<blockquote class="blockquote">Chok Tong was slapped with 39 charges under the Securities and Futures Act (SFA).</blockquote>

<div class=newsTextDataWrapInner><p>SINGAPORE (Sept 20): Dr Goh Jin Hian, the former chief executive officer of New Silkroutes Group, has been charged with false trading offences along with three other men who were also previously from the group.</p></div>

<div class=newsTextDataWrapInner><p>According to <em>ChannelNewsAsia</em>, Goh, who is also the son of former prime minister Goh Chok Tong, was slapped with 39 charges under the Securities and Futures Act (SFA).</p></div>

<div class=newsTextDataWrapInner><p>The other three men charged, Kelvyn Oo Cheong Kwan, William Teo Thiam Chuan and Huang Yiwen, received 31 similar charges each<a href="https://www.theedgesingapore.com/news/company-news/goh-jin-hian-former-ceo-new-silkroutes-group-and-son-former-pm-goh-chok-tong" target="_blank"><em>...(click on link for full story on theedgesingapore.com)</em></a></p></div><div class=inPageAd id=div-gpt-ad-inpage></div>


Dr Goh Jin Hian, the former chief executive officer of New Silkroutes Group, has been charged with false trading offences along with three other men who were also previously from the group.

Goh Jin Hian, former CEO of New Silkroutes Group and son of former PM Goh Chok Tong, charged with false trading

TOKYO (May 22): Japan's exports rose for a fifth straight month in April, helped by a boost in value from the weak yen, government data showed on Wednesday, but shipment volumes struggled as soft demand weighed on growth.

Japan's exports pick up on weak yen but business mood stalls

KUALA LUMPUR (May 22): His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim and Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, the King and Queen of Malaysia, wished Malaysian Buddhists on Thursday, a Happy Wesak Day.

King, Queen extend Happy Wesak Day greetings to all Malaysian Buddhists

May 22 is the United Nations International Day for Biological Diversity, and the situation is dire. Over one million species are endangered, and the populations of wild mammals, fish and birds have declined by 69% on average since 1970, according to the Living Planet Index. This decline in biodiversity is closely linked to the destruction of habitats.

MySay: Sweden is sharing its success in restoring ecosystems with Malaysia

SYDNEY (May 22): Asian shares edged higher on Wednesday, as anxious investors dared to hope AI-diva Nvidia could meet sky-high expectations, while keeping a wary eye on the outlook for US and UK interest rates.

Asia stocks edge up on Nvidia hopes, NZ dollar jumps

WASHINGTON/AMELIA ISLAND, Florida (May 21): Federal Reserve policymakers said on Tuesday that the US central bank should wait several more months to ensure that inflation really is back on track to its 2% target, before cutting interest rates.

Fed officials urge patience on timing of initial rate cut

KUALA LUMPUR (May 22): Property developer Skyworld Development Bhd (KL:SKYWLD) said on Tuesday (May 21) that its net profit for the fourth quarter was down 64% from a year earlier, mainly on lower revenue and higher expenses.

Skyworld’s 4Q net profit down 64%, plans projects worth RM1b in FY2025

The Asean+3 region is home to some of the world’s most innovative and technologically advanced economies. This region has accounted for over 60% of global patents since the early 2010s, primarily contributed by China, Japan and South Korea.

Asean+3: A technology powerhouse in the making

The world today is becoming more connected, paving the way for collaborative research initiatives that are increasingly becoming the cornerstone in addressing complex global challenges. Universities play a pivotal role in fostering such collaborations, leveraging their diverse expertise and resources to make a meaningful impact on society.

Collaborative Research Initiatives for a Global Impact

Sixteen Malaysians were among the 211 passengers aboard Singapore Airlines (SIA) flight SQ321 from London to Singapore that was forced to make an emergency landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport, on Tuesday afternoon.

16 Malaysians among passengers aboard London-Singapore flight SQ321

Here is a brief recap of some business news and corporate announcements that made the headlines on Tuesday:

Pos Malaysia, Hartalega, Kossan, Hong Seng, Sunway, PetDag, Affin, Bank Islam, Hibiscus, LBS, Sime Darby Property, Lagenda Properties

<p>Here is a brief recap of some business news and corporate announcements that made the headlines on Tuesday:</p>


<p>KNM Group Bhd (KL:KNM) has received a written notice from a solicitor proposing the appointment of new directors for its upcoming annual general meeting (AGM) scheduled for June 6, 2024.</p>


KNM receives nomination for new directors ahead of June 6 AGM

<p>Sixteen Malaysians were among the 211 passengers aboard Singapore Airlines (SIA) flight SQ321 from London to Singapore that was forced to make an emergency landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport, on Tuesday afternoon.</p>


<p>KUALA LUMPUR (May 22): Property developer Skyworld Development Bhd&nbsp;(KL:SKYWLD) said on Tuesday (May 21) that its net profit for the fourth quarter was down 64% from a year earlier, mainly on lower revenue and higher expenses.</p>


<p>Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Tuesday said that the government is taking it seriously to develop the progressive wage policy (PWP) to address the issue of low wages, especially among the younger generation and graduates.</p>


Govt pledges to break stagnant wage with progressive wage policy — PM

<p>The Asean+3 region is home to some of the world’s most innovative and technologically advanced economies. This region has accounted for over 60% of global patents since the early 2010s, primarily contributed by China, Japan and South Korea.</p>


<p>Hextar Industries Bhd (KL:HEXIND) saw its net profit tumble 78.1% year-on-year for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024 (1QFY2024), dragged by lower average selling prices (ASP) and higher raw material costs due to the weaker ringgit despite higher sales volume of fertilisers&nbsp;</p>


Hextar Industries posts 78% drop in 1Q earnings on lower ASP, higher raw material costs

<p>Magma Group Bhd (KL:MAGMA), formerly known as Impiana Hotels Bhd, plans to undertake an issuance of redeemable convertible notes (RCNs) to raise up to RM100 million to repay borrowings and fund working capital.</p>


Magma plans to raise RM100 mil via redeemable convertible note issuance  

<p>WASHINGTON/AMELIA ISLAND, Florida (May 21): Federal Reserve policymakers said on Tuesday that the US&nbsp;central bank should wait several more months to ensure that inflation really is back on track to its 2% target, before cutting interest rates.</p>


<p>SYDNEY (May 22): Asian shares edged higher on Wednesday, as anxious investors dared to hope AI-diva Nvidia could meet sky-high expectations, while keeping a wary eye on the outlook for US and UK interest rates.</p>


<p>KUALA LUMPUR (May 22): His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim and Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, the King and Queen of Malaysia,&nbsp;wished Malaysian Buddhists on Thursday, a Happy Wesak Day.</p>


<p>TOKYO (May 22):&nbsp;Japan's exports rose for a fifth straight month in April, helped by a boost in value from the weak yen, government data showed on Wednesday, but shipment volumes struggled as soft demand weighed on growth.</p>


<p>May 22 is the United Nations International Day for Biological Diversity, and the situation is dire. Over one million species are endangered, and the populations of wild mammals, fish and birds have declined by 69% on average since 1970, according to the Living Planet Index. This decline in biodiversity is closely linked to the destruction of habitats.</p>


<p>The world today is becoming more connected, paving the way for collaborative research initiatives that are increasingly becoming the cornerstone in addressing complex global challenges. Universities play a pivotal role in fostering such collaborations, leveraging their diverse expertise and resources to make a meaningful impact on society.&nbsp;</p>
