuesday along with
three others, who had been
released on MACC bail. They
were arrested after the MACC
recorded their statements over
and affection going strong an allegation of submitting
false claims in connection
with the supply of equipment,
allegedly by six companies, for
the programme in 2020, when
there was no such programme.
– Bernama

o With small gestures Hanie and TEENAGE GIRL HELD
shared with the right George have OVER BABY’S DEATH
person, couples agree been happily
everydaycan be married for 13 KUALA TERENGGANU: A 15-
Valentine’s Day years. – SYED year-old girl has been remanded
AZAHAR SYED for seven days from yesterday to
█ BY ELLY FAZANIZA OSMAN/THESUN assist investigations into a case
[email protected] involving the death of a
PETALING JAYA: Roses and newborn boy, believed to have
candlelight dinners are great, but for been stabbed in Kemaman on
those who have been married long Tuesday. The remand order was
enough it is the little things that count. issued by magistrate Tengku
ElianaTuan Kamaruzaman at the
Being mindful of each other’s needs, Kemaman Hospital Maternity
spending precious time together or the Ward, after receiving an
occasional surprise treat become a lot application from the police for
more meaningful. investigations under Section 302
of the Penal Code. Tengku Eliana
With these little things shared with was seen arriving at the hospital
the right person, many couples agree at 12.40pm accompanied by
every day can be Valentine’s Day. policemen and it is learnt that
the remand process had taken
For entrepreneurs George place at the hospital as the
Bohlender and Hanie Razaif- teenager was still receiving post-
Bohlender, the spark is still there after natal treatment. – Bernama
13 years together thanks to stimulating
conversations and the occasional dear response.” or ordering a steak, or beef rendang, Iskandar and his wife Sharifah Driver pleads
impromptu road trips. But this time, George said Hanie from his favourite restaurants. Haslina Syed Abd Hamid would make not guilty to
time to watch each other’s favourite attempted
“After so many years, you could agreed so they took to the highway and For taxidermist Anna Razak, it is the movies. murder
easily drift apart or become jaded. This then the coastal road. post-it notes that her husband Riz
is when you need your partner to be Rashid sneaks into her car or posts on “I’m a big fan of Keanu Reeves while PETALING JAYA: A real estate
equally, mentally stimulating to have That was when Hanie suggested that the fridge that brighten her day. Iskandar likes Scarlett Johansson and agent pleaded not guilty in the
intelligent conversations,” Hanie told they stop in Lumut to watch the sunset. war movies,” said Sharifah Haslina. sessions court to a charge of
theSun. “If he knows that I’ll be late from attempted murder when he
“Since we were so near to Pangkor, work, he will put a note in the car that “A typical day for us is to have a crashed into a police roadblock,
For George, unplanned trips away we decided to drive to the ferry says ‘Drive safely!.’ He knows that I love simple meal of sandwiches and causing a policeman to be
from the city have strengthened their terminal, caught the last ferry to the flowers, except roses because they’re watching movies with our three seriously injured.
affection for one another. island and managed to book a room in too expensive, so he has never failed to daughters,” she added.
a hotel for the night,” he said. bring some into our home. He has been Yap Kah Wai, 29, allegedly
He recounted a run to the grocery doing this every week for five years Sharifah Haslina and Iskandar committed the offence against
store to purchase a paint roller that On the way to Pangkor, the couple now,” she said. consider it important to include their L/Cpl Meor Mohd Asri Meor
ended up as a road trip to Pangkor watched the sun slid below the horizon children, the youngest of whom is only Azlan Shah, 33, by ramming into
Island. from the deck of the ferry. In return, Anna would use her four years old, in their daily routine. the victim with a car at the
artistic skills to make small crafts roadblock mounted at Jalan Besar
“It was the most interesting trip “It was a most breathtaking sight,” for Riz. “We’re big on hugs too. Sometimes in Seri Kembangan heading
we’ve made,” he said. the couple, who met through the children would come to us and say towards Seri Kembangan town at
Facebook, recalled. “It is the small things that count,” ‘I need a hug,’ and they’ll get one,” she 1.50am on Feb 5.
“I had been teasing Hanie about she said. said.
wanting to go to Ipoh and she’d Hanie said being a career coach The charge under Section 307
always laugh it off with a not-now- could take up a lot of her time so At the Iskandar Rodrigues Abdullah Sharifah Haslina also enjoys giving of the Penal Code provides a jail
George would send her “kiss breaks” household, movies are a favourite Iskandar the little surprises every now term of up to 20 years, if convicted.
with emoticons via WhatsApp. pastime. and then.
Deputy public prosecutor Siti
She reciprocates by cooking for him Zubaidah Mahat did not offer any
bail as the victim suffered serious
Injunction granted to bar Najib from disposing assets injuries, while the accused has 16
criminal records related to drugs,
KUALA LUMPUR: 1Malaysia Company Limited (formerly known otherwise, who is informed of the Geh Choh Heng, (former 1MDB robbery and vehicle theft.
Development Bhd (1MDB) and one as 1MDB Global Investments order in question, should not aid or lawyer) Jasmine Loo Ai Swan,
of its subsidiaries have obtained an Limited). permit a breach of the order where (former 1MDB executive director) Lawyer Kailash Sharma,
injunction from the High Court to they may be subject to contempt of Casey Tang Keng Chee, Vincent representing Yap, requested bail
stop former prime minister Datuk The decision was made by Judicial court action if they do so. Beng and (1MDB chief operations on grounds that the offence has
Seri Najib Abdul Razak from Commissioner Atan Mustaffa Yussof officer) Radhi Mohamad are named yet to be proven.
disposing or reducing the value of Ahmad in an online proceeding after The order takes effect until the as defendants.
any of his assets in Malaysia up to allowing an ex-parte application for a court hears the inter-parte Judge Jamaludin Mat denied
US$681 million. mareva injunction by 1MDB and application for the injunction on Feb Also named the defendants are bail and fixed March 17 for case
Global Diversified, which are the first 21. former Investment director Kelvin mention.
Based on documents obtained by and fifth plaintiffs respectively, in the Tan Kay Jim and (former SRC
the media, the injunction also 1MDB suit against Najib and several A lawyer representing 1MDB, International Sdn Bhd chief executive On Feb 5, the policeman,
restricted Najib to making others. when contacted, confirmed the officer) Nik Faisal Ariff Kamil. attached to the Seri Kembangan
withdrawals of up to only RM100,000 court’s decision. police station, reportedly suffered
a month, which he needs for his A mareva injunction is a court The US$8 billion suit is one of the a broken right leg and injuries to
living and legal expenses. order that effectively freezes assets of In the suit, 1MDB, 1MDB Energy 22 civil suits filed to claim over US$23 both hands, besides receiving six
a defendant from being dissipated Holdings Limited, 1MDB Energy billion on behalf of 1MDB and its stitches on the back of his head.
However, if he needs more than pending the outcome or completion Limited, 1MDB Energy (Langat) former subsidiary SRC International – Bernama
the amount allowed he would have to of a legal action. Limited and Global Diversified against several individuals allegedly
get written permission from 1MDB Investment Company Limited are involved in the financial scandal.
and Global Diversified Investment The order also states that any the plaintiffs, while Najib, (former – Bernama
individual in the proceedings or 1MDB financial director) Terrence

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NEWS WITHOUT BORDERS

Colombia Abuse survivors slam Morrison’s ‘shocking’ response
presidential
favourite sorry for CANBERRA: Two prominent Higgins said Prime Minister Scott Higgins was joined in her Tame piled further pressure on
drunk speech advocates for sexual abuse survivors Morrison’s response, which invoked address by child sexual abuse the government during her speech
pilloried Australia’s prime minister his own daughters and wife, had survivor Grace Tame, the 2021 by alleging she was asked not to
BOGOTA: The front-runner in yesterday, decrying “weasel words” been “shocking and at times, “Australian of the Year”, who also publicly criticise the prime minister.
Colombia’s May presidential election and a response to widespread abuse admittedly, a bit offensive”. took aim at the prime minister’s
apologised on Tuesday for a speech that had not “measured up”. leadership over the past year. She recalled a “threatening
he gave the day before while under “I didn’t want his sympathy as a phone call from a senior member of
the influence of alcohol, that drew Former government aide Brittany father. I wanted him to use his “It rots from the top. a government-funded organisation
criticism from his opponents. Higgins, whose allegation she was power as prime minister. “Unless our leaders take full asking for my word that I wouldn’t
raped by a colleague in parliament responsibility for their own failings, say anything damning about the
Gustavo Petro admitted he had sparked national protests, said “too “But his words wouldn’t matter if abuse culture will continue to thrive prime minister” at a recent award
been tired and jet-lagged after a trip little has changed” since she went his actions had measured up.” inside parliament, setting a corrupt ceremony.
to Europe the week before and “did public a year ago. standard for the rest of the nation.”
not handle well alcohol consumed in The national conversation about The plight of both women had Tame said the caller told her the
private before the meeting in In a widely watched speech, ending abuse and harassment had fuelled national debate and soul prime minister “would have a fear ...
Girardot”, a city 80km southwest of Higgins was sorrowful and withering not progressed beyond “trading off searching in Australia, as well as with an election coming soon”.
the capital Bogota. about the actions of a conservative offensive, tone-deaf statements for a multiple government investigations.
government she once served. convoluted mix of appeasing Australia’s next federal election
“I apologise to those who weasel-words”, she said. must be held by mid-May. – AFP
attended the event, a commitment I
promised to honour despite my EU leaders close ranks chief Josep Borrell was cautiously
fatigue,” Petro said on Twitter. over Ukraine crisis optimistic, saying Macron’s visit to
Moscow brought “an element of
In a video of his speech, which was o Macron sees path to ease tensions together to engage in a firm dialogue detente” but “has not produced a
widely shared on Colombian social with Russia after flurry of diplomacy with Russia,” he said in Berlin, where miracle”.
media, the senator, who was once a he was to brief German Chancellor
member of a far-left guerilla group, BERLIN: European leaders on Monday had a five-hour meeting Olaf Scholz and Polish President “As far as people are willing to sit
proclaims: “May the red flags be Tuesday pledged unity in their goal with Vladimir Putin, said the Andrzej Duda on his Kremlin at the table and talk, I think there is
raised again, may this city be called of averting war on the continent, as Russian president had told him that meeting and his talks with Ukraine’s hope of not going into military
the red capital of Colombia again!” France’s President Emmanuel Russia “would not be the source of President Volodymyr Zelensky. confrontation,” he told reporters.
Macron said he saw a path forward an escalation”, despite amassing
He went on to attack voters who on easing tensions with Russia over 100,000 troops and military Standing alongside Macron and The focus will now turn to
supported right-wing ex-president Ukraine after an urgent round of hardware on Ukraine’s border. Duda, Scholz stressed the trio “are separate talks involving high-ranking
Alvaro Uribe and current conservative shuttle diplomacy. united by the goal of maintaining officials in Berlin today that Zelensky
head of state Ivan Duque. Macron said he now saw the peace in Europe through diplomacy said could pave the way for a summit
Arriving in Berlin after two days “possibility” for talks involving and clear messages and the shared with the leaders of Ukraine, Russia,
His opposition were quick to pile of talks in Kyiv and Moscow, Macron Moscow and Kyiv over the festering will to act in unison”. France and Germany, aimed at
on. urged continued “firm dialogue” conflict in eastern Ukraine to move reviving the stalled peace plan for
with Russia as the only way to forward, and “concrete, practical The Polish leader said he Kyiv’s conflict with Moscow-backed
“Some politicians get drunk on defuse fears Russia could invade its solutions” to lower tensions believed war could still be averted. separatists.
power, others seem to have already ex-Soviet neighbour. between Russia and the West.
done so. Can you imagine what Petro “We have to find a solution to Putin, who has demanded
Gustavo would be like as president?” The French leader, who on “We must find ways and means avoid war. I believe that we will sweeping security guarantees from
quipped right-wing candidate and achieve it. In my opinion, what’s Nato and the United States, said after
Uribe loyalist Oscar Ivan Zuluaga. most important today is unity and his talks with Macron that Moscow
solidarity.” would “do everything to find
“They say the drunks are telling compromises that suit everyone”.
the truth. There are doubts about European Union diplomatic
what would happen in Colombia if He said several proposals put
he were to win,” said far-right senator forward by Macron could “form a
Maria Fernanda Cabal. basis for further steps” on easing the
crisis over Ukraine.
Petro, 61, is currently leading the
polls for the presidential election. Moscow kept bolstering its forces
around Ukraine on Tuesday as it
The first round will take place on announced six warships were
May 29. – AFP heading to the Black Sea from the
Mediterranean. – AFP

BRIEFS LORRY PLOUGHS INTO Healer drives nail into woman’s head to ‘guarantee’ male offspring
DOZENS OF CARS
ISLAMABAD: A pregnant Pakistani security to parents than daughters. said she was pregnant with another staff she had hammered the nail
BERLIN: A lorry driver under the woman had a nail hammered into The woman arrived at a hospital girl, he said. into her head herself on the advice
influence of alcohol rammed into her head by a faith healer who said it of the faith healer, before later
over 30 cars and caused a house would guarantee she gave birth to a in the northwestern city of Peshawar An X-ray showed the 5cm nail saying he had carried out the act.
fire in Germany on Tuesday boy, a doctor said yesterday. after trying to extract the nail herself had pierced the top of the woman’s
evening, injuring himself and two with pliers, said doctor Haider Khan. forehead but missed her brain. Police are trying to track her
others. The 50-year-old “missed a Exploitative faith healers are down in order to find the healer.
red light and hit a passenger car at common across Pakistan. “She was fully conscious, but was The doctor said a hammer or
a crossing”, leaving the female in immense pain,” said the doctor, other heavy object was used to “We will soon lay our hands on
driver lightly injured, police in the In South Asia, a son is often who removed the spike. knock it in. the sorcerer,” city police chief Abbas
city of Fuerth said in a statement. believed to offer better financial Ahsan said. – AFP
Without stopping after the first The mother of three daughters The woman initially told hospital
crash, the Turkish lorry driver
“rammed several parked cars” FLEEING FOR DEAR
pushing them ahead of him and, LIFE ... People running
in some cases, against the walls of after a landslide alert in the
neighbouring houses. After the Colombian city of Pereira
collisions, the lorry, a number of on Tuesday. At least 11
cars and the facade of a house people died and 35 were
caught fire. Firemen intervened to injured in a mudslide
put the blaze out. The driver was caused by heavy rains
arrested on site and was “clearly earlier in the day. – AFPPIX
very drunk”, police said. – AFP

IRAN UNVEILS
LONG-RANGE MISSILE

DUBAI: Iran unveiled a new
domestically-made missile with a
range of 1,450km yesterday, a day
after Tehran and Washington
resumed indirect talks to salvage
a 2015 nuclear deal. Iran said its
ballistic missiles have a range of
up to 2,000km and are capable of
reaching Israel and US bases in
the region. State television
showed footage of the new
surface-to-surface “Kheibar
Shekan” (Kheibar buster) missile.
“This long-range missile is
domestically manufactured by
the Revolutionary Guards. It has
high accuracy and is propelled by
solid fuel and is capable of
penetrating missile shields,” state
media reported. – Reuters

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NEWS WITHOUT BORDERS

Food shortage fears spark panic buying

o Hong Kong back under stringent prepared at all, and we ordinary adding that her daily grocery bill had said they were fully booked.
Covid restrictions as infections surge citizens can only look out for doubled this week. “They say the closure is temporary
ourselves,” a woman surnamed Siu,
HONG KONG: Shoppers thronged but a number that pales in 42, told AFP yesterday. Unlike much of the rest of the but who knows when it will reopen,” a
markets here fearing a shortage of comparison with outbreaks around world, where governments opting to man surnamed Cheung told AFP as
food yesterday, familiar scenes in a the world. She was among the throng of adapt to a new Covid-present normal he waited for a haircut.
city that is back under gruelling Covid morning shoppers anxious over fresh have gradually opened up, Hong
restrictions in contrast to much of the The Omicron-fuelled spike has produce supply, which the city Kong’s “zero Covid” policy has meant “It feels like we have gone back to
world. alarmed authorities and Chief mostly imports from the mainland. doubling down on restrictions. the start of the pandemic. It’s very
Executive Carrie Lam announced dispiriting.”
Hong Kong has followed renewed curbs on the 7.5 million This week a cross-border truck The latest area to see anti-Covid
mainland China in maintaining a residents of the financial hub. driver tested positive for Covid, measures bite was Discovery Bay, a Hong Kongers also took to social
strict “zero-Covid” policy that has spurring a temporary hold-up of wealthy suburb home to some 20,000 media to express their frustration.
kept infections low through targeted In scenes reminiscent of early delivery trucks. well-heeled residents, when they
lockdowns and extensive social 2020, when the coronavirus first were ordered to be tested en masse “We have done all you ask, we sat
distancing measures. emerged in China, Hong Kongers this Hong Kong’s vegetable supply has after the virus was found in a major quietly as mental health takes a toll,
week scrambled to stock up as panic since decreased by about a third, the sewage pipe. as families are torn apart and as
The city recorded 1,161 new set in over food supply shocks. government said. businesses close down because it is
infections yesterday, a daily record Lam also ordered religious sites all in the hope of China reopening
“It feels like the government isn’t The shortage has sent produce and hair salons to close by today – our borders,” wrote one resident in an
prices in wet markets soaring with sending Hong Kongers rushing to open letter that went viral.
shelves in supermarkets sitting bare. barbers for a last-minute trim.
“You have tried for two years, and
“I don’t remember vegetables ever Five hair salons in Central district failed. When will you stop holding the
being this expensive,” Siu said, citizens of this city hostage?”– AFP

