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COP28 sees 600 Malaysian delegates, largest participation from nation

COP28 kicked off today until December 12 at Expo City Dubai, United Arab Emirates.  It is expected to host over 70,000 delegates, including heads of state and world leaders, to build consensus and facilitate progress on climate action among parties, delegates and thousands of non-government organisations, companies, youth groups and other stakeholders.

Environment ministry to table proposal for water tariff setting mechanism

Its minister, Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad (Setiawangsa-PH), told Dewan Rakyat today the proposal will include a mechanism that allows water operators to adjust tariffs without ministerial approval. He, however, said the mechanism would also protect consumers of all income groups.

Govt to increase solar system capacity to 40GW by 2050: Nik Nazmi

Natural Resources, Environment, and Climate Change Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said the government will be increasing the capacity of the country’s solar system up to approximately 40 gigawatts by 2050. 

Malaysia waiting for Indonesia’s response on transboundary haze: Nik Nazmi

Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said Malaysia has yet to receive any response after sending a letter to the country and hoped to hear from them soon. 

NRECC allocates spot for youth rep in climate change panel

Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said young voices were much needed in the decision-making process related to climate policy as their passion, innovation, and fresh perspectives were essential in finding solutions for the country to go green.  

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