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Simpan SSPN eases financial burden through Takaful protection

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Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir (third from right) presenting Simpan SSPN takaful protection benefits to the widow of the late Poovan Arumugam. Also present were PTPTN chairperson Datuk Seri Norliza Abdul Rahim; AKPET director Dr Harshita Aini Haroon (left); and PTPTN CEO Ahmad Dasuki Abdul Majid (right).

THE National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN), through its Ziarah Kasih Simpan SSPN outreach programme, recently visited the family of the late Poovan Arumugam, a Simpan SSPN depositor, at their residence in Putrajaya.

Poovan, a government servant, passed away on June 25, 2025 at the age of 52.

During the visit, Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir presented a letter and a mock card symbolising the takaful protection and death benefit under Simpan SSPN to Poovan’s next of kin.

Also present were PTPTN chairperson Datuk Seri Norliza Abdul Rahim; Secretary-General of the Higher Education Ministry Datuk Dr Anesee Ibrahim; PTPTN CEO Ahmad Dasuki Abdul Majid; Higher Education Leadership Academy director (AKPT) Dr Harshita Aini Haroon; PTPTN COO Mastura Mohd Khalid; and KL state PTPTN director Ahmad Shahril @Muhammad Ghazali.

Poovan was a Simpan SSPN Prime depositor, having opened accounts for himself and his three children. His savings qualified him for takaful protection benefits amounting to RM1,822.56, along with a death benefit of RM3,000, bringing the total benefits under Simpan SSPN Prime to RM4,822.56.

Additionally, he had opened Simpan SSPN Plus accounts for his children, namely the Topas Package with a monthly commitment of RM100 (RM90 savings + RM10 takaful contribution) for one child and the Delima Package, each with a monthly commitment of RM50 (RM40 savings + RM10 takaful contribution) for two children.

For a total monthly takaful contribution of RM30, Poovan was covered under Simpan SSPN Plus with takaful protection amounting to RM90,000 and a death benefit of RM9,000. This brought the total Simpan SSPN Plus benefits to RM99,000.

In total, Poovan’s family received RM103,822.56 in combined benefits under both Simpan SSPN Prime and Plus, offering significant financial relief during a difficult time.

PTPTN currently offers two main savings products:

Simpan SSPN Prime, which includes free Ringgit-to-Ringgit takaful protection for depositors with at least RM1,000 in savings in the event of death or total permanent disability.
It also offers up to RM8,000 in annual income tax relief, matching grants of up to RM10,000 per family for eligible recipients, competitive dividends, Shariah compliance, and government-guaranteed savings.
Simpan SSPN Plus, which offers six packages ranging from RM30 (Intan) to RM500 (Berlian) monthly.
It includes additional takaful benefits up to RM1.2 million, death benefits for depositors, spouses, and up to five children, critical illness coverage, hospitalisation allowance, and coverage up to age 69—subject to the selected package and the takaful operator.
No medical check-up is required for account opening except for the Berlian package, which only requires the completion of three health-related questions. — TMR

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Malaysia to introduce 3 key actions in wake of lowered US tariff on goods

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MALAYSIA will introduce three key follow-up actions in wake of the concluded tariff renegotiation agreement with the US, which saw tariffs on Malaysia goods reduced from 25% to 19%.

Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz (picture) explained that these actions include an exporter outreach programme, regulatory reform and a nationwide supply chain mapping initiative.

The tariff negotiation agreement with the US took place on Aug 1, a result of many months of detailed and rigorous negotiations.

The minister also stated that Malaysia did not compromise any of its priorities during the process.

“Most importantly, we managed to reach this agreement without giving up our red lines in key areas,” he said in his keynote speech at The Edge Malaysia Centurion Club Awards 2025 today.

Tengku Zafrul added that negotiation was a joint national effort which involved support from the government and multiple stakeholders.

With the new tariff agreement in place, the government will be focusing on three areas which will kick off with an outreach programme to assist industry players and exporters.

“Some of you here today may be affected, but once again, we will engage the entire export ecosystem — not just multinational corporations, but also all small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that support major exporters,” he said.

The second focus will be the government’s plan to boost industrial reforms by reducing bureaucracy and reviewing outdated, overlapping or unnecessary regulations and procedures.

Whereas the third priority will enhance the resilience of Malaysia’s supply chains by strengthening the role of key industries within the global supply network.

The minister also shared that the country is making steady progress with its supply chain and mapping project which is to identify all players involved in economic activities across key industrial sectors.