Canada provinces to ease curbs, truckers dig in South Korea drops
‘test and trace’ strategy
OTTAWA: Truckers paralysing the Canadian The so-called “Freedom Convoy” began in More than 80% of Canadians aged
capital in anger at Covid rules showed no sign January in western Canada – launched in five and up are fully vaccinated against the SEOUL: South Korea said yesterday it was
of backing down on Tuesday, as several of the anger at requirements truckers either be coronavirus. dropping its vaunted “trace, test and treat”
nation’s provinces announced it was time to vaccinated, or test and isolate, when crossing programme as a surge in Omicron cases threatens
roll back restrictions that count among the the US-Canadian border. “The population is fed up. I’m fed up. to overwhelm the country’s healthcare system.
world’s toughest. We’re all fed up,” said Francois Legault,
Having snowballed into an occupation of premier of Quebec province, which At the start of the pandemic in 2020, South
With authorities struggling to bring the the capital, the protest has sparked solidarity announced it would lift most Covid Korea was hit by one of the worst early outbreaks of
protest movement to heel, Saskatchewan in rallies across the nation and abroad, and by restrictions by mid-March, with the disease outside China but brought it under
the country’s west said it was ready to lift all Tuesday had forced the temporary closure of a hospitalisations now trending downward. control with mass testing and aggressive contact
pandemic restrictions, with Quebec and key US border bridge, the busiest international tracing.
Alberta also signalling plans to ease measures. land-border crossing in North America. “Right now, we can take a calculated risk
and finally turn the page.” The strategy earned the country widespread
And in the capital, Prime Minister Justin Protester Martin Desforges, 46, said he was praise, but Seoul has now decided to drop the
Trudeau – who a day earlier issued a stern determined to stay “until the end”, which Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe system after surpassing one million infections over
warning the protests “had to stop” – appeared organisers said would come only when all announced a lifting in coming weeks of Covid the weekend due to the rapid spread of Omicron.
to shift tone, saying he understood “how pandemic restrictions were lifted. restrictions including requiring testing or
frustrated everyone is” and that “the time is proof of vaccine status for businesses and The “trace, test and treat” approach is “difficult
coming when we will be able to relax”. “I’m against wearing a mask, all distancing public venues – saying the “policy has run its to operate due to limited resources” and has
measures and restaurant closures,” he said. course”. “excessively high social and economic costs”, said
“We’re all sick and tired of restrictions, of senior health official Sohn Young-rae.
mandates, of having to make sacrifices,” he “Getting vaccinated should be a decision Vaccine mandates for travellers are set by
said, adding, however, that vaccine mandates between a person and their doctor, not the Canada’s federal government, but most other South Korea’s daily caseload hit a record high of
were the “way to avoid further restrictions.” government,” echoed fellow protester John Covid measures are the responsibility of 49,567 on Tuesday, with health authorities saying
Hawley-Wight. provincial authorities. – AFP the number could hit 170,000 later this month.

The figure has more than doubled in less than a
week.

A new set of measures to manage the virus is
taking effect in stages starting this month, and will
refocus resources on the most vulnerable, health
officials said.

The aim is to diagnose and treat high-risk
groups to “prevent the collapse of the medical
system and the deterioration of social and
economic functions”, Sohn said.

Authorities will be prioritising tests for people
aged 60 or older.

Previously, anyone testing positive was sent to a
government centre for treatment and quarantine,
but now asymptomatic patients are being told to
stay at home. – AFP

BRIEFS CORONAVIRUS CASES
SURPASS 400 MILLION
Policemen watching as protesters tape a flag to a flag pole outside the parliament in Wellington yesterday. – AFPPIX
LONDON: Global Covid-19 cases surpassed
New Zealand protesters vow to stay ‘as long as it takes’ 400 million yesterday, according to a
Reuters tally, as the highly contagious
WELLINGTON: Anti-vaccine mandate left yesterday, but a hardcore of several “We’re here as long as it takes,” he said. Omicron variant dominates the outbreak.
protesters faced off with police outside New hundred protesters pitched tents and refused “It feels very intimidatory here today, it The Omicron variant accounts for almost all
Zealand’s parliament yesterday, as to leave. feels like the police are trying to incite new cases reported daily. While cases have
demonstrators camped inside the legislature’s violence but it won’t come from us.” begun to level off in many countries, more
grounds vowed to stay “as long as it takes”. Three were arrested after trying to breach New Zealand requires mandatory Covid than two million cases are still being
the police line as supporters chanted “let vaccinations for people working in sectors reported on average each day. Deaths,
The protest, which began on Tuesday as a them through” but officials said the event such as health, law enforcement, education which tend to lag cases, have increased by
copycat of a “Freedom Convoy” action by remained largely peaceful. and defence, with those who refuse the jab 70% in the last five weeks based on the
Canadian truckers, turned tense as about 100 facing the sack. seven-day average. The pandemic has
policemen stood guard on the steps of “Police will continue to monitor activity Proof of vaccination must also be shown to killed over six million people worldwide.
parliament. recognising that people have a right to enter restaurants, sports events and religious The countries reporting the most cases on a
peaceful protest,” they said. services.– AFP seven-day average – US, France, Germany,
Many of the vehicles that jammed Russia, and Brazil – account for 37% of all
central Wellington’s streets on Tuesday had Aucklander Sel Currie said he had no plans new cases reported worldwide. – Reuters
to leave the capital.
W.H.O. URGES RICH COUNTRIES
TO PAY UP FOR ACT-A PLAN

GENEVA: The World Health Organisation
(WHO) yesterday urged rich countries to
pay their fair share of the money needed for
its plan to conquer Covid-19 by
contributing US$16 billion. WHO said the
rapid cash injection into its Access to Covid
Tools Accelerator (ACT-A) could finish off
Covid as a global health emergency this
year. ACT-A is aimed at developing,
producing, procuring and distributing tools
to tackle the pandemic. The scheme wants
US$16 billion upfront from wealthy nations,
with the rest to be self-funded by middle-
income countries. – AFP

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SPEAK UP

Be realistic over 5G deployment

COMMENT in the “late globalisation phase” in 2019, equitable distribution to all operators, incentives term. Also, when fixed cost is covered, telcos will
positioning itself as an “attraction” to transcend to encourage infrastructure and spectrum have more financial freedom to invest in
by Rais Hussin and Margarita Peredaryenko into “integration” spaces, where other countries sharing, government-industry collaboration for innovation, research and development. If
such as Singapore and South Korea have long finding better application for 5G etc. individual telcos don’t, the intensified
LET us dissect Digital National Berhad established their strong presence. So, while we are still trying to roll out 4IR and competition will compensate for it.
(DNB) one more time on the ideas, plain For almost a decade, China, Singapore, South 5G together, we cannot ignore the fact that
logic and strategic policy planning with a Korea and other nations championing 5G have coverage and quality of the previous generation The neutral and government-controlled
detail analysis of the issue EMIR been consistently leading various global digital networks in our country have serious issues. entity owning the passive RAN infrastructure
Research published earlier (“Deconstructing 5G skills and competitiveness rankings. The However, those can be addressed in a more can initially focus on extending passive
rollout in Malaysia” in two parts on Jan 14 and amount of digital integration, transformation, efficient and effective way with less unwanted infrastructure to new areas but if need be,
Jan 24). creative skills in these nations is simply externalities to the entire national ecosystem. acquire the existing infrastructure on a willing
astonishing, with the internet of buyer/willing seller basis. The government can
From a mainstream narrative, leaving aside “The Singlethings devices omnipresent across Improving connectivity in rural also focus on policies encouraging the sharing of
the far-fetched claims made by DNB areas the existing infrastructure, which is a recent
proponents, the two realistic impacts would be industries and social life. These are trend in the telecom industry worldwide.
improving internet connectivity in rural areas the antecedents or prerequisites, or Wholesale If Malaysia needs a monopoly to Improving overall quality of internet
and overall quality of internet connectivity in critical success factors, for 5G-wide Network model solve its internet access problem Malaysia’s telcos have been blamed by DNB
the country. adoption. will make the on a nationwide scale, then it proponents for “excessive profiteering” while
should be a neutral entity providing substandard quality services. They
If these are the intended impacts, then the At the same time, Malaysia has controlled by the government and were even claimed to be “among the most
DNB proposal as it stands today can be best been consistently losing its 4IR plot tasked to build, operate and profitable in the world”, according to a business
described as a misplaced solution. This is because important decisive industry maintain passive Radio Access and financial weekly.
because the same impacts can be achieved in a solutions are never made on time competitive but Network (RAN) infrastructure (this
more efficient, straightforward manner and and where they are direly needed. on features that can also include spectrum) with Global indexes provide reliable measures by
would be agreeable to all stakeholders, provided open access to all licensees. covering the minimal requirement of having at
the government does not flop on execution and Our Global Innovation Index least three data sources to capture a variable of
conducts it with high standard of governance has been in permanent steep interest. As such, DNB proponents’ claims seem
and integrity. decline since 2013. From 2020 to If DNB proponents argue their to be rather exaggerated. Malaysia is at par with
2021 alone, Malaysia has lost 20 can be quickly supply-driven model in the context its regional peers even in terms of internet
Therefore, DNB’s insistence on its original positions in Smart City Index copied by of previous generation networks affordability (mobile included). Only Singapore
proposal of a Single Wholesale Network (SWN) ranking that measures even competitors, are reliable, as 4G is sufficient to significantly outperformed us, but the island
model requires proper investigation by mundane manifestations of digital cover the needs of rural dwellers – city-state is in its own league. The only thing
various authorities. transformation in society. With the provision of fibre, including Malaysia is notably below the Asean group
these weak fundamentals, a therefore, making fibre to homes for fixed broadband average is internet quality.
Strategic deployment sluggish 5G demand inadequate to the industry and mobile broadband, is
DNB’s “supply-driven” or “cost-recovery” model cover minimum coverage capacity unattractive in sufficient to satisfy the purpose of a Global data indicates a strong link between
appears to ignore the basic and fundamental will not only negatively impact supply-driven model. proper governance and regulation and adequate
principle: The value of any technology is the long term.telcos’ cashflows but also DNB’s The sharing of passive RAN internet infrastructure/quality. Therefore, issue
unlocked only if there is a solid foundation in infrastructure, which constitutes of internet quality should be resolved by
the form of other compatible technologies (not “securitised” cashflows, and the largest cost for telcos, has no enforcing the appropriate standards in our
forgetting necessary tech skills and knowledge therefore, will become the telecommunication industry, for example, via
base) which we call ecosystem, to create a taxpayer’s liability quickly. value added in itself and causes revocation of spectrum licensing for
conducive, enabling environment and demand In other words, 5G has time to grow disruption in terms of duplication, but will solve substandard quality.
for new technology, therefore, maximising the organically in our country. Otherwise, over a vector of problems in one go.
value per dollar invested in it. supply, inefficiencies and waste will always be Telcos will now be more inclined to come to DNB’s proposal has raised serious questions
ironed out by losers to the industry whether it is rural areas with their service offerings, at least from local and global industry leaders, analysts
In Malaysia, due to lack of digitalisation and led by the public or private sectors. Although, on for previous generation networks, to tap a and members of parliament. However, DNB has
nascent digital transformation, 5G will be this 5G rollout, the private sector appears to be market that has suddenly opened up for them. yet to address those substantively.
enjoyed by selective enterprises and minority more sense-driven and grounded in reality. This move will also increase competition in the
well-offs, with cutting-edge 5G-enabled phones It would be absolutely instrumental for our industry while preserving great potential for As a first step, the government needs to come
for at least another few years. policymakers to borrow wisdom from “The 5G long-term competitive advantage driven by up with realistic and workable strategies so we
Readiness Guide” by the Economist Intelligence innovation, research and development in active can start benchmarking leading nations in 5G.
Note that Kuala Lumpur has never appeared Unit (based on a study of 60 of the world’s largest RAN equipment and, therefore, keep the
in the top 20 or 30 global startup ecosystem markets), which lists the following as key industry attractive. Dr Rais Hussin and Dr Margarita Peredaryenko
report (presented by Startup Genome group strategies for successful 5G deployment: High On the contrary, the SWN model will make are part of the research team of EMIR Research,
since 2012). And only in the 2020 report, we capacity to monetise 5G, early access to 5G the industry competitive but on features that can
appeared as an “early globalisation phase spectrum (early auctions took place in all those be quickly copied by competitors, therefore, an independent think tank focused on strategic
ecosystem”, while Jakarta was declared as being countries that DNB benchmarks), with making the industry unattractive in the long policy recommendations based on rigorous

research. Comments: [email protected]

Grateful for PR1MA housing moratorium

LETTERS My family was among those who purchased a our rental and also payment for our PR1MA home. We are fortunate that the minister stepped in
PR1MA house in 2019 and soon after Covid-19 hit Paying for two homes was too much to timely to assist us, otherwise we would have gone
[email protected] Malaysia. We took a loan from the Public Sector deeper into debt.
Housing Financing Board and had to start handle, but we were relieved when Housing and
FOR those who purchased homes from PR1MA, repayments in November last year although our Local Government Minister Reezal Merican Naina My family would like to thank the minister and
they have to start paying their loans 24 months house was only around 50% complete. Merican announced a six-month moratorium the government for taking our plight into
after the project starts, whether the house is recently. consideration.
completed or not. However, the project was delayed due to the
pandemic and movement control orders. This We are hoping our homes will be completed Zainuddin Idris
meant we would have had to fork out RM350 for by then and hope to move in and give up our Bukit Mertajam
rented home.

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COMMENT by Dr Muzaffar Syah Mallow

Covid-19 education clusters distressing
DUE to the sharp rise of
Covid-19 education us. We implemented this method told to close again few days or necessary preparations. implemented entirely. Only when
clusters in the country of teaching in 2020 and 2021. By weeks after classes resume. Many students currently are in we are facing an emergency like
lately, the government, now, everyone should be able to The students would again end a fix as to what the standard today, and with the closure of
through the Education Ministry adapt to this modern approach. up spending unnecessary money operating procedures are for schools and universities, are we
(MoE) and Higher Education As such, bringing back this on travel, flights and returning to varsities. forced to apply a modern method
Ministry (MOHE), should strongly mode should not be a problem. accommodation and rental We should also give students of teaching.
consider allowing schools and What is important is the safety deposits, only to be told later that time to be mentally and
universities to go back to online of our students. face-to-face classes are cancelled. emotionally prepared if they Despite complaints over the
teaching and learning until it is Students need to feel safe As such, it is crucial for MoE are required to continue with use of online learning, this should
safe and conducive for us to in order to focus on online classes. not hamper our efforts to make
conduct face-to-face teaching and their studies effectively. Meanwhile, use of technology as part of our
learning. If they do not feel “Our educators and students in schools and MoE and MOHE national education policy in the
confident with the should draft a long-term.
As the country is still struggling environment at universities should be given enough facilities and comprehensive
with the high number of daily school or university, training to make online learning a plan on the process The government should
reported Covid-19 infections, they will find it hard of online learning strengthen its use across all
especially involving pupils and to concentrate on for schools and educational sectors. A budget
students, and with the new their studies. permanent reality, and not just to be used or universities as part should be allocated for this so it
Omicron variant, we need to ask In the meantime, utilised during emergencies. of our national can be a success.
ourselves if it is safe for schools both MoE and MOHE education policy,
and universities to conduct should initiate a which can be fully Our educators and students
face-to-face classes? back-up plan in case and permanently should be given enough facilities
Covid-19 cases implemented and training to make online
Although there are complaints continue to rise in the country. and MOHE to come up with a plan throughout the country. learning a permanent reality, and
over the online teaching and University students will also to deal with the matter soon before Although a plan to utilise not just to be used or utilised
learning process, relevant parties need to spend a lot of money to go semesters begin. The proposed online learning has been during emergencies.
can take immediate steps to make back to campus. plan will need to be drafted and developed and implemented in
necessary improvements and It would be disappointing for announced immediately so some schools and universities few Dr Muzaffar Syah Mallow,
adjustments to the system. these students if universities are students and parents can make years back, it has not been Assoc Prof, Faculty of Syariah
and Law, Universiti Sains Islam
Online learning is not new to
Malaysia. Comments:
[email protected]

Will metaverse scar our generation further?

