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Anwar heads Kelantan Ruler’s honours list KOTA BHARU: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim headed the list of 763 people who have been conferred awards and titles in conjunction with the 55th birthday of the Sultan of Kelantan Sultan Muhammad V. Pertama (Seri Paduka) bagi Darjah Kebesaran Jiwa Mahkota Kelantan Yang Amat Mulia (SJMK), which carries the title of Datuk . Armed Forces Health Service director

King, Queen send birthday wishes to Sultan Muhammad V

police chief Datuk Muhamad Zaki Harun were conferred the Ahli Yang Pertama (Seri Paduka) bagi Darjah Kebesaran Jasa Mahkota Kelantan Yang Amat Setia , which carries the title Datuk . The sole recipient of the Ahli Yang Kehormat Yang Pertama (Seri Paduka) bagi Darjah Kebesaran Jasa Mahkota Kelantan Yang Amat Setia is Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain. Malaysia’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York Datuk Dr Ahmad Faisal Muhamad, Department of Irrigation and Drainage director-general Datuk Dr Ahmad Anuar Othman and Treasury secretary-general Datuk Johan Mahmood @ Johan Mahmood Merican were awarded the Ahli Yang Kedua (Dato Paduka) bagi Darjah Kebesaran Mahkota Kelantan Yang Amat Mulia , which carries the title of Datuk . – Bernama

KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty the King of Malaysia Sultan Ibrahim and Her Majesty the Queen of Malaysia Raja Zarith Sofiah yesterday expressed best wishes to the Sultan of Kelantan Sultan Muhammad V on his 55th birthday in a post on the Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar Facebook page “May Allah SWT bless him with happiness and long life.” Kelantan celebrates the Sultan of Kelantan’s birthday every Sept 29 as a public holiday. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim also congratulated the Sultan on his birthday.

In a post on his Facebook page, Anwar wished the Sultan and the royal family good health and the guidance and blessings of Allah . “May Allah protect His Royal Highness in this world and the hereafter,” Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi also extended his congratulations to the Sultan. He sent prayers for Sultan Muhammad V to always be under the grace and protection of Allah , wishing him safety, long life and good health. “ Menjunjung Kasih Tuanku ,” he said in a post on his Facebook page. – Bernama

general Lt-Gen Datuk Zulkeffeli Mat Jusoh received the Ahli Yang Pertama (Seri Paduka) bagi Darjah Kebesaran Kesateria Mahkota Kelantan Yang Amat Perkasa , which also carries the title of Datuk . Kelantan Financial Officer Tengku Kaya Perkasa Datuk Dr Tengku Mohamed Faziharudean Tengku Feissal, Universiti Malaya Al-Quran and Al-hadith Department Prof Datuk Dr Mohd Yakub @ Zulkifli Mohd Yusoff and Kelantan Land and Minerals director Datuk Rosnazli Amin were conferred the Ahli Yang Pertama (Seri Paduka) bagi Darjah Kebesaran Setia Mahkota Kelantan Yang Amat Terbilang (SPSK), which has the honorific Datuk . Prisons Commissioner-General Datuk Seri Nordin Muhamad and former Kelantan

Anwar has been bestowed the Ahli Yang Kehormat Yang Pertama (Seri Paduka) bagi Darjah Kebesaran Mahkota Kelantan Yang Amat Mulia (SPMK), which carries the title of Datuk . A total of 100 individuals received their awards from Sultan Muhammad V at an investiture at Istana Balai Besar here yesterday, with 35 of them conferred the title of Datuk . Heading the group of recipients were Apex Equity Holdings Berhad group executive chairman Datuk Farhash Wafa Salvador and Muhibbah Security Sdn Bhd CEO Datuk Mohd Khidir Yaacob, who were bestowed the Ahli Yang Kehormat Yang

Reinstate UN anti-apartheid panel: Minister o Security Council veto power must be reformed, particularly in human rights abuse cases, says Mohamad Hasan

