Malaysia Civil Defence Force as forest rangers

Minister Hon. Arau tries to convince the House that Malaysia Civil Defence Force is capable of becoming voluntary forest rangers to help prevent illegal logging.

We must overcome the problems of laws,  training and allowances.

At least 50% land are covered with trees

The Natural Resources Ministry repeats in the House that Malaysia is committed internationally to sustain at least 50% of national land covered with trees and forest areas.

We are very concerned about laws and enforcement in some states.

First lady Chief Executive of Hong Kong

Yesterday, Carrie Lam was chosen the first Chief Executive of Hong Kong. Beijing elites favours her. She wants to heal the divide. Ho do Hong Kong people think?

Five-Year Strategic Plan

Datuk Seri Najib tells the House about the Five-Year Strategic Plan to practise the concept of wasatiyyah (moderation) in various aspects.

We hope that the universal concept of moderation will be implemented effectively.

Westminster Terror Attack

A day after Westminster terror attack, British parliament resumes its session,  commemorating the victims.

46 Malaysian hospitals over 50 years old

The Deputy Health Minister tells the House that many hospitals in Malaysia need renovation such as 46 hospitals over 50 years old.  We need over RM300 million to do so in order to prevent such incidents as fire at Sultan Aminah Hospital, Johor Bahru.
   We hope that the ministry carry out renovation works effectively.
  

Westminster terror attack

Westminster terror attack resulted in 5 persons killed and over 40 injured. Urgent investigation goes on. Condolences to the families of the victims.

Cyber crimes

Malaysian police show that in 2016, there were 11,186 cases of cyber crimes, incurring losses of about RM213 million, compared with 9,085 cases and nearly RM179 million in 2015.
   The people must be aware of these crimes. The police must step up efforts to prevent them.

Banning of laptops on flights to America

The banning of laptops from some Islamic countries to America and probably UK causes concern.

Drug addicts and traffickers

Drug is an international problem. Datuk Nor Jaslan tells the House that there are 30,886 addicts in Malaysia in 2016. We do not know the number of traffickers. We hope that all programmes including Perangi Dadah Habis-habisan (PDH) continue to be carried out seriously.

Google apology

Google apologizes as its advertisements contain elements of extremism such as Neo-Nazi. The stake is high.

Trump's claim about Obama wiretap

FBI Director Comey and National Security Agency Director Rogers say there is no evidence of Obama wiretapping Trump. Neither was there evidence of British Intelligence involvement.

Ringgit value goes down

Datuk Seri Najib tells the House that there are many factors causing Ringgit value to go down, the biggest being American interest rate and bonds held by non-residents (34%).
   We hope that there are effective measures to improve our economy, making the Ringgit more stable.

Human activity changes climate

Many believe that human activity changes climate. Trump doesn't. He reduces Environmental Protection Agency by 31%. Is he right?

Tillerson East Asia Tour

As North Korea continues to develop nuclear missiles,  US Secretary of State, Tillerson, visits South Korea, Japan and China, trying to stop it. We are concerned.

Meeting between Trump and Merkel

The veteran German politician, Angela Merkel met the businessman, Trump, with unusual media conference. Angela has taken in hundreds of thousands of refugees. But, Trump is keeping them out. Controversy continues.

Happy World Sleep Day

The world loses hundreds of billion a year as people lack sleep. For instance, America loses US$411 billion a year.

Syrian conflict

Syrian conflict carries on for six years: 300,000 persons have died and millions have become refugees. How do we prevent conflict?

2022 Commonwealth Games

Durban loses the right to host 2022 Commonwealth Games. Will Kuala Lumpur be given the chance?

English FA Cup quarter final

Mourinho was at Stamford Bridge with which he was familiar. He must have felt funny when Manchester United lost to Chelsea.

Federal Reserve of America

The Federal Reserve Bank of America is considering raising interest rate. We are concerned.

National Dairy Board

Datjk Seri Najib announces setting up National Dairy Board, hoping to improve the dairy industry such as the consumption of fresh milk going up to 50 littres per capita a year. Several ministries such as education will be involved.
   There have been dairy projects in the last four decades. We hope that the Government has effective measures for the dairy industry. Please don't waste.

Theresa May and Brexit

On 14 March, 2017, Theresa May will begin talks with the European Union on Brexit. Malaysia keeps an eye on it. She will talk with Clmmonwealth nations such as Malaysia.

QS University Rankings

In the QS University Rankings 11 subjects from 4 Malaysian Universities are in the top 50 such as 5 subjects from University of Malaya.
   All concerned must work harder to raise standard among universities in Malaysia.
  

Confirmed Kim Jong-nam

The Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Khalid confirmed that the man poisoned at KLIA2 on 13 Fdbruary, 2017 was the elder brother of North Korean leader, Kim Jong-nam.
   The action of Malaysia follows national and international practice.

Increase productivity

His Majesty has called on all parties to work together towards achieving a more sustainable economy.
   The Government must create good atmosphere such as efficient and trustworthy administration.

The size of Malaysian economy

His Majesty hss told the House that the Government is to expand Malaysian evonomy from RM1.3 trillion to RM2 trillion by 2025.

We like to see concrete steps such as efficient administration and integrity.

Happy International Women's Day

Happy International Women's Day

His Majesty and way of life

His Majesty, Yang di-Pertuan Agong, mentions healthy living, infections, health infrastructure, facilities and services.

We should follow His Majesty's advice. The Government must improve its maintenance of health infrastructure and facilities as well as improving the services.

Human Trafficking

Datuk Seri Zahid tells the House that in the handling of the issue of human trafficking, Malaysia is under Tier 2.
   We must work to be in Tier 1 and to ensure that victims are not exploited as slaves.

Malaysian armed forces

His Majesty, the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, recognises the sacrifices of Malaysian security forces.
   The Government must look after all aspects including allocation, training and welfare.

Deviant teachings and militant ideology

His Majesty The Yang di-Pertuan Agong applauds the police in exterminating radicalism, deviant teachings and militant ideology.
   These persist in Malaysia. All concerned must put up more efforts against them.

The official opening of parliamentary session

His Majesty Yang di-Pertuan Agong officially opened the fifth session of the 13th Malaysian Parliament, followed by the Royal Address. 

Members of Parliament must raise national issues such as economic, political and social problems.

Weekly update of ceiling price of petrol

"The ceiling price for fuel will be announced weekly from next month," said Domestic Trade, Cooperatives and Consumerism Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin.
   The minister should make sure that it is fair and reasonble.

Kim Jong-nam's death

North Korean ambassador, Kang Chol, was expelled from Malaysia because he insulted the country. The crisis continues.

Fossil evidence of life 4 million years ago

Fossil evidence shows a life form four million years ago. Human has been on earth 200,000 years.

National Housing Council and six enhanced measures

Malaysian National Housing Council has approved six measures to enhance National Housing Policy (2018-2022) such as helping people who cannot afford to buy houses.  The Government has spent RM6 billion to build affordable houses.
   Please implement the policy fairly and effectively, for example, the 1000 units People's Housing Programme in Sri Aman, Kepong.