█ BY FREYA INDIA Gen Z has the least positive life Instead of taking action, disconnecting from screens, In the metaverse,
IN the wake of damning revelations outlook of all generations, with lower Zuckerberg is doubling down and increasing in-person interactions or VR headsets and
from whistleblower Frances Haugen levels of emotional and social well- preparing to intensify our online spending more time in nature – could AR glasses will
and the leaking of the “Facebook being, more unmet social needs, and experience. Despite assurances that be sabotaged by the release of this allow users to
files”, Facebook CEO Mark being two to three times more likely Meta “cares deeply about issues like new and addictive virtual world. “visit” wherever
Zuckerberg decided it was the right to report thinking about, planning or safety, well-being and mental health”, they like and be
time to go ahead and announce his attempting suicide from late 2019 to the company is desperately trying to Sadly, I doubt Gen Z will want to whoever they
ambitions for an even more late 2020. inveigle its way into the minds of the resist the metaverse. We are a want to be.
mesmeric and invasive social media most mentally vulnerable generation in which vast numbers insecure, anxious and disconnected,
experience: The metaverse. Many of us trace our problems generation. report feeling overwhelmingly and now it feels as if we are being
back to social media. Granted, the anxious, isolated, depressed and conveniently provided with the
“The next platform will be even evidence is mixed: Some studies Zuckerberg has admitted that he dissatisfied with their lives. Why escape.
more immersive – an embodied associate social media usage with is now trying to shift from serving would we not pacify ourselves with Feel lonely? Make friends in the
internet where you are in the devastating mental health outcomes, older users toward young adults, pixelated experiences and escape metaverse! Feel insecure? Be
experience, not just looking at it,” including self-harm and suicidal whom he describes as the company’s reality for a while? someone else for the day! Feel
Zuckerberg explained eagerly last ideation, while others suggest it has a “north star” demographic. anxious? Relax with a VR walk in
October, a little over a month after the negligible impact. What about those of us who are nature! Like so much of social media,
Facebook files became public. These Meta has been busy sponsoring battling eating and body dysmorphic I fear the metaverse will simply take
files, which were part of Facebook’s What we do know, however, is that young TikTok influencers to promote disorders, who will suddenly be able Gen Z’s unfulfilled needs and fill
own research, revealed that teens the psychological well-being of metaverse-themed content, in an to transform into the metaverse them with shallow and soulless
blame Instagram for rising rates of adolescents across the world was effort to get Gen-Zers excited about avatar of their choice? digital experiences that, in the end,
anxiety, depression and body image relatively stable before it began to our VR future. just make us feel worse.
issues, with one in five claiming that decline after 2012. Causation cannot What about the millions among Maybe the metaverse will fail or
the Facebook-owned app makes be proved, but this was also the first It all feels very sinister. What are Gen Z who are increasingly fearful of fizzle out, but when society is only
them feel worse about themselves. year that a majority of Americans the long-term effects of being able to face-to-face interactions, or those of now coming to grips with the fallout
owned a smartphone and the period transform into the perfect avatar? us who feel alone in the real world? of a photo-sharing app developed
Yet, weeks later, Zuckerberg was when being on social media became What will that do to self-esteem? And The temptation to immerse ourselves over a decade ago, can we really
already gushing about the infinite essential among adolescents. what if VR starts to replace physical will be too great. afford to unleash this immersive VR
possibilities of his coming metaverse. reality? and just hope for the best?
“We are at the beginning of the next Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt Tech companies know this. The Is it ethical to wait for the data to
chapter for the internet,” began his has also observed that between 2009 There is already growing evidence metaverse will no doubt tap into Gen emerge before we act? Now is surely
founder’s letter. “Think about how and 2012, social media platforms that the pandemic has taken a toll on Z’s vulnerabilities and entice us with the time to demand transparency
many physical things you have today changed drastically; Facebook added Gen Z’s mental health, with the its promise of escapism. Meta is from Meta about how its metaverse
that could just be holograms in the the “like” button and Twitter added its global prevalence of depression and already presenting its metaverse as could affect public health, and to
future.” retweet feature. Tellingly, 2012 was anxiety symptoms in children and the answer to our problems, alleging ensure reliable precautions and age
also the year that Instagram was first adolescents doubling during Covid- that its focus is to help “people restrictions are put in place.
In the metaverse, VR (virtual released on Android, with the app 19 compared with pre-pandemic connect”, “find communities” and A fully developed and all-
reality) headsets and AR (augmented racking up over one million estimates. Social isolation and enjoy “the feeling that you are right encompassing metaverse may be
reality) glasses will allow users to downloads in the first day. reduced peer interactions likely there with another person” – all very some time coming, but my
“visit” wherever they like and be played a part in this. appealing to a generation which generation deserves to know exactly
whoever they want to be. The uneven spread of mental reports “feeling consistently alone”. how Meta plans to protect our mental
illness also suggests that social media Discouragingly, any effort Gen- health and resolve the problems of
Zuckerberg’s vision stretches far is playing a significant role. Within Zers are now making to improve their For years, tech giants have Facebook and Instagram, before its
beyond gaming and socialising too – Gen Z, young girls are the most mental health – whether it is by contributed to my generation feeling universe is unveiled. Maybe the kids
it will eventually encompass virtual prominent users of social media and will be alright. But I would rather we
workplaces and schools, to which we have suffered significantly larger panic now than wait for the
will be able to “teleport instantly as a increases in anxiety, depression, and whistleblowers. – The Independent
hologram”. self-harm than boys.

As part of the first generation raised For example, in England and
online, this horrifies me. Privacy and Wales, the number of girls and young
censorship fears aside, we are women aged between 10 and 24
currently engulfed in what can only be committing suicide has risen by 94%
described as a mental health crisis. since 2012. In the US, rates of hospital
admissions for self-harm doubled
In the past decade, across multiple among girls aged 10 to 14 between
countries, rates of anxiety, 2010 and 2014.
depression, self-harm and suicide
among Gen-Zers have risen “One major question is how much
dramatically. Rates of eating proof parents, regulators and
disorders, body dysmorphic legislators need before intervening to
disorders, attention deficit disorders protect vulnerable young people,”
and a host of other psychological Jonathan Haidt warned in a recent
issues are also on the increase. article. “The preponderance of the
evidence now available is disturbing
In fact, a recent survey shows that enough to warrant action.”

10 theSUN ON THURSDAY | FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Purchase must be based IBN Corp
on need, financial ability targets
more local
KUALA LUMPUR: Purchase a o It’s the fundamental rule, estate agents buyers for
property based on personal need institutepresidentremindspotential buyers its properties
and financial ability and not on
other people’s opinions – this is the (Napic JPPH), the house price index “It’s our view that it’s an Chan urged purchasers to reach PETALING JAYA: High-end property
fundamental rule in investing in showed rising values over the years. opportune moment to purchase if out to MIEA members who are developer IBN Corp Ltd aims to
property, the Malaysian Institute of you have the need and ability to do registered estate agents, increase the ratio of its local customer
Estate Agents (MIEA) said. “Property prices have adjusted so. The longer you wait the higher probationary estate agents and real base to 50% by recalibrating its sales
due to the pandemic and, barring the price will be, then it will be out of estate negotiators to acquire and marketing strategies to focus
MIEA president Chan Ai Cheng any unforeseen circumstances, we reach for many,” she said. information on their property of more on the local market and by
said those seeking property, don’t envisage the prices going interest to determine the right price engaging with leading local property
therefore, should rent instead of buy down further,” she said. Besides that, Chan said, as the to enter the market. – Bernama agencies.
if they are not sure of their job and Malaysian economy’s growth is
financial stability. Chan said the building materials expected to strengthen to between Due to the current travel standard
cost index has gone up by 0.3% to 5.5% and 6.5%, it will give confidence operating procedures, the company
“Purchasers must understand 3.1%, giving rise to higher cost of to the market to purchase property. with a customer base consisting of
that property is a medium- to long- construction and, coupled with the mostly overseas buyers said foreign
term investment and not one based shortage of labour, would pressure “We foresee that many new customers were unable to visit
on speculation. Purchasing or increase of prices. purchasers will enter the market as their project sites and sales galleries
renting is a great option. they have waited for two years now here.
“Our members are already (since pandemic hit the country),
“Renting gives you flexibility and experiencing this in the landed many have saved money for this IBN Corp director Megat Khalil
purchasing builds equity and hedges residential homes sector. It is a purpose and, most importantly, they Izzuddin Shah said it has been
against inflation,” she said in a known fact that property prices go have a need for a roof over their challenging to look for local
statement on Tuesday. up and fluctuate over time and they head.” customers that meet the company’s
are now at one of their lowest points. criteria for its flagship development
Chan said that based on the 20- IBN Highlands City at Genting
year National Property Information Highlands, Pahang, a mixed-use
Centre Finance Ministry’s Valuation project with a gross development
and Property Services Department value (GDV) of RM6.2 billion
specifically designed for investment
Median housing affordability at RM474,900, says iProperty purposes.

KUALA LUMPUR: Property portal “We are pleased to see that made up of users aged 55 and above. groups of LoanCare users in 2021, “However, Genting Highlands is
iProperty.com.my has released property developers are launching LoanCare is part of the lower end of the median housing the world’s leading tourist
findings which indicated that the residential properties that affordability spectrum is made up of destination. Its spectacular views,
overall median housing affordability correspond with the demand of first- iProperty.com.my’s efforts to 18 to 24-year-olds (RM319,461) and vast variety of entertainment options,
stands at RM474,900 and median time home buyers, who typically support homeownership among 25 to 34-year-olds (RM438,300). and urban infrastructure is attracting
home loan instalment at RM2,000. have lower median affordability. Malaysians and the portal is on a 28 million tourists every year, so
mission to be Southeast Asia’s iProperty noted that their median properties here definitely have an
The data was collected from Jan “Considering the impact of property trust platform by providing affordability is within the RM300,001 attractive investment proposition
1, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021, based on the Covid-19 on the purchasing power comprehensive data and insights to RM500,000 price range of 34% of even among the locals.
year’s user data of LoanCare, the of many Malaysians, it is more that optimise property search and all newly launched residential units
portal’s home loan eligibility crucial than ever for property prices decision-making. in the third quarter of 2021, as “We have received encouraging
indicator. to align with the financial reported by the National Property responses from the market for Block 1
capabilities of first-time buyers,” he Shylendra said property seekers Information Centre (Napic) in its and 2. On the back of this progress,
PropertyGuru Malaysia country said in a statement on Tuesday. would do well to have a complete Property Market Q3 2021 Snapshot. the company is in midst of planning
manager Shylendra Nathan said it is picture, and LoanCare provides for the launch of Block 3 and 3A in the
encouraging to see that the median According to the findings, users of them with this edge by helping them The mature property-seeking second quarter of 2022,” Megat Khalil
affordability among young property the home loan eligibility indicator calculate their debt service ratio and groups who used Loancare recorded said in a statement on Monday.
seekers is within the price range of comprise various age groups, with the compare their own home loan median housing affordability of
one-third of new units coming onto bulk aged between 25 and 34 (57%), eligibility across up to 17 banks in RM872,988 (45 to 54-years-old), IBN Corp’s key developments
the housing market in the third followed by 35-44 (26%), 18-24 (10%), Malaysia. RM667,226 (55-64), and RM664,724 include IBN Bukit Bintang, a RM1.3
quarter of 2021. 45-54 (7%), and the remaining is (35-44), said the portal. – Bernama billion GDV luxury high-rise project
Comparing the different age that will be the tallest residential
building in Kuala Lumpur, and IBN
Sarawak launches Housing Deposit Assistance Scheme Highlands City.

KUCHING: The Sarawak government Abang Johari (left) launching the Housing Deposit Assistance Scheme and the Mutiara Spectra Home Programme in “Phase 1 of IBN Highlands City is
has launched the Housing Deposit Kuching. – BERNAMAPIX expected to be completed by
Assistance Scheme (HDAS) involving December 2023, whereas IBN Bukit
an allocation of RM10 million as part applications received. allocated by the Land and Survey Spectra Home Programme where Bintang is due for completion in the
of its efforts to help low- and middle- Earlier, in his speech, Abang Department under the Village the cost of building a house will be second quarter of 2024. Our new
income earners, especially youths, to Extension Scheme and the borne by Mutiara Mortgage through projects this year include a 40-acre
own a house. Johari said HDAS is also extended to Resettlement Scheme. the Mutiara Dream Home recreational park near IBN Highlands
those who want to build houses on Financing Scheme,” he said. – City,” he said.
Chief Minister Tan Sri Abang their own land. “Under this initiative, Mutiara Bernama
Johari Tun Openg said that through Mortgage will introduce the Mutiara Meanwhile, Megat Khalil said,
the scheme, which is managed by “The land ownership must be international buyers are still attracted
Mutiara Mortgage and Credit Sdn to buying property in Malaysia,
Bhd, a subsidiary of the Sarawak especially in Kuala Lumpur, Genting
Housing Development Corporation Highlands, and Sabah.
(HDC), the state government will
provide a maximum deposit of “Malaysia remains one of the most
RM10,000 or 10% of the house value ideal countries for retirement due to
to eligible recipients. its excellent weather and living
environment, and international
He said the initial allocation will investors are interested in properties
benefit 1,200 young applicants from in the heart of Kuala Lumpur and
the B40 and M40 groups who cannot areas with tourism-related projects.
afford to pay the deposit.
“As a multilingual and
“They don’t need to pay it back as multicultural country, Malaysia has
it is a sincere assistance from the advantage in providing an
state government and the deposit environment that is easy for
will be automatically credited to the foreigners to blend in. The highly
eligible recipients’ account,” he told accessible public transportation
a press conference after launching system, affordable medical cost, and
the scheme on Monday. excellent education are parts of the
attractive prospects.
Abang Johari said the scheme is
also open to applicants who buy “In addition, investors like the
houses from private developers or freehold options and the price in
contractors who are registered with exchange for the quality of lifestyle, as
Mutiara Mortgage. compared to what they can get back
in their home countries such as
He said the allocation for the China, Hong Kong, Singapore and
scheme would be increased in the Japan. As a result, Malaysia’s property
future depending on the number of market has remained quite stable
throughout these two years,” he said.

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45.1 Institutions 1004.7 1266.0 -261.3

28.7 Retail 712.9 731.2 -18.3

26.2 Foreign 800.5 520.9 279.6

100.0 2518.1 2518.1 0.0 21.42 18.30 500.50 27.32 295.35 185.20 22.38 81.60
KLCI STI HANG SENG SCI NIKKEI TSEC KOSPI S&P/ASX200
Preliminary stats (excluding trade amendments). For final data, please refer to www.bursamalaysia.com 1,551.51 24,829.99 3,479.95 27,579.87 18,151.76 2,768.85
Source: Bursa Malaysia 3,420.04 7,268.30

KL MARKET SUMMARY Petronas, MOL to explore
February 9, 2022

INDICES CHANGE transport of liquefied CO2
FBMEMAS 11,158.08 +128.65
FBMKLCI 1,551.51 +21.42
CONSUMER PRODUCTS 573.88 +4.67
INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS 207.84 +2.19
CONSTRUCTION 149.38 +0.30
FINANCIAL SERVICES 16,112.73 +284.95
ENERGY 778.67 -8.44
TELECOMMUNICATIONS 615.49 +6.77 o Collaboration important
HEALTH CARE 2,177.11 -28.60 as long-haul shipping of
TRANSPORTATION 881.94 +9.10 the fuel plays essential
PROPERTY 702.59 -0.07 role in CCUS value chain:
PLANTATION 6,683.72 +65.14 Malaysian state energy
FBMSHA 11,848.31 +101.77 firm’s CEO of upstream
FBMACE 6,307.71 +60.10
TECHNOLOGY 83.52 +0.83

TURNOVER VALUE
2.959 BIL RM2.518 BIL

5 MOST ACTIVES PETALING JAYA: Petroliam Nasional Bhd
February 9, 2022 (Petronas) has signed a memorandum of
understanding (MoU) with leading global
STOCK VOL CLSG (sen) +/– (sen) shipping company Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd Adif (left) and head of CCS Enterprise Nora’in Md Salleh with copies of the MoU.
VSOLAR 251,850,100 1.5 +0.5 (MOL) to jointly explore opportunities in
DNEX 107,122,200 102.0 +4.5 liquefied carbon dioxide (CO2)
MMAG 87,177,200 8.0 -0.5 transportation for the carbon capture,
AIRASIA 83,038,400 68.5 +2.5 utilisation and storage (CCUS) value chain
SEDANIA 67,032,600 50.5 +10.5 in the Asia-Pacific and Oceania regions.

5 TOP GAINERS “Petronas continuously explores executive vice-president and CEO of capture, transport and storage.
February 9, 2022 opportunities to reduce carbon emissions Upstream Adif Zulkifli said in a statement. MOL will contribute its expertise in the
in our operations. This collaboration is
STOCK VOL CLSG (RM) +/– RM important as long-haul liquefied CO2 Petronas is taking deliberate steps to safe transportation of liquefied CO2 with
SAM 162,500 23.50 1.20 transportation plays an essential role in the build a resilient and sustainable portfolio Larvik Shipping AS, a company qualified to
PMBTECH-WA 38,800 14.98 0.88 CCUS value chain. aligned to its growth strategy, delivering operate liquefied CO2 vessels for food-
PMBTECH-LA 6,700 17.70 0.70 effective solutions with a lower carbon grade CO2.
NESTLE 58,400 133.60 0.60 “We are confident that MOL’s strong footprint through commercial and
PMBTECH 515,600 17.86 0.46 track record, coupled with its recent operational excellence, renewable energy Safe and efficient transportation of
acquisition of Larvik Shipping AS which has generation and technology innovations. liquefied CO2 connects CCUS sites over
5 TOP LOSERS safely transported CO2 for over 30 years, long distances where pipelines are not
February 9, 2022 will position both Petronas and MOL as Petronas supports the transition towards economically viable.
leaders in the region for long-haul lower-carbon energy sources by applying
transportation of liquefied CO2,” Petronas technology that lowers emissions across the The MoU was signed in a virtual
value chain, which includes carbon ceremony on Monday by Adif and MOL
president and CEO Takeshi Hashimoto.

