by Faiz Riziq | Feb 13, 2025 | Ekonomi, Perniagaan & Korporat, Luar Negara, English & Other Country
The financial implications of the ongoing dispute over gas rights in Sarawak remain uncertain as negotiations between stakeholders are still in progress, according to Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform).
She emphasized that any commercial terms agreed upon for the distribution of oil and gas resources in the state must take into account both Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) investments and the future potential of Petroleum Sarawak Bhd (Petros).
“The financial impact depends on the commercial terms and implementation mechanisms that are still being negotiated and have yet to be finalized,” Azalina stated in a written parliamentary reply to Fong Kui Lun (Pakatan Harapan-Bukit Bintang) on Wednesday.
Key Concerns Over the Petronas-Petros Agreement
Fong had inquired about how the agreement between Petronas and Petros would affect Petronas’ overall revenue, particularly its dividend contributions to the federal government.
Azalina previously disclosed that Petronas recognizes Petros as Sarawak’s gas aggregator, excluding liquefied natural gas (LNG). However, Petronas and its subsidiaries are not required to obtain additional licenses or comply with new procedures beyond those outlined in the Petroleum Development Act 1974.
This agreement stems from a settlement reached between Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg during their January 7, 2025 meeting.
The Bigger Picture: Petronas’ Contribution to Malaysia
Since its inception, Petronas has contributed RM1.2 trillion to the Malaysian government, including RM235 billion in dividends over the past five years.
The federal government and Petronas are now finalizing the legal, financial, and operational details of the agreement with Petros and the Sarawak state government.
“All parties are committed to ensuring that commercial decisions protect national interests and do not compromise the country’s economic stability,” Azalina affirmed.
As negotiations unfold, industry experts and stakeholders will be watching closely to see how the agreement shapes the future of Malaysia’s oil and gas landscape—especially in resource-rich Sarawak.
by Faiz Riziq | Feb 13, 2025 | Ekonomi, Perniagaan & Korporat, Fakta & Informasi
Dalam usaha memastikan kestabilan kewangan menjelang 2030, Pertubuhan Kesihatan Sedunia (WHO) mencadangkan kenaikan yuran keahlian sebanyak 20%. Langkah ini diambil sebagai tindak balas terhadap keputusan Amerika Syarikat (AS) yang bakal menarik diri daripada organisasi kesihatan global itu dalam masa terdekat.
Seperti yang diketahui umum, AS merupakan penyumbang terbesar kepada WHO, dan pengunduran negara itu dijangka memberi kesan besar kepada aliran kewangan organisasi tersebut. Pengumuman ini dibuat selepas Presiden Donald Trump mengisytiharkan pada Januari lalu bahawa AS akan menarik diri daripada agensi di bawah Pertubuhan Bangsa-Bangsa Bersatu (PBB) dalam tempoh setahun.
Menyedari impak besar keputusan ini, WHO melihat kenaikan yuran keahlian sebagai langkah strategik untuk mengekalkan operasi tanpa terlalu bergantung kepada satu sumber penderma utama. Selain menyeimbangkan bajet, langkah ini juga bertujuan memperkukuhkan kedudukan kewangan WHO dalam jangka panjang, memastikan organisasi terus berfungsi dalam menangani cabaran kesihatan global.
Adakah langkah ini bakal mencukupi untuk menampung kekurangan dana selepas pengunduran AS? Hanya masa yang akan menentukan. Namun, satu perkara yang pasti – WHO kini dalam usaha untuk berdikari tanpa kebergantungan tinggi kepada mana-mana satu negara penderma.
by Faiz Riziq | Feb 12, 2025 | Ekonomi, Perniagaan & Korporat, Luar Negara, English & Other Country
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan concluded his two-day official visit to Malaysia on a high note, departing for Jakarta on Tuesday. His visit, at the invitation of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, reinforced the strong diplomatic and economic relations between the two nations.
Erdogan received a grand send-off at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport, complete with a red carpet ceremony and a guard-of-honour by the First Battalion of the Royal Ranger Regiment (Ceremonial), led by Capt Harith Iskandar. As a token of appreciation, Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin presented him with a special album containing photos of his visit.
Ambitious Trade Goals
During his visit, Erdogan announced Türkiye’s ambitious goal of doubling its trade volume with Malaysia to US$10 billion (RM44.7 billion) after surpassing the US$5 billion mark in 2024. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim emphasized the importance of collaboration in key sectors such as semiconductors, agri-commodities, electrical and electronics, and food and beverages to achieve this target.
Strengthened Cooperation with 11 MOUs
One of the key highlights of Erdogan’s visit was the exchange of 11 memorandums of understanding (MOUs) between Malaysia and Türkiye. These agreements pave the way for enhanced cooperation in energy transition, disaster management, defence, trade, and media collaboration.
The trade volume between Malaysia and Türkiye reached RM24.13 billion (US$5.28 billion) in 2024, reflecting a significant 18.7% increase from the previous year. With these new agreements in place, both nations are poised to elevate their economic and strategic partnership to greater heights.
