Doubt over Kon Yeow’s successor in Penang
THE decision by Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow to withdraw from the state DAP election race leaves us with the burning question: Who could replace him?
(The Vibes) - Chow led the party for…
Kon Yeow dismisses ‘lame duck’ tag, says not being Penang DAP chair doesn’t mean he can’t be its chief minister
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow today said he will continue to lead the state government, dismissing insinuations that he will be forced to step down from the post if he no longer heads the…
MACC: Probe into YTL’s 1BestariNet tender based on recent JKSTUPKK, PAC findings
The investigation into YTL Communications Sdn Bhd (YTL) over the 1BestariNet tender is based on recent findings from the Governance, Procurement and Finance Investigation Committee (JKSTUPKK) and…
PBM has nothing to offer GRS, says analyst
With no machinery in Sabah, and chapters in other states, PBM appears more like a national party than a local party.
(FMT) - Parti Bangsa Malaysia chief Larry Sng is likely to face rejection as…
As talks with Sarawak stall, Petronas reportedly mulls legal action as state pushes for greater control over oil and gas
Malaysia’s national oil corporation, Petronas, is contemplating a court injunction to defend its monopoly on the country’s natural resources amidst escalating demands from Sarawak for increased…
Siti Kasim to JAKIM: Stop playing God; let Muslims deal with what happens in the afterworld themselves
AFTER DAP vice-chairman Teresa Kok was threatened with a police report for 3R breaches by opposing the Malaysian Islamic Development Department’s (JAKIM) mulling of mandatory halal certification…
Survey finds most youth prefer a multiracial coalition
Malaysian youths are more inclined towards a coalition of parties representing all races where everyone has an equal say, a survey has indicated.
(NST) - The 2024 National Youth Survey…
Muhyiddin’s public image takes a hit on account of the 1BestariNet revelation
One week is a long time in politics indeed.
Nehru Sathiamoorthy
Just last week Muhyiddin stood tall in the court of public opinion, by refusing to recant the truth, even when faced with…
PKR man’s praise for Ismail Sabri a dig at Anwar, says analyst
However, Azmi Hassan says the political scenario during Ismail Sabri Yaakob’s time as prime minister was different.
(FMT) - A political analyst has described PKR MP Hassan Karim’s praise for…
Muhyiddin expected to retain Bersatu presidency despite problems, say analysts
Mazlan Ali says there does not appear to be any likely successor for now, while Azmi Hassan notes that many view Muhyiddin Yassin’s sedition charge as being politically motivated.
(FMT) -…
Selangor Urimai duo arrested by cops over TikTok video
Urimai chairman P Ramasamy criticised the arrests, taking aim at the Selangor government for being unable to tolerate criticism.
(FMT) - The pair had purportedly criticised two programmes by…
Unrealistic for Sarawak to play leading role in national politics, say analysts
James Chin says the Malay establishment in the peninsula is unlikely to accept a Sarawakian for the top post, while Jayum Jawan says Sarawak lacks the political power to lead at the federal level.…
A new alignment in diplomatic and strategic relations with Russia
BRICS is the secret to closer and more significant ties between Putrajaya and Moscow.
(FMT) - The dates Sept 4 and 5 are important to Malaysia as they signal an appropriate foreign policy approach…
Diplomatic Blunder Or Misunderstanding? The Controversy Surrounding PN’s Meeting with New Zealand PM
A recent meeting between opposition leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has sparked a heated debate, with allegations of a diplomatic faux pas by PN.…
Chow bowing out of state party polls to save face, say analysts
James Chin of the University of Tasmania says the chief minister’s decision not to defend his state chairman’s post prevents a major embarrassment and protects his reputation.
(FMT) - Political…
Who’s to blame for turbulence in Malaysia Airlines?
Why do we have multiple layers of management—Khazanah, MAG, MH, Firefly, MasWings, and Amal?
Rosli Khan, FMT
Some hard questions must be asked of Khazanah, the Malaysian Airlines Group…
South China Sea exploration to continue despite Beijing’s protests, says PM
Anwar Ibrahim says such activities are within Malaysia’s territory and not meant to be hostile towards China.
(FMT) - Malaysian prime minister Anwar Ibrahim today said the country would not…
MACC raids YTL Communications in probe on 1BestariNet project
Graft busters also raid a government office in its probe on the controversial project initiated in 2011 by the then education minister Muhyiddin Yassin.
(FMT) - The Malaysian Anti-Corruption…
Anwar claims previous govt’s non-transparent decisions let cronies destroy companies, including Malaysia Airlines
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim claimed that the 'non-transparent decisions' made by the previous administration had given opportunities for several cronies to destroy companies,…
Terms in draft MoU aim to strengthen political stability, says Fadillah
The memorandum of understanding (MoU) on allocation for the opposition was drafted with the aim of fostering harmony and political stability, thereby limiting any calls to overthrow the current…
PN to field candidate from Bersatu in Mahkota
Perikatan Nasional will field a candidate from Bersatu for the Mahkota by-election.
(NST) - Pas secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan said PN Mahkota by-election director Datuk Seri…
Chow declines nomination for state DAP chairmanship
This means he will not defend the state DAP chairmanship, a post typically held by the Penang chief minister.
(FMT) - Penang DAP chairman Chow Kon Yeow will not contest the state party…
Rewarding mediocrity recipe for poor outcomes
The team that went to Doha was “international“ - 14 members of the 23-member squad were foreigners whose citizenship was fast-tracked and the formalities dispensed with. Now, each is going to…
We never made financial commitment to co-host 2027 SEA Games, says Sabah
The state’s finance minister, Masidi Manjun, says there are not enough sports facilities for the regional event.
(FMT) - The Sabah government has sought to clarify that it has yet to make any…
Commentary: Sabah and Sarawak are proving to be a political headache for Anwar
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim seems to have solid support from East Malaysia, but he has to deliver on his promises, says Asian Studies professor James Chin.
(CNA) - With mere months to go…
The Waning of Malaysia’s Green Wave? Too Early to Call
The Green Wave in Malaysia might have subsided somewhat but it is still alive.
Syaza Shukri, Fulcrum
The result of the most recent by-election in Malaysia was unexpected for most. Barisan…
‘If PN states switch to BN, what happens to SG4 company?’ Puad asks PN
Umno Supreme Council member Datuk Seri Dr Puad Zarkashi has criticised the decision to establish SG4 Group Sdn Bhd, a new jointly-owned company by the four Perikatan Nasional-led state…
Sabah govt unaware of plans to co-host 2027 SEA Games
State finance minister expresses surprise.
(The Vibes) - THE Sabah government is in the dark about talks suggesting the state will co-host the 2027 SEA Games.
State Finance Minister Datuk…
Political differences are fine, defamation is not, says Kit Siang in court over Chin Peng, Kuan Yew claims
He said he took offence to the insinuation by Kepala Batas MP Siti Mastura Muhammad that he has similar ideologies with the late Communist Party of Malaya leader, Chin Peng, aside from her…
Hadi to SAPP: PN will decide on Sabah polls, not you
The next Sabah election is likely to be held next year, but tension is already brewing among component parties in Perikatan Nasional over the contest for the state polls.
(NST) - This comes…