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Tawfik cautions MUDA against race-based alliances

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FORMER UMNO MP Tawfik Ismail is urging Malaysian United Democratic Alliance (MUDA) to distance itself from race-based parties within the opposition bloc, warning that such ties could undermine nation-building.

He said MUDA risks compromising its ideals by remaining in the loose coalition announced by Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysiapresident Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin earlier this week, which Parti Sosialis Malaysia declined to join over concerns of ethnic-based rhetoric.

“If MUDA wants to look to the future, it should withdraw and the coalition appears race-based and united only by its aim to topple Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim,” he said as quoted by an online portal.

Tawfik noted that race-based parties were relevant during independence, but six decades later, Malaysia must prioritise integration and nation-building through non-racial platforms.

He said MUDA should hold to its young and idealistic vision, rather than align with opportunistic, identity-driven groups.

Tawfik, who is also part of the G25 group of prominent retired civil servants, stressed that Opposition parties must move beyond identity politics and focus on issues to remain credible.

On Monday (Aug 18), it was reported that 11 Opposition parties, including Bersatu, PAS, Parti Gerakan Rakyat Malaysia, Parti Pejuang Tanah Air and MUDA, had agreed to form a coalition aimed at holding the government accountable and pressing Anwar on reform pledges.

Penang MUDA information chief Danial Abdul Majeed clarified that the coalition was not a formal pact but a collaborative platform, stressing that the party would remain firm in voicing its concerns.

He said cooperation was possible on issues that improved the lives of the people, citing the economy, education and social wellbeing, while reiterating that MUDA would never compromise on its principles.

Danial added that the party would continue to raise concerns in line with its constitution and core values, similar to the collaborative approach between Pakatan Harapan (PH) and Barisan Nasional (BN).— TMR

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Former Thai leader Thaksin cleared of royal insult charges

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FORMER Thai leader Thaksin Shinawatra was cleared of royal defamation charges, a major reprieve for the politician whose family-backed parties have held sway over the nation’s politics for more than two decades.

A criminal court in Bangkok on Friday cleared 76-year-old Thaksin of allegations that he had violated the royal insult law over comments he made to a South Korean media outlet in 2015, according to his lawyer Winyat Chatmontree.

The court decided to drop the case as the prosecution couldn’t prove Thaksin had made the remarks alleged in the evidence and whether they referred to the king, Winyat said. Thaksin was also cleared of associated cyber crimes charges.

The former premier was formally charged last year under the lese majeste law, also known as Article 112 of Thailand’s Penal Code, which protects the royal family from criticism, almost a year after his return from 15 years of self-exile.

The case highlighted Thailand’s enduring power struggle. Thaksin’s populist appeal has long posed a challenge to the Bangkok establishment of military and business elites. Central to the conflict is the kingdom’s lese majeste law that carries penalties including up to 15 years in prison, which Thaksin says his rivals wielded against him following his 2006 ouster.

Thailand’s benchmark stock index jumped as much as 0.9% while the baht held steady after the ruling.

Easing Concerns

The acquittal should ease concerns of renewed tensions in a country that has a long history of political instability marked by ousters of multiple prime ministers through either court rulings or military coups. The royal insult case was the first in a string of legal cases against members of the Shinawatra clan.

Thaksin also faces a decision by the Supreme Court next month over whether he actually served a one-year prison sentence for a corruption conviction, when he spent time in a police hospital after returning to Thailand. An unfavorable ruling could potentially send him back to jail.

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Thaksin’s youngest daughter, has been suspended from office by a court for alleged ethical misconduct in handling a border conflict with Cambodia. The 39-year-old leader will learn on Aug. 29 if she can return to office, or is permanently disqualified.

A guilty verdict for Paetongtarn would make her the second Thai leader to be ousted by the court in two years, and trigger a parliamentary vote for a new leader. The ruling coalition helmed by Pheu Thai is already teetering following the exit of a key ally in the wake of a controversy over a leaked telephone call, forcing it to go slow on some major economic legislation.

History of Instability

The past two decades have seen multiple prime ministers linked to Thaksin removed either by court rulings or military coups. Paetongtarn’s immediate predecessor, Srettha Thavisin, was dismissed by the Constitutional Court over similar allegations of an ethics violation last year for a cabinet appointment.

