Archive - 20 August 2007

Otherwise, state intervention verged on the predatory, extracting resources and providing nothing much of a value in return, says vocal prince Raja Nazrin.

The PKFZ fiasco has caused the authorities to double their efforts to secure foreign investments from Dubai in the Iskandar Development Region.

GMI says strict conditions under Restricted Residence Act would only delay the process of former ISA detainees returning to normal life and be accepted by the society.

The multimedia commission has completed questioning the PKR information chief over a fake photograph on his blog site.

They want the Companies Commission to get the MIC-linked company to change the date and venue of its annual general meeting.

The merger of Kumpulan Guthrie Berhad, Golden Hope Berhad and Sime Darby into a single company will certainly be one of the ruling government's biggest mistakes.

The 'appoint bumiputera firms only' directive smacks of racism and does not bode well for unity in the country, says an opposition MP.

Given that only seven to 10 percent of the country's 10 million workers are unionised, the new laws will have far-reaching effects on workers' right to freedom of expression.

Ng Chee Pang, the greenhorn who made his appearance as an independent candidate at the Batu Talam by-election is now a top ranking person in the PAS Chinese supporters' club.

updated version The multimedia regulatory body is investigating student Wee Meng Chee over the controversial video he posted on YouTube.

The Malay-language daily, which is being sued by the Sarawak chief minister, said it did not intend to imply that he was involved in a timber shipment scandal.

The government confers commendation medals for the two dogs in recognition of their outstanding work in stemming piracy.

The Rulers have made their presence felt in Malaysia's governance, giving the King the opportunity to intervene in matters of public interest.

Most of the major newspapers lead with Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi's comments at the MCA annual general assembly yesterday.

free His distinctive voice may no longer be heard over the air waves but Patrick Teoh continues to be the 'voice' of the people as an active blogger, thespian and writer.

Southeast Asian lawmakers today said Asean must pursue diplomatic efforts to push economic giants China and India to help realise political reforms in Burma.

The former premier was discharged from the National Heart Institute following a routine heart check up, says his personal aide.