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MACC in close coordination with UK over AirAsia bribery allegations

By Desk Writer
February 11, 2020
in :  Malaysia

PUTRAJAYA – The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has confirmed that they are in touch with the UK Authorities over bribery allegations against AirAsia by manufacturer Airbus. MACC chief Latheefa Koya said that they’re still waiting for the UK authorities for additional information regarding the investigation of Airbus’ use of middleman to secure plane contract and deals. According to the chief commissioner …

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MACC charges Jho Low, 2 others of criminal conspiracy

By Desk Writer
February 11, 2020
in :  Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has reportedly informed the Interpol of its arrest warrants for three individuals wanted for engaging in a criminal conspiracy with former prime minister Najib Razak into the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) scandal. Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Chief (MACC) commissioner Latheefa Koya said the interpol was notified on the three suspects: Low Taek Jho, PetroSaudi …

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MACC audio recordings: Najib, Rosmah identified

By Desk Writer
February 11, 2020
in :  Geo Politics, Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR – Former education minister Datuk Seri Mahdzir Khalid the two voices in the viral recording which was released by the Malaysian Anti Corruption Commission (MACC) as the voices of former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak and the latter’s wife Datin Seri Rosmah. Mahdzir, testifying as the fifth prosecution witness in Rosmah’s bribery trial, was asked to identify …

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Dr. Mahathir: I asked Trump to resign

By Desk Writer
February 11, 2020
in :  Geo Politics, Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR – called for the resignation of United States President Donald Trump, saying that it is needed action to save America. During a press conference here, Dr Mahathir defended his remark, saying was not directed towards “all Americans”, whom he felt are “very kind people”. “It is not acceptable here, if any foreigners try to influence manipulate the result …

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Popular comedian Abam Bocey dies

By Desk Writer
February 11, 2020
in :  Malaysia

PETALING JAYA – Malaysian comedian Syed Umar Mokhtar Syed Mohd Redzuan also known as Abam Bocey passed away earlier this morning at home in Gombak. The popular comedian died from high fever. He was 32 years old. Ali Puteh, Abam’s younger brother confirmed that he complained of his fever and headache two days but doesn’t want to go to the …

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Current Conditions of Indonesian Citizens After 10 Days of Quarantine in Natuna

By Desk Writer
February 11, 2020
in :  Indonesia

The quarantine process of 285 Indonesian citizens from China which was picked up by the government has entered its 10th day.Commander of the Joint Regional Defense Command I (Pangkogabwilhan I) Admiral Yudo Margono who is also responsible for the observation and quarantine process, delivered the evaluation results of the Ministry of Health, the TNI and related agencies that all processes …

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Flying Chairs Happen in PAN Congress

By Desk Writer
February 11, 2020
in :  Geo Politics, Indonesia

The seat-throwing action took place in the main courtroom at the 5th Congress of the National Mandate Party (PAN) at the Claro Hotel, Kendari, Southeast Sulawesi, Tuesday (11/2). As a result of the incident, at least 30 people were reported got injured due to the chaos. The seat-throwing between PAN cadres in the main courtroom took not so long time. …

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Minister Warns Traders About Expensive Price of Masks

By Desk Writer
February 11, 2020
in :  Indonesia

The Ministry of Trade (Kemendag) warned to those sellers and traders to not take advantage of the coronavirus epidemic that struck China and other countries. As is known when the outbreak of coronavirus sticks out, the demand for masks has increased accompanied by soaring price increases. Therefore, sellers and traders were urged to not take opportunity amid Corona virus outbreak …

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Desire to Cooperate, President Jokowi Invites Australia to Develop Renewable Energy

By Desk Writer
February 11, 2020
in :  Indonesia

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo has invited Australia to cooperate with Indonesia in developing renewable energy and work hand-in-hand in conserving the environment. He delivered his address before parliament in the Indonesian language at the Australian Parliament building in Canberra, on Monday. There were two camps of the Australian Parliament, namely the coalition of the Liberal Party and the coalition of …

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Repatriate Indonesians from China Without Consultation, Govt Reprimands Regional Leaders

By Desk Writer
February 11, 2020
in :  Indonesia

Several regional administrations have repatriated Indonesians living in China. It was stated by a top official. That was done due to the coronavirus outbreak in that country. But, they repatriated Indonesians from there without coordinating with the central government. “As far as I know, there are four [regional administrations],” Coordinating Human Development and Culture Minister Muhadjir Effendy said as quoted …

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