Malaysia

As Malaysia heads into local state polls, P.Ramasamy has stepped down from Democratic Action Party (DAP) to function in a larger political environment without the constraints of being a member of a political party or organization.  The former Penang deputy chief minister said he had no choice but resign. Ramasamy wants to take a firm decision to chart his political …

As Terengganu residents get ready to cast their votes on Saturday, August 12, the influence of the youth vote is being highlighted. Political parties are aware of the relevance of this dynamic demographic in the approaching election, given that more than half of the population in the state is under 40. This article explores the crucial role that young voters …

Following four days of medical checks, former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad was discharged from the National Heart Institute in Kuala Lumpur on Friday, a source close to the 98-year-old former premier told AFP on condition of anonymity. Mahathir is counted among Malaysia’s most dominant political figures, having led the country for a total of 24 years. He has served …

Malaysia’s political landscape has been rocked by a highly controversial meeting between Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and the contentious preacher, Abdul Somad Batubara who also met the royal family and other politicians.  The July encounter drew scrutiny as the Indonesian Islamic scholar has drawn criticism for his blasphemous rhetoric about the Christian cross and alleged links to extremist groups. It …

By exploring the creation of a legislative framework, the Malaysian government is taking a proactive stance to address the ethical concerns of artificial intelligence (AI). Fahmi Fadzil, Minister of Communications and Digital, emphasised the significance of comprehending the difficulties presented by AI and integrating specialists from government organisations and the industry in developing the framework. This action is in reaction …

It will be a multi-racial contest for Subang Jaya in Selangor in the upcoming state polls, with its candidates representing Malaysia’s three different main ethnicities. Michelle Ng Mei Sze, a Member of the Selangor State Legislative Assembly for Subang Jaya from Pakatan Harapan-DAP (Democratic Action Party), Gana Pragasam Sebastian from Perikatan Nasional-Bersatu, and Zayd Shaukat Ali from Malaysian United Democratic …

Hong Kong CEO John Lee has embarked on a visit to Malaysia, his first visit to the country since taking reins as the fifth chief executive in 2022, to strengthen ties between the two states. He will call on Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and discuss bilateral cooperation with top officials.  The Malaysian Foreign Ministry (Wisma Putra) confirmed that …

The Dewan Rakyat, the lower chamber of Malaysia’s Parliament, formally informed the Election Commission (EC) on July 25, 2023, that the P161 Pulai Parliamentary seat in Johor was vacant. The vacancy developed due to Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub, the incumbent Member of Parliament (MP), passing away suddenly. It is necessary to fill the vacancy in accordance with the Federal Constitution …

The Prime Minister of Malaysia, Datuk Seri Anwar bin Ibrahim, has said that voters in the upcoming six state elections can reject those politicians who are cruel to the people.  Malaysia’s Prime Minister said, “If I betray the people, reject me. If I do not take care of the Malaysians, reject me. If I take the people’s money, take the …

The search operation for four fishermen and a disabled Penan man who went missing after their longboat capsized in Sungai Tutoh, Apoh Baram off Miri waters on Wednesday is continuing. A helicopter has been deployed for the search and rescue operation, which involves the Miri Civil Defense Force (APM), Marine Police, Bomba and the Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA).  Two missing …