Jan 28, 2009
IPOH: Perak MCA elected representatives will not abandon Barisan Nasional, said its chairman Datuk Kong Cho Ha.
“Since the time MCA formed an alliance with Umno, it has always remained with Umno in good times and in bad, and that will continue,” he said.
This, he said, was relayed to deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak during a meeting with Barisan representatives following the defection of Bota assemblyman Datuk Nasarudin Hashim.
On Sunday, Nasarudin announced that he was joining PKR.
Chenderiang assemblyman Dr Mah Hang Soon said all those present at the meeting had unanimously pledged their loyalty to the Barisan.
He noted that Kubu Gajah assemblyman Datuk Seri Raja Ahmad Zainuddin Raja Omar, the only assemblyman absent, had called from Medan in Indonesia where he was holidaying with his family to pledge his allegiance.
Asked whether their pledge was made in writing, Dr Mah said there was no need to.
“As a Yang Berhormat and a person with dignity, we always honour our word,” he said.
He quashed rumours that Lintang assemblyman Datuk Ahamad Pakeh Adam was joining the Pakatan.
Perak MCA secretary and Kampar MP Datuk Lee Chee Leong, who also attended the meeting, said: “There is no such thing that more Barisan assemblymen would cross over to PKR as claimed by its adviser Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.”
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Sunday, January 4, 2009
MCA dares DAP on hudud - Star
KUALA TERENGGANU: Jan 4, 2009
Terengganu MCA has asked DAP to clearly state whether it opposes plans by its Pakatan Rakyat partner PAS to implement hudud laws should it ever come to power.
State MCA chairman Toh Chin Yaw said the presence of DAP deputy chairman Dr Tan Seng Giaw during the announcement of the PAS candidate for the Kuala Terengganu by-election at Stadium Negeri on Thurs- day reflected the former’s compromise over the implementation of the Islamic law.
“They (DAP) are not standing by their principles. The party leaders claim to strongly oppose the implementation of these laws but the next minute, their stalwarts are appearing to be affirming their coalition partners’ plan on hudud.
“This is a sheer hypocrisy as PAS will not waver from its long-term plan to implement these laws,” he said yesterday.
Toh said PAS had continued to insist on imposing such laws in all their previous election campaigns and would continue to do so.
“DAP, which claims to be a reputable and accountable party, should rebut PAS’ agenda on hudud by boycotting the by-election instead of pretending to disagree with PAS,” he said, adding that DAP should look after the interests of the voters, particularly the Chinese.
“I am sure the Chinese electorate here would be fazed to realise that DAP has not made an ultimate stand on the issue.
“What they should have done was to absolutely shun the event on Thursday in protest,” he said.
The other leader from the Pakatan Rakyat who attended the event was PKR’s vice-president Mustafa Kamal Ayob.
Meanwhile, Kuala Terengganu MIC division chief Dr Dayal Krishnan said Indian voters in the constituency should not forget the time when the community was denied their right to hold a Deepavali night in 2003 when the state was under PAS rule.
He said the PAS-led state government disallowed the event although the planned event was clean entertainment and part of Indian culture.
“This was how narrow-minded PAS was when it ruled the state,” he said.
Terengganu MCA has asked DAP to clearly state whether it opposes plans by its Pakatan Rakyat partner PAS to implement hudud laws should it ever come to power.
State MCA chairman Toh Chin Yaw said the presence of DAP deputy chairman Dr Tan Seng Giaw during the announcement of the PAS candidate for the Kuala Terengganu by-election at Stadium Negeri on Thurs- day reflected the former’s compromise over the implementation of the Islamic law.
“They (DAP) are not standing by their principles. The party leaders claim to strongly oppose the implementation of these laws but the next minute, their stalwarts are appearing to be affirming their coalition partners’ plan on hudud.
“This is a sheer hypocrisy as PAS will not waver from its long-term plan to implement these laws,” he said yesterday.
Toh said PAS had continued to insist on imposing such laws in all their previous election campaigns and would continue to do so.
“DAP, which claims to be a reputable and accountable party, should rebut PAS’ agenda on hudud by boycotting the by-election instead of pretending to disagree with PAS,” he said, adding that DAP should look after the interests of the voters, particularly the Chinese.
“I am sure the Chinese electorate here would be fazed to realise that DAP has not made an ultimate stand on the issue.
“What they should have done was to absolutely shun the event on Thursday in protest,” he said.
The other leader from the Pakatan Rakyat who attended the event was PKR’s vice-president Mustafa Kamal Ayob.
Meanwhile, Kuala Terengganu MIC division chief Dr Dayal Krishnan said Indian voters in the constituency should not forget the time when the community was denied their right to hold a Deepavali night in 2003 when the state was under PAS rule.
