PAS and unity government are engaged in discussions, says Fahmi

NIBONG TEBAL: Whether PAS will join the unity government remains unknown, but discussions are being held between the two factions, said Fahmi Fadzil. He said the Prime Minister and several leaders from the Islamist party had held numerous discussions, indicating negotiations and considerations about PAS joining the unity government. The government spokesman, however, did not deny or...

MCMC to begin process of appointing second 5G network operator

PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has been instructed to begin the process of identifying and appointing a mobile network operator (MNO) to develop the country's second 5G network. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said this includes issuing the applicant information package (AIP) on July 1. He also said the process would be done transparently,...

Malaysia-China diplomatic ties 50th Anniversary pivotal for future cooperation, says Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR: Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil regards the 50th Anniversary of the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between Malaysia and China as a significant milestone to be celebrated, as well as an opportunity to enhance future cooperation. He said the celebration holds great significance, given the strong ties established between the two countries over the past 50...

Telco cable thefts: Govt to consider heavier penalties, Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR: The government is considering imposing heavier penalties on individuals involved in stealing telecommunication cables, which cause service disruptions. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the punishment will be proposed in the amendment to the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, currently being studied by the Attorney-General's Chambers. "I will ask the team at the Communications Ministry and...

Fahmi wants MYGCC to gather public feedback on targeted diesel subsidies

PUTRAJAYA: Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has called for the Malaysia Government Call Centre (MyGCC) to record data on the number of calls and questions received from the public regarding the newly implemented targeted diesel subsidy system. Speaking to the media after the ministry's monthly assembly for June on Tuesday (June 11), he said the data will...

Fahmi presents instrument of royal invitation to Sabah governor for King’s coronation

KOTA KINABALU: Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil was granted an audience by the Yang di-Pertua Negeri of Sabah Tun Juhar Mahiruddin at Istana Seri Kinabalu here Monday (June 10) to present the instrument of royal invitation to the Coronation of His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia. Fahmi, who is also the chairman of the Special Committee...

Fahmi presents instrument of royal invitation to Kedah sultan for King’s coronation

KUALA LUMPUR: Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil was granted an audience by the Sultan of Kedah Al-Aminul Karim Sultan Sallehuddin Sultan Badlishah on Tuesday (June 4), to present the instrument of royal invitation to the Coronation of the 17th King of Malaysia, His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim. Fahmi, the chairman of the Special Committee for the King's Coronation...

Meeting with Meta to discuss commitment to combat fake news, disinformation, says Fahmi

PUTRAJAYA: The Communications Ministry’s meeting with Meta Platforms Inc (Meta) and representatives of other social media platforms scheduled to be held in Singapore next month will discuss, among others, the Madani government’s commitment to combat fake news and disinformation, says Fahmi Fadzil. The Communications Minister said the meeting would take place during his official visit to...

No contract awarded to Asia Mobiliti Technologies for DRT project, says Fahmi

PUTRAJAYA: No contract has been awarded to Asia Mobiliti Technologies in running the Selangor Demand Responsive Transit (DRT) project, says Fahmi Fadzil. The Communications Minister said the cabinet meeting on Wednesday (May 29) was informed by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim that Asia Mobiliti had only provided "proof of concept." He said this in light of...

S’porean comedian’s permit cancellation took into account police reports, says Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR: The cancellation of the permit for popular comedian Sharul Channa to perform in Malaysia by the Central Agency for Application for Filming and Performance by Foreign Artistes (Puspal) was made after taking into account police reports lodged over an old video of hers that allegedly touched on race, religion, and royalty (3R) issues,...