Ministry of Youth and Sports Ready to Consider Requests from Malaysian National Cycling Federation
The Ministry of Youth and Sports (KBS) and the National Sports Council (NSC) are prepared to consider the three requests from the Malaysian National Cycling Federation (MNCF). The requests include upgrading the Velodrome Rakyat in Ipoh, Perak, providing special allocations for the national road racing squad, and channelling financial allocations to the association to organise competitions.
Minister’s Commitment
According to Minister Hannah Yeoh, the ministry will study the requests thoroughly and make a decision. She has also promised to visit the Velodrome Rakyat with the MNCF after the Parliamentary session ends. The minister noted that the request for allocation for the road racing squad is long-term, and the allocation was previously stopped in 2013.
Reinstating Lawn Bowls into Podium Programme
In another development, the minister revealed that discussions with the NSC to reinstate lawn bowls into the Podium Programme are in the final stages. She also met with the Malaysia Lawn Bowls Federation (MLBF) president, Datuk Awalan Abdul Aziz, regarding Izzat Shameer Dzulkeple being ranked the world number one male lawn bowler.
Minister’s Warning to Sports Associations
Hannah reminded sports associations not to host tournaments, especially at the international level, without the ministry’s permission. She emphasized that every association needs to ensure they have sufficient funds to organise competitions regularly without problems. The minister also warned that the Cabinet has requested that every association bidding to organise international tournaments to obtain the minister’s permission first, as there have been cases where associations lacked funds but proceeded anyway, leading to poorly organised events.
Government’s Warning Letter
The ministry has sent warning letters to all associations, reminding them that they must have sufficient funds and obtain the government’s permission before hosting international tournaments. The minister noted that there were cases of participants suffering from food poisoning and other issues, which tarnished Malaysia’s image.
Conclusion
The Ministry of Youth and Sports is committed to considering the requests from the Malaysian National Cycling Federation and working towards the development of sports in the country. It is essential for sports associations to be responsible and ensure they have sufficient funds to organise competitions regularly. The government’s warning letter serves as a reminder to associations to be cautious and responsible in their organisational efforts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the three requests from the Malaysian National Cycling Federation?
A: The requests include upgrading the Velodrome Rakyat in Ipoh, Perak, providing special allocations for the national road racing squad, and channelling financial allocations to the association to organise competitions.
Q: What is the current status of the discussions to reinstate lawn bowls into the Podium Programme?
A: The discussions are in the final stages, and the minister has met with the Malaysia Lawn Bowls Federation president regarding the matter.
Q: What is the government’s warning to sports associations?
A: The government has requested that every association bidding to organise international tournaments obtain the minister’s permission first, as there have been cases where associations lacked funds but proceeded anyway, leading to poorly organised events.
Q: What is the purpose of the warning letters sent to sports associations?
A: The warning letters were sent to remind associations that they must have sufficient funds and obtain the government’s permission before hosting international tournaments.