One of the largest wheel manufacturers in the world, Goodyear Tire &, Rubber Co, plans to shut down its plant in Malaysia on June 30 this decision is expected to affect more than 500 people, according to the business and Malaysia’s purchase advertising firm. The plant’s closure in the ShahContinue Reading
OTTAWA: A mother and four young children from Sri Lanka were among the six people who were fatally knifed in Ottawa late on Wednesday ( Mar 6), according to police, rocking a nation where mass killings are uncommon. Justin Trudeau, the prime minister, declared he was horrified by what heContinue Reading
In a speech to Reuters, the European Union stated in a diplomatic note that it had “grave concerns” about the government’s “external interference” and its extra-territorial reach.
However, some right provisions were made in the document Bill.
The Bill reads,” Animal rights are to be respected and protected, the rights and freedoms, including the rights of conversation, of the media, and of publication, and the rights of organization are to be protected.”
Foreign diplomats and companies are closely monitoring the situation because they fear it will further erode freedoms in the economic hotspot. Hong Kong government have quickly followed the Bill, which was made public nine weeks after a one-month conversation ended.
” The fact that they are passing article 23 raises concerns about public opposition. Without guard rails protecting personal freedom, the business area will be angry, according to Andrew Collier, managing director at Hong Kong-based Orient Capital Research, according to Reuters.
The broad definitions of crimes, especially those relating to foreign meddling and collaboration, may show challenging to businesses, according to Simon Young, a law professor at the University of Hong Kong.
According to Young,” It’s possible that businesses or organizations that have ties to foreign governments fall under the radar as an “external force.”
Hong Kong has long been a hub for China and the region’s businesses, academics, and advertising, but in recent years critics claim that the rule of law and freedom of information have been undermined.
Officials from Hong Kong and China have claimed that the review was necessary to close “loopholes” in the national security system because it resembled laws in some European nations.
Another law passed instantly by China, which at the time claimed it was aimed at restoring balance following pro-democracy protests a month earlier, bolstered that government in 2020.
The Hong Kong Bill debate coincides with China’s top lawmakers ‘ decision to pass a number of new national security laws to protect the continent’s sovereign interests.
In contrast to the current 48 hours, the Hong Kong Bill proposed expanding police confinement for those arrested without demand for up to 14 times with the approval of a magistrate and possibly limited access to professionals.
For crimes committed in cooperation with foreign forces, sentences for sedition have been increased from two to ten years. This is defined as inciting disaffection or hatred toward authorities through acts, words, or publications.
Insurrection had previously been called for down by critics, including internet advocacy groups, who pointed out how it might be used to stifle freedom of expression and the media.
The Bill recommends a maximum sentence of three years, up from a time, for possessing a forbidden publication, and police have the authority to search any premises in order to capture and kill it.
According to some attorneys, the definition of state secrets also appears to be quite large, encompassing information about China’s and Hong Kong’s governments ‘ relations, including defense, security, and political secrets as well as labeled social, economic, and technological information.
The Hong Kong government released its draft draft of a new national security law on Friday ( Mar 8 ) amid concerns that it will further erode freedoms in the financial hub. The draft is being closely watched by some foreign diplomats, lawyers, and businesses. Following a month-long public consultationContinue Reading
No country produces more caffeine than Vietnam, aside from Brazil. The nation’s coffee industry, which was introduced by French colonists in the 19th century, is now a US$ 3 billion ( S$ 4 billion ) industry that accounts for nearly 15 % of the global market, making Vietnam the Southeast Asian java giant.
However, excellent has only recently begun to catch up with amount, primarily as a result of farmers starting to increase Vietnam’s long-standing cultivation of less expensive, easy-to-grow robusta beans with an expert’s beloved, arabica.
Ho Chi Minh City, the country’s largest district, has had a significant impact thanks to the cafe scene.
As more and more independent roasteries and niche coffeehouses sprout up around the city’s European imperial opera house, amid the megamalls and boutiques of popular Dong Khoi Boulevard, and in the shadow of the high-rise towers in District 2, the wholesale business of coffee is booming thanks to lead crop- to- shop supplies.
The town has a eatery for almost every coffee acolyte, from semi-hidden bohemian hangouts like RedDoor to fashionable chains like Laviet , which has its own espresso farm close to Dalat in the country’s central highlands .
