BY MARTIN VENGADESAN Critics of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim have been absolutely silent over his recent deals to help supplement and secure Malaysia’s energy supply. As well they might, for why would they want to draw attention to his success in the field of economic diplomacy that will have positive implications for the…
Malaysia is exploring the possibility of conducting trade with Russia using local currencies as both countries seek to reduce reliance on the US dollar in bilateral transactions. The matter was discussed during a meeting between Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit, in…
The presence of Tiong King Sing at a Pakatan Harapan (PH) campaign event in Muar last night has attracted attention amid the heated Johor state election campaign. AMANAH Youth leadership committee member, Muammar Qaddafi said the presence of a senior Borneo political leader on the PH campaign trail in Johor sends a strong signal for…
The direction of recent political manoeuvres should be clear enough as Umno Johor has defiantly struck out alone. Umno Negeri Sembilan has followed suit, with state elections announced in both states on July 11 and Aug 1. Nevermind that both state chapters backstabbed their partners in Madani. The next part of the puzzle is that…
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim congratulated Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming India’s longest-serving elected premier. Describing the achievement as a “historic milestone”, Anwar said it reflected Modi’s years of dedicated public service and leadership in advancing India’s development, prosperity and standing on the global stage. “Heartiest congratulations to PM Modi on this…
Pas will contest the upcoming Johor state election using its own logo, according to Johor Pas commissioner Datuk Dr Mahfodz Mohamed. The move comes after the party ending its political cooperation with Bersatu. He said the party was exploring electoral cooperation with several political parties following its decision to sever ties with Bersatu, but any…
By LOKMAN ADAM For months, Pas leaders have been sending mixed signals about the future of Perikatan Nasional (PN). But recent developments suggest one thing is becoming increasingly clear. Pas is desperately trying to lock in Hamzah Zainudin while quietly distancing itself from Bersatu’s current power structure. The reason is not difficult to understand. Pas…
Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended Kaamatan and Gawai greetings to the people of Sabah and Sarawak, describing the celebrations as meaningful expressions of gratitude rooted in the traditions and heritage of the two states. In a statement, Anwar said the festivities reflect the spirit of togetherness, unity and appreciation for the blessings…
What began as a hopeful search for a missing young hiker, has ended in sorrow, as the life of Nur Izzati Humaira Azizul was found to have come to a tragic close. The search for the teenage girl, who was reported missing while hiking at Bukit Changkat Asa since last Saturday, concluded this afternoon when…
A local social media user has sparked conversation online after sharing a frustrating experience involving spilled drinks on public transport, with many Malaysians criticising the irresponsible attitude and lack of consideration shown by some commuters. Threads user hariszhizam reminded public transport passengers to be more considerate after seeing a spilled drink that caused other commuters’…
