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A Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission investigator told the Sessions Court that Lim Guan Eng consulted Penang government officers about the legality of a controversial tunnel project before proceeding.
A Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission investigating officer has firmly rejected claims that the agency's inquiry into the Penang undersea tunnel project is skewed, denying that witnesses were pressured to implicate former Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has dismissed calls from Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor to review the state's land lease arrangements, saying Penang will respond appropriately if the matter proceeds through official channels.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has launched the state's National Month celebrations, appealing to residents to prioritise unity and patriotism while cautioning against statements that could undermine national harmony.
Bukit Bendera MP Syerleena Abdul Rashid has condemned the killing of a dog named Rocky and demanded a transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
During Lim Guan Eng's corruption trial, his defence team challenged the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's investigation conclusions, asserting the Penang state government suffered no financial losses from the contested tunnel project land transaction.
Penang's government has confirmed it will not reverse the water tariff increase that took effect on July 1, rejecting calls for postponement. The Chief Minister argues the additional revenue is vital for funding long-term water security initiatives.
Penang's Pakatan Harapan coalition is recalibrating its electoral strategy, with all subcommittees required to report progress in early August. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow says the Unity Government remains stable.