On the other hand, Tengku Zafrul mentioned that mid-sized Malaysian companies, where those between a market capitalisation of RM100 million to RM1 billion, remain vital to the country’s growth goals under the New Industrial Master Plan (NIMP) 2030.

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Thousands step up for health at SMC’s Life Moves Festival 2025

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SUNWAY Medical Centre, Sunway City (SMC) held its inaugural Life Moves Festival 2025, drawing participation from more than 2,000 individuals across all walks of life, who rallied to take charge of their health.

According to the National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2023, 15.6% of Malaysian adults live with diabetes, while over 50% are overweight or obese.

Cardiovascular disease and cancer remain major contributors to premature mortality, with many cases detected only at advanced stages, making early intervention more vital than ever.

The Life Moves Festival 2025 aimed to address this gap by bringing core health services into a communal open-door setting, offering free screenings and assessments including blood glucose and cholesterol checks, body composition analysis and urine screenings.

The SMC medical professionals were on hand to provide wellness guidance, with many participants receiving consultation on their health.

Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City CEO Dr Seow Vei Ken noted that in many cases, early detection and effective management can improve patients’ outcomes and control the progression of non-communicable diseases (NCDs).

“Through this event, we encourage the community to take their health seriously, without fear or judgment.

“Sometimes, the first step is simply knowing where you stand, and early action and accountability strengthen our healthcare system and benefit the nation in the long run,” he said in a statement.

One of the standout experiences was the “Jantungku” Walkthrough Exhibit, a multi-sensory journey through the cardiovascular system which captured the attention of attendees, both young and old.

The exhibit served as a powerful reminder of how everyday lifestyle choices directly impact long-term well-being.

There were health-themed game stations and hands-on activities for parents and children while shoppers explored the Vibrant Health Marketplace.

Life Moves Festival 2025 emphasised SMC’s continued efforts to make preventive healthcare more accessible to the public.

The event’s success was underpinned by the collective efforts of SMC’s healthcare teams and key partners who contributed to the festival’s impact and reach.

SMC holds three major hospital-wide accreditations, namely the Joint Commission International (JCI) Accreditation from the US; Australian Council on Healthcare Standards (ACHS); and the Malaysian Society for Quality in Health (MSQH).

SMC was recognised as Malaysia’s top hospital and among the world’s top 250 in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals ranking in 2024 and 2025. The hospital also secured a fourth consecutive title as Hospital of the Year (Malaysia) at the Healthcare Asia Awards 2025. — TMR

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Hunter unveils their second mono store in Singapore

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SINGAPORE, Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Just over a year since its debut in Singapore, Hunter opens its second store at Suntec City — a celebration of timeless heritage and British craftsmanship.

Hunter Suntec City Store

Strategically located in one of Singapore’s largest malls and busiest lifestyle destinations, Hunter’s new store at Suntec City offers more than retail — it’s an immersive showcase of British craftsmanship, purposeful design, and a spirit of adventure. Honouring over 160 years of heritage, the space reflects Hunter’s commitment to everyday resilience and all-weather readiness.

Located at the heart of Suntec City — home to the iconic Fountain of Wealth — the store embodies the mall’s vibrant energy and its spirit of connection, prosperity, and well-being.

Immersive Experience

While the new store retains a clean and understated retail layout, the real highlight is the immersive storytelling that begins even before customers step inside. At the storefront, visitors are greeted with a bespoke installation showcasing the deconstructed form of Hunter’s iconic Original Tall Boot — separated into 28 handcrafted components. The display is a visual tribute to Hunter’s dedication to artisanal boot-making, bringing the brand’s legacy of quality and detail to life.

From its roots in protecting British pioneers from the elements to becoming a global fashion symbol seen at music festivals and city streets alike, Hunter continues to evolve while staying grounded in its legacy. The new Suntec City store reaffirms the brand’s commitment to timeless style and purposeful design.

Store Address
Hunter, Suntec City Mall
3 Temasek Blvd, #01-415/417, Singapore 038983

About Hunter

Born in Britain, Universal in Appeal

With a 160-plus-year heritage, the Hunter brand has evolved from a rubber boot to a lifestyle brand, offering an expansive footwear collection, outerwear, bags and accessories designed for outdoor performance in both rural and urban environments. With seasonal introductions of fresh new styles and colorways inspired by the brand’s strong DNA, Hunter has cemented its position as the “welly of choice” among outdoor enthusiasts, celebrities and fashion trendsetters alike.