The frequent bouts of political turmoil have dented Thailand’s growth prospects in recent years, which is now further threatened by a punitive US tariff and tourism downturn. Foreign investors have shunned Thai equities, the worst performer in Asia this year, as companies struggle to boost earnings in an economy forecast to expand just 2%, less than half the pace of regional peers such as Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philippines.

Moody’s Ratings warned last week of weakening growth potential, citing the limited progress on long-term reforms, domestic political uncertainty and heightened global trade instability. It said Thailand’s polarized politics — characterized by frequent government changes and fragile coalitions — has held back investment and stalled reforms needed to fix structural issues.

“We expect the political uncertainty in Thailand to persist over the medium term, which will continue to drag on the country’s growth potential and add to its vulnerability to shocks,” Moody’s said in a report.

The case against Thaksin was revived after his homecoming, following a messy election that saw his family-backed Pheu Thai Party come back to power. His return and the government formation with the support of several pro-royalist parties were widely viewed as part of a deal with the conservative establishment.

Thailand’s lese majeste law carries penalties for anyone who “defames, insults or threatens” the king, queen, heir-apparent or regent. While protests have at times called for changes to the law, a court ruling branding such actions as seditious — along with lengthy jail terms for reform advocates — has largely stifled those efforts. According to Thai Lawyers for Human Rights, at least 280 people have faced lese majeste charges since November 2020.

The Shinawatras have seen a steady decline in their popularity over the government’s handling of the deadliest border clash with Cambodia in decades, while a lackluster economy fuels public anger. Two large demonstrations in Bangkok in late June and earlier this month were held to demand Paetongtarn’s resignation, fueling concerns over more such protests. –BLOOMBERG

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Big China deals in wings for Boeing, Airbus set Comac back again

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CHINA has succeeded in matching or surpassing Western industrial technology in cars and trains.

But in planes, it’s still woefully behind, a dilemma underscored this week by reports that Chinese airlines intend to order nearly a thousand new jets from Boeing Co. and Airbus SE.

Commercial Aircraft Corp of China Ltd., as it is formally known, has delivered less than 200 planes since it was established in 2008 and they’re primarily flown by domestic carriers that are state owned also. That’s despite billions of dollars and years of effort into reducing China’s reliance on the duopoly of Airbus and Boeing.

As it is, Comac risks falling short of delivering some 75 jets this year.

“Any additional Boeing or Airbus narrowbody orders will deal a blow to Comac’s ambitions,” Eric Zhu, Bloomberg Intelligence Asia aviation and defence analyst, said.

Comac’s C919 jet, a 158- to 192-seat aircraft, is meant to take on the Airbus A320neo and Boeing’s 737 Max. But it’s struggling to sell internationally, mainly because Comac has been unable to secure certification of its airworthiness from gold-standard regulatory bodies outside of China.

Because the C919 is also heavily reliant on Western-made parts, including from the US, Shanghai-based Comac has been in the crosshairs of Washington’s tit-for-tat tariff dispute with Beijing that saw levies rise to as much as 145% before the two committed to a trade deal.

Previously, the US restricted some key parts including jet engines from being exported from the US to China, harming Comac’s efforts as its raised output. The single-aisle plane is built mostly with customized versions of parts from other manufacturers, such as engines from CFM International Inc., a Franco-US venture.

Comac planned to build and deliver as many as 75 planes this year, according to Cirium. To date, it’s handed over just five C919s to Chinese customers as of mid-August. China’s three biggest airlines — Air China Ltd., China Southern Airlines Co. and China Eastern Airlines Co. — expected Comac to deliver 32 C919s between them from a coordinated order of 300 planes made over the past 18 months.

Comac’s other jet that’s already in the skies is the smaller, regional C909, again operated by mainly domestic carriers as well as Indonesia’s TransNusa. Despite Beijing’s efforts to elevate Comac, the planemaker has placed less than 400 of its C919s to Chinese airlines despite an order book exceeding 1,000, largely populated by domestic aircraft leasing companies.

Airbus, meanwhile, which started producing its A320 family of jets in 1988, is about to outsell Boeing for the first time, perhaps as soon as next month, as the pair’s cumulative sales of their cash cow single-aisle jets top close to 12,175 units.

