Alan Ting

Should we be concerned over growing China investments?

Should we be concerned over growing China investments?

As of Dec 31, 2015, 191 manufacturing projects with participation from China were implemented in Malaysia.

Analysts: Shafie making presence felt in Sabah through party takeover

Analysts: Shafie making presence felt in Sabah through party takeover

They say this is perceived as a short-cut for him to gain a political platform.

Chance for BN to redeem its pride in Teluk Intan?

Chance for BN to redeem its pride in Teluk Intan?

FOCUS There is a serious deficit of Chinese support there.
Will BN enter tiger's den in Bukit Gelugor?

Will BN enter tiger's den in Bukit Gelugor?

Some believe BN should reconsider contesting Karpal's seat.
Peace plan for MCA, but will delegates follow?

Peace plan for MCA, but will delegates follow?

NONEThe talk among the party inner circles is that both Dr Chua’s and Liow’s groups seem to be putting up two sets of candidates to contest.
Hung Terengganu assembly unlikely, say politicians

Hung Terengganu assembly unlikely, say politicians

Will a hung state assembly emerge with an upcoming by-election that has the possibility of splitting the 32-seat legislature down the middle?
'Panda plan not at expense of conservation programme'

'Panda plan not at expense of conservation programme'

Non-governmental organisations and opposition politicians need not create a ‘panda-monium’ over China’s loan of a pair of giant pandas to the Malaysian government.
Pollster: BN not likely to regain two-thirds majority

Pollster: BN not likely to regain two-thirds majority

BN is likely to retain the 137 seats it now holds but not enough to reach two-thirds majority, according to the Centre of Strategic Engagement.
United opposition front in Sabah still elusive

United opposition front in Sabah still elusive

Working out one-on-one contests against BN in Sabah is still a challenge for opposition parties.
'No pact to limit number of Chinese independent schools'

'No pact to limit number of Chinese independent schools'

'There was no such agreement. We would never agree to it. They (Dong Zong) created the issue to bombard MCA based on lies,' says Dr Fong Chan Onn.
PCM to vie for two parliamentary, six state seats in Penang

PCM to vie for two parliamentary, six state seats in Penang

'We will contest in Batu Kawan against the DCM and Bagan against the chief minister, says its vice-president Huan Cheng Guan.
SUPP seeks to rebuild trust as it turns 53

SUPP seeks to rebuild trust as it turns 53

Come Monday, the Sarawak United People's Party, the oldest political party in the state, will celebrate its 53rd anniversary.
Gerakan sees improved chances in Penang

Gerakan sees improved chances in Penang

NONE The appoinment of its sec-gen Teng Chang Yeow as Penang BN chief has changed the political battleground in the state.
MCA marks 63rd anniversary with renewed optimism?

MCA marks 63rd anniversary with renewed optimism?

The MCA is set to celebrate its 63rd anniversary tomorrow, with renewed optimism of regaining support from the Chinese community.
Two opposition fronts for Sabah?

Two opposition fronts for Sabah?

The effort by Jeffrey Kitingan's UBF along with SAPP, Usno and SPF, has created another opposition front - the United Borneo Alliance.
Have MCA, Gerakan done enough to retake S'gor?

Have MCA, Gerakan done enough to retake S'gor?

ANALYSIS A survey in BN indicates a significant swing by Malay and Indian voters although the Chinese are taking a 'wait-and-see' attitude.
SPDP split will have little impact on BN, say experts

SPDP split will have little impact on BN, say experts

Sylvester Entri's sacking as member of the SPDP has minimal impact on the overall BN performance in the state.
Guessing game on Koh's 'sacrifice' to end soon

Guessing game on Koh's 'sacrifice' to end soon

Insiders say Gerakan leaders are in the final phase of sorting out the details for an announcement.
Race for SUPP presidency gains momentum

Race for SUPP presidency gains momentum

NONE Peter Chin and Wong Soon Koh are preparing their supporters at the branch level prior to the central polls in December.
6 urban and 2 rural seats to watch in S'wak

6 urban and 2 rural seats to watch in S'wak

Sarawak BN is expected to meet the coalition's top leadership on Nov 1 to present a report on the state's preparation for the 13th GE.
Delegates seek answers ahead of Gerakan conference

Delegates seek answers ahead of Gerakan conference

ANALYSIS Answers for at least five pertinent questions must be made crystal clear for the party to steer its future.
Gerakan in dilemma over its president

Gerakan in dilemma over its president

NONE Party factions are unhappy with Koh Tsu Koon's leadership and ask if he's the right person to lead them into the next GE.
The battle for supremacy in SUPP

The battle for supremacy in SUPP

It is believed that current deputy secretary-general Wong Soon Koh and party treasurer-general David Teng are both eyeing the presidency.