For more information about the brand, visit https://hunterboots.sg/

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BRI media and photographers explore Chongqing’s modern development

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BEIJING, Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Chongqing Belt and Road Journalists Station — Discover Chongqing Tour, held in Southwest China’s Chongqing and attended by photo contest winners and media professionals from five countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative, concluded on July 30.

Media representatives from five countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative attend the Chongqing Belt and Road Journalists Station — Discover Chongqing Tour in July. (Photo by Wang Jing) (PRNewsfoto/China Daily)

Chongqing was awarded a Belt and Road Journalists Station during the 2024 Belt and Road Journalists Forum. Earlier this year, the Chongqing station collaborated with China Daily to organize an event sharing stories related to the BRI. It featured the “Chongqing’s Footprint on Silk Road” Photo Contest and the Discover Chongqing tour.

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During their three-day tour, the delegation explored key sites, including the Chongqing International Logistics Hub Park in Shapingba district, the Memorial Site of the Bombardment of Chongqing, Shibati Scenic Spot in Yuzhong district, Chongqing Nanshan Botanical Garden, Xiahao Lane in Nan’an district, and the Seres Super Factory (Longxing) in Liangjiang New Area. The visit aimed to provide insights into Chongqing’s modern achievements, strengthen media cooperation with the city, and share valuable experiences related to participating in BRI construction.

“I have traveled to China on several occasions and have previously shared a lot about the country on my personal Instagram account. During my first visit to Chongqing this time, I have captured a wealth of material and would love to share the stories of this wonderful city to my fans as well,” said Duisenova Sandugash from Kazakhstan.

The photo contest had received a total of 351 submissions from 12 countries, according to the organizers.

Chongqing, a pivotal transport hub and economic center in southwestern China, has embraced the BRI since its inception. This megacity, with a population of 32 million, boasts key geographic advantages as a connecting point for the BRI and the Yangtze River Economic Belt.

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Speaker explains why six pro-govt Bersatu MPs still in opposition bloc

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KUALA LUMPUR — The six MPs who left Bersatu are still occupying seats in the opposition bloc despite expressing support for the prime minister because there is no official notification on their switching sides, the Dewan Rakyat was told today.

Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul (picture) said as far as he is concerned, based on the Federal Constitution and Standing Orders, the six individuals are opposition MPs.

“There is not a single written statement addressed to me saying they want to leave the opposition to join the government.

“So, for me, they remain in that bloc (opposition), and that is why I haven’t changed (their seating arrangement). For me, they are still defined as members entitled to ask questions from the (opposition) bloc.

“As long as there is no black-and-white declaration saying, ‘I am leaving the opposition to join the government’, I must be fair to them because they also have the right as MPs to raise questions,” he said after the question-and-answer session in Parliament.

Johari was responding to a query by Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan (PN-Kota Bharu), who questioned the allocation of daily oral questions and Prime Minister’s Question Time (PMQT) slots, claiming it was imbalanced and biased in favour of the government MPs.

According to Takiyuddin, of the 10 questions answered by the government today, six were from government MPs, three from opposition MPs, and one from the Bukit Gantang MP, who supports the government.

“In fact, yesterday during PMQT, there were supposed to be three questions. But only one came from a government MP, another from the Kuala Kangsar MP and none from the opposition,” he said.

Responding, Johari said he must be fair in ensuring that every MP has the opportunity to pose questions during Q&A and MQT sessions.

The six MPs in question are Datuk Syed Abu Hussin Hafiz Syed Abdul Fasal (Bukit Gantang), Datuk Dr Suhaili Abdul Rahman (Labuan), Zahari Kechik (Jeli), Mohd Azizi Abu Naim (Gua Musang), Datuk Iskandar Dzulkarnain Abdul Khalid (Kuala Kangsar) and Datuk Dr Zulkafperi Hanapi (Tanjong Karang).

On June 12 last year, the six MPs were served notices of membership termination after they failed to respond to a written directive from Bersatu’s Supreme Council to declare their loyalty to the party.

Eight days later, Bersatu Chief Whip and vice-president Datuk Dr Ronald Kiandee submitted a notice to the Speaker regarding the vacancy of their parliamentary seats due to the termination of their party memberships.

On July 10, 2024, Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin confirmed that Johari had informed the party no parliamentary seats were vacant for the six MPs who declared support for Anwar. — BERNAMA

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KSN: PSD to study proposal to raise mandatory retirement age to 65

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PUTRAJAYA — The Public Service Department (PSD) will conduct a study on the proposal to raise the mandatory retirement age for civil servants from 60 to 65.

