Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has concluded an official visit to Japan primarily focused on advancing pioneering cooperation in AI, energy security and academic partnerships. We speak to Angeline Tan, an analyst at the Institute of Strategic & International Studies (ISIS) Malaysia to discuss the significance of this visit, the long-term LNG deal inked between PETRONAS and Japanese partner Jera Co Inc, and what this means for Japan-Malaysia relations moving forward. (Starts at 23:55)• High Court upholds RM60,000 fine against sexual harassment: The Kuala Lumpur High Court has upheld a Tribunal for Anti-Sexual Harassment award ordering a man to pay RM60,000 in damages after he shared intimate photos of his ex-girlfriend without consent. We spoke to lawyer Kee Hui Yee about what the ruling says about the role of the tribunal and what it means for victims seeking justice through the system. (Starts at 18:16)• Illegal parking touts spark online debate: An online discussion about illegal parking touts has reignited public frustration over a long-standing problem in many urban areas, with many questioning why the practice continues despite being against the law. We discuss the challenges of enforcement, public concerns over vehicle safety, and whether tougher action is needed to address the issue. (Starts at 13:19)• Recycling centres now mandatory in shopping malls: Shopping malls are now required to provide dedicated recycling centres under a new government initiative aimed at boosting recycling rates. We speak to Wong Pui Yi, researcher with the Basel Action Network, about whether greater access to recycling facilities can make a meaningful difference. (Starts at 06:51)• Why are children becoming obsessed with skincare?: Girls as young as eight-years-old are increasingly obsessed with skincare and making up to £50,000 a year off it on TikTok as influencers. We discuss the effects of skincare usage among children and the imact of child brand ambassadors. (Starts at 00:28)Top 5 @ 5 is brought to you by Luno: A smarter way to cryptoImage Credits: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (Facebook)