“For the time being, Comac is supplementary to Airbus and Boeing,” Lionel Olonga, senior valuations manager at aviation consultancy Cirium, said. “In the mid-2030s, it may have enough production and for replacement of narrow bodies, airlines could pivot to the C919.”

Comac has been trying to build an international presence, opening sales offices in Singapore and Hong Kong. It’s also targeted Vietnam, Indonesia and Cambodia to sell its planes. In some cases, it has offered generous financing terms, including even proposing to invest in airlines directly, to secure deals.

One area China and Comac is at least seeking less reliance on is its Western supplier base. Comac has been developing a China-made engine that it can deploy on the C919 and other future aircraft models it makes.

“Aircraft development and production is one of the hardest things and Comac is still one of the newest kids on the block,” said Alan Lim, director at Singapore-based Alton Aviation Consultancy. In the long run, as the C919 builds up a safe track record, “it may have the potential to challenge the duopoly.” –BLOOMBERG

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Skanska constructs a health sciences facility in Durham, North Carolina, USA for USD 69M, about SEK 690M

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STOCKHOLM, Aug. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Skanska has signed a contract with Durham Tech Community College to construct the college’s new health sciences building in Durham, North Carolina, USA. The contract is worth USD 69M, about SEK 690M, which will be included in the US order bookings for the third quarter of 2025.

The project encompasses the construction of a three story, about 7,400 square meter facility to house Durham Tech Community College’s Nursing, Surgical Technology, Anesthesia Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Clinical Research, and Occupational Therapy programs. The new building will also include allied health and simulation labs, classrooms, student collaboration areas and administrative support areas.

Construction will begin in September 2025 and will be completed in November 2027.

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Ashley Jeffery, Communications Director, USA Building, tel +1 813 459 3682
Andreas Joons, Press Officer, Skanska Group, tel +46 (0)10 449 04 94

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Aker Carbon Capture ASA: Liquidation balance sheet

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FORNEBU, Norway, Aug. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Reference is made to the extraordinary general meeting in Aker Carbon Capture ASA (under liquidation) (the “Company”) held on 5 August 2025 where it was resolved to liquidate the Company.

The Company’s Board of Directors has in accordance with section 16-6 of the Norwegian Public Limited Liability Companies Act prepared a liquidation balance sheet as of 31 July 2025. The liquidation balance sheet has been audited by the Company’s auditor. Both the balance sheet and the auditor’s report are attached hereto. The liquidation balance sheet and the auditor’s report will also be distributed to the shareholders of the Company prior to final liquidation and is also available at the Company’s registered office as required by the Norwegian Public Limited Liability Companies Act.

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This information is published in accordance with the disclosure requirements set out in the Norwegian Securities Trading Act section 5-12.

About Aker Carbon Capture ASA

Aker Carbon Capture ASA was established as a separate entity in 2020, building on more than 20 years long experience and maturation of the carbon capture technology within Aker. A Joint Venture between SLB and Aker Carbon Capture, SLB Capturi, was established in June 2024 with SLB owning 80% and Aker Carbon Capture ASA indirectly owning 20% through its subsidiary, Aker Carbon Capture AS. In May 2025, Aker Carbon Capture ASA and Aker ASA announced an agreement whereby Aker, through a subsidiary of Aker Capital AS, acquired the 20% ownership interest in SLB Capturi AS held by Aker Carbon Capture ASA’s subsidiary Aker Carbon Capture AS.

Following the completion of the transactions with SLB in 2024 and Aker in May 2025, Aker Carbon Capture ASA no longer engages in any investment or operational activities, nor is it expected that the Company will resume such activity or other activities.

To date, NOK 5.2 billion in cash has been returned to shareholders. In August 2025, the Extraordinary General Meeting resolved to initiate the liquidation of the company, with remaining funds to be distributed as liquidation dividends.

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Heartbeats Launches Digital Wellness Platform Led by World-Renowned Heart Specialist Dr. Hosen Kiat

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SYDNEY, Aug. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In an online world awash with wellness fads and misinformation, one of the world’s most cited cardiologists has decided to step in. Dr Hosen Kiat, ranked among the top 1% of clinical researchers worldwide, has launched a YouTube channel dedicated to evidence-based advice on aging well — proving that age is no barrier to starting fresh.