He said the PAS-led state government disallowed the event although the planned event was clean entertainment and part of Indian culture.
“This was how narrow-minded PAS was when it ruled the state,” he said.
MCA to focus on SMI - NST
SABAK BERNAM, SELANGOR, SUN: Jan 4, 2009
After initiating efforts to help the fishermen and the government in resolving the subsidised diesel issue last year, the MCA is now focusing on assisting the small and medium industry (SMI) players.
Its president, Datuk Seri Ong Tee Keat said beginning this month, the MCA Technology Development Council, led by Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Kong Cho Ha, would find ways and means to help the SMI players especially in getting business loans.
“Many SMI industry players have come to see me with issues such as the credit crunch and the difficulty in getting micro credit and loans facilities,” he told reporters after officiating the ground-breaking ceremony for the MCA new building in Jalan Raja Chulan, here today.
He said although the MCA could not guarantee that each loan application would be approved, at least they could offer accurate information and help the applicants to submit their loan applications in an orderly manner to facilitate the approval process.
Ong said the MCA was also planning to help the farmers and oil palm smallholders whose income had declined due to the drop in the price of the world commodity, next.
“I think our focus this year would be on the economy and I hope even though the MCA is representing the interest of the Chinese, our efforts would also give benefit to all,” he added.
After initiating efforts to help the fishermen and the government in resolving the subsidised diesel issue last year, the MCA is now focusing on assisting the small and medium industry (SMI) players.
Its president, Datuk Seri Ong Tee Keat said beginning this month, the MCA Technology Development Council, led by Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Kong Cho Ha, would find ways and means to help the SMI players especially in getting business loans.
“Many SMI industry players have come to see me with issues such as the credit crunch and the difficulty in getting micro credit and loans facilities,” he told reporters after officiating the ground-breaking ceremony for the MCA new building in Jalan Raja Chulan, here today.
He said although the MCA could not guarantee that each loan application would be approved, at least they could offer accurate information and help the applicants to submit their loan applications in an orderly manner to facilitate the approval process.
Ong said the MCA was also planning to help the farmers and oil palm smallholders whose income had declined due to the drop in the price of the world commodity, next.
“I think our focus this year would be on the economy and I hope even though the MCA is representing the interest of the Chinese, our efforts would also give benefit to all,” he added.
Kong: We cannot neglect the people - Star
Dec 9, 2008
IPOH: The new Perak MCA liaison committee must stay united to face challenges and work hard to serve the public.
State chief Datuk Kong Cho Ha said the new line-up, particularly at the divisional and grassroots levels, had to work hard because the party could not afford to neglect its service to the people.
“The way forward will be for all of us is to work for a better tomorrow for Perak MCA,” said Kong, who chaired his inaugural state liaison committee meeting yesterday, after taking over from Datuk Seri Ong Ka Chuan as state chief.
New team: Kong (centre) announcing his new state liaison committee members during a press conference in Ipoh Monday. With him (from left) are Loke and Lee.
On whether factions in the party had posed a problem in naming the new committee, Kong said he had told the new line-up that they had to be united.
Kong explained that the basis for his new state liaison committee was capability, equitable distribution and geographical consideration.
He said it was not an easy task to come up with a new line-up because Perak was a big state.
“We cannot satisfy everyone but with all the limitations, this is the best team I can come up with,” he said.
Among the changes was the appointment of Ong, who is also Tapah MCA division chief, as state party adviser.
Tanjung Malim MCA division chief Datuk Loke Yuen Yow is now Kong’s deputy while his secretary is Kampar division chief Datuk Lee Chee Leong.
Tambun MCA division chief Hing Thian Kiak is the new organising secretary, replacing Dr Mah Hang Soon.
IPOH: The new Perak MCA liaison committee must stay united to face challenges and work hard to serve the public.
State chief Datuk Kong Cho Ha said the new line-up, particularly at the divisional and grassroots levels, had to work hard because the party could not afford to neglect its service to the people.
“The way forward will be for all of us is to work for a better tomorrow for Perak MCA,” said Kong, who chaired his inaugural state liaison committee meeting yesterday, after taking over from Datuk Seri Ong Ka Chuan as state chief.
New team: Kong (centre) announcing his new state liaison committee members during a press conference in Ipoh Monday. With him (from left) are Loke and Lee.On whether factions in the party had posed a problem in naming the new committee, Kong said he had told the new line-up that they had to be united.
Kong explained that the basis for his new state liaison committee was capability, equitable distribution and geographical consideration.
He said it was not an easy task to come up with a new line-up because Perak was a big state.