According to Chief Secretary to the Government (KSN) Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar (picture), an in-depth study of the proposal is indeed necessary before any decision can be made.

“There has been no study on the proposal so far. So, the PSD will conduct one first,” he told reporters after attending a lecture titled ‘State Capacity and Directed Growth: A Mission-Oriented Approach’ by renowned economist Prof Mariana Francesca Mazzucato, here today.

On July 31, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, when tabling the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) in Parliament, announced that the retirement age policy would be reviewed in line with Malaysia’s demographic shift toward an ageing nation.

The initiative is part of the ninth strategic thrust of 13MP, which focuses on advancing social justice and equal opportunities for all citizens.

Anwar previously stated that various factors, including financial implications and job market dynamics, must be considered before making a final decision on the matter.

In May, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said proposed that the government consider increasing the retirement age, arguing that it was a loss to force capable individuals to retire at 60 when many remain active, productive, and able to contribute meaningfully to the workforce.

Currently, the mandatory retirement age for civil servants in Malaysia is 60, which also serves as the minimum retirement age for private sector workers under the Minimum Retirement Age Act 2012. — BERNAMA

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Chikungunya in China: What you need to know

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The Aedes Mosquito, the transmitter of dengue, Zika and chikungunya (Photo by Soumyabrata Roy / NurPhoto via AFP)

BEIJING – Cases of chikungunya fever are rising in southern China, prompting local authorities to take measures to curb its spread.

Here is what you need to know about the disease:

What is chikungunya?

Chikungunya is caused by a virus that can be passed to humans by infected mosquitoes, with most cases occurring in Africa, Asia and the Americas.

Symptoms include fever and joint pain, which may persist for some time but are rarely fatal.

Because the symptoms of chikungunya resemble other mosquito-borne diseases like dengue and Zika, it can sometimes be hard to determine the extent of an outbreak.

Two vaccines for chikungunya have been approved in some countries but are not yet widely used.

Infected people are typically given medicines like paracetamol to ease their symptoms.

How serious is China’s outbreak?

More than 7,700 people in the southern province of Guangdong have been infected in recent weeks, according to an article by the China Association for Science and Technology that was widely carried by state media.

Most cases have occurred in the industrial centre of Foshan, where 2,770 people fell ill between July 27 and August 2, the provincial disease control office said on Sunday.

Dozens of infections have also been detected in neighbouring Guangzhou, while semiautonomous Hong Kong reported its first case on Saturday.

Chief expert Kang Min said “the rapid rise of the epidemic has been preliminarily curbed” in Guangdong, according to a statement from the province’s disease control office.

But Kang warned that officials still faced “complex and severe challenges” due to the high risk of imported cases in the international trade hub as well as rain and typhoons that help mosquitoes to thrive.

What are authorities doing?

Top officials in Guangdong agreed at a meeting on Saturday to “go all out to win the… war of annihilation against the epidemic”, according to an official statement.

They stressed the need to “mobilise the public” to eliminate the conditions in which mosquitoes breed, for example, by removing pots and cans, unblocking ditches and clearing pools of stagnant water.

Footage by state news agency Xinhua showed doctors at a hospital in Foshan’s Shunde district tending to a ward of chikungunya patients lying on beds surrounded by mosquito nets.

Other interventions seemed more dramatic.

The New York Times reported that some infected people in Foshan were “given no choice” but to go to hospital, while others had workers enter their homes without consent in search of stagnant water.

State media and local governments have published images of workers in helmets and face masks spraying insecticide in parks, gardens and overgrown buildings, where mosquitoes can linger.

Law enforcement officers have threatened fines of up to 1,000 yuan ($140) for businesses that do not take adequate steps to prevent mosquitoes from breeding, according to the provincial disease control office.

And one subdistrict in Foshan cut power to the homes of some residents who failed to comply with disease controls, according to an online statement from a local government committee.

Should people be worried?

The United States has issued a travel advisory urging increased caution when going to affected areas in China.

Some of China’s measures evoke its pandemic strategy, when Beijing wielded city-wide lockdowns, lengthy quarantines and travel bans to curb the spread of Covid-19.

But comparisons to the pandemic are overblown.

Unlike Covid, chikungunya is caused by a known pathogen, is not transmitted via human contact and very rarely proves fatal.