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“For too long, social media has amplified hype and half-truths about health,” Dr. Kiat said. “At 70, I want to show that prevention can be practical, reliable, and empowering — and that science, not speculation, is the key to living long and well.”

The channel, part of Dr. Kiat’s new initiative Heartbeats Australia, forms the backbone of a broader mission to democratize health education. Alongside digital courses, public health programs, and his upcoming book Wisdom from Two Worlds, the platform aims to blend the best of Western medicine with Eastern longevity traditions for a global audience.

Reinventing Aging in the Digital Era

While many slow down at 70, Dr. Kiat is rewriting what aging looks like. With a straight-talking style and willingness to debunk myths, his content resonates across generations searching for clarity in the noise of online wellness culture.

“The new frontier of medicine is not just adding years to life, but adding life to years,” he said.

A Career of Global Impact

Dr. Kiat’s authority comes from decades at the forefront of cardiology. After training in Australia, he became Director of Cardiac Imaging Research at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, where he co-developed cardiac imaging software (QGS & QPS) now used worldwide by GE, Siemens, and Philips. Over his career, he has treated more than 100,000 patients, published over 200 peer-reviewed papers, and trained the next generation of doctors as Foundation Professor of Cardiology at Macquarie University.

Now, he believes his most important work lies ahead — bringing prevention into the mainstream conversation.

Call to Action

Heartbeats will roll out practical health articles and wellness programs through www.drkiat.com, extending Dr. Kiat’s evidence-based approach beyond the clinic and into households worldwide.

“The years ahead are yours to shape. But you must start now,” Dr. Kiat said. “The silent stalkers of health — heart disease, stroke, dementia — are preventable if we pay attention and act early.”

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Star Health Insurance Achieves Landmark Milestone: Protects 30 Lakh Senior Citizen Lives & Settles Claims worth over Rs. 11,500 Crore

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In last 18 years Star Health Insurance has settled over Rs. 11,500 Cr worth claims for senior citizens
Senior Citizen Policies issued cover 30 lakh active members across India
First to introduce specially designed plans for individuals aged 60 and above, with no pre-insurance medical tests required
Coverage now includes home healthcare services, outpatient consultations, and post-hospitalisation support to meet evolving senior healthcare needs
Elder Care Program offers a comprehensive service, designed to support elders in every aspect of their lives

CHENNAI, India, Aug. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On the occasion of World Senior Citizens Day, Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited (Star Health Insurance), India’s largest standalone health insurance provider, today announced a significant milestone in senior citizen healthcare protection, having successfully covered 30 lakh active senior citizens lives and settled claims worth over Rs. 11,500 crore over the past 18 years. It also celebrates its flagship Senior Citizen Red Carpet Policy, the industry-first health insurance specially designed for individuals aged 60 and over.

The Senior Citizen Red Carpet Policy was launched in 2007, and was one of the first in India to address the specific healthcare needs of those aged 60 and above. In a country where over 11 percent individuals are now senior citizens, Star Health has played a meaningful role in providing financial protection for health-related expenses for senior citizen during later years in life.

The Company offers coverage for senior citizens across products namely Star Senior Citizen Red Carpet, Star Health Assure, Star Health Super Star, Star Comprehensive Insurance and Star Family Health Optima. An Elder Care program is available with Star Flexi a multi-rider add-on, which offers a comprehensive service, designed to support elders in every aspect of their lives. From managing emergencies and healthcare needs to participating in daily live engaging events and receiving concierge support for daily errands & host of other services. These claims range from planned surgeries and chronic illness treatments to emergency hospitalisations, reflecting the wide spectrum of healthcare needs in later life. With a wide network of over 14,500+ hospitals offering cashless treatment, and a simplified on boarding process, the company has helped ease access to quality healthcare for older adults across both metros and smaller towns.

In a country where a large portion of seniors live with at least one chronic condition and healthcare expenses for the elderly are significantly higher, Star Health plans offers more than just financial coverage; it offers confidence and lifelong insurance benefits. With flexible sum insured options and a comprehensive set of benefits, including anywhere cashless facility, home healthcare services, outpatient consultations, and post-hospitalisation support, the policy is designed to empower seniors. The inclusion of home healthcare services under select plans is especially relevant today, enabling medical care such as nursing support, doctor visits, and physiotherapy to be delivered right at home. This is particularly beneficial for seniors recovering from illness or surgery, ensuring continuity of care without the strain of frequent hospital visits.

