MCA remains in denial about its subservient position in Barisan Nasional (BN), with Umno increasingly holding the upper hand in the coalition, said PKR president political secretary, Sim Tze Tzin. In a statement, Sim said the recent exchange between MCA and Umno highlighted the position of MCA, led by Wee Ka Siong, within the coalition….
Universiti Malaya (UM) student Ummi Umairah Bakhit remains firm in her criticism of public donations intended to help former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak pay his RM50 million fine, despite becoming the target of online harassment and threats. According to a report by the New Straits Times (NST) titled UM student who questioned Najib…
The latest development involving former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak, who is reportedly set to serve the remainder of his prison sentence in the SRC International case at his residence in Langgak Duta, has not only attracted the attention of his supporters but could also have significant implications for Umno’s political landscape. According to…
The return of Formula One (F1) racing to the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) after a nine-year absence is not merely about bringing the roar of F1 engines back to Malaysia — it is also expected to deliver a significant boost to the country’s economy. More significantly, the 2026 Bahrain Formula One Grand Prix at Sepang…
KUALA LUMPUR — A widely circulated social media commentary has attracted attention for urging Malaysians, particularly the Chinese community, to reassess their perception of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim after more than three years in office. The commentary argues that some Malaysians may have focused too heavily on the slow pace of reforms and…
Seven out of 14 troubled investments flagged in the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) report on Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) suffered a 100% loss in value, as the total financial impact linked to past mismanagement neared RM13 billion, the Dewan Rakyat was told. Second Finance Minister Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said the amount comprised…
Four decades after trade liberalisation became the cornerstone of the global economic order, many developing countries remain trapped in poverty, raising fundamental questions over whether the model has delivered on its promise of shared prosperity. Veteran economist Prof Dr Jomo Kwame Sundaram argues that while US President Donald Trump has blamed globalisation for America’s industrial…
Following the findings of the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) on Tabung Haji, the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has arrested the former chief executive officer (CEO) and former chief financial officer (CFO) of a company owned by a statutory body. The two are being investigated for suspected abuse of power in the acquisition of shares…
Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he wanted to elevate Negeri Sembilan’s standing and see both the state and Malaysia become examples for the region. He said although the government still faced various challenges and unresolved issues, efforts would continue to improve governance for the well-being of the people. Anwar said he would be…
Remarks by Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor during the Negeri Sembilan state election campaign have drawn criticism from across the political divide, with an academic arguing that the controversy is made more striking by Sanusi’s own family history. Phar Kim Beng, PhD, Professor of ASEAN Studies and Director of the Institute…