Chinese authorities have stressed that the disease is “preventable, controllable and treatable” and the World Health Organization has not issued any special guidance on China’s outbreak. –AFP

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Govt rolls out MLFF toll system via B2B model

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According to Ahmad, vehicle detection will rely on a combination of RFID and Automatic Number Plate Recognition technology (Pic courtesy of Japen)

by HIDAYATH HISHAM

THE Works Ministry has begun rolling out the Multi Lane Fast Flow (MLFF) toll collection system through a business-to-business (B2B) model, following the termination of its previous project agreement last year.

Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan said the new model places no financial burden on the government, as service providers will deal directly with highway operators.

“The government remains committed to implementing the MLFF toll collection system via a B2B model, with no financial burden on the government,” he told Dewan Rakyat on Aug 6.

He was responding to Tanjong Manis MP Yusuf Abdul, who raised concerns about toll evasion and enforcement under the new system.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) trial is currently underway at the Alam Impian toll plaza on the Kemuning–Shah Alam Expressway.

The trial, conducted in collaboration with Touch ‘n Go and CIMB, includes gantries and related infrastructure that are already in place.

Ahmad said vehicle detection will rely on a combination of RFID and Automatic Number Plate Recognition technology.

Offenders who fail to pay will receive notices, and future enforcement measures may include blocking road tax renewals.

He also said the ministry is working with the Malaysian Highway Authority to improve RFID lane reliability through more frequent fine-tuning to encourage driver readiness.

“In addition, open payment systems (SPT) which allow the use of debit and credit cards at toll booths, have been introduced to enhance payment flexibility and traffic flow,” he said.

Ahmad added that the B2B model was selected to avoid the RM3.46 billion in government costs that were initially projected under the previous MLFF arrangement.

Separately, he said congestion at the Gombak toll plaza is being addressed through multiple complementary measures.

These include the Smartlane system, Travel Time Advisory (TTA), live CCTV monitoring, faster accident response and road-widening works to increase the number of lanes from four to six.

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Loke: KLIA Aerotrain disruption not due to mechanical failure

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KUALA LUMPUR — The recent disruptions of the Aerotrain service at Terminal 1 of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) were not due to mechanical failure but a minor technical issue that was resolved promptly, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke.

He said that in any system, such operational disruptions are common and must be tackled through continuous system and software maintenance.

“It wasn’t a breakdown but a technical glitch, a software bug. In any system, there will be occasional disruptions, bugs, and other issues that must be addressed and fixed.

“The disruption was resolved within 15 minutes,” he told reporters after opening the ASEAN-China International Rail Transit Forum 2025 here today.

Loke expressed regret over the disruptions in the past month but clarified that the Aerotrain service continues to record high passenger volumes, with 1.5 million passengers a month and hundreds of trips daily.

He also urged Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) to pay serious attention to the contractors and vendors involved in maintaining the service.

On Monday, the media reported calls from several quarters urging the Transport Ministry to establish a special committee to investigate the cause of service disruptions, which allegedly occurred at least five times since the service resumed on July 1.

On the third-generation Electric Train Service (ETS3) project to Johor Bharu, Loke said it is progressing as planned, contrary to claims by some parties.

“It is definitely inaccurate to say there was a delay. I have already mentioned a few months ago that the ETS3 project will be implemented in phases. It is not a delay,” he stressed.

He clarified that the ETS3 is already operational up to Segamat (first phase), while the second phase to Kluang is set to begin service before Aug 31, followed by the third phase to Johor Bahru Sentral by the end of the year.

He said the ministry is awaiting confirmation on the launch date for the second phase, as the first train will be driven by a VIP, adding that an official announcement will be made later this month.

“The ministry is committed to starting the service before Aug 31,” he added.

Meanwhile, Loke said Malaysia is looking forward to realising greater rail connectivity with China, particularly in facilitating cross-border rail freight.

He emphasised that such connectivity cannot be achieved by Malaysia alone and requires strong collaboration with other ASEAN member states, especially Thailand and Laos, to ensure seamless regional integration.

“We cannot do it alone. We must work together with our ASEAN partners to enhance connectivity between ASEAN and China,” he said, adding that improved cooperation would strengthen logistics networks and economic ties across the region.

Earlier in his opening remarks at the forum, Loke said the event symbolises the strengthening of ASEAN-China cooperation and reflects a shared vision for a smarter, greener and more connected future.

He said the global rail sector is undergoing a renaissance, driven by climate urgency, digital disruption and economic transformation, stressing that for Malaysia, investing in rail is no longer just about infrastructure but has become a national economic and environmental imperative. — BERNAMA

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