Expressing his gratitude on World Senior Citizens Day, Anand Roy, MD & CEO, Star Health and Allied Insurance, said, “World Senior Citizens Day is a reminder of the respect and care we owe our elderly. At Star Health Insurance, we believe health insurance for seniors should offer more than coverage. It should provide confidence, dignity, and peace of mind. Our Senior Citizens plans are created with that purpose in mind, to make healthcare in later years accessible and stress-free. We have shaped it by listening to what matters most to seniors: timely support, simplicity, and trust.“

Key Features of the Senior Citizens Red Carpet Policy:

Entry age: 60 to 75 years (with lifelong renewals)
Sum insured options from Rs. 1 lakh to Rs. 25 lakhs
No pre-insurance medical screening required (except in certain cases)
Covers a wide range of day care procedures
Home healthcare support included
Outpatient consultations covered at network hospitals
Coverage for modern treatments and AYUSH systems (Ayurveda, Homeopathy, etc.)
Post-hospitalisation expenses covered (up to 7% of hospitalisation cost)
Second medical opinion facility available
Compassionate travel benefit for family during emergencies
Cashless hospitalisation across 14,500+ network hospitals
Premium payment flexibility: Quarterly, Half-yearly, Annual
Tax benefits under Section 80D of the Income Tax Act

With India’s senior population set to grow rapidly in the coming years, Star Health remains focused on building insurance solutions that evolve with their needs. The Company continues to invest in customer support, driven by technology, medical innovation, and last-mile accessibility to ensure that the elderly feel protected, respected, and well cared for at every stage of life.

About Star Health and Allied Insurance

Star Health and Allied Insurance Co. Ltd. (BSE: 543412) (NSE: STARHEALTH) is a market leader in standalone health insurance in India. The Company commenced operations in 2006 and is India’s first Standalone Health Insurance Company. Star Health Insurance provides Health, Personal Accident and Travel Insurance to customer. The Company has grown to emerge as one of the preferred private health insurance Company in India with several pioneering products and services to its credit. With customer-centricity at its core, the Company has superior and innovative product offerings, service capabilities and a seamless claims management process. Star Health offers tailor made products to cater to the needs of customers across cancer, diabetes, cardiac illnesses and senior citizen, women and children specialized suite of health insurance offerings Star Health is India’s first health insurance Company to settle over 1 crore claims.

Star Health Insurance has a strong multi-channel distribution network with 914 offices, with 14,500+ network hospitals, over 7,89,000 licensed agents, robust bancassurance and financial institution partners. In FY25, Star Health’s gross written premium stood at Rs. 17, 553 Cr with its net worth at Rs. 8,668 Cr.

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Mosques, surau under JAKIM, JAWI to hold solat hajat for Gaza after Friday prayers

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PUTRAJAYA — All mosques and surau under the purview of the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) and the Federal Territories Islamic Religious Department (JAWI) have been instructed to perform solat hajat (prayer of need) and recite Qunut Nazilah after Friday prayers today.

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Mohd Na’im Mokhtar said the directive serves as a manifestation of prayers and solidarity from Malaysian Muslims for their brothers and sisters in Gaza, who are enduring one of the worst humanitarian crises.

He added that the famine crisis in Gaza continues to worsen, hospitals are crippled, and the number of victims – the majority of them children and women – is rising by the day.

“We cannot remain silent while innocent lives are being taken. Prayer is indeed the weapon of the believer, but it must go hand in hand with awareness and collective action.

“Let us unite in prayer, asking Allah SWT to grant safety, strength, and victory to the Palestinian people, and to bring an end to the tyranny of the Zionist regime,” he said in a statement. — BERNAMA

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Malaysia’s inflation up 1.2% in July 2025

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KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysia’s inflation increased by 1.2 per cent to 134.7 in July 2025 from 133.1 in the same month last year, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

In a statement today, DOSM said that the increase was driven by the inflation rate for the insurance and financial services group, which rose to 5.5 per cent compared to 1.5 per cent in the previous month.

