Key topics will take center stage at today’s Dewan Rakyat sitting, covering issues like bullying at Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM), investment failures and the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in Malaysia’s legal sector.
During the Minister’s Question Time, Royal Malaysian Navy Commander (Rtd) Nordin Ahmad Ismail (PN-Lumut) will question the Defence Minister about measures to curb bullying at UPNM. This topic follows recent concerns over student safety and discipline at the university.
Separately, Syerleena Abdul Rashid (PH-Bukit Bendera) will ask the Finance Minister about the factors contributing to Khazanah Nasional Bhd and Permodalan Nasional Bhd’s (PNB) unsuccessful investment in FashionValet Sdn Bhd (FV), a local fashion retail company. The inquiry reflects a broader scrutiny on government-linked investments and financial oversight.
Another significant question will be from Syahredzan Johan (PH-Bangi), who intends to ask the Prime Minister if the government plans to implement AI technology in Malaysia’s legal sector. The question underlines an interest in modernizing legal practices and improving efficiency within the justice system.
Further, Lim Lip Eng (PH-Kepong) will raise the issue of alternatives to detaining minors for immigration offenses. He will ask the Home Minister whether community-based programs could be viable substitutes for detainment with the potential to extend similar initiatives to prisoners who have completed two-thirds of their sentences.
Additionally, Datuk Dr. Nik Muhammad Zawawi Haji Salleh (PN-Pasir Puteh) will question the Plantation and Commodities Minister on sustainable development plans for the oil palm sector as the industry approaches the land expansion cap of 6.5 million hectares.
After these questions, the sitting will proceed with ministers delivering winding-up remarks on the Supply Bill (Budget) 2025 at the policy stage, addressing proposed budgetary allocations and legislative plans. This session, running from October 14 to December 12, reflects a busy parliamentary period with significant implications for national policy.
