Police ‘Whitewash’ of NFC And Shahrizat is Unacceptable

I refer to the statement today by Deputy IGP Datuk Khalid Bakar that police investigations have so far not revealed any criminal breach of trust elements in the management of the National Feedlot Corporation (NFC). The NFC is managed by Cabinet Minister and Wanita UMNO chief Shahrizat Jalil’s husband and three children. This is a transparent attempt by the national police leadership to perform ‘damage control’ on behalf of the ruling UMNO party. 

Why issue such a statement when investigations are still continiuing? It makes no sense for the police to state their conclusions before the end of the investigation. And why make such a statement all of a sudden, just as the high profile UMNO AGM gets underway? Also surprisingly, the police have confirmed that they have still not recorded any statement from Minister Shahrizat, who is a key figure in NFC controversy.

Why are the police avoiding calling in the Minister? Significantly, this blatant police attempt at white-washing NFC and Shahrizat comes just as further embarassing revelations have been made about the NFC fiasco. ( Yesterday, PKR revealed that NFC had purchased prime Putrajaya land and a luxury car using the RM 250 million loan from public funds.) Coming in the midst of their last AGM before the 13th General Election, these new revelations are a massive blow to UMNO. The police whitewash of NFC is all the more shocking considering the scale of mismanagement and abuse of public funds that has thus far been exposed. 

It seems DIGP Khalid Bakar expects the public to believe that there is no criminal wrongdoing by any person, despite public funds being used to purchase luxury condos, overseas trips, luxury cars and prime land. This shameful statement of Khalid Bakar is further proof of the complete lack of independence and pro-BN stance of the police leadership.

We call upon the police leadership, and also the MACC and Attorney General, to bear in mind that they exist to serve the rakyat, and we demand that they discharge their duties professionally and independently.
 
N SURENDRAN
VICE PRESIDENT
KEADILAN

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Tokyo 2011: Subaru reveals the BRZ, looks familiar?

To many of us, the Toyota GT 86 Coupe is one of the most highly anticipated cars, this year at least. The sweet-looking coupe gave the AE 86 a new lease of life and should be in the bucket list of many around the world.

As you would have known, Subaru is also producing its version of the GT 86, called the BRZ which made its first public appearance at the Tokyo Motor Show. Just like the Toyota version, it is motivated by a four-cylinder 2.0 liter engine with 197 hp and 205 Nm of torque. There are subtle differences here and there, including different front bumpers.

At the same time, Subaru also revealed the Super GT Subaru BRZ race car which will compete in the GT300 class of the 2012 Super GT Series So which version you prefer? Toyota’s or Subaru’s?

© 2011 Paul Tan's Automotive News. All Rights Reserved.

This story originally appeared on Paul Tan's Automotive News on Thu, 01 Dec 11 14:10:52 +0000.

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Program Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim di Hulu Selangor dan Tanjung Malim

DEMI RAKYAT

2 Disember 2011 (Jumaat)

Program 1) Hulu Selangor

9.00 – 12.00 malam – Ceramah Perdana – Malaysia Tanpa UMNO

Lokasi: Dewan Dato’ Hamid, Batang Kali, Hulu Selangor

Penceramah:

1.      YB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim

2.      YB Azmin Ali

3.      YBhg N Surendran

4.      YBhg Khalid Jaafar

Program 2 ) Tanjung Malim, Perak

9.00 – 12.00 malam – Ceramah Perdana – Demi rakyat

Lokasi: Kg Klan Halt 3, Simpang Felda Sungai Behrang, Slim River, Perak

Penceramah:

1.      YB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim

2.      YB Dato’ Seri Nizar Jamaluddin

3.      YB Nga Kor Ham

4.      YBhg Dr Muhammad Nor Manuty

5.      YBhg Jeneral (B) Dato’ Abdul Hadi Khattab

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LIVE from Tokyo: Audi A1 Samurai Blue for the footie fans

Most people in Japan drive Japanese cars, but in trendy Tokyo, driving a Continental car is a status symbol and a way to stand out – even better if it’s a left hand drive unit! Now, here’s one even more rare specimen, a one-off model called the A1 Samurai Blue. Part of profits from this Japanese national football team edition car will go to a charity.

