Day: June 13, 2024

MAKKAH, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar has called on Malaysian pilgrims to continue setting a good example for pilgrims from other countries in maintaining cleanliness during their stay in Masyair.

Mohd Na’im said the Saudi Arabian government has long recognised Malaysian pilgrims for their discipline and knowledge in various aspects, including through the Masyair Cleanliness Programme, and emphasised that this positive image should be maintained during the 1445H/2024 season.

‘In 2018, Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) introduced this programme as an initiative to encourage Malaysian pilgrims to fulfil their responsibilities as Muslims and responsible pilgrims.

‘As a result of this initiative, the Saudi Arabian government praised the state of Arafah left by Malaysian pilgrims, which has become an example for other countries in maintaining cleanliness in Masyair,’ he said after launching the Masyair Cleanliness Programme at the Land Premium Hotel here yest
erday.

Also present were TH chairman Tan Sri Abdul Rashid Hussain, TH group managing director and chief executive officer Syed Hamadah Syed Othman and Malaysian haj delegation head Datuk Seri Syed Saleh Syed Abdul Rahman.

Mohd Na’im emphasised that maintaining cleanliness is part of ibadah and is highly encouraged in Islam, adding that it also serves as a reflection of a ‘mabrur’ (completed and accepted haj) beyond just fulfilling the core pillars of the pilgrimage.

‘Ibadah has a broader meaning and is not limited to specific acts of worship like prayers. Maintaining good relations with fellow pilgrims and ensuring a clean environment are also acts of worship,’ he said.

He added that through this programme, Malaysian pilgrims could better understand the concept of ibadah and practice the principle of ta’awun (cooperation) to keep the Masyair area clean and orderly, just as it was upon arrival.

Meanwhile, after the event, Mohd Na’im and TH senior management spent some time visiting the next-of-kin of five
Malaysian pilgrims who recently passed away in the Holy Land.

He offered words of encouragement to them and assured them that TH would perform badal haj (proxy pilgrimage) for the deceased pilgrims.

Source: BERNAMA News Agency

H.E. Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), has encouraged Bayernhafen Nurnberg of Germany to invest in Cambodia in the transport and logistics sectors.

The encouragement was made when H.E. Sun Chanthol led a delegation consisting of concerned ministries/institutions, Cambodian Oknha Association, and Cambodia Chamber of Commerce, to visit Bayernhafen Nurnberg centre under a warm welcome of its CEO Mr. Ingmar Shellhas, and Rhine-Main-Danube Canal to learn about the centre’s experience in a mega transport and logistics investment project, basically its use of the canal to facilitate transport, from waterway to railway.

Bayernhafen Nurnberg is one of the most important freight transport and logistic centres in Europe.

Earlier on the same day, the Cambodian delegation attended a working lunch hosted by H.E. Dr. Andrea Heilmaier, Vice Mayor of Nuremberg City of Germany.

On the occasion, H.E. Sun Chanthol voiced his hope that the visit
in Germany this time would further promote bilateral relations and cooperation between the two countries, particularly in investment and business sectors.

For her part, H.E. Dr. Andrea Heilmaier expressed her commitment for the economic cooperation between Cambodia and Germany, the City of Nuremberg.

Source: Agence Kampuchea Presse

H.E. Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice President of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), has encouraged Bayernhafen Nurnberg of Germany to invest in Cambodia in the transport and logistics sectors.

The encouragement was made when H.E. Sun Chanthol led a delegation consisting of concerned ministries/institutions, Cambodian Oknha Association, and Cambodia Chamber of Commerce, to visit Bayernhafen Nurnberg centre under a warm welcome of its CEO Mr. Ingmar Shellhas, and Rhine-Main-Danube Canal to learn about the centre’s experience in a mega transport and logistics investment project, basically its use of the canal to facilitate transport, from waterway to railway.

Bayernhafen Nurnberg is one of the most important freight transport and logistic centres in Europe.

Earlier on the same day, the Cambodian delegation attended a working lunch hosted by H.E. Dr. Andrea Heilmaier, Vice Mayor of Nuremberg City of Germany.

On the occasion, H.E. Sun Chanthol voiced his hope that the visit
in Germany this time would further promote bilateral relations and cooperation between the two countries, particularly in investment and business sectors.

For her part, H.E. Dr. Andrea Heilmaier expressed her commitment for the economic cooperation between Cambodia and Germany, the City of Nuremberg.

Source: Agence Kampuchea Presse

KUALA LUMPUR, The total number of 2023 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) students taking science and mathematics subjects has shown a declining trend over the past six years, according to Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Chang Lih Kang.

He said that based on analysis conducted by the Malaysian Science and Technology Information Centre (MASTIC), the downward trend includes Additional Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology subjects.

He shared that the study also found a 17.37 per cent decrease recorded in Additional Mathematics subjects in 2023 compared to 2018.

“Emphasis on enhancing mastery levels in Mathematics subjects needs to be increased based on the number of students failing in Mathematics and Additional Mathematics,” he said at the launch of the National Science Week (MSN) 2024 Carnival here today.

He added that his ministry is committed to continuing efforts with the Ministry of Education to cultivate Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) through continuous cultural programm
es outside the classroom for children and students at the school level to strengthen the National Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Agenda.

His ministry will continue organising the National Science Week (MSN 2024) in a hybrid format, aiming to engage over 600,000 participants.

Chang explained that MSN 2024 will encompass both carnival-style events and online activities until October this year to maximise involvement and participation among school students and university students.

“MSN 2024 themed ‘Popularising Science, Humanising Technology, Democratising Innovation,’ emphasises the involvement of all segments of society in promoting scientific innovation alongside the rapid advancements in technology,” he said.

He added that the MSN 2024 Carnival, which began yesterday and runs until today at the National Science Centre, will also be held in Perak, Perlis, Penang, Kelantan and Putrajaya.

Chang highlighted that MSN 2024 focuses on seven areas including Planetary Health; Chemistry
and Biotechnology; Safe Use of Nuclear Technology; Social Innovation; Engineering and Artificial Intelligence; Nanotechnology and Space.

“The selection of these focus areas aims to underscore and enhance understanding of the interconnected importance of STI fields while supporting sustainable development goals,” he said.

Source: BERNAMA News Agency