5 May 2023
Topik Pada Hari Ini
> Randau Khas
> Dennis Along, Ketua Komunikasi PKR Baram - Kontroversi Mengenai Pelantikan Larry Sng sebagai Pengerusi Lembaga Industri Kayu Malaysia
> Dr. Malina Binti Osman, Epidemiolog Perubatan dan Biostatistikus Assoc Prof UPM - Melindungi Kanak-Kanak Semasa Pandemik
> Encik Linggang dari Mulu - Kebimbangan Mengenai Kurangnya Kemajuan dalam Pembangunan Negeri di Bawah Pentadbiran GPS
> Senator Bob Manolan Mohamad Orang Asli - Mesin Berat Masih Berada di Lombong Terbiar di Tasik Chini Selama Lebih Dari Dua Tahun.
On Today SHow
> Special Randau
> Dennis Along, head of communication PKR Baram – Controversy Surrounding Larry Sng's Appointment as Chairman of Malaysian Timber Industry Board
> Dr. Malina Binti Osman, UPM medical epidemiologist and biostatistician Assoc Prof – Protecting Children During the Pandemic
> Mr. Linggang from Mulu – Concerns over Lack of Progress in State Development under GPS Administration
> Bob Manolan Mohamad Senator Org Asli – Heavy Machinery Remains at Disused Mines in Tasik Chini for Over Two Years
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In today's Randau, we share 5 top news:
> PMO office fires director of media and communication - Wan Nurzila believed to be related to performance issues. The dismissal was done within 24 hours. This shows that the Anwar administration does not compromise on performance issues
> Mahathir files RM150 million lawsuit against PMX Anwar Ibrahim - Anwar is accused of defaming Tun Mahathir, who is said to have enriched his family and cronies during his administration.
> Anwar pledges to bring Jho Low back to face the law in Malaysia. Anwar revealed that several countries were involved in the process.
> Anwar believes that his administration will last until the end of the term.
> Criminal activities cause 10 MACC members to lose their jobs - an extraordinary move by the PMX administration. Regardless of who is involved, action will be taken if they are involved in crime and negligence.
----------------------------------------Dennis Along, head of communication PKR Baram
*Controversy Surrounding Larry Sng's Appointment as Chairman of Malaysian Timber Industry Board*
Dennis objected to the appointment of Larry Sng as the Chairman of the Malaysian Timber Industry Board (MTIB). Larry, who is a Member of Parliament for Julau and the President of the Malaysian United Indigenous Party, was appointed to the position by Deputy Prime Minister Fadilah Yusuf, who oversees the portfolio of the Ministry of Primary Industries.Dennis asserted that Larry was not qualified for the position because he has never been at the forefront of opposing illegal logging or defending the rights of indigenous people to the forest. Instead, activists such as Peter Kalang or Dr. Ellie Luhat should be appointed to the position because they have proven expertise and understanding of sustainable environmental conservation.
Larry is also not a principled leader. After Pakatan Harapan fell in 2018, he left the People's Justice Party and now infiltrated the PMX administration through an appointment by GPS. If Larry had stayed principled in PKR, he would likely have been a minister by now, said Dennis, not appealing for a position like the Chairman of MTIB.
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Dr. Malina Binti Osman, UPM medical epidemiologist and biostatistician Assoc Prof
Protecting Children During the Pandemic
Malaysia’s health ministry is mulling the implementation of a mask mandate in schools amid a rise in COVID-19 cases. According to the latest data from the health ministry, the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases rose by 30.4 per cent in the 14 days leading up to Apr 22. The health ministry also recorded 14,161 active cases as of that date.
Dr. Malina comment that, in the current situation, the majority of people have been vaccinated against the pandemic, making a significant difference compared to the period between 2020 and 2022. However, the severity of the outbreak still depends on the location and population affected.
Therefore, the education department recommends that children continue to wear masks. For families who cannot afford the cost of masks and other protective equipment, the government can provide subsidies to assist them.
Moreover, it is still advisable to wear masks in crowded places, especially for families with children, as it can protect them from getting infected since their immune systems may be more fragile than adults.
In hot weather conditions, it is recommended to drink more water, consume fruits and vegetables that are rich in vitamins, and stay indoors as much as possible to avoid going outside.
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Bob Manolan Mohamad Senator Org Asli
*Heavy Machinery Remains at Disused Mines in Tasik Chini for Over Two Years*
It has been two years since the Pahang royal household decreed the cessation of mining activities in the second-largest natural lake in Peninsular Malaysia due to environmental concerns. However, as of the time of writing, valuable heavy machinery such as excavators and dump trailers are still parked in the former mines, causing unease among the Orang Asli community living in the vicinity. These villagers depend heavily on the natural lake for their income, such as fishing and tourism.In 2000, Bob Manolan visited the area and spoke to the community. At that time, most rivers were already polluted due to mining operations. He was told that while all mining licenses have been ceased for operation, some licenses are still valid. Villagers have also informed him that heavy machinery is still parked in the area, causing worry not only among the local communities but also among tourists and environmentalists.
Bob hopes that the owners of the heavy machinery will remove their machines from the area. He also plans to visit the site before the next parliamentary sitting and bring up the issue.
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Mr. Linggang from Mulu
*Concerns over Lack of Progress in State Development under GPS Administration*
Mr. Linggang shared with RFS about the state-level development under the GPS administration. He stated that there has been no significant progress that is concerning.Here, Mr. Linggang comment that it cannot be denied that some people are still complaining about the cost of living that burdens their lives. However, he urged the public to give at least a little support for PMX to work towards restoring the country's issues burdened by debt and corruption. We have 5 years before changing the Prime Minister, and we must ensure that the people do not lose hope and give space for DSAI to continue governing the country.