STOCK VOL CLSG (RM) +/– RM Wholesale & retail trade rebounds in Q4
HARTA 19,019,900 5.16 0.41
AEONCR 14.70 0.20 PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s wholesale & Looking at the performance across sub- Meanwhile, it reported the volume index
F&N 51,300 24.14 0.16 retail trade rebounded 1.4% in the fourth sectors, the volume index of motor vehicles of retail trade climbed 10.8% compared to
HSI-HMV 187,000 0.66 0.135 quarter (Q4) of 2021 which translates to a which expanded 3.7% year-on-year (y-o-y) the previous quarter.
HONGSENG 16,000 2.83 0.13 2.1% increase in the volume index for the was mainly contributed by sales of motor
2,408,200 full year, according to the latest figures by vehicle and sales, maintenance & repair of Volume index of wholesale trade sub-
the Department of Statistics Malaysia motorcycles which posted positive growths sector edged down marginally 0.03% in
EXCHANGE RATES FEBRUARY 9, 2022 (DoSM). of 8.9% and 1.7%, respectively. Q4’21 from Q4’20 and the contraction was
attributed to wholesale on a fee or contract
Foreign currency Bank sell Bank buy Bank buy The country’s chief statistician Datuk Seri “For the quarterly performance, the basis which eased 7.5%.
Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin pointed out the volume index of motor vehicles surged
1 US DOLLAR TT/OD TT OD increase for the year was attributed to the 136.9% as compared to the preceding This was followed by other specialised
1 AUSTRALIAN DOLLAR 4.2455 4.1205 4.1105 motor vehicles sub-sector which rose 3.7%, quarter, spearheaded by sales, maintenance wholesale which contracted 4%.
1 BRUNEI DOLLAR 3.0500 2.9290 2.9130 followed by retail trade with 2%. & repair of motorcycles with 258.2%.”
1 CANADIAN DOLLAR 3.1560 3.0630 3.0550 On the other hand, Uzir noted other
1 EURO 3.3360 3.2480 3.2360 However, the figures indicated wholesale On the other hand, DoSM revealed retail groups in this sub-sector posted positive
1 NEWZEALAND DOLLAR 4.8520 4.6960 4.6760 trade inched down marginally at 0.03% in trade’s volume 2% gain was attributed to growth.
1 SINGAPORE DOLLAR 2.8320 2.7280 2.7120 the same period. retail sale not in stores, stalls or market with
1 STERLING POUND 3.1560 3.0630 3.0550 23.9%. “For q-o-q comparison, volume index of
1 SWISS FRANC 5.7580 5.5780 5.5580 For quarter-on-quarter (q-o-q) wholesale trade went up 6.%. As for
100 UAE DIRHAM 4.5760 4.4690 4.4540 comparison, he said the volume index This was followed by retail sale of food, seasonally adjusted volume index,
100 BANGLADESHTAKA 116.9500 110.9000 110.7000 jumped 16.3%, supported by motor vehicles beverages & tobacco 6.5%, retail sale in non- wholesale & retail trade soared 15.3% as
100 CHINESE RENMINBI 5.0310 4.7110 4.5110 which surged 136.9%. specialised stores 6.2%, retail sale via stalls & against the third quarter of 2021.”
100 HONGKONG DOLLAR 66.8000 64.1000 market 5.9%, retail sale of automotive fuels
100 INDIAN RUPEE 55.0600 52.3300 N/A “Compared to the fourth quarter of 2019 4.6%, retail sale of cultural & recreation Uzir said the volume index of wholesale
100 INDONESIAN RUPIAH 5.7800 5.4300 52.1300 which was before the Covid-19 pandemic, goods 0.3%, and retail sale of information & & retail ended 2021 with 124.1 points, which
100 JAPANESE YEN 0.0305 0.0276 5.2300 index volume of this sector expanded to communication equipment 0.1%. went up 2.1% supported by wholesale trade
100 NEWTAIWAN DOLLAR 3.6810 3.5650 0.0226 record 2.1%,” said Uzir. and retail trade which grew 3.8% and 3.4%,
100 PAKISTAN RUPEE 16.4000 3.5550 respectively.
100 PHILIPPINE PESO 2.4800 N/A
100 QATAR RIYAL 8.3800 2.3200 N/A Maxis in talks with regulators, ministry on 5G rollout
100 SAUDI RIYAL 117.9200 7.9000 2.1200
100THAI BAHT 114.4400 111.9400 7.7000 KUALA LUMPUR: Maxis Bhd is in talks with ministry. However, I cannot tell you a time all times.
13.4900 108.6400 111.7400 regulators and the Ministry of (to launch 5G) right now because “The 5G rollout will definitely be part of
11.9700 108.4400 Communications and Multimedia to discussions are ongoing,” he told reporters
11.5700 determine the rollout of its 5G network to after launching the “Rangkaian Kita, our RKRM programme and it compliments
consumers. Rangkaian Malaysia (RKRM)” brand the whole comprehensive network,” he
Source: Malayan Banking Berhad/Bernama campaign yesterday. said.
CEO Gokhan Ogut said the
telecommunications group is working with He said 5G will be part of the RKRM Meanwhile, chief marketing officer Loh
regulators and the ministry on the matter. campaign which will empower all Keh Jiat said before the end of the year,
Malaysians and businesses in the country to Maxis will have a partnership with other
“We are looking forward to 5G (and) we be connected in every possible way, and at companies to bring more entertainment via
have been working with regulators and the live streaming to consumers. – Bernama

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MPOC to promote palm oil’s goodness at Lulu hypermarkets in Dubai

DUBAI: The Malaysian Palm Oil Deputy Minister of Plantation selected Lulu outlets. Agricommodities) Week” at the world of the industry.
Council (MPOC) and Lulu Industries and Commodities Datuk “The promotion campaign is an expo from Feb 7-12. The programme “The concept of ‘Sustainable Agri-
International Group have entered Willie Mongin. extension of our activities to promote highlights Malaysia’s commodities of
into a partnership to promote As part of the partnership, and spread awareness on Malaysia’s palm oil, pepper and cocoa. commodity’ further provides a strong
Malaysian palm oil-based products MPOC’s global consumer campaign sustainable palm oil at Expo 2020 platform for Malaysia in expanding
at Lulu Hypermarkets in Dubai. – the Malaysian Palm Oil Full of Dubai. We are happy to partner with MPOC is showcasing the the global market for palm oil
Goodness campaign – was launched Lulu International Group, which is a Malaysian palm oil industry’s exports. The sector has contributed
A memorandum of at the Lulu Hypermarket at Silicon major retail chain in Asia and the sustainable initiatives and significantly in providing a
understanding (MoU) between Oasis yesterday. Middle East in this endeavour to management. Both aspects are vital continuous inflow of earnings
MPOC and Lulu International group The collaboration with Lulu promote Malaysia’s sustainable palm in ensuring that palm oil remains as through the export of the raw
was signed during the opening of the Hypermarket is for a three-month oil,“ said MPOC CEO Wan Aishah the main pillar of the domestic commodity and value-added
Sustainable Agricommodities (Food period from Feb 9. The campaign will Wan Hamid. economy, as well as a globally products,” said Wan Aishah.
Agricommodities) Week at the promote palm oil products by MPOC, together with the Ministry accepted food source. The initiatives
Malaysia Pavilion in Expo 2020 Malaysian manufacturers whereby of Plantation Industries and include a mandatory certification Malaysia’s overall participation in
Dubai. The MoU was exchanged Lulu Hypermarket will directly Commodities is spearheading scheme, regulatory guidelines, Good Expo 2020 Dubai is led by the
between Jamil Haron, member of source the products from Malaysia’s week-long trade and Agricultural Practices and the Ministry of Science, Technology and
MPOC board of trustees, and Lulu participating Malaysian business programme “Sustainable development of cutting-age Innovation with Malaysian Green
Group International chief operating manufacturers for promotion at Agricommodities (Food technology by the upstream, Technology and Climate Change
officer Abdul Salem VI, witnessed by midstream and downstream sectors Corporation as implementing
agency.

IPI to remain steady
in near term: Analysts

NCER KUALA LUMPUR: The Industrial Production
Integrated Index (IPI), which ended 2021 on a strong note, is
Human Capital set to remain steady in the near term, thanks to full
Programme economic openings post-National Recovery Plan,
participant said Public Investment Bank Bhd.
Yew Zhi Shin,
28, showing It said the index would be further pushed by
her pineapple base effect advantages and favourable external
products at conditions, a boon especially for the
one of the manufacturing component.
exhibits in
Kuala Nerang. - “IPI will also be driven by a lag impact of
BERNAMAPIX expansionary global fiscal strategies in 2021 and
accommodative interest rate environment until
EntrepreneurNCER helps the first half of 2022.
sustain SME, micro businesses
On Feb 8, the Department of Statistics Malaysia
o Small and medium enterprises will be offered financing who runs the Tire and Auto Service Centre BRIEFSannounced that the IPI increased 5.8% year-on-
schemes via partnerships with Maybank and Agrobank, as here, said the funding assistance had enabled year in December 2021 on the back of the
well as given guidance on growing their respectives him to improve and expand his business. increment of 8.4% in the manufacturing index and
3.7% in the electricity index.
KUALA NERANG: An entrepreneurNCER smallholders in large quantities. “Through the funding assistance, I was
programme has been introduced under the “Before joining the programme in 2019, I able to open another branch in Kepala Batas Meanwhile, AmBank (M) Bhd chief
Northern Corridor Economic Region (NCER) near Alor Star in 2021, hence providing job economist/head of research Dr Anthony Dass in a
Integrated Human Capital Programme to was only able to buy the scrap rubber at opportunities for he locals there,” he added. note, said the manufacturing performance is
assist micro-entrepreneurs, as well as small between 30 to 33 tonnes a day, but after expected to remain healthy in 2022.
and medium enterprises (SME), to ensure the getting the funding assistance, I am able to Burhan, who started the business in 2006,
viability and sustainability of their businesses. buy more of up to 50 tonnes a day,” he said said he now has three Tire and Auto Service He said export-led manufacturing activities
when met by Bernama. Centres including a second branch in Pokok such as electrical and electronic products,
Under the entrepreneurNCER programme, Sena which was opened in 2018, and in total chemicals and chemical products, and rubber
micro-entrepreneurs and SMEs are offered Mohd Subhi, who opened the Rubber employed 14 workers at the three premises. products would continue to benefit from global
financing schemes through strategic Collection Centre in 2011, said his ability to demand.
partnerships with Maybank and Agrobank, as buy scrap rubber in large quantities also Meanwhile, NCER in a statement said a
well as given guidance on growing their enabled more than 100 smallholders in the total of 8,927 micro, small and medium “Besides, domestic-led manufacturing
respectives. Padang Terap district to earn more income enterprises in Kedah had benefitted from the activities will also benefit from the reopening of
through their sale of the rubber. financing scheme under the the economy and now the full opening of the
One of the participants in the programme, entrepreneurNCER programme involving a borders with effect from March 1, 2022. – Bernama
Mohd Subhi Musa, 39, who runs a rubber “It also enable me to provide better price total loan of RM101.8 million since 2019.
collection centre here, said he was able to for the smallholders,” he said, adding that he TMC LIFE SCIENCES POSTS
make good of the funding assistance as capital now has 12 employees to assist him at the It also said another 22,500 micro, small and Q2 NET PROFIT OF RM6.9M
for his business by buying scrap rubber from collection centre. medium entrepreneurs in NCER are expected
to benefit from the programme under the PETALING JAYA: TMC Life Sciences Bhd’s net
Another participant, Burhan Hassan, 50, 12th Malaysia Plan with the involvement of profit for its second quarter ended Dec 31,
CIMB and Affin Bank as new strategic 2021 (Q2’22) grew 27.96% to RM6.91 million
partners of the Northern Corridor from RM5.4 million reported in the same
Implementation Authority beginning this quarter of the previous year, mainly due to the
year. – Bernama material factors that affect the earnings and
revenue of the group. Among others is the
MIDF Amanah projects 5.5% expansion in retail trade this year successful recruitment exercise, additional
services offered by the group, higher case
KUALA LUMPUR: MIDF Amanah Investment increase by 7.1% for 2022,” it said in a research significantly high vaccination rate, improving intensity handled, and continuous marketing
Bank forecastS retail trade to expand by 5.5% in note yesterday. labour market, fiscal incentives and stable effort to boost branding.
2022 supported by relaxations of containment inflationary pressure,” it said.
measures, economic reopening and progressive The investment bank said it also expected REVENUE GROUP TO MOVE
improvements in macroeconomic data. private consumption and services sector to Meanwhile, the investment bank said TO MAIN MARKET ON FEB 14
contribute positively towards Q4 2021 gross consumer spending remained on an
The investment bank said improvements in domestic product growth. expansionary path with Malaysia’s distributive KUALA LUMPUR,: Revenue Group Bhd is
macroeconomic data are staging for strong trade sales growth moderated at 3.5% y-o-y in slated to transfer to the Main Market of
consumer spending in the fourth quarter of It said the three-month moving average of December 2021. Bursa Malaysia from the ACE Market on Feb
2021 (Q4 2021) as well as for 2022. distributive trade sales for Q4 2021 grew 5.1% 14. In a filing with Bursa Malaysia yesterday,
year-on-year (y-o-y) versus a decline of 9.1% y- “All three components continue recording the electronic payments firm said its entire
“We forecast private consumption to expand o-y versus Q3 2021. positive growth led by motor vehicles (1.5% y-o- share capital of 466.23 million shares,
by 6% for 2022. With interstate travels allowed, y), wholesale (4.1% y-o-y) and retail (3.5% y-o- together with 156.628 million warrants
we project services sector to benefit and “The consumer spending is set to stay on y),” it said. – Bernama (Warrants 2019/2024) would be transferred
upward trajectory for 2022 underpin by to the Main Market next Monday.“The stock
short name, stock code and international
securities identification number code
remain unchanged,“ it said. – Bernama

REMINDER: AAX TO TRADE ON
CONSOLIDATED BASIS ON FEB 10

PETALING JAYA: Bursa Malaysia reminded
investors the trading of Airasia X Bhd (AAX)
will be based on the consolidated share of 1-
for-10 shares on Feb 10. It said based on the
settlement taking place after Feb 11, AAX
shareholders may sell only up to the
maximum AAX shares they expected to
receive after the consolidation exercise. The
bourse illustrates the number of AAX shares
sold is 1/10 of the number of shares held with
all fractional shares computed disregarded.

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Evergrande says no Toyota, Honda upbeat
fire sales, aims amid tight vehicle supplies
to deliver 600,000
apartments this year o Customers more willing to buy cars with America during the second half of ¥229 billion in operating profit for
fewer financial incentives the business year after they halved to the quarter, also above an average
HONG KONG/SHANGHAI: China US$1,000 (RM4,186) earlier,” said forecast of ¥166.2 billion based on
Evergrande Group needs to clear its TOKYO: Toyota Motor and Honda because they cannot find enough Kohei Takeuchi, Honda’s senior estimates from nine analysts,
debt by fully restoring construction Motor were upbeat about their full- semiconductors amid Covid- managing executive officer told a Refinitive data shows.
and sales activities and not by selling year profit prospects yesterday as related supply chain disruptions news briefing.
off assets on the cheap, its chairman tight vehicle supplies caused by a and competition for the key Still, supply chain disruptions
told an internal meeting, vowing to chip shortage allowed Japan’s two component from other industries, Toyota stuck with its full-year and chip shortages will continue to
complete 50% of presold homes this biggest automakers to charge their such as electronics. profit forecast of ¥2.8 trillion affect operations, Japan’s No. 1 and
year. customers more. (RM101.5 billion), while Honda No. 2 automakers said, prompting
Lower production, however, upgraded its operating profit them to cut costs in a bid to
Hui Ka Yan told staff in a Sunday The Japanese carmakers are also means their customers are more forecast for the year to March 31 by squeeze out more profit per
meeting that the firm aimed to fully benefiting from a weaker yen that willing to buy cars with fewer 21% to ¥800 billion. vehicle.
restore construction work across raised the yen value of their financial incentives that carmakers
China this month, compared with overseas earnings. typically offer to lure them. Toyota’s ¥784.4 billion operating Toyota cut its annual production
93.2% at the end of last year, with a profit for the three months to Dec. 31 target by a half a million more to 8.5
goal of delivering 600,000 Toyota and Honda like other “We are seeing a further 10% was higher than an average forecast million vehicles, while Honda kept
apartments in 2022, according to a carmakers are cutting output reduction in incentives in North of 716.8 billion yen based on the its 4.2 million target, though that was
source with direct knowledge of the estimates from nine analysts, below the 4.85 million it was aiming
matter and media reports. Refinitiv data shows. for at the start of the business year. –
Reuters
Evergrande declined to comment. Meanwhile, Honda reported
Evergrande, the world’s most
indebted property developer withBRIEFS Equinor’s Johan
over US$300 billion (RM1.25 billion) Sverdrup oilfield
in liabilities, has been struggling to platforms in the North
repay creditors, suppliers, and Sea, Norway, in
deliver homes to buyers, epitomising December 2019.
a bloated industry suffering from the Equinor generated
Chinese government’s deleveraging US$25 billion of free
campaign. cash flow last year,
Hui said it currently had around 50 thanks to high energy
billion yuan (RM32.9 billion) of prices and disciplined
presale funds in escrow accounts to spending. –
pay for construction, and a total of 170 REUTERSPIX
billion yuan of cash yet to be collected
from sales, as well as saleable Equinor shareholders to receive US$10b payout
resources to keep construction going.
In 2021, Evergrande recorded OSLO: Norway’s Equinor will pay flow last year. which celebrates 50 years this year, 6% from the fourth quarter of 2020.
contracted sales of 443 billion yuan, out US$10 billion (RM41.86 billion) “We are capturing value from said it would raise its regular The company expects its oil and
down 39% from 2020. – Reuters to shareholders this year after it quarterly dividend to US$0.20 from
reported record fourth-quarter pre- high prices for gas and liquids with US$0.18 previously, and pay an gas production to grow by 2% in
COMMONWEALTH tax profit, joining European rival in excellent performance and additional extraordinary dividend of 2022.
BANK OF AUSTRALIA cashing in on a boom in oil and gas increased production,” CEO Anders US$0.20 for a period of four
PLANS SHARE BUYBACK prices and sending its shares to a Opedal said a in statement. quarters, with overall payments Equinor also said it would
new high. amounting to US$5 billion this year. sharpen its climate ambitions for
SYDNEY: Commonwealth Bank of The oil and gas industry saw a the next decade, reducing net
Australia (CBA) posted a forecast- Adjusted earnings before tax massive turnaround last year as The company also plans to group-wide greenhouse gas
beating surge in first-half profit leapt to US$15 billion in the markets overcame the pandemic- increase its share buybacks in 2022 emissions from its global operations
and said it would buy back stock October-December quarter, up driven slump of 2020, with the price to US$5 billion from US$1.3 billion – so-called scope 1 and scope 2
as a home loan boom offset from US$756 million a year earlier of European natural gas in 2021, up from a previous plan of emissions – by 50% by 2030.
thinner margins. Its shares soared and beating the US$13.2 billion quadrupling and North Sea crude US$1.2 billion, taking the total cash
6%. Cash profit – the measure predicted in a poll of 23 analysts rising more than 50%. flow shareholders will receive this The previous target was for
banks focus on because it only compiled by Equinor. year to US$10 billion. operations in Norway only and was
includes ongoing business – Governments across Europe are a cut of 40%.
jumped 23% to A$4.75 billion Thanks to high energy prices and rushing to announce measures Equinor's quarterly petroleum
(RM14.2 billion). Bolstered by the disciplined spending, Equinor aimed at softening the blow of production stood at 2.16 million Equinor said it expected capital
A$2 billion share buyback and an generated US$25 billion of free cash soaring energy costs on households. barrels of oil equivalent per day, up spending to reach US$10 billion this
interim dividend hike worth A$3 year, versus the US$9-10 billion seen
billion, CBA’s shares logged their Majority state-owned Equinor, previously. – Reuters
biggest intraday jump in nearly
two years, valuing the lender at Maersk expects supply chain chaos to buoy 2022 results
A$170 billion. – Reuters
COPENHAGEN: Danish shipping While Maersk’s customers faced For 2021, Maersk registered a net Asian routes to Europe and North
GLAXOSMITHKLINE giant Maersk expects 2022 earnings “severe challenges”, the record-high profit of US$18 billion, the highest America.
2021 NET PROFIT DIVES to be around as high as last year’s, it rates caused by pandemic-related profit ever recorded by a Danish
said yesterday, as the supply chain congestion at ports, container company. Sales for 2021 jumped by Maersk, which handles about one
LONDON: British pharmaceutical disruption that sent freight rates shortages and a surge in consumer 55% to US$61.8 billion, with the in five containers shipped worldwide,
group GlaxoSmithKline revealed soaring extends into the first half. demand led to “record-high growth Ocean container shipping segment increased its dividend payout to
yesterday that net profit slumped and profitability in Maersk”, chief soaring by 65%. shareholders to a total of 47 billion
by almost a quarter in 2021, after It expects underlying earnings executive Soren Skou said in a Danish crowns (RM30.2 billion), or
the prior year was boosted by before interest, tax, depreciation and statement. In the fourth quarter, the sector 2,500 crowns per share, compared to
asset sales. Profit after taxation amortisation at around US$24 billion experienced “exceptional conditions 330 crowns per share a year earlier.
sank to just under £4.4 billion (RM100.4 billion) this year, similar to He said the current market with significant and persisting
(RM25 billion) last year, GSK said last year, but slightly below the situation was expected to persist bottlenecks, while the volumes were Maersk said last month that it
in a statement. That compared with US$24.4 billion expected by analysts into the second quarter before down”, it said in its annual report. had been overtaken by Swiss-based
£5.7 billion in 2020, when its bottom in a poll gathered by the company. easing later in the year. container group MSC as the world’s
line was boosted by divestments. Freight costs rose especially on biggest shipper. – Reuters, AFP
Revenue grew 5% to £34.1 billion,
helped by £1.4 billion of pandemic-
related sales. – Reuters

