YUSMADI YUSOFF As we traverse an era defined by unprecedented global challenges, the imperative for dialogue among nations and cultures has never been more critical. In this context, the role of universities, particularly unique institutions such as the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), emerges as pivotal. IIUM stands poised not only to contribute to academic…
Social media has become an integral part of modern life, influencing how we communicate, share information, and interact with the world. Platforms like Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn and Instagram have transformed from mere social networking sites into powerful tools for marketing, entertainment, and even political activism. However, as social media trends evolve, they bring a host…
Yesterday Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching called upon the various social media platforms to have content moderators for various languages and not just English. “It is vital for the social media platforms to have moderators who are fluent in various languages since there are many languages in Malaysia. “It is very difficult if their…
Malaysia’s recent application to join BRICS under the leadership of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim marks a strategic shift in the nation’s global diplomacy. While the BRICS bloc — consisting of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa — is traditionally viewed as an economic alliance, Malaysia’s participation brings with it a deeper and broader vision….
This is probably the second or third open – letter to be carried by some news portals as a clarion call that the Madani unity government should intervene now in the local media industry which is spiralling towards an employable crisis with no solution in sight for its embattled media practitioners. As this piece, is…
A year ago immediately after the concurrent six state elections, I wrote an article about Perikatan Nasional’s chances of becoming an alternative government that peaked and would only further diminish. I called it “peak Perikatan”. In the article, I made four points about the political scenario after the 6-state elections, namely the talk of a…
Malaysia is a home to more than 221,000 Bangladesh workers. This week, we had seen the selective compassion among Malaysians on the recent riot in Bangladesh. For a week, videos and cry for help by the victims of mobs believed to be instigated by the radical Jamaat e-Islami surfaces on social media platform. The mob…
In a surprising turn of events, Tesla has announced its decision to withdraw from the Southeast Asian market, abandoning plans to build electric vehicle (EV) factories in Malaysia. This move has sent shockwaves through the region’s automotive industry and raised questions about the future of EV manufacturing in Southeast Asia. The withdrawal represents a significant…
In August 2024, an incident occurred in Terengganu, Malaysia, that drew national attention and sparked discussions about cultural sensitivity and religious harmony in the country. The event involved Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party (PAS) members and a traditional Chinese religious festival. Background:Terengganu is a state on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia, known for its conservative Islamic…
2025 promises to be a milestone year for Malaysia as it takes on the role of hosting the esteemed ASEAN Summit. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed strong confidence in the country’s capacity to organize a top-tier event, highlighting the critical role of strong cooperation among all parties to guarantee an exceptional experience…
