Xavier Tan The Visit Malaysia Year 2026 campaign was launched with much fanfare over a week ago at Melaka – one of the states which has enjoyed a resurgence in tourism. It was so crammed in tiny streets of the state that some key tourism officials could not attend the event because there was simply…
BY: HOWARD LEE CHUAN HOW As a Member of Parliament, an Executive Board Member of Invest Perak, and someone with over two decades of experience in the food, beverage, and hospitality industry, I feel compelled to speak up amidst the recent controversy surrounding the Global Travel Meet gala dinner. The allegation that alcoholic drinks were…
Malaysia’s Budget 2026 is not just another fiscal blueprint, it is a statement of intent at a time when the nation faces economic strain, political uncertainty, and rising public expectations. As the first budget under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), it must walk a tightrope, providing relief to households, proving the government’s commitment to reform,…
Dr PT THOMAS In an age where rising healthcare costs are a pressing concern, generic medicines represent one of the most powerful tools we have for ensuring affordable access to treatment. Yet, despite their proven effectiveness, questions and doubts still surround them. What Are Generic Medicines? Generic medicines are not second-rate versions of original or…
BY: DR CHEE SEOK CHIONG, DR NEOH SIEW HONG, DR LIM YIN SEAR Every parent dreams of seeing their child grow up healthy, strong, and thriving. The first 1,000 days of life, from conception to a child’s second birthday, lay the foundation for growth and development. However, supporting children’s health must go beyond this critical window….
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has been called upon to request a stay of execution for Pannir Selvam Pranthaman who has been on death row in Singapore since May 2017. The call was made by 12 backbencher MPs from PKR in light of new police reports about two senior members of a drug…
A News Veteran AS we mark the 62rd Malaysia Day celebrations – we should also take a moment to reflect on the strength of our local media industry. After all, they are the ones who would delivering reminders of how we have progressed or perhaps digressed as a sovereign nation since 1963. Yes, there is…
LIEW CHIN TONG The recent protests in Indonesia expose a serious socioeconomic root cause: millions of people work in the informal sector, especially as gig workers, and face low wages as well as the lack of opportunity in the formal sector. And a day before a young Gojek rider Affan Kurniawan was killed during one…
BY: NURUL RASHIDAH MOHAMED ROSELI One of the biggest blessings of being a Malaysian is the long weekends throughout the year. Students and educators alike look forward to the quarterly holidays to rest, recharge and explore. For some, it is an opportunity to return to their hometowns and make up for lost time in the…
BY: V GANABATIRAU The Madani Government has outlined a vision of compassion, inclusivity and fairness for all Malaysians. As a Member of Parliament, I support this vision. But I also carry the responsibility of asking: how much of these benefits have actually reached the grassroots Indian community? The 2025 Budget is filled with promising initiatives….