SIEMENS ENERGY
POSTS Q1 NET LOSS

FRANKFURT: Siemens Energy
yesterday reported a €240 million
(RM1.14 billion) first-quarter net
loss, compared with a profit of
€99 million in the year-earlier
period, burdened mainly by
struggling wind turbine unit
Siemens Gamesa, which has
become a drag on its parent
following three profit warnings.
Turning around Siemens Gamesa
will take time, Siemens Energy
chief executive Christian Bruch
said, adding that the latest profit
warning from the wind turbine
maker was “frustrating”. – Reuters

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Bank of Thailand holds fire again, says no need to tweak policy for now

BANGKOK: Thailand’s central bank left its key continue into 2022 driven by higher target range in the early part of the year, the Capital Economics predicts rates will be left
interest rate at a record low yesterday, seeking to merchandise exports, as well as a higher number average inflation for full-2022 would remain unchanged until the end of 2023.
maintain support for a fragile economic of foreign tourist arrivals,” the BOT said in a within target range, the BOT said.
recovery, and ruled out a need to adjust statement after its first policy meeting of the year. While the latest coronavirus outbreak had
monetary policy for now despite a jump in Inflation in January breached the BOT’s 1-3% slowed economic activity early in the year, Thai
inflation. “However, the recovery would remain fragile target range, though assistant governor Piti authorities have been trying to kickstart the
and uneven across sectors, especially in Disyatat told a news conference “there was no critical foreign tourism sector, which normally
The Bank of Thailand’s (BOT) monetary tourism,” it said. need to adjust monetary policy yet”. accounts for about 12% of gross domestic
policy committee unanimously voted to hold the product.
one-day repurchase rate at 0.50% for a 14th The BOT said monetary policy would remain Most economists do not see rates rising for at
straight meeting after three rate cuts in 2020. The accommodative to aid the economy, still its least a year and some see an even more distant Nearly 40 million people visited Thailand in
rate decision was expected by all 23 analysts priority, though played down the economic horizon. 2019 before the pandemic, but this slumped in
polled by Reuters. impact the Omicron variant of the coronavirus 2020 after borders shut and as a reopening
would exert given the limited pressure on the Kobsidthi Silpachai, head of capital markets started edged up to 428,000 last year.
“The committee assessed that the Thai health system. research of Kasikornbank, does not expect rates
economy in 2021 would expand faster than to rise until 2023 “once tourism improves The BOT has forecast economic growth this
previously projected, and the recovery would While headline inflation would be higher sufficiently to have direct and indirect effects on year, with 5.6 million foreign tourists visiting the
than previously assessed and could exceed the income, wages, and inflation”. country. – Reuters

BRIEFS SRI LANKA‘NOT ON VERGE China Covid curbs may hit
OF SOVEREIGN DEFAULT’ global growth: BOJ official

COLOMBO: Sri Lanka’s central bank said o Bank of Japan board place for Japan to modify monetary policy,” reassess its zero-Covid approach to the
yesterday the country was committed to member warns of risks from Nakamura told a news conference. pandemic.
honouring all forthcoming debt Beijing’s ‘zero-case’ policy
obligations, adding that the island nation “If we raise interest rates now or before “Semiconductor chips will probably be in
was not on the verge of a sovereign TOKYO: China’s “zero-Covid” restrictions wages pick up, we would be taking away from short supply throughout this year,” Nakamura
default. Sri Lanka is facing its worst could weigh on world growth by prolonging companies money that would otherwise have said.
financial crisis in decades, and foreign supply chain disruptions and global been used to raise pay,” he said yesterday.
exchange reserves have fallen to US$2.36 inflationary pressures, a Bank of Japan (BOJ) Japan's long-term interest rates have crept
billion (RM9.88 billion), according to policymaker said, warning of the broadening A former executive at Japanese electronics up on market speculation the BOJ could
Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) data. fallout from rising Omicron variant cases. giant Hitachi Ltd, Nakamura said supply follow in the footsteps of other major central
“The attention of the CBSL has been chain disruptions won’t disappear easily banks executing or eyeing rate hikes.
drawn to certain recent media reports Board member Toyoaki Nakamura also partly as China – the world’s factory –
which have claimed that Sri Lanka is at said it was premature for the BOJ to tighten maintains strict curbs on economic activity to While global commodity and energy
the verge of a sovereign default,“ the monetary policy, as inflation and wage combat the pandemic. inflation is pushing up prices of some goods
central bank said in a press release. “The growth remain subdued compared with other in Japan, such cost-push inflation will be
CBSL wishes to state that such claims are economies. “There’s a risk China’s ‘zero-Covid’ policy short-lived unless accompanied by higher
totally unsubstantiated.” – Reuters amid widening Omicron infections could wages, Nakamura said.
“I don’t think conditions have fallen into weigh on the global economy, as well as
JAPAN DIVERTING LNG prolong global supply chain disruptions and There is also uncertainty over how quickly
SHIPMENTS TO EUROPE inflationary pressures,” he said. companies will pass on rising raw material
costs to households, he said.
TOKYO: Japan has decided to divert some His remark follows a warning last month
liquiefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes to by International Monetary Fund head “We’ll patiently maintain our ultra-easy
Europe in response to requests from the Kristalina Georgieva that China should monetary policy until wages begin to rise
United States and European Union, with sustainably,” Nakamura said. – Reuters
the extra shipments expected to arrive in
March, the country’s industry minister
Koichi Hagiuda said yesterday. The move
comes as Europe faces tight supplies of
LNG as tensions in Eastern Europe remain
high. The diversions will be made after
ensuring Japan’s local demand will be
met, and electricity generation will
remain stable, Hagiuda said. – Reuters

PHILIPPINE CENTRAL BANK IN Television sets on sale
NO RUSH TO INCREASE RATES at a big box store in
Chicago, Illinois. Most
MANILA: The Philippines central bank will television sets sold in
not necessarily have to move in pace with the US are
the US Federal Reserve, which is expected manufactured by
to tighten monetary policy in March to companies
tackle inflation, governor Benjamin headquartered in
Diokno said yesterday. He said the South Korea, Japan
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) was in and China with the
no rush to raise interest rates with the exception of Vizio, a
country’s inflation projected to remain California
inside its 2% to 4% target range this year. headquartered
“We will try to be patient to make sure company with
that we are really on our way to recovery,” manufacturing in
Diokno told foreign correspondents. The Mexico, China, and
BSP will meet for the first time this year on Vietnam. – AFPPIX
Feb 17. – Reuters
US trade data shows huge shortfall in China’s ‘Phase 1’ purchases
Indonesia sets permit
requirements on all WASHINGTON: US goods exports to China commitments to purchase an additional China exceeded the 2017 baseline in
palm product exports fell in December, cementing a massive US$200 billion worth of US farm and agricultural purchases, but only reached 83%
shortfall in Beijing’s two-year purchase manufactured goods, energy and services above of the US$73.9 billion two-year farm goods
JAKARTA: The world’s top palm oil producer commitments under the “Phase 1” trade deal 2017 levels – the year before a bitter trade war target, Bown’s analysis showed.
Indonesia has expanded its export permit negotiated by former president Donald embroiled the world’s two largest economies.
requirement for palm oil products to include Trump’s administration. “We have engaged the PRC (People’s
other derivatives, a Trade Ministry regulation The purchase commitments were the Republic of China) on its shortfalls for
reviewed by Reuters yesterday showed. The US Census Bureau said on Tuesday centrepiece of Trump’s Phase 1 trade deal months, but have not seen real signs towards
that the United States’ 2021 goods trade with China, which launched in mid-February making good on the purchase commitments
The new rules take effect on Feb 15, deficit with China rose by US$45 billion 2020 and halted a threatened escalation of and our patience is wearing thin,” Adam
according to the regulation signed on (RM188.3 billion), or 14.5%, to US$355.3 tariffs. Hodge, a spokesperson for the US Trade
Tuesday, and apply to products such as billion, the largest since a 2018 record of Representative’s office, said in an e-mailed
margarine and kernel oils. The permit US$418.2 billion. The deal also called for China to grant statement.
requirements were previously only set for increased US market access to its agricultural
exports of crude palm oil (CPO), olein, used The 2020 gap was US$310.3 billion, a 10- biotechnology and financial services sectors Liu Pengyu, a spokesperson for China’s
cooking oil and residue. year low driven by coronavirus pandemic and mandated some intellectual property embassy in Washington, said China has been
lockdowns. protection improvements. working on implementation of the agreement
Late in January Indonesia imposed a so “despite the impact of Covid-19, global
called Domestic Market Obligation (DMO) The global US trade deficit in 2021 surged An analysis of final 2021 Census trade data economic recession and supply chain
where exporters must sell 20% of their planned 27% to a record US$859.1 billion as compiled by economist Chad Bown of the disruptions.”
exports at home and with a price cap to ensure businesses restocked inventories to meet Peterson Institute for International
lower retail prices. Under the new regulation, to robust demand. Economics showed China met just 57% of its “The Phase 1 deal benefits China and the
secure export approvals for all palm products, full two-year goods and services targets. US and the whole world,” he added. – Reuters
companies must show proof of their domestic The data showed China by far missed its
sales of CPO and/or refined, bleached, and
deodorised palm olein in accordance with the
DMO requirements. – Reuters

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Extending the life It is important to
of your car tyres consistently check
the pressure in
LIMITING tyre wear on your Favour roads that are in good your car tyres to
vehicle requires taking simple condition ensure a smooth
actions on a daily basis. This can The condition of the road is a ride.
help keep driving safer – because determining factor in tyre wear. Flat durability as well as their grip on
worn-out tyres can cause accidents and clean surfaces are preferable to the road.
– not to mention greener, by avoiding damage, but Ideally, dedicated cleaning
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Change your driving style Tyres will deteriorate faster on well, one by one. – ETX Studio
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length of the road, especially when tyre pressure should be checked wear levels using the indicators Finally, it’s important to clean your
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sign, and then accelerate again especially in extreme temperatures well as to check the vehicle’s wheel remove any debris or dirt that may
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long trips. Under-inflation or over- this can be affected by rough roads. over time, could impact their
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also be smooth, otherwise tyre wear out more quickly.
wear will build up rapidly.

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█ COMPILED BY MARIETTA MU, JOHN TAN, S. TAMARAI CHELVI & ANANSA JACOB

BTS Instagram comes
under attack

THINGS got a little hot this week for observers
of BTS’ offical Instagram account, after it
suddenly came under attack by Chinese
netizens.

The reason? BTS leader RM had made a post
on Monday in support of South Korean ice
skater Hwang Dae Heon, who had finished in
first place in the men’s 1000m semi-final group
1 race at the ongoing Beijing Winter Olympics.

Hwang had won after beating out two
Chinese ice skaters, and apparently RM’s show
of support may have angered Chinese
Olympics fans, who flocked to BTS’s official
Instagram and left malicious comments that
included emoticons such as the ‘throw up’
emoticon, or the middle finger emoticon.

Fortunately, other BTS fans came to the
rescue, leaving messages of support for RM
along with purple heart emojis, which
managed to bury all the hateful comments.

Sadly, it appears Gaga will have to wait for her second Oscar. – GETTY

Oscar shocker method acting techniques, which included
speaking in her Italian accent for nine
months during pre-production and filming,
as well as having a psychiatric nurse on set to
watch out for her.
Besides Gaga, co-star Jared Leto was also
snubbed in the supporting actor race, despite
o Lady Gaga snubbed despite gaining acclaim SAG Award and Critics Choice nominations.
for her performance in House of Gucci House of Gucci again missed out on top
nominations for best picture and best
director, and the only Oscar nomination they
got this year was in the hair and makeup
THE 2022 Oscar nominees list is out, category. Frederic Aspiras, Gaga’s hairstylist
A post by RM triggered some overzealous and it seems like everyone’s equally Gaga was known to have spent months in House of Gucci is now the second Asian-
Chinese ice skate fans. – TWITTER shocked about Lady Gaga not getting campaigning for the role and generated American to be nominated for the hair and
nominated for her performance in headlines during their press tour due to her makeup category.
TOP still upbeat after
leaving YG House of Gucci.
The results generated a lot of heat, as the
BIGBANG’S T.O.P wants his fans to know that pop music icon and actress landed nods for
he is okay after leaving long-time agency YG lead actress at the Critics Choice Awards,
Entertainment. Golden Globes, Screen Actors Guild Awards
and BAFTA Film Awards, the four biggest
Last Friday, YG Entertainment made the precursors to the Oscars, so naturally,
official announcement that T.O.P had left the everyone expected Gaga to be a frontrunner
agency after 16 years, saying that he wanted to to land an Oscar nomination this year.
“broaden the scope of his individual activities In House of Gucci, Gaga plays the real-life
apart from promotions with BIGBANG and take Patrizia Reggiani, who was convicted of
on a wide variety of challenges as both an plotting the assassination of her ex-husband
artist and an entrepreneur.” Maurizio Gucci, with reviews praising Gaga
as a standout and critics commending her
The agency clarified that T.O.P will still performance.
remain part of BIGBANG and will participate in Instead, this year’s Oscar nominees for
the group’s activities, whenever possible, best actress are Jessica Chastain for The Eyes
including the long-awaited comeback, in the of Tammy Faye, Olivia Colman for The Lost
coming spring. Daughter, Penélope Cruz for Parallel
Mothers, Nicole Kidman for Being the
A day after the announcement, T.O.P shared Ricardos and Kristen Stewart for Spencer.
his feelings by simply posting the word Being a nominee would’ve been Gaga’s
“HAPPY” on his social media, and followed it up second Best Actress nomination after A Star
with a photo with the caption “I’m so HAPPY”, a Is Born, for which she won an Oscar for
few hours later. original song. She was not nominated despite wowing critics with House of Gucci. – UNIVERSAL PICTURES

We bet that his fans are happy to know that Alec Baldwin begins first film since Rust shooting
he is doing fine. All we can do is wait for his ALEC BALDWIN is back at work for the first
next adventure. time since the fatal shooting on the set of his the industry. repeatedly denied any fault in the
now-abandoned film Rust last October, “You go to work tragedy.
T.O.P has reached out to reassure fans. – YG which led to the death of cinematographer Two lawsuits have since been
ENTERTAINMENT Halyna Hutchins. and you forget what filed against him. His attorneys are
you are supposed to currently pursuing a dismissal for
The actor is currently filming a new, do. I was just like, ‘Oh, one of them.
undisclosed project in Hampshire, God – what do you do?” The actor is currently
England, and posted a video on Instagram shooting a film in England.
detailing his experience being on set However, he is thrilled – AP
again. about the upcoming
project and looks forward
“It’s strange to go back to work,” he to completing it.
admitted.
And as soon as it wraps
“I haven’t worked since [last year] when up, the 63-year-old looks to
this horrible thing happened on the set of get home to his family.
this film and we had the accidental death
of our cinematographer, Halyna “I miss my kids,” he said. “I
Hutchins.” miss them all.”