“The increase in Malaysia’s inflation was also driven by the restaurants and accommodation services group (3.1 per cent; June 2025: 2.8 per cent) and transport (0.4 per cent; June 2025: 0.3 per cent),” it said.

DOSM said that the significant rise in the inflation rate for the insurance and financial services group was driven by the increase in the premium charges for hospital benefit insurance (14.7 per cent; June 2025: 0.4 per cent) and premium including service charges for motorcycles and scooters insurance (1.8 per cent; June 2025: 1.3 per cent).

It said that the food and beverages group, which contributes 29.8 per cent to the total Consumer Price Index (CPI) weight, recorded a growth of 1.9 per cent in July 2025 compared to 2.1 per cent in June 2025.

“This was contributed by the inflation of the food away from home subgroup (4.3 per cent; June 2025: 4.7 per cent) and food at home, which declined to -0.3 per cent (June 2025: -0.4 per cent),” it said.

Chief statistician Datuk Sri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin highlighted that 58.3 per cent of items in the CPI basket (334 out of 573) recorded price increases.

“Nonetheless, out of this total, 322 items registered an increase of less than or equal to 10 per cent, while only 12 items recorded increases of more than 10 per cent in July 2025.

“The remainder 189 items showed a decline, and 50 items remained unchanged,” he said.

Mohd Uzir said that both inflation for unleaded petrol RON97 and diesel remained in negative territory, at -7.8 per cent (June 2025: -10.4 per cent) and -7.1 per cent (June 2025: -3.4 per cent), respectively.

“The average price of RON97 unleaded petrol in July 2025 stood at RM3.20 per litre, compared to RM3.47 per litre in July 2024.

“Meanwhile, the average price for diesel in Peninsular Malaysia was at RM2.89 per litre (July 2024: RM3.35 per litre), and the average price of diesel for Sabah, Sarawak and the Federal Territory of Labuan remained at RM2.15 per litre,” he said.

On inflation at the state level, Mohd Uzir said 12 states recorded increases below the national inflation rate of 1.2 per cent, with Kelantan recording the lowest inflation (0.0 per cent) in July 2025.

“However, four states recorded increases above the national inflation level, namely Johor (1.8 per cent), Selangor (1.5 per cent), Negeri Sembilan (1.4 per cent) and Melaka (1.3 per cent),” he added. — BERNAMA

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MB: Sireh Park upgrades in line with Johor Green and Maju Johor 2030 agendas

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ISKANDAR PUTERI — Sireh Park, Malaysia’s largest urban community green recreational park, is poised to further strengthen its role as a model for sustainable urban living through a series of ongoing initiatives, including infrastructure upgrades and environmental conservation efforts.

Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the 139-hectare park in Iskandar Puteri plays a vital role in supporting the Johor Green and Maju Johor 2030 agendas. Beyond serving as a recreational hub, the park acts as a natural carbon sink, helping to absorb emissions, mitigate urban heat, improve air quality, and safeguard ecological balance for the surrounding community.

He said UEM Group Berhad (UEM Group), through its sponsorship of 100 new tree plantings and the upgrading of the Eco Link Bridge within the 343-acre park, has made a significant contribution towards enhancing the quality of life for Johoreans.

“UEM has once again demonstrated that development is not solely about investment and physical growth, but also about improving quality of life and ensuring long-term sustainability.

“As part of this upgrading effort, we also plan to introduce a petting zoo at Sireh Park, which will further enrich its offerings as a community-centric green space,” he said during the Eco Link Bridge launching ceremony today.

Sireh Park, which is managed by the Nusajaya Natural Heritage Trust, continues to serve as a hub for recreation, tourism, and ecological conservation.

The newly upgraded Eco Link Bridge, formerly known as the Hill Bridge, was originally constructed as a temporary facility for the 2020 Malaysia Games (SUKMA), which were later cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Its reconstruction, which began last year using environmentally friendly materials, was completed earlier this year. The upgraded bridge is expected to help preserve the park’s natural beauty and ecological balance.

Meanwhile, under the Plant that Tree initiative, more than 10,000 trees have already been planted in less than a decade, with a target of reaching 25,000 trees by 2028. — BERNAMA