Malaysia to prioritise Asean connectivity and inclusivity under Aipa presidency, says Johari

VIENTIANE: Malaysia’s presidency of Aipa next year would prioritise enhancing Asean connectivity by expanding both physical and digital infrastructure to boost trade, investment and people movement, said Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul. Johari, in his acceptance speech as the 46th Asean Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (Aipa) president, reaffirmed Malaysia’s dedication to regional unity and parliamentary diplomacy. "We...

No notification yet on six Bersatu MPs’ status, says Speaker

KYOTO: Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul (pic) says he has not received any official notice regarding the seats of six Bersatu MPs who had their party membership revoked recently. Johari said he also needed time to examine all aspects of the matter carefully, especially involving the anti-party hopping law, before making any decision. "At the...