He then added: “I still find that hard to Despite giving his full
say.” cooperation to the
authorities
Baldwin further admitted to being rusty investigating the
on set despite his years of experience in shooting,
Baldwin has

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Every Dog has its day The nominees in key
o Jane Campion’s categories:
groundbreaking Western Best picture
leads the nods for the 94th Belfast
Academy Awards CODA
Don’t Look Up
JANE CAMPION’S gothic Western The Power Jane Campion’s Power of the Dog is up for 12 Oscars. – AFP Drive My Car
of the Dog led the Oscars nominations Dune
Tuesday, as the Netflix film fended off big- Will Smith is expected to go head to head with Benedict Cumberbatch for the Best Actor Oscar; while (on King Richard
screen studio movies from a year in which right) Kristen Stewart gets Best Actress nod for Spencer. – IMDB Licorice Pizza
Covid-weary audiences slowly headed back into Nightmare Alley
theatres. “From Compton to Wimbledon to Academy Global Oscars The Power of the Dog
awards. Everyone can dream. And your dream The nominated movies, actors and filmmakers West Side Story
The eerie, psychological drama about a can come true. OK I am definitely crying this were unveiled Tuesday in a pre-dawn live- Best director
repressed 1920s cattle rancher in Montana earned morning. Congrats to the entire film and crew,” streamed ceremony hosted by actors Leslie Kenneth Branagh, Belfast
12 nods ahead of next month’s Oscars gala, Serena Williams wrote on Instagram. Jordan and Tracee Ellis Ross. Ryusuke Hamaguchi, Drive My
including best director – making Campion the Car
first female auteur nominated twice in Academy Lady Gaga was the surprise omission in the The Academy’s increasingly global Paul Thomas Anderson, Licorice
Award history. best actress category, with House of Gucci earning membership again recognized non-English- Pizza
just one nomination – for best hair and make-up. language movies made outside Hollywood, in Jane Campion, The Power of the
The Power of the Dog was also nominated for particular, Drive My Car. Dog
best picture, and landed acting nods for Benedict The best original song category also featured a Steven Spielberg, West Side Story
Cumberbatch, Kirsten Dunst, Jesse Plemons and number of starry names such as Beyonce, Billie The movie based on Haruki Murakami’s short Best actor
Kodi Smit-McPhee. Eilish, Van Morrison and Lin-Manuel Miranda. story of the same name earned an adapted Javier Bardem, Being the Ricardos
screenplay nomination, as well as best picture Benedict Cumberbatch, The
Campion was last nominated 28 years ago for “Last year we had a much more indie Oscars ... and best director nods. Norway’s The Worst Power of the Dog
The Piano. This year was the return of big cinema, big movies Person in the World also grabbed an original Andrew Garfield, tick,
and studio films,” said one Academy voter, who screenplay nomination. tick...BOOM!
The streaming film held off a number of giant asked not to be named. Will Smith, King Richard
cinematic spectacles – many of which were Both were nominated for best international Denzel Washington, The Tragedy
pushed back into 2021 as theatres remained But hopes that larger-than-life, feature alongside Italy’s The Hand of God, of Macbeth
closed during the first year of the coronavirus unapologetically commercial box office hits like Denmark’s Flee and – in a first for the tiny Best actress
pandemic – in this year’s diverse race for Spider-Man: No Way Home and 007 outing No Himalayan nation – Bhutan’s Lunana: A Yak in Jessica Chastain, The Eyes of
Hollywood’s biggest awards. Time To Die could break into the best picture race the Classroom. Tammy Faye
– and boost flagging Oscars audiences – were Olivia Colman, The Lost Daughter
Sprawling sci-fi epic Dune, which premiered in thwarted. And while it was a very good day for Netflix, Penelope Cruz, Parallel Mothers
theatres and on HBO Max simultaneously, landed Apple TV+ also joined the race between Nicole Kidman, Being the Ricardos
in second place overall with 10 nods, including The US$1.8 billion (RM7.53 billion)-grossing traditional Hollywood studios and streamers, Kristen Stewart, Spencer
one for best picture. Spider-Man film landed only a visual effects earning its first best picture nod for CODA, a Best supporting actor
nomination, while Daniel Craig’s final James moving drama about a deaf family and their Ciaran Hinds, Belfast
As expected, the adaptation of Frank Herbert’s Bond film, the long-awaited No Time to Die, daughter who can hear. Troy Kotsur, CODA
popular 1965 novel set on a desert planet plagued earned three nods. Jesse Plemons, The Power of the
by monstrous sandworms scored well across Dog
technical categories including cinematography, JK Simmons, Being the Ricardos
visual effects and sound. Kodi Smit-McPhee, The Power of
the Dog
But its director Denis Villeneuve was Best supporting actress
surprisingly overlooked by the Academy of Jessie Buckley, The Lost Daughter
Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Ariana DeBose, West Side Story
Judi Dench, Belfast
Other coveted directing nods went to Kenneth Kirsten Dunst, The Power of the
Branagh for black-and-white childhood drama Dog
Belfast and Steven Spielberg for musical West Side Aunjanue Ellis, King Richard
Story, with each film securing seven nominations. Best international feature film
Drive My Car (Japan)
Spielberg’s decision to remake the most Flee (Denmark)
honoured musical in Oscars history had been The Hand of God (Italy)
criticised as unnecessary by some, but it won over Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom
voters to earn a best picture nomination, and (Bhutan)
another for supporting actress for Ariana DeBose The Worst Person in the World
as Anita. (Norway)
Best animated feature
The directing category was rounded out by Encanto
Paul Thomas Anderson for the coming-of-age Flee
movie Licorice Pizza, and Japanese filmmaker Luca
Ryusuke Hamaguchi – whose subtitled, three- The Mitchells vs the Machines
hour drama Drive My Car also earned a best Raya and the Last Dragon
picture nomination, rare for a foreign language Best documentary feature
film. Ascension
Wide open race Attica
As widely predicted, frontrunner Will Smith Flee
earned recognition for his portrayal of the father Summer of Soul
of tennis greats Serena and Venus Williams in Writing with Fire
King Richard, which took six nods overall.

He is up against Cumberbatch, Denzel
Washington (The Tragedy of Macbeth), Andrew
Garfield (tick, tick...BOOM!) and Javier Bardem
(Being the Ricardos).

Best original screenplay
Belfast – Kenneth Branagh
Don’t Look Up – Adam McKay
and David Sirota
King Richard – Zach Baylin
Licorice Pizza – Paul Thomas
Anderson
The Worst Person in the World –
Eskil Vogt and Joachim Trier

Dune is nominated in 10 categories including Best Picture. Best adapted screenplay
CODA – Sian Heder
Drive My Car – Ryusuke
Hamaguchi, Takamasa Oe
Dune – Jon Spaihts, Denis
Villeneuve, Eric Roth
The Lost Daughter – Maggie
Gyllenhaal
The Power of the Dog – Jane
Campion. – ETX Studio

BEAUTY

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Fang-tastically beautiful!
o Feeling vampy? Try out the vampire facial, which is surprisingly not a total pain in the neck!
Drops of PRP will
█ BY MARINA MUHTAR PRP is produced after extracted blood is spun Aftercare be applied on the
in a centrifuge. – CANADA MED LASER The secret to maximising the results face during the
THE old adage “beauty is is the aftercare. Firstly, your microneedling
pain” still rings true to this over the entire face, focusing on your collagen production. dermatologist will advise you to process, stimulating
day. The rapid transition areas of concern. In addition, the Lastly, a hyaluronic acid that is avoid direct sun exposure – well, it’s the body’s natural
from traditional skincare PRP will help clot your wounded called the vampire facial, after all – healing properties.
techniques to high-tech facial areas and regenerate new skin which rich in vitamins will be applied to and any activities that can make you – RN AESTHETICS
devices that can immediately zap will promote rapid elastin and your skin after the treatment for sweat for at least 72 hours.
away all the unwanted debris and soothing purposes. The benefits of vampire facial are
acne on your face has certainly Besides that, do not scrub or many. For instance, it increases
proven how much the skincare exfoliate your face and apply any collagen production, especially for
industry has evolved. makeup for the next 72 hours as those who are 25 years old and
well. It is also crucial to avoid acid- above. Through this treatment, it
Just a few years ago, vampire based products including glycolic stimulates your collagen production
facials made headlines especially acid, salicylic acid, retinol and when the needles pierce through
after social media icon Kim whitening products that can cause the upper layers of your skin. Once
Kardashian took to Instagram to peeling or damage for the next two your skin is penetrated, the existing
share her experience with the weeks. collagen will aid in healing your
treatment. skin.
Apart from that, be sure to wait at Improves skin tone and texture
For many people, the name itself least six hours before applying Besides that, this treatment is
already sounds daunting. However, sunscreen, and rinsing your face the perfect for those who have dull and
unbeknownst to many, this facial next morning with a gentle cleanser uneven skin tone. With the PRP
treatment offers an array of benefits. is recommended. infused into your skin, the old skin
And no, you don’t have to sacrifice cells will help generate new and
yourself to a vampire to get this Once the treatment is done, healthy skin cells which will help
treatment. expect to see redness from your create a more even skin tone. You’d
skin, swelling and peeling for the be impressed with how much your
Before we delve into its process next three days. If your skin feels skin has improved in just a few days!
and benefits, you should know that tight and itchy, simply apply a thin After all, everyone dreams of having
the vampire facial is a procedure that layer of Vaseline over your face or a youthful and glowing appearance!
combines the process of micro- hyaluronic acid to ease the Reduces acne scars, pores,
needling and platelet-rich plasma symptoms. However, keep in mind pigmentation, fine lines and
(PRP). It is also one of the most that the recovery process fully wrinkles
advanced facial treatments that depends on your body’s healing Acne scars, huge pores,
utilises your body’s natural force to abilities. pigmentation, lines and wrinkles
cure itself. are a few of the reasons why most
Although these aftercare steps people opt for a vampire facial.
For the micro-needling process, seem tedious, the end result is Collagen and elastin are created
short and fine 0.5 to 2.5 millimetre guaranteed to blow your mind! through the new and healthy skin
needles are often used to pierce your BENEFITS cells. Hence, those properties will
skin, while PRP is made up of a large Increases collagen production help eliminate all of your concerns
concentration of platelet-rich plasma as your skin will start to tighten on
proteins that are drawn from your its own due to the micro-injuries
blood. experienced from the skin
treatment.
Although this sounds
intimidating, rest assured that you’ll
barely feel any pain during the actual
procedure. However, this treatment is
not recommended for those who are
pregnant or who have active acne or
facial eczema. If you’re interested in
trying this treatment, it is important
to look for a qualified professional.
Treatment process
A numbing cream is applied to your
face 30 minutes before treatment.
While the numbing cream takes
effect, a relatively painless blood
draw process is done. Fret not, only a
small vial of your blood is needed.

Next, your blood will be spun in a
centrifuge to remove all the
impurities, which are the white blood
cells and the red blood cells. Once
the spinning process is complete, it
will reveal three layers: your red and
white blood cells, and on top, your
platelet gel.

The secret formula to this facial
treatment is your platelet gel. Once it
is transferred into a syringe, that’s
when the magic begins!

With the numbing cream, you’ll
only experience a slight tingling
sensation during the micro-needling
process. Drops of your platelet gel
will be applied simultaneously
during the process.

The treatment will be repeated

Two styles of bags made using similar fabrics. – SOPHIA BY SHIRLEY FASHION

19theSun LYFE ON THURSDAY | FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Ong carrying one of her
own creations. – COURTESY
OF SHIRLEY ONG

From a creative mind
oShirley Ong creates sophisticated bags
that every woman would want to own

A█ BY S. TAMARAI CHELVI to Japanese culture. One of Ong’s more elaborate Obi silk
BEAUTIFULLY designed “I have several favourite motifs bags has a carved double dragon black
bag made with the finest jadeite handle, with a black jade
materials and with superior such as cranes, phoenixes, sakura, centrepiece. – SOPHIA BY SHIRLEY
craftsmanship can greatly peonies and others. These motifs
appreciate in value over the years. have beautiful details and meanings,” flowers, with a red jadeite heart- Some of Ong’s latest designs feature floral motifs. – SOPHIA BY SHIRLEY
she said. shaped centrepiece on the front of the
Vintage-inspired bag designer black bag. The bag was sold out
Shirley Ong handcrafts timeless For example, the crane symbolises within hours of its picture being
pieces that can last forever. The longevity, the phoenix means good posted online.
passionate bag designer creates fortune, the sakura is a symbol of
stunning clutches, handbags and tote beauty while peonies are a symbol of “My clutches are very versatile and
bags under her brand SOPHIA by happiness. can be used for casual and formal
Shirley, which she established in outings. Each clutch comes with a
2016. The delicate patterns such as removable long chain and wrist strap.
peonies or sakura are also popular in So, you can use it in three styles,” said
“My motto is to bring vintage Chinese culture and can be related to Ong.
[style] to modern women. I design the Spring Festival or with the Lunar
and handcraft each piece by myself,” New Year. She believes that every woman
she said. should own bags for various
Birth of a brand The iconic subjects appear in occasions, and wants her customers
Ong named the brand after her only various forms and in combination to feel proud to carry her handbags.
daughter, Sophia. After her daughter with other motifs, and are strikingly
was born, Ong decided to quit her job different, making each piece of fabric “I hope that my creative mind will
and become a stay-at-home mum. distinctive. The complex design of not stop giving me ideas to make
each piece of material is remarkable. more unique bags, in the future,” she
While caring for Sophia at home, said.
Ong dabbled in handicrafts, making Besides, Ong’s bags have unique
little vintage kiss-lock purses and structures and designs, hence, most Celebrate Valentine’s Day with
selling them on Facebook. of her creations are one-of-a-kind Pandora’s latest collection
pieces. LITTLE acts of love have a huge in sterling silver, 14k gold-plated The freehand
“It was a hit and my business took impact on Valentine’s Day, and you unique metal blend and 14k rose
off right away,” she recalled. “Occasionally, I do hunt for plain can celebrate with a new jewellery gold-plated unique metal blend. It heart motif
and simple Obi patterns for an piece from Pandora. Whether captures and locks up those special necklace. –
As her designs became popular, elegant and glamorous look,” she meant for your partner, a friend for memories with loved ones so that PANDORA
Ong found herself making various said. as a gesture of love to yourself, the
types of bags like clutches, handbags Pandora Valentine’s Day collection you can keep them close to you
and tote bags. “I love crafting, in “I am comfortable working with has something for everyone. It and treasure them forever.
general, and beautiful things. To be these fabrics and they are absolutely features a new functional splitable The collection also features
able to create my own designs was beautiful! In fact, I will get very Padlock & Key Dangle Charm that traditional symbols of love,
very full-filling,” Ong admitted. excited when I receive new fabrics including a freehand stunning
and I would start crafting bags, celebrates the heart motif, which is combination
The self-made entrepreneur immediately.” true bond styled as a of sterling
believed in evolving and never Classic and contemporary of love, necklace and silver, 14k rose gold plating and
staying stagnant. Thus, she continued Ong said: “For Chinese New Year available pair of stones.
to refine her skills while exploring her 2022, I launched an exclusive earrings Really feeling the love?
creative mind to come up with ideas collection, Jaded by Shirley, featuring The Padlock & Key Dangle in a Stack up the Timeless
to perfect her creations. jadeite handles and dangles paired Charm. – PANDORA Wishbone rings and style
with my bags. I have always used The Pandora Moments them your way, while the
“This is why I have evolved and authentic pieces only and paired Heart T-Bar Snake Chain Pandora Moments Heart
changed for the better, year after year, them so that each bag is unique and Bracelet. – PANDORA T-Bar Snake Chain Bracelet
since 2016,” revealed Ong. Today her exclusive.
handmade collections look is available for the first
fashionable and sophisticated in “I have designed every bag from time ever in 14k gold
every aspect: design, style and start to finish and each piece turned plating. For every little act of
functionality. out beautifully.” love, there is a perfect piece
Timeless and traditional of Pandora jewellery.
Ong fell in love with the beauty of Among the new designs are a bag
Japanese textiles, specifically the ones which has a hand-carved handle of a
used to make traditional Kimonos silver dragon head with ruby red eyes
and the handwoven silk material while the fabric features an ancient
used to make the Obi, the wide sash home on the hilltop with a dragon
that wraps around the waist. protecting the house.