“We cannot satisfy everyone but with all the limitations, this is the best team I can come up with,” he said.
Among the changes was the appointment of Ong, who is also Tapah MCA division chief, as state party adviser.
Tanjung Malim MCA division chief Datuk Loke Yuen Yow is now Kong’s deputy while his secretary is Kampar division chief Datuk Lee Chee Leong.
Tambun MCA division chief Hing Thian Kiak is the new organising secretary, replacing Dr Mah Hang Soon.
I didn’t get quit letter, says Tee Keat - Star
Nov 24, 2008 By SYLVIA LOOI
GOPENG: MCA president Datuk Seri Ong Tee Keat has denied receiving any resignation letter from Housing and Local Government Minister Datuk Seri Ong Ka Chuan.
Stating this for the first time after speculation started over Ka Chuan’s position in the Cabinet, Tee Keat said: “No, I have not received any resignation letter from him.”
New site: Tee Keat (second left) during a ground-breaking ceremony in Gopeng yesterday. Joining him (from left) are MCA vice-president Datuk Kong Cho Ha, Ka Chuan, Gopeng MCA division chief Albert Chang and his deputy Alex Chan.
He was speaking to reporters after a ground-breaking ceremony for the Lawan Kuda MCA branch office near here yesterday.
Tee Keat, nevertheless, confirmed that he did meet Ka Chuan just after the party elections.
“But the meeting was to discuss party issues.”
He said if Ka Chuan had wanted to leave his ministerial post, the resignation letter should have been addressed to the Prime Minister by convention.
It was recently reported that Ka Chuan, who lost his bid for the party’s deputy president’s post, had written a letter to inform Tee Keat of his decision to resign from his Cabinet post.
Asked whether there was a deadline for him to submit a new list of MCA Cabinet ministers to the Prime Minister, Tee Keat said: “We are not sitting for an examination. There is no deadline or time limit.”
On reports of his less than cordial relation with his deputy Datuk Seri Dr Chua Soi Lek, Tee Keat said it was just public perception.
He said the priority should now be on the party’s agenda and not personal obsession.
Pressed further on his relationship with Dr Chua, Tee Keat said: “No matter what you ask, I’ll stop at this.”
On reports that former MCA deputy president Tan Sri Lee Kim Sai might make a comeback to party politics,
Tee Keat said he had been receiving calls and messages of late from party veterans expressing their readiness to serve the party.
“Certainly with their wealth of experience, the veterans will be an asset to the party,” he said.
Earlier in his speech, Tee Keat, who is also Transport Minister, reminded party members to be friendly to the community, adding that branch leaders should help restore the people’s confidence in the party.
GOPENG: MCA president Datuk Seri Ong Tee Keat has denied receiving any resignation letter from Housing and Local Government Minister Datuk Seri Ong Ka Chuan.
Stating this for the first time after speculation started over Ka Chuan’s position in the Cabinet, Tee Keat said: “No, I have not received any resignation letter from him.”
New site: Tee Keat (second left) during a ground-breaking ceremony in Gopeng yesterday. Joining him (from left) are MCA vice-president Datuk Kong Cho Ha, Ka Chuan, Gopeng MCA division chief Albert Chang and his deputy Alex Chan.He was speaking to reporters after a ground-breaking ceremony for the Lawan Kuda MCA branch office near here yesterday.
Tee Keat, nevertheless, confirmed that he did meet Ka Chuan just after the party elections.
“But the meeting was to discuss party issues.”
He said if Ka Chuan had wanted to leave his ministerial post, the resignation letter should have been addressed to the Prime Minister by convention.
It was recently reported that Ka Chuan, who lost his bid for the party’s deputy president’s post, had written a letter to inform Tee Keat of his decision to resign from his Cabinet post.
Asked whether there was a deadline for him to submit a new list of MCA Cabinet ministers to the Prime Minister, Tee Keat said: “We are not sitting for an examination. There is no deadline or time limit.”
On reports of his less than cordial relation with his deputy Datuk Seri Dr Chua Soi Lek, Tee Keat said it was just public perception.
He said the priority should now be on the party’s agenda and not personal obsession.
Pressed further on his relationship with Dr Chua, Tee Keat said: “No matter what you ask, I’ll stop at this.”
On reports that former MCA deputy president Tan Sri Lee Kim Sai might make a comeback to party politics,
Tee Keat said he had been receiving calls and messages of late from party veterans expressing their readiness to serve the party.
“Certainly with their wealth of experience, the veterans will be an asset to the party,” he said.
Earlier in his speech, Tee Keat, who is also Transport Minister, reminded party members to be friendly to the community, adding that branch leaders should help restore the people’s confidence in the party.
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