Based on the 122 hp 1.4 TFSI three-door hatch, the Samurai Blue is one for the hardcore Blue Samurai fan, and besides the unique paintjob, every customisable part of the A1 interior gets a matching job, from the plastic seatbacks and door cards to the base of the centre console and air con vent rings. Adidas is the kit sponsor for JFA, and their logo is peppered around the A1, too.

Too bad we’re too small a market for an “A1 Harimau Malaya edition”. Wait, that one will end up looking like Bumblebee!

© 2011 Paul Tan's Automotive News. All Rights Reserved.

This story originally appeared on Paul Tan's Automotive News on Thu, 01 Dec 11 13:46:53 +0000.

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OHBULAN! Web Ke-20 Popular Di Malaysia [Laporan Malaysian Digital Association]

Berdasarkan statistik yang berakhir pada Oktober 2011, Effective Measure & Malaysian Digital Association melaporkan kedudukan terkini web yang paling popular dilawati lebih 27 juta pengguna internet di Malaysia.

Bagi kategori web tempatan, OHBULAN! menduduki tangga ke-20 dengan jumlah pelawat unik mencecah 586296 sepanjang bulan Oktober. Ini sekaligus meletakkan OHBULAN! sebagai portal hiburan & fesyen yang menjadi pilihan pertama pembaca tempatan berbanding dengan portal atau blog yang seangkatan dengannya.

Rakan strategik PAULTAN.org yang menfokuskan berita berkenaan automatif menduduki tangga ke-26, juga menjadi pilihan utama peminat automatif di Malaysia.

Laporan Effective Measure turut menyatakan web bertemakan portal merupakan kategori yang paling popular dilawati oleh pelayar Malaysia. Selain itu, kategori web popular yang lain ialah bertemakan laman sosial, membeli-belah, enjin carian & berita.

Rujuk slide di bawah untuk keterangan lanjut.

MDA – Effective Measure November 2011 Report

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BMW and Toyota diesel engine supply deal officially inked

You have probably heard of some chatter about a possible partnership between BMW and Toyota in regards to environmentally-friendly technologies. Well looks like there was substance behind the rumors after all and both companies have announced a collaborative effort today.

A memorandum has been signed between the two auto brands which will see BMW supply Toyota’s European division with the company’s 1.6 liter and 2.0 liter diesel powerplants in 2014.

“It is a great joy and a thrill to enter into this mid-to-long-term collaborative relationship with BMW, a company with its own culture and history from its many years of car manufacturing in Europe, and a company that makes cars that are fun to drive. In the spirit of contributing to furthering the development of the auto industry and society, both companies will bring their wide-ranging knowledge-starting with that concerning environmental technologies-to the table and make ever-better cars,” said Akio Toyoda, Toyota’s president.

BMW’s Chairman of the Board of Management Norbert Reithofer said, “Toyota is the leading provider of environment-friendly series technology in the volume segment and the BMW Group is the most innovative and sustainable manufacturer of premium automobiles. We are now joining forces to further develop environment-friendly technologies and to expand our innovation leadership in each of our segments.”

“Supplying Toyota with our fuel efficient and dynamic diesel engines represents another important step in the planned expansion of our sales activities for engines and powertrain system,” he added. This deal is part of a memorandum which covers collaborative research into next generation environmental friendly technologies, such lithium-ion battery technology.

© 2011 Paul Tan's Automotive News. All Rights Reserved.

This story originally appeared on Paul Tan's Automotive News on Thu, 01 Dec 11 13:46:53 +0000.

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Youtube & Display for Travel

Above is an amazing EMEA video showcasing how global brands are effectively utilising our platforms.

With Google's media and platform solutions, Travel advertisers can develop comprehensive, innovative, and scalable display solutions for their objectives. Whether that be driving bookings as efficiently as possible, driving awareness of a sale, or showcasing the value of their brand, the Google Display Network and YouTube can help.

Here are three key strategies that you don't want to miss:

1. Sell more as efficiently as possible by combining audience buying with Google's powerful contextual targeting technology.

2. Deliver additional reach at a more effective cost per point of reach with YouTube Skippable Ads, and pay only when users watch your ad (not for the impression).

3. Engage your users and develop true brand advocates with YouTube programs, especially leading up to the Olympics.

Learn more about Google's display solutions, trends, and tools at www.google.co.uk/watchthisspace.

Posted by Cristy Aragon, Industry Manager UK.