The idea of using the Obi silk One of the bags in the Jadeite
actually came from a customer. “It Handle series has vintage black
started with a request for a clutch and jadeite beads, which are removable
she told me to use Obi silk, and can be used as a neckpiece or
specifically. The moment I received choker.
the fabric, I felt connected and
comfortable with the fabric,” said The bag, which Ong described as
Ong. exuding a “demure style” has a
vintage feel, and yet caters to young
Since then, she has used the and modern women.
Japan-made material to create a
series of decadent handbags. Some of The same jadeite handle can be
the patterns on the material feature seen in a silk bag featuring a garden of
flowers, birds and landscapes related peonies with a gold fan in the
background, and the jadeite handle
has three colours, green, lavender
and white.

One particular bag had a rare
handle design, featuring hand-carved

WELLNESS

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█ BY THASHINE SELVAKUMARAN Riding solo You can learn to be
alone, without feeling
OF course, it’s nice to have a partner to oWhoever said being single sucks lonely. – UNSPLASH
hug and cuddle with. Living alone didn’t know how to be single
can exhaust you. You can easily get
caught up in memories of past
incidents, especially if you went through a bad
breakup.

But focusing on the negative aspects is
detrimental to your growth, and hinders your
ability to move forward. Single life can be self-
satisfying and enjoyable, but you have to
accept it first.

In fact, there are people who enjoy the
freedom of being alone so much that they
actually delay on committing to a serious
relationship. Being single can open you up to a
whole new world of freedom.

Work on yourself (discover and improve)
If you want to focus on improving your body
and mind, singlehood may be for you. A single
relationship gives you an opportunity to
explore life further. You can move from place to
place, change jobs, meet new people and try
new hobbies. You will not have the same
degree of freedom if you are in a relationship,
because your partner may not always support
your decisions. Use this time to discover
yourself and your potential.

Practice complete independence
If you want to prove that you have confidence
in yourself, stay single a little longer. You will be
able to make decisions for yourself, and learn
to be more independent without having to rely
on others. It also makes you stronger because
you don’t have to depend on someone to
comfort you when problems arise. Going it
alone can help you deal with problems more
easily by increasing your resilience. Single
people should have the knowledge to solve
problems by themselves. So, when new
problems arise, they know that they can solve
them through experience. It gives them
confidence and comfort when things go wrong.

Save more money independent partner, but finding such a Embracing your
Being single means has one big benefit – you person can be exhausting. If you want to spend singlehood will
are both socially and financially free. If you your time more productively, being single can allow you to be
want to be really blunt about it, not having to go help. more
on regular dates means you can save even Time to discover potential partners independent and
more money. We all agree that being alone can There is no such thing as a perfect partner, but self-confident. –
help you stick to your budget. After all, you at least you are more likely to find the person UNSPLASH
don’t have a partner to buy a gift for, especially that is best for you. How many relationships
for Valentine’s Day, Christmas or his/her have broken down because the two people in it
birthday. You will be able to save money discovered that they were just not compatible
without having to think about what to get your with each other? It is important to have strong
partner on anniversaries. friendships whether you’re single or not, but
No one will demand time from you there’s no doubt that when you’re not actively
Another benefit of being single is that you can (or desperately) looking to get hitched, you can
use your time however you like. On a busy day spend more time building each relationship in
at work or school, no one fights with you a more meaningful way. The better you are at
because you can’t make time for a date or a developing relationships, the more ready you
night call. Texting and flirting are fun, but can will be once the right person happens to cross
you imagine how much time the average your path.
couple spends on their phone? These text
messages and phone calls can cost you several
hours a day, as many people feel restless
without constant communication. Of course,
all you need to do is choose a more

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Payback time Hamilton‘totallyfocused’
on Verstappen revenge
LEWIS HAMILTON will come
302 Jobs into the new F1 season firing from the FIA’s investigation into last see, I saw the last picture of Lewis
on all cylinders and hell-bent year’s finale imminent, Hamilton has with the right positivity in his face, in
WE ARE HIRING on revenge after losing out on now ended his social media hiatus. his gesture and I think that is
the title last year, according to the important because Lewis is an
Manager – Finance and HR sport’s top boss. First there was a photo of himself incredible asset, not only for our
stood in front of the Grand Canyon, sport but for the world,” Domenicali
Job Description: Chief executive Stefano alongside a simple caption: “I’ve told Sky Sports F1.
Domenicali expects the Brit to been gone. Now I’m back!”
• To handle full set of accounts following accounting principles, compliance with continue his racing career, and has “And Lewis has in front of him a
applicable standards and regulations. backed him to be “totally focussed” And then, on his Instagram story possibility to be – for the eighth time –
on winning his eighth championship. on Monday, he shared a video a world champion, so I’m pretty sure
• Prepare & oversee full spectrum of accounting, month-end closing, year-end showing he was out on an early- that he’s totally focused on this
closing, audit schedules, tax, stock control, etc. Hamilton’s future has been up in morning run with Mercedes trainer objective.
the air ever since he lost out on the and long-time ally Angela Cullen.
• Responsible for management, statutory and group reporting requirements. title in cruel and controversial “Because this year there will be so
• Responsible for finding solutions and resolving daily operational issues if any. circumstances at the end of last F1 chief Domenicali has many new things, so many new
• Responsible for the development of business plans, budget and cash flow season. described the few posts the racer has variables and that will allow this
shared so far as “positive”, and championship to be so attractive.
forecast. His social media media pages believes they suggest the Briton is
• Periodically review financial reports and identify opportunities for cost reduction. were dormant for weeks and rumours ready to return. “And going back once again to
• Ensure internal control and accounting control procedures are in place. persisted that he was ready to end his Lewis, I’m sure that he’s totally
• Administer credit control and debt collection. trophy-laden motorsport career. Not only that, but the Italian is dedicated to make sure that he can
• Responsible for Finance audit and tax matters. confident the all-time record-holder really have his chance to be, for the
• Oversee the recruitment and selection process to attract, recruit and retain With the start of the new season for most race wins will be competing eighth time, a world champion.” –
just six weeks away and the findings at the front once again. Express Newspapers
talents.
• To manage payroll system, staff benefit, yearly performance and appraisal. “For what I know and for what I
• Develop, design & implement of HR policies to support the company business
Tearful Del Potro loses on comeback
objectives and compliance with law and regulatory. INJURY-HIT Juan Martin del Potro bid an emotional farewell Potro told reporters:“I don’t know if
• To handle disciplinary matter including staffs counselling, grievances handling, to his fans while casting doubt on plans to play next week in it’s going to happen, because the
Brazil after losing 6-1, 6-3 to fellow Argentine Federico pain in my knee is very high.
domestic inquires & termination process & other industrial relation procedures in Delbonis in the first round of the Argentina Open. “But I will keep doing a big
compliances with local Labour Law. The 33-year old former US Open champion has suffered effort to fix the knee, and if I
• To handle standard HR letters, documents, memorandums and other with a knee injury and told fans on Saturday that this get that, maybe I will have
correspondences, such as warning letters, appointment letters, confirmation month’s tournaments in Argentina and Brazil would be his another chance to play.”
letters and related correspondence as requested. last. When asked after
• Other administration duties where required and part of the scope. Del Potro’s defeat yesterday came in his first match yesterday’s match if he could
• Any other duties as assigned by the superior/ management from time to time. since March 2019 and he hung his bandana on the net manage the Rio Open next
afterwards in what the adoring home crowd and media week, a tearful del Potro was
Requirements: interpreted as a final farewell. unclear.
Asked if fans would see him play again, Del “I was planning on
• Candidate must process at least Professional or Degree in Finance / it… It’s very hard to
Accountancy or equivalent. play this sport with
the discomfort I
• At least 5 Year(s) managerial / supervising of working experience in audit, 322 Notices 322 Notices have. Today I
financial accounting and HR.
IN THE HIGH COURT OF MALAYA AT IN THE HIGH COURT OF SHAH Argentina’s Juan Martin del Potro reacts after losing his have my
• Familiar with Accpac, ERP Accounting & HR software would be an added KUALA LUMPUR ALAM match against fellow Argentine Federico Delbonis in whole life
advantage. the Argentina Open yesterday. – REUTERSPIX ahead of
IN THE STATE OF WILAYAH IN THE STATE OF SELANGOR
• Computer literate and knowledgeable of Ms Excel, Word & Power Point. PERSEKUTUAN, MALAYSIA DARUL EHSAN, MALAYSIA me and
• Good command of written and spoken in English. Proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia (COMMERCIAL DIVISION) COMPANIES (WINDING UP) NO: I want
COMPANIES WINDING UP NO.:WA- BA-28NCC-71-01/2022 to live
& Mandarin will be an added advantage. In the matter of Tien Yun Enterprise in
28NCC-925-12/2021 Sdn Bhd [Company No.: 802582-H] peace.”
Office based in Petaling Jaya (5 days a week) In the matter of Section 465(1)(e) of the
Companies Act 2016, and

And

Send in your CV with your photo via email to : In the matter of petition of Winding In the matter of Section 465(1)(e) BRIEFS
[email protected] Up Pesaka Technologies Sdn Bhd and Section 466(1)(b) Companies AJ, Usyk rematch set for May: Hearn
for failure to pay amount stated in Act 2016
322 Notices 322 Notices Arbitration Award dated 24.09.2018 ANTHONY JOSHUA’S promoter Eddie Hearn said the British boxer’s
that was registered in the High Court and rematch against heavyweight rival Oleksandr Usyk is set to take place
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR VOLUNTARY MEGA ROAD STAR through Order dated 18.01.2021. In the matter of Companies (Winding- in May. Joshua lost his WBA, WBO, IBF and IBO belts to Ukraine’s Usyk
WINDING UP OF LIMITED LIABILITY PARTNERSHIP SDN. BHD. Up) Rules 1972 on a unanimous points decision in front of a sell-out crowd at
BETWEEN London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in September 2021. British
(Section 50(4)(a) of the Limited (200201007457 COUNTRY EARTH SDN BHD BETWEEN media reported that Tyson Fury had offered Joshua a fee to step aside
Liability Partnerships Act 2012) (575120-M)) (Company No. : 601990-P) GOODNITE ENTERPRISE (M) SDN BHD from his contractually obligated rematch with Usyk to allow the
[Company No.: 490294-H] Ukrainian to face Fury for the undisputed heavyweight title bout. But
Notice is hereby given that SAN SUI HIN PLT (No. PLT: (In Members’ Voluntary …. PETITIONER those talks collapsed. “It’s clear AJ will be fighting Usyk, which is his
201404000486 (LLP0001931-LGN)) will be making an appli- Liquidation) AND …PETITIONER preferred choice,” Hearn told BBC Radio 5 Live’s boxing podcast
cation to the Registrar of Limited Liability Partnerships for PESAKA TECHNOLOGIES SDN BHD AND yesterday. “May is when you’ll see that fight… we’ve had offers all
a declaration of dissolution pursuant to section 50(2) of the (Incorporated in Malaysia) (Company No. : 743868-P) TIEN YUN ENTERPRISE SDN BHD around the world for that fight. I’d like to do it in the UK and we’ll see.”
Limited Liability Partnerships Act 2012 within seven (7) days NOTICE OF FINAL MEETING [Company No.: 802582-H]
after the publication of this notice. Any partner or creditor NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ....RESPONDENT Cummins breaks silence on Langer exit
of the LLP desiring to object to the application may do so pursuant to Section 459 (3), (4) ADVERTISEMENT OF PETITION …RESPONDENT
in writing to the Companies Commission of Malaysia within of the Companies Act, 2016, NOTICE is hereby given that a Petition ADVERTISEMENT OF PETITION AUSTRALIAN Test captain Pat Cummins yesterday denied that a
thirty (30) days from the date of this notice. the Final Meeting of Members for the Winding-Up of the abovenamed NOTICE is hereby given that a petition player revolt over Justin Langer’s intense management style was
of the Company will be held company by the High Court was, for the winding-up of the above- behind the batting great’s shock resignation as men’s team coach.
Dated: 10 FEBRUARY 2022 at Venue: GOOGLE MALAYSIA on the 20th day of December 2021 named company by the High Court Cummins had been under pressure from former players to explain his
SDN. BHD., of Physical presented by COUNTRY EARTH SDN was, on 27th January 2022 presented role in Langer’s departure after the 51-year-old quit on Saturday
CALL TO PLACE Address at Axiata Tower, Level BHD (Company No. : 601990-P). And by Goodnite Enterprise (M) Sdn Bhd following unsuccessful talks with Cricket Australia over a contract
CLASSIFIED ADS 20, 9, Jalan Stesen Sentral that the said Petition is directed to be AND that the said Petition is directed extension. The skipper insisted “the players were OK with JL’s intensity”
5, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, heard before the Court sitting at Kuala to be heard before the Court sitting at as it showed his commitment to the Australian cause. Instead,
KLANG VALLEY 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Lumpur at 9.00 o’clock in the forenoon, Shah Alam High Court at 9:00 o’clock Cummins said there was a feeling in the dressing room that Australia
PENANG | KEDAH Territory of Kuala Lumpur and on the 23rd day of February 2022; and in the morning, on 25th April 2022; needed “a new style of coaching and skill set” to build on the
PERAK | PERLIS | PAHANG | Meeting hosted virtually at any other creditor or contributory of and any creditor or contributory of foundations laid by Langer. “(Cricket Australia) have made a brave call
https://meet.google.com/tin- the said Company desiring to support the said company desiring to support to transition, given the team has been winning,” he said.
KELANTAN jaxe-hpu on 15th March, 2022 or oppose the making of an order or oppose the making of an order
TERENGGANU at 11.00 a.m. for the following on the said Petition may appear at on the said petition may appear at Anderson, Broad out of Windies tour
purposes - the time of hearing by himself or his the time of hearing by him or his
MS. Shoba 1. To receive and consider counsel for that purpose; and a copy counsel for the purpose; and a copy ENGLAND have dropped James Anderson and Stuart Broad, the
TEL: 03-7784 8888 of the petition will be furnished to of the petition will be furnished to country’s two all-time leading Test wicket-takers, for their tour of the
FAX: 03-7784 4424 the Liquidator’s Statement any creditor or contributory of the any creditor or contributory of the West Indies as part of a major shake-up of the troubled team. England
of Accounts showing said Company requiring the same by said company requiring the same by wicketkeeper Jos Buttler has also been left out, while there are first
MALACCA | N.SEMBILAN the manner in which the the undersigned on payment of the the undersigned on payment of the call-ups for Durham opener Alex Lees and Yorkshire seamer Matthew
winding-up has been regulated charge of the same. regulated charge for the same. Fisher. Dawid Malan, Sam Billings, Dom Bess, Rory Burns and Haseeb
MR. Rajah conducted and the property The Petitioner’s address is at di No.36, The Petitioner’s address is Wisma Hameed are the other players dropped following England’s 4-0 defeat
TEL: 012-628 2844 disposed of and of hearing Jalan Tengku Ampuan Zabedah A9/A, Goodnite, Lot 1249, Batu 15, Jalan in Australia. “With the start of a new cycle, it has allowed the selection
FAX: 06-764 2051 any explanation that may be Shah Alam, Selangor. Kapar, 42200 Kapar, Selangor Darul panel to refresh the Test squad with a particular focus on competing
given by the Liquidator. The Petitioner’s solicitors are Messrs. Ehsan. away from home,” England’s interim managing director Andrew
JOHOR BAHRU 2. To determine by ordinary Rohaina & Co. of Suite A1204A, A12th The Petitioner’s solicitor is Messrs Strauss said yesterday. “We felt that it was time to draw a line after the
resolution the manner and Floor, Wisma Lim Foo Yong, No.86, Amos Ho, Sew & Kiew of Unit No. Ashes defeat, look forward and give some impetus with an influx of
MS. Anne Lim period in which the books, Jalan Raja Chulan, 50200 Kuala D-5-7, Blok D, Tingkat 5, Megan new players,” he added.
TEL: 013-770 6699 accounts and documents Lumpur. Avenue 1, No. 189, Jalan Tun Razak,
FAX: 07-355 5549 of the Company and of the 50400 Kuala Lumpur.
Liquidator shall be disposed RC ………………t.t……………….
of. ………………………
WONG CHEE SIONG Messrs. Rohaina & Co. Solicitors for the Petitioner
Liquidator Solicitors for the Petitioner Messrs Amos Ho, Sew & Kiew
Johor Bahru Note: Note –
10th February, 2022 Any person who intends to appear Any person who intends to appear
on the hearing of the said Petition on the hearing of the said petition
must serve on or send by post to must serve on or send by post to
the abovenamed solicitors, notice the above-named Messrs Amos Ho,
in writing of his intention to do so. Sew & Kiew, notice in writing of his
The notice must state the name and intention so to do. The notice must
address of the person, or if a firm, state the name and address of the
the name and address of the firm, person, or, if a firm, the name and
and must be signed by the person or address of the firm, and must be
firm, or his or their solicitor (if any) signed by the person or firm, or his
and must be served, or if posted, must or their solicitor (if any) and must be
be sent by post in sufficient time to served, or, if posted, must be sent by
reach the abovenamed not later than post in sufficient time to reach the
twelve o’clock noon on the 22nd day above-named not later than twelve
of February 2022 (the day before the o’clock noon of the day 24th April,
day appointed for the hearing of the 2022.
Petition)
(Tel: +603-2142 5161)
(Faks: +603-2142 5343)
(Emel: [email protected])
(Ref: R&C/L/CESB-PESAKA/MAR2017)

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INTER MILAN marked the return of Jose Unhappy return for Jose
Mourinho to the San Siro yesterday by
dumping their idol’s new team Roma out of Inter dump Mourinho’s Roma out of Italian Cup Jose” and chanted his name throughout the
the Italian Cup 2-0 and reaching the build-up to kickoff.
semifinals. He beat Roma to the league title and cup in a “We didn’t win but apart from the first five
battle of former Chelsea managers with Claudio minutes I saw a Roma team play well against a Once the teams came out the applause for the
Mourinho coached in front of an Inter home Ranieri, only seeing off his Blues predecessor to team against whom it’s not easy to play well.” home fans hero spread around the stadium, and
crowd for the first time since leaving in 2010 but the championship on the final day of the 2009-10 Mourinho responded by waving and blowing
after beng warmly welcomed back by supporters season. The fans present at the San Siro – in much kisses to all four corners of the ground.
in Milan Roma limply exited the competition lower numbers than for the derby – made their
thanks to a goal almost straight from kickoff by “I won’t ever hide that my relationship with feelings very clear about their former boss of Supporters even booed referee Marco Di Bello
Edin Dzeko and Alexis Sanchez’s second-half Inter is one that will last forever. But I came here bosses. when he booked Mourinho for protesting at the
piledriver. to win for Roma and my supporters who today end of the first half.
are the Roma supporters.” said Mourinho. The hardcore supporters in the Curva Nord
The win for Inter was the perfect response to unfurled a banner which read “Welcome home With the match underway the Inter players
losing the Milan derby on Saturday, the were in no mood to do Mourinho any favours,
tempestuous aftermath of which has led to coach AS Roma coach Jose Mourinho (left) looking disaapointed with Roma old boy Dzeko placing home a
Simone Inzaghi being suspended for the after the Italian Cup quarterfinal match against Inter Milan beautiful volley from Ivan Perisic’s cross with just
weekend’s huge clash at fellow Serie A title at the San Siro yesterday. – REUTERSPIX over a minute on the clock and Sanchez’s rocket
chasers Napoli. ended the tie in the 68th minute.