NEW YORK: Malaysia has urged for the reinstatement of the United Nations Special Committee Against Apartheid and reiterated the need for renewed global efforts to combat injustice. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan, while presenting the national statement at the United Nations General Assembly General Debate on Saturday, said the international community must act swiftly to address ongoing violations. He called on the UN Security Council to invoke its Chapter 7 powers to impose an immediate arms embargo on Israel. “Israel’s actions, with each passing day, raise our doubts as to whether it believes in the UN system or values its membership in this organisation. “Its illegal occupation has entrenched a system of apartheid and discrimination against Palestinians. The Israeli regime has itself declared its intent to wipe out an entire population. This is, without question, a genocide.” Mohamad stressed that the veto power within the Security Council must be reformed, particularly in cases of human rights abuses. “The veto should not be exercised at will. There must be exceptions in cases of crimes against humanity and attacks on civilian infrastructure.

“We must limit, or abolish the veto altogether,” he said, urging the General Assembly to take action where the Security Council has failed. Mohamad said Malaysia, a long-time supporter of Palestine, welcomes the progress made this year with 143 member states extending the UN’s principle of equality to Palestine, Bernama reported. “It fills us with hope to see the State of Palestine seated among us today. We urge the remaining minority to join the majority.” Calling for a diplomatic solution, Mohamad reiterated Malaysia’s support for Palestinian statehood. “Israel has violated every international law there is, including the Genocide Convention, Geneva Conventions and core Human Rights Treaties. “It is time to realise Palestine’s right to statehood and full membership in this Assembly. Dialogue and diplomacy are the only paths to a lasting solution, not collective punishment, man-made famine or impunity.” He also referred to Israel’s recent disrespect toward the UN by saying: “Just months ago, we witnessed Israel’s mockery of this body, shredding the UN Charter in this very hall. “Although the powerful few may behave as though might is right, the voice of the majority will not go ignored.”

‘Mahkota victory reflects people’s confidence in BN, Johor govt’ Syed Hussien waving to supporters after winning the Mahkota state seat on Saturday. – BERNAMAPIC

KLUANG: Barisan Nasional (BN) candidate Syed Hussien Syed Abdullah’s victory in the Mahkota state by-election reflects trust in the party and the people’s confidence in the leadership of the Johor government, said BN secretary-general Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir. He said the large mandate received in the by-election would also further strengthen BN’s determination to continue the politics of moderation together with its partners in the unity government led by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. “Indeed, this victory is the people’s trust, which gives BN confidence to continue to be steadfast in raising the agenda of developing the country and enriching the lives of the people,” he said in a statement yesterday. Zambry expressed hope that the victory would

enable the redevelopment of BN’s excellence to boost the confidence and support of the people in the coalition. Representing BN chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, Zambry thanked voters and members of the party machinery who had camped at the Mahkota constituency throughout the campaign period from Sept 14 to ensure victory for Syed Hussien. “There was no lack of cooperation from our Pakatan Harapan party friends, who contributed to this significant victory.” In the by-election on Saturday, BN defended the Mahkota state seat with Syed Hussien winning with a 20,648 vote majority, far ahead of the challenger from Perikatan Nasional Mohamad Haizan Jaafar, who only received 7,347 votes. – Bernama

Call for special envoy to tackle Islamophobia NEW YORK: Malaysia has urged the United Nations to appoint a special envoy to combat Islamophobia, calling for immediate global action against the growing wave of hate speech and violence targeting minorities, particularly Muslims. world, to ensure that peace will prevail. “Malaysia urges for the immediate appointment of a UN Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia,” said Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan during the 79th United Nations General Assembly General Debate on Saturday.

“We are appalled by the alarming trend of hatred, intolerance and acts of violence against Muslims. This cannot continue. In the era of globalisation, there is room for everyone to coexist. It is our job, under the banner of a united

He said the broader issue of hatred against any religious group undermines universal values of justice and peace. – Bernama