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A Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission investigator has testified that Penang's executive council consulted state government legal officers regarding the legality of a major tunnel project before proceeding with implementation.
A MACC investigating officer has rejected accusations that the anti-corruption probe into Penang's undersea tunnel project was one-sided, denying that authorities pressured witnesses into making damaging statements against Lim Guan Eng.
A Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission investigating officer has rejected accusations of investigative bias in the ongoing undersea tunnel project probe centred on former Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng, denying that personal considerations influenced the inquiry's direction.
A MACC investigating officer has rejected claims of bias in the inquiry into the RM6.3 billion Penang undersea tunnel project involving former Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng, defending the integrity of the investigation.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has dismissed Kedah's Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor's calls to review Penang's land lease arrangement, stating the state will respond if the matter escalates to legal proceedings.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has sounded an alarm over the emerging Barisan Nasional-Perikatan Nasional alliance, warning that the DAP must recalibrate its electoral approach to defend its political stronghold in the northern state.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has launched the state's National Month celebrations, urging residents to use August as an opportunity to strengthen national unity and demonstrate patriotism through visible symbols and daily actions.
The defence in former Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng's corruption trial has challenged the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's conclusions, arguing the state government incurred no financial losses in a controversial land transfer linked to a major tunnel infrastructure project.
Penang's Pakatan Harapan coalition is conducting a comprehensive strategic review ahead of the next general election, with all subcommittees instructed to present progress reports by early August.
Penang's Chief Minister has issued an ultimatum to the concession company managing the RM1 billion Jelutong landfill rehabilitation project, warning that without Environmental Impact Assessment approval by a set deadline, the state will withdraw support and explore alternative contractors.
Penang MCA is questioning the Air Itam bypass project's reported progress, demanding the state government release payment records and certification reports within seven days or face escalation to anti-corruption authorities.
DAP politician Lim Guan Eng has pressed Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to immediately rectify Penang's RM2.8 billion federal funding shortfall spanning 2023 to 2025, citing the state's developmental needs.