Malaysia’s political star becomes youngest minister

18 Sept 15:35 Key points summarised by AI

Syed Saddiq Abdul Rahman, 25, made history as Malaysia's youngest-ever cabinet minister, assuming the role of youth and sports minister.
A law graduate and three-time Asia's Best Speaker, he prioritized public service over a second Oxford University offer.
He pledged to amplify the voices of Malaysian youths, empowering them to shape the nation's future.
His rapid political rise followed a successful parliamentary election, contributing to the recent change in government.

Detained Suu Kyi receives UK royal package: Myanmar govt

Today 03:08 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar's detained Nobel laureate, Aung San Suu Kyi, received a package from Britain's King Charles III, which included two gardening books, a sealed envelope, and diplomatic communication.
The event marked the first release of images of Suu Kyi in two months and saw Myanmar authorities describe her as a "special female prisoner" for the first time.
Suu Kyi, who was deposed in a 2021 military coup that triggered an ongoing civil war, remains under house arrest on charges that rights groups contend are politically motivated.