Key Takeaway: Cybercrime will be included in Malaysia-Singapore cross-border crime cooperation , as the two countries prepare to renew their Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on the matter. Malaysia’s Home Minister, Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, announced that cybercrime will be a new focus in Malaysia-Singapore cross-border crime collaboration . The updated MOU will be signed on Nov 14 during Saifuddin’s meeting with Singapore’s Minister of Home Affairs and Law, K. Shanmugam. This move reflects the growing threat of cybercrime , which costs ASEAN an estimated US$64 billion annually. The agreement emphasizes capacity-building, intelligence-sharing, and joint operations as vital components for addressing cybercrime. The exchange of MOU documents will occur at the Annual Leaders' Retreat on Dec 8 in Malaysia, which will be attended by the prime ministers of both nations. Saifuddin also highlighted plans to discuss border congestion issues and will visit Singapore’s Immi
President-elect Donald Trump is set to meet with House Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday as Republicans near control of both Congress and the White House, potentially achieving a full GOP trifecta in Washington. Trump’s agenda includes a speech to House Republicans, coinciding with his planned visit with President Joe Biden at the White House.
Republicans are four seats away from a House majority, with 214 seats secured out of the needed 218, according to AP. Although a majority is within reach, it could be narrow, adding challenges for the GOP’s agenda, especially with Trump eyeing congressional members for key roles in his administration.
Trump’s Picks and Leadership Contests
Trump has chosen Rep. Mike Waltz as his national security adviser and intends to nominate Rep. Elise Stefanik as US Ambassador to the UN. This will create vacancies in their House seats, requiring special elections.
In the Senate, Trump ally Senator Rick Scott is challenging John Thune and John Cornyn for majority leadership. Both rivals have been longtime deputies under Mitch McConnell, yet Scott has gained the backing of Elon Musk. Trump has not yet endorsed a candidate.
DOJ and Homeland Security Changes
Mark Paoletta, a key Republican lawyer in Trump’s transition team, emphasized plans for the Department of Justice to focus on issues such as cracking down on illegal immigration and reversing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. He warned that DOJ employees unwilling to align with these priorities should consider leaving.
For the Department of Homeland Security, Trump has reportedly selected South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, who would lead his immigration efforts. Alongside her, Tom Homan is slated to be a “border czar,” while Stephen Miller will serve as deputy chief of staff for policy.
These appointments mark a significant step in Trump’s transition as he lays out his priorities for the next administration.
Comments
Post a Comment