Deep in the red, but PR1MA can spend on charity and the press
Modified5 May 2021, 8:25 am
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Breaking-of-fast events coupled with acts of charity during Ramadan by government ministries and agencies are a norm in Malaysia where VIPs can receive some publicity.
This year, one particular government agency - PR1MA Corporation Malaysia, a statutory body with a mandate to build affordable homes for the middle-income group - has come under scrutiny for such activities.
Critics say that PR1MA was being abused for political mileage at these events at a time when the company was suffering huge losses and, more importantly, legitimate home owners are suffering due to late deliveries.
KUALA LUMPUR (March 10): PR1MA Corporation Malaysia (PR1MA) has clarified that the appointment of Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim as the chairman of the corporation was effective October 23, 2020.
PR1MA in a statement tonight said the Arau MP was officially appointed by Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin and the appointment came into effect on that date.
Yesterday, Housing and Local Government Minister Datuk Zuraida Kamaruddin announced Shahidan’s appointment as PR1MA chairman while conducting a visit to the PR1MA headquarters in Petaling Jaya.
During the visit, Zuraida also announced Shahidan’s appointment as National Housing Corporation chairman effective yesterday.