Erdogan’s departure at 5.45pm marked the end of a productive visit, setting the stage for deeper collaboration between Malaysia and Türkiye in the years to come.
by Faiz Riziq | Feb 12, 2025 | Ekonomi, Perniagaan & Korporat, Kesihatan & Insuran, Tips, Tinjauan & Statistik
Kenaikan inflasi dalam sektor perubatan yang mencapai 15% pada tahun 2024 telah memberi kesan langsung kepada kos penjagaan kesihatan di Malaysia. Akibatnya, pengguna terutama pemegang polisi insurans dan takaful terpaksa menanggung beban kewangan yang semakin meningkat. Tidak mengejutkan, keuntungan syarikat insurans dan pengendali takaful (ITO) turut melonjak, dengan purata keuntungan tahunan mencecah RM4.4 bilion.
Tekanan Kos ke Atas Pemegang Polisi
Pendedahan data dalam sidang Parlimen baru-baru ini mendedahkan bahawa tekanan kos penjagaan kesihatan semakin membebankan rakyat, terutama mereka yang bergantung kepada perlindungan insurans. Kenaikan premium insurans boleh menjadi satu lagi cabaran buat mereka yang sudah sedia terhimpit dengan kos sara hidup yang tinggi.
Langkah Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM)
Menyedari isu ini, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) telah mengambil beberapa langkah proaktif pada akhir tahun lalu untuk melindungi hak pengguna. Antara langkah yang diumumkan termasuk:
- Jaminan bahawa kadar premium insurans tidak akan meningkat melebihi 10% bagi 80% pemegang polisi di Malaysia.
- Pemegang polisi berusia 60 tahun ke atas akan dikecualikan daripada sebarang kenaikan premium untuk tempoh satu tahun.
Pilihan Insurans yang Lebih Mampu Milik Menjelang 2025
Selain itu, semua penyedia insurans dan takaful diwajibkan menyediakan alternatif produk insurans perubatan yang lebih mampu milik, sesuai dengan kemampuan pengguna. Inisiatif ini dijangka mula dilaksanakan selewat-lewatnya penghujung tahun 2025.
Dengan langkah-langkah ini, diharapkan lebih ramai rakyat Malaysia dapat menikmati perlindungan kesihatan yang lebih baik tanpa beban kewangan yang keterlaluan. Namun, pemegang polisi juga disarankan untuk terus menilai pilihan insurans mereka agar mendapat perlindungan yang sesuai dengan keperluan dan bajet masing-masing.
by Faiz Riziq | Feb 10, 2025 | Ekonomi, Perniagaan & Korporat, Fakta & Informasi
Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) dijamin akan terus kekal sebagai aset strategik negara meskipun bakal melalui proses penswastaan. Langkah ini tidak akan mengubah hak milik lapangan terbang negara yang tetap berada di bawah kawalan kerajaan Malaysia.
Menurut Kementerian Kewangan (MOF), pemilikan ini adalah selaras dengan perjanjian pengoperasian yang telah dipersetujui sebelum ini, memastikan semua 39 lapangan terbang di bawah MAHB kekal dalam penguasaan negara.
Peningkatan Pegangan KWSP dan UEM Group Berhad
Dalam satu notis yang dikongsikan di Parlimen, MOF menjelaskan bahawa proses penswastaan ini akan menyaksikan perubahan struktur pemilikan dalam MAHB. Kumpulan Wang Simpanan Pekerja (KWSP) dan UEM Group Berhad bakal meningkatkan pegangan mereka dalam syarikat itu daripada 41% kepada 70%.
Pada masa yang sama, Menteri Kewangan (Diperbadankan) atau MKD akan terus mengekalkan pegangan Saham Khas mereka dalam MAHB, memastikan kerajaan masih mempunyai kawalan strategik terhadap syarikat tersebut.
Apa Maknanya Untuk Masa Depan MAHB?
Penswastaan ini dijangka memberi manfaat kepada pembangunan infrastruktur dan perkhidmatan lapangan terbang di Malaysia, dengan penyertaan KWSP dan UEM Group Berhad berpotensi meningkatkan daya saing dan kecekapan MAHB.
Meskipun berlaku perubahan dalam pemilikan, jaminan kerajaan bahawa MAHB kekal sebagai aset negara memberikan keyakinan bahawa kepentingan rakyat dan keselamatan negara akan terus dijaga.
Adakah langkah ini akan membawa perubahan positif kepada sektor penerbangan negara? Sama-sama kita nantikan perkembangan selanjutnya.
by Faiz Riziq | Feb 10, 2025 | Ekonomi, Perniagaan & Korporat, Luar Negara, English & Other Country
The Sarawak government’s long-awaited acquisition of MASwings Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Malaysia Aviation Group, is set to be completed with the signing of a sale and purchase agreement next Wednesday, February 12. State Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, confirmed the update during his speech at the Borneo Cross Border Cycling Tour 2025 dinner on Friday night.
Official Confirmation Expected on February 12
While Abdul Karim shared the news, Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg remained tight-lipped when asked about the acquisition during the Sarawak Multimedia Authority’s Chinese New Year celebration.
“Wait for the 12th [of February]. Be patient,” he told reporters, indicating that further details would only be revealed upon the official signing.
Delays and Third-Party Audit
Originally, the acquisition was scheduled for completion by December 31, 2024. However, both parties opted to conduct a third-party audit to assess the full value of MASwings’ assets before proceeding. The deal is expected to mark a significant milestone for Sarawak’s aviation sector, potentially leading to improved regional connectivity and expanded air travel options for the state. Stay tuned for updates on February 12 as the acquisition is finalized.
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