The internal strife comes as Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin is embroiled in his own legal battle, after the Court of Appeal overturned his acquittal in a RM232.5 million (US$49.5 million) graft case. A former prime minister, Muhyiddin is trying to solidify his leadership of Bersatu as the lynchpin party of the Perikatan Nasional (PN) coalition.
Muhyiddin has said that Bersatu’s constitutional amendment, if approved by the RoS, will compel the six MPs to vacate their seats and trigger a by-election, in line with the anti-hopping law enshrined in the Federal Constitution.
But Nusantara Academy for Strategic Research senior fellow Azmi Hassan told CNA that while the anti-hopping law applies to MPs who quit their party, it does not specify regarding MPs who have been dismissed by their party.
“The six Bersatu members will lose their membership, but again they can be independent and keep their seats. So, there is no benefit for Bersatu in this case,” he said.
Dr Azmi said the United Malays National Organisation (UMNO), which Bersatu splintered from, had the foresight to make its election candidates sign an agreement before the 2022 national polls to adhere to the party’s position at all times.
“It looks like UMNO can think for the future, compared to Bersatu which is in a predicament right now,” he added.
“It makes Bersatu look foolish when compared to UMNO, that their constitutional amendment will do nothing to stop the six (defectors).”
Dr Awang Azman Awang Pawi of Universiti Malaya said Bersatu’s top leaders tweaked the party constitution as they were “panicking” about more of their MPs and state assemblymen potentially flocking to support Mr Anwar.
“If its members express support for the government en masse, this will quicken the pace of Bersatu’s downfall,” he said.
Dr Awang Azman said legal challenges could take two to three years to make their way through the courts. And if the amendment is struck down later, this may lead to even more members defecting from the party. Bersatu may then risk losing “political relevance”, said Dr Awang Azman.
Some of the six MPs have expressed confidence the RoS will not approve the party’s proposed constitutional amendments, as they feel it violates their rights as MPs with duties towards their constituents. Others have said they will challenge any approval in court.
Mr Syed Abu Hussin Hafiz – the MP for Bukit Gantang – told local media that other Bersatu lawmakers with intentions of supporting Mr Anwar should come forward and not be afraid of the amendment. “For us, we will continue to be firm and will not vacate any seats until (court) decides,” he said.
But if the threat of vacating their seats becomes clearer, Sunway University political analyst Wong Chin Huat said the six MPs could retract their allegiance for Mr Anwar, as they might not be confident of winning in a by-election without the backing of PN.
Dr Wong feels PN will likely win all of the seats except Labuan, a federal territory in Sabah which he believes “needs federal funding more than party ideology”.
“UMNO may have a slim chance in Selangor (where the federal seat of Tanjong Karang is located), but PN would likely retain the seats in Kelantan (Gua Musang and Jeli) and upper Perak (Bukit Gantang and Kuala Kangsar),” he said.
Dr Wong said PN would seize the chance to contest a by-election as a platform to campaign on hot button issues likely to cast a negative light on Mr Anwar and his administration, like the depreciating ringgit and the rise in sales and service tax.
“If I was Anwar, I would just tell the defectors to withdraw their support now and vote with the government only when necessary,” he added.
Tokyo: According to local media reports, around 900 comfort watches worth nearly US$ 13 million are missing in Japan after a page that was renting them out wrapped and its owner relocated to Dubai. By loaning the Rolexes and different expensive accessories to Osaka-based Toke Match, which would then rentContinue Reading
On his first visit to the disputed region’s main city since its semi-autonomy was canceled in 2019, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated on Thursday ( Mar 7 ) that he was working to “win hearts” in Indian-administrated Kashmir. The Muslim-majority territory was exempt from its particular legal status by Modi’sContinue Reading
Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike is making sure her leadership offers ladies these opportunities because she is aware of how crucial network and mentoring are to establishing a career. In Japan, where culture continues to be predominated by men and some still believe that a woman’s place is in the house,Continue Reading
TOKYO: Visitors will be banned from entering private alleys in Kyoto’s famous geisha district, a local representative said on Thursday ( Mar 7 ), as the ancient city tackles overtourism after the pandemic. Kyoto residents have huge expressed frustration with tourists behaving terribly, especially in the city’s Gion district, homeContinue Reading