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KUALA 2026 Formula 1 (F1) Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix (GP) in Malaysia, which begins today, will be broadcast live via RTM. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this move would allow the excitement of the world-class race to be shared and enjoyed by all citizens across the country. “Great news for all Malaysians! RTM will broadcast the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia in 2026 live so that the excitement of this race can be enjoyed together. “I hope this live broadcast gives people in every corner of the country the opportunity to experience the thrill of the world-class race from the Sepang International Circuit (SIC),” he said in a post on his Facebook page yesterday. The race will take place at SIC from today until Sunday. On Thursday, Anwar participated in the Pit Lane Walk held in conjunction with the race and discussed hosting preparations with the Crown Prince and Prime Minister LUMPUR: The

F1 Bahrain GP to be aired live on RTM, says Anwar

conducted. But it’s okay, we move on.” Lee also claimed that access to RM3 million in allocations for the Petaling Jaya constituency had previously been blocked and that the funds were being managed by party representatives instead of the elected MP. He said the situation had become more serious following his suspension as he could no longer debate or state his position within the party. Lee said he had spoken out on several issues, including the Urban Redevelopment Act, the Foreign Workers Centralised Management System, the Sales and Service Tax, university admission for STPM holders and guidelines on riba in Selangor. “However, the people’s problems will not stop just because I have been told to remain silent.” Lee said he joined PKR as his first political party and had devoted much of his younger years to its cause, including participating in street demonstrations and facing charges under the Peaceful Assembly Act. He said he remained committed to progressive and multiracial politics, institutional reform and a Malaysia that embraced diversity. Lee also thanked Petaling Jaya residents for their support, citing his involvement in efforts to stop the Petaling Jaya Dispersal Link project, delay the Selangor Intelligent Parking plan, push for a public hospital in Petaling Jaya and address flooding issues. He said his Petaling Jaya service centre would continue operating despite his resignation as MP. Asked whether he would join another political party, Lee said he had already made a decision but declined to elaborate. “I’m quite sure all of you know where I’m going but today I want to focus on my decision to resign as an MP.” On whether he would be the last PKR MP to resign, Lee said: “I don’t know. You have to ask them. I can only decide for myself.” Lee’s resignation took effect yesterday. Tunku Idris Iskandar Al-Haj Sultan Ibrahim, Tunku Panglima Johor Tunku Abdul Rahman Al-Haj Sultan Ibrahim and Tunku Putera Johor Tunku Abu Bakar Al-Haj Sultan Ibrahim. Also present were Youth and Sports Minister Dr Mohammed Taufiq Johari and Bahrain’s ambassador to Malaysia Dr Waleed Khalifa Al Manea. Upon arrival, Prince Salman walked past a guard of honour mounted by 28 officers and personnel from the First Battalion Royal Ranger Regiment led by Captain Muhamad Thabrani Mohamad Sharudin.

1999 to 2017 before it was dropped from the F1 calendar, Bernama reported. The prestigious race’s return to Malaysia follows successful diplomacy between His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia and King Hamad Isa Al-Khalifa of Bahrain. Earlier yesterday, Prince Salman arrived in Malaysia for a special visit in conjunction with the race. The special aircraft carrying Prince Salman landed at the Bunga Raya Complex, KL International Airport at 12pm yesterday. On hand to welcome him were the Tunku Temenggong of Johor

o ‘Broadcast will allow excitement of world class race to be shared and enjoyed by all citizens across the country’

International Automobile Federation (FIA) and the governments of Malaysia and Bahrain. The agreement allows the Bahrain GP to remain on the 2026 F1 calendar after the race, initially scheduled for earlier this season, was cancelled due to geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Malaysia previously hosted the Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang from

of Bahrain Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa during a phone call. SIC was selected to host the 2026 F1 Gulf Air Bahrain GP, making the iconic circuit the temporary venue for the prestigious Bahraini race. In July, Formula 1 confirmed Malaysia as the host for the race from Oct 2 to Oct 4, following an agreement between Formula 1, the

Petaling Jaya MP had been inactive in PKR affairs: PM Ű BY QIRANA NABILLA MOHD RASHIDI newsdesk@thesundaily.com

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung had long stayed out of party affairs and the former PKR leader had not attended party meetings or congresses. “So, it is appropriate. If he is no longer interested, there is no problem,” he told reporters after visiting the Malaysian Royal Air Force quarters yesterday. Anwar, who is also PKR president, said Lee should leave on good terms and thanked him for his contributions. He also said the constituency allocations would remain unaffected while ongoing projects would continue without disrupting schools, surau , mosques, temples, roads or other facilities. “We have made sure that the projects continue. He does not need to be the MP. If he wants to give his views we can accept them. But it does not mean that because the MP resigns, projects should stop. That is not right.” Earlier, Lee announced his resignation as the Petaling Jaya MP, effective immediately, after his party membership was suspended for three years. Lee said he had submitted his resignation letter to Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul yesterday after meeting him at 3pm to hand over his duties. He said he would submit his resignation from PKR by Monday. “I, Lee Chean Chung, have today decided to resign as the MP for Petaling Jaya without conditions. There are no conditions,” he said at a media conference yesterday. Lee said his decision came after he received written notification on Wednesday evening that his PKR membership had been suspended for three years. “I have not been given the opportunity to give evidence or an explanation. Not even a hearing was

Work to refurbish RMAF quarters being expedited KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has instructed the relevant parties, including Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh, to expedite efforts at the Royal Malaysian Air Force quarters so that housing can be provided. apartment blocks formerly used by the TUDM personnel in Sungai Besi would be refurbished and are expected to be ready for occupancy in 2027. She said the two blocks comprise 80 units each, which would provide a total of 160 units. development formed part of the company’s commitment involving 50ha of Malay Reserve Land, with the current 10ha parcel being the first phase. She said details on the project’s investment value are still being evaluated and could not be disclosed at this stage. Anwar, with Wan Shamilah, after visiting the site of the RMAF apartment refurbishment project in Sungai Besi yesterday. – QIRANA NABILLA MOHD RASHIDI/THESUN

“The existing buildings are in good condition and suitable for refurbishment. “We have already started refurbishment works. As you can see, the grounds have been cleared and work is already under way. “As this is Malay Reserve Land, our target market will be the Malay community.” Wan Shamilah said the

“I have already asked for the refurbishment to be expedited, and Hannah Yeoh is also involved, to expedite the recovery so that we can provide housing,” he said after visiting the Royal Malaysian Air Force quarters in Sungai Besi yesterday. KLCC Development Sdn Bhd head Wan Shamilah Wan Muhammad Saidi said two

She added that further details on the development are still being finalised. The RMAF Sungai Besi quarters are currently abandoned and unoccupied following the complete relocation of the air base’s operations to Sendayan Air Base, Negeri Sembilan, in 2018. – by QIRANA NABILLA MOHD RASHIDI