Portuguese Mourinho is a footballing deity for “The guys did very well,” Inter boss Inzaghi
Inter fans thanks to two magical seasons on the told sempreinter.com . “It was not an easy match,
Nerazzurri bench which culminated with the Roma are a quality team with an excellent squad.”
treble triumph of Serie A, the Italian Cup and
most importantly the Champions League. “We controlled the pitch well and deservedly
make it to the semi-final,” he went on. “I
5416/2022 09/02/2022 (WED) congratulated the team, they did well to stay
organized and show their personality just two
and a half days after the derby.” – AFP/Agencies

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Brentford will not rush
92506 Eriksen debut Mitrovic hits 30-goal mark 512 461 + DRAGON RM2,965,381.20
2506 as Fulham cruise
15314 506 BRENTFORD manager Thomas Frank said 044 831 + GOAT RM980,000.00
92364 06 yesterday he will not rush Christian ALEKSANDAR MITROVIC reached 30
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133165 midfielder gets back to “doing what he Fulham beat Millwall 3-0 to move eight 313 656 340 526 859 904 400 660
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13316 33165 yesterday. 785 917 364 393 280 997 496 731
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133 165 Brentford on transfer deadline day in Mitrovic put Marco Silva’s side ahead in
13 65 January and is on track to return to the the 29th minute and doubled the lead
game eight months after he collapsed on shortly after the interval.
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51,777,933.21 The Serbia striker fired in the rebound
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traumatic period. cushion over nearest rivals Blackburn.

“It’s very good to see him out there,” Silva admitted that for his side to
Frank said. progress further, they would need to be
more comfortable defending.
“I spoke to Christian after the training.
He was just pleased and happy to be part “We must improve and be more
of a team and a club again and do what consistent for the whole game, it’s
he loved the most.” something we’re working on. But we were
the best team on the pitch,” he told
But Frank refused to put a timescale on bt.com.
his comeback date.
“Keeping a clean sheet was really
“It’s of course something we will important for us, it was nice to have that
constantly speak with him about,” Frank feeling again. After the second goal we
said. dropped a little bit of our intensity.

“We’ve got all the data and all his “We started the match slowly, and we
injury status, all the history, so we know did not have the quality at the beginning
all that but, to know him, all the small bits to play.
about his body and his comeback to top
pace again, we need to speak to him daily. “We started to control the game, we
know we had to deal with direct balls and
“So that will be an ongoing process for second balls.”

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RESULTS & STANDINGS Salah ‘ready’ to return

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Newcas- Mane to miss out as Klopp confirms triple fitness boostOHAMED SALAH has declared because they deserve it. They’ve had an
tle 3 (Holgate 37-og, Fraser 56, Trippier 80) himself “ready” to make a return for incredibly intense time, so when he is back we
Everton 1 (Lascelles 36-og), West Ham 1 Liverpool and could be in will talk to him and we will see how we can use
(Bowen 68) Watford 0, Burnley 1 him.”
(Rodriguez 47) Manchester United 1 Mcontention to face Leicester
(Pogba 18). Klopp told Liverpool’s website. Looking at the fixture list ahead, Liverpool
“I spoke to him and pretty much the first play 11 matches between tomorrow and the
P W D L F A Pts next international break which begins on March
Man City 23 18 3 2 55 14 57 thing Mo told me was: ‘I’m ready.’ He is an 20.
Liverpool 22 14 6 2 58 19 48 experienced player, he is a physical monster, to
Chelsea 24 13 8 3 48 18 47 tomorrow (3.45am Malaysian time), Jurgen be honest, so we have to see. Klopp said the intense fixture list is the
West Ham 24 12 4 8 42 31 40 Klopp has revealed. “He will obviously have a little recovery precise reason why it is vital to have solid squad,
Man Utd 23 11 6 6 37 31 39 Salah’s Egypt were defeated by Senegal on session and we will see how he feels and from as explained plans that the Reds have in place to
Arsenal 21 11 3 7 33 25 36 penalties in the Africa Cup of Nations final on there we go. deal with the task ahead.
Tottenham 20 11 3 6 26 24 36 Sunday, with his Liverpool teammate Sadio “The proper plan we don’t have, play him as
Wolves 21 10 4 7 19 17 34 Mane scoring the winning spot-kick. often and as long as possible is probably the “It’s exactly what you build a squad for, it’s a
Brighton 22 6 12 4 23 23 30 Salah returned to training on Tuesday and plan, but we will not rush it. long season, it’s an intense period between now
Leicester 20 7 5 8 34 37 26 will be assessed by the club’s medical staff “But if he is fine we will not leave him out for and the next international break,” said Klopp.
Aston Villa 21 8 2 11 28 32 26 before a decision is made on whether he the wrong reasons as well, so let’s see.”
Southampton 22 5 10 7 26 34 25 features at Anfield in the Premier League fixture, Klopp said Mane is set to travel back to “Until the (Manchester) United game, we
Crystal Palace 22 5 9 8 31 34 24 Mane has been ruled out after he was Liverpool today. play 12 games, so with the last game included
Brentford 23 6 5 12 26 41 23 allowed to travel to Senegal to celebrate the “It means the world to him, it means the that’s 13 games in a short period, so that’s
Leeds 21 5 7 9 24 40 22 country’s first Africa Cup of Nations title and is world to his people, it means the world to massive.
Everton 21 5 4 12 25 38 19 yet to return to England. Senegal and we respect that a lot and we would
Newcastle 22 3 9 10 24 44 18 “Mo is now back, I spoke already to him. He never consider to have called back him from “They are incredibly difficult games, they are
Norwich 22 4 4 14 13 45 16 is very disappointed of course, but looking there or whatever,” Klopp said. difficult, all competitions involved. Yes, it’s tough
Watford 22 4 3 15 23 41 15 forward to all the things coming up here now,” “Let them do what they do in the moment but that’s why we built the squad and hopefully
Burnley 20 1 11 8 17 28 14 we can use it.” – The Independent/Agencies

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Antonio Conte has vowed to make emerged on social media of City stars of them – Riyad, Kyle, Ally (Marland, staff),
Harry Kane even better. including Jack Grealish, Riyad Mahrez and Jack were perfect. But they will be fined RM 112,156.88
Kyle Walker outside a venue in Manchester because they didn’t invite me!”
The England captain has found a city centre. 05 07 12 16 19 21 27 28
new lease of life under the Italian. His Guardiola has also played down any sense 18 32
poor form at the beginning of the The video appears to show Grealish being of urgency over a need to resolve his long-
campaign was down to a contribution refused entry before being led away. term future.
of factors, including his summer
exertion in Euro 2020 with England, the This comes after the 26-year-old was “It is as good as this because we won a lot
disappointment of seeing a move to disciplined along with teammate Phil Foden and are winning a lot, that is why it is good.
Manchester City fall through and the in December for reporting for training in an Otherwise I would not be here after six
tactics of former boss Nuno Espirito unfit state following a night out. seasons.
Santo which totally nullified his goal
threat. Guardiola, however, insists he has no issues “After one, two, three, four, five years it
on this occasion and feels the video presents depends on the results and the results were
However, he is looking back to his an unfair representation of what occurred. good, that is why we continue.
best under Conte and has credited the
Italian with improving both his physical “I’m so upset – because they didn’t invite “Still I have one-and-a-half years’ contract.
condition and the mindset around the me! I don’t like it. Hopefully next time they It is a lot of time in world football. We see how
club. can invite me and do the dinner correctly at 8 managers were sacked this season, not just in
o’clock,” the City boss said. England but everywhere. That is why I am just
Conte has called the 28-year-old thinking in the next game, the next period.” –
“world class” but wants to take him to a “The video didn’t show exactly what The Independent
new level. happened – dinner together, sober, enjoying

“Surely when you have a player like Moyes defends decision to pick 687699
Harry, you have to try to involve him in Zouma after cat shame
your tactical idea of football,” Conte 68769
said. DAVID MOYES insisted he is an “animal Premier League as they chase a lucrative spot 6876 87699
lover” as the West Ham manager defended in next season’s Champions League. 687 7699
“He’s an important player for us and his controversial decision to pick Kurt Zouma 68 699
he has to be a point of reference when for yesterday’s 1-0 win over Watford despite “I’m really disappointed, and the club have 99
we develop our football offensively. the Frenchman’s cat-kicking shame. taken all the action they can do at the 76
moment behind the scenes. My job is to pick
We’re talking about a world-class Moyes selected Zouma just hours after the best team and Kurt was part of that,” 19
striker and I’m trying to help him to police launched a probe into a sickening Moyes told reporters.
become better. video showing the 27-year-old dropping, RM 7,780,536.91
kicking and slapping his pet cat. “I’m a big animal lover and it’s something
Kane scored one goal in nine that will have affected a lot of people. RM 160,289.78
Premier League games under Nuno West Ham “unreservedly condemned”
and also took a month under Conte to Zouma’s horrific behaviour and the former “I was completely disappointed with what
start firing but the Italian said he was Chelsea defender issued an apology ahead of I saw and what I was told, but my job was to
never in any doubt about his striker’s kickoff in the Premier League match at the try and find a way to get a win for West Ham.
quality. London Stadium. Some people will be disappointed and I
understand that.
“Honestly I wasn’t worried… We’re Moyes was criticised for not taking Zouma
talking about a world-class striker. He’s out of his team, but he was adamant he had “We are all of the same feeling it was
able to score in every game. We’ve also to do what was right for his club. completely out of order from Kurt and we
to try to help him to score.” – The didn’t expect that,” Moyes added.
Independent West Ham’s victory lifted them above
Manchester United into fourth place in the “Kurt is in our first XI so my decision was
to play him.” – AFP

THURSDAY • FEBRUARY 10, 2022 QUOTE OF THE DAY

Mo is now back, I spoke already to him. He
is very disappointed of course, but looking
forward to all the things coming up here now. I spoke
to him and pretty much the first thing Mo told me
was: ‘I’m ready.’ He is an experienced player, he is a
physical monster, to be honest, so we have to see.”

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp

Lampard’s Toffees come unstuck as Magpies fly out of drop zone

A STUNNING freekick from Kieran Trippier Lampard admitted after the defeat that the forward. It was never going to be easy and this they have done nothing yet despite seeing
helped Newcastle beat Everton 3-1 and climb lack of confidence in his players was like a result puts it into sharp focus, but we must build them climb out of the Premier League
out of the Premier League relegation places. ‘smack in the face’. that confidence. relegation zone.
Everton took the lead with 36 minutes gone when The Toffees have been on a dreadful run that “This is one we will have to reflect on, but it is Yesterday’s victory – their second in
Mason Holgate’s shot was cleared off the line by saw Rafa Benitez sacked and replaced by the normal to be down and disappointed. My job is succession – left Howe’s men just a point behind
Fabian Schar, only for the ball to ricochet into the former Derby and Chelsea boss. to get them up for the next game. the Toffees and more pertinently, two clear of
net off unwitting teammate Jamaal Lascelles. After a positive start in the win over “We have been here for one week Newcastle the drop zone, although still with much work to
However, their lead lasted a matter of Brentford in the FA Cup, Lampard watched his have had time to work. Both clubs know the be done.
seconds when Holgate suffered similar side leave St James’ Park with nothing to show direction they want to go, but we have to give However as he turned his attention to
misfortune as Lascelles’ header from Trippier’s for their efforts. time to the players who have come in. Sunday’s home clash with Aston Villa the
cross came back off the bar and hit him before ‘The confidence and belief has to be built “This was never going to be a simple ride and Magpies’ head coach said: “Back-to-back wins
crossing the line. and worked on the training ground,” Lampard we need a sharp focus on what we are doing.” change the mood, change the feeling. What we
The Magpies went in front within 11 minutes told BT Sport. Asked if they were in a survival fight ahead of have to do at this moment, though, is stay very
of the restart when Allan Saint-Maximin’s “We are here a short time and it needs to Leeds’ weekend visit to Goodison Park, Lampard calm and very focused.
deflected cross was bundled home by Ryan change quickly because we want to get results. said: ‘It’s just words to say that. “It’s two wins, nothing has been achieved.
Fraser and Trippier sealed the win by sending a Of course the players’ confidence levels are low “We can’t get ahead of ourselves and look at We’re very happy with what we’ve delivered in
superb freekick beyond England teammate – it smacks you in the face. the big picture. The only focus is on Leeds to those two games, but now we have to focus on
Jordan Pickford. “When I came to the club it was on a bad run reproduce the way we played against Brentford the next one.
The win lifted Newcastle to within a point of of results. There is no magic wand to fix that. to try to get a result there and take every game “We’re in a relegation battle and we need to
Frank Lampard’s side, who are just three points This is the Premier League – it’s tough. step by step.” stick together and fight for everything.” – The
above the relegation places. “The only thing to do is work hard and look Eddie Howe meanwhile warned Newcastle Independent/Express Newspapers/Agencies
Same sob story
Rangnick bemoans below-par Devils after draw at basement Burnley
RALF RANGNICK admitted his
Manchester United side were “But again, we played an excellent
not good enough after they first half. I thought we controlled and
slipped out of the Premier dominated the game.

“We scored three goals, but two
League top four with a 1-1 draw were disallowed and then the second
against relegation-battling Burnley half, the first 15 to 20 minutes, we were
United dominated the first half at just not aggressive enough.”
Turf Moor but, after two strikes were Former United skipper Rio
ruled out, had only Paul Pogba’s first Manchester United’s Raphael Varane Ferdinand criticised defender Harry
League goal in over a year to show for (front) shields the ball from Burnley’s Maguire’s role in Burnley’s equaliser.
it. Ferdinand slammed Maguire for
And that proved costly as Burnley Jay Rodriguez during the English overcommitting against Weghorst and
Premier League match at Turf Moor allowing Rodriguez to run through on
emerged from the tunnel a different yesterday. – AFPPIX goal.
team after the break, levelling swiftly
through Jay Rodriguez’s 100th League “It’s about stopping it at the
goal – and first in 50 League source… he’s got the security of (Scott)
appearances – before threatening a McTominay in front of him, he can
winner through the lively Wout deal with him a little bit, these are
Weghorst. small mistakes leading to big
Coming after Saturday’s FA Cup exit moments.”
at the hands of Middlesbrough, it was Maguire himself expressed his
another frustrating night for United, disappointment with the manner of
whose problems remain obvious at the goal.
both ends of the pitch 12 games into “It was a disappointing goal on our
Rangnick’s interim reign. behalf to concede. Straight after
The German criticised the officials halftime, we were sloppy, gave the ball
for disallowing first a Raphael Varane away two or three times, we invited a
header because Harry Maguire had good bit of pressure.”
been offside, then a Josh Brownhill The point earned yesterday was of
own goal because Pogba had fouled more use to Burnley, as manager Sean
Erik Pieters in the build-up, but Dyche knows his side must add to
accepted his side had not done their solitary win this season if they are
enough. to move off the foot of the table.
“We scored three goals in the first Though the final whistle was
half, I couldn’t blame the team for not greeted with a huge cheer, Burnley’s
having a killer instinct in the first half,” gap to safety grew to four points as
he said on BT Sport. Newcastle beat Everton.
“But yes, at the end, in the last 25 “It’s not an easy situation, we’re
minutes as I said we had a lot of set- factually bottom of the league,” Dyche
pieces, a lot of freekicks, corner kicks. said.
In the end it was also a little question of “I don’t think we should be but
luck, with (a chance for) Rafa Varane, there we are. We’ve got to correct it and
the header of Cristiano Ronaldo, the it’s difficult playing against
header of Harry Maguire. Manchester United.
“But again, in the end, one point for “There might be some noise about
a performance like this is just not them at the moment but you look at
enough.” that team sheet and they’ve got top,
Rangnick was particularly unhappy top players.
to see the Brownhill own goal ruled “We didn’t get to grips with the
out. performance but we stayed intact and
“I watched it right now in the locker at halftime I asked a bit more of a few
room and the linesman flagged for a individuals, I thought we carried a few.
foul (on Pogba), but flagged 10 But it was a very good reaction
seconds after the incident and this was afterwards.” – The Independent/
a very soft decision I must say,” he said. Express Newspapers

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