Mahathir Mohd Rais

Not every allegation deserves a minister’s time. But every response carries a cost.

Crisis-era borrowing differs from today's push for sustainability and reform.

Once an alternative to state authority is entrenched, government authority erodes.

Shared commitment to live with restraint, respect and humanity the way to go.

Why demand for RCI when there is already an ongoing probe?

Volatility abroad does not inevitably mean instability at home.

Understanding it is the first step toward navigating it successfully.

Many admire Malaysia for its social stability, cultural richness.

Leadership means knowing when to build and when to hold back.

It is a stable presence despite the scandals shaking the military top brass.

Recent revelations of graft in upper echelons of enforcement agencies worrying.

Geopolitical tensions, aggressive trade signals from Washington rattled markets.

Due diligence must replace deference.

Malaysia's currency surges as investors favour stability and policy credibility.

From Venezuela to Iran and Cuba, ordinary people bear cost of power struggles.

A full and formal handover of duties is more appropriate.

Measure success by nutrition and access, not output alone.

Turning manufacturing into durable growth rather than scattered projects.

When identity is used as a tool, the rakyat pay the price.

If appointment is essential, then clarity is owed to the public.

Moral posturing carries little meaning without robust oversight.

Many small businesses, low-income earners rely on diesel-fueled vehicles to survive.

If Sabahans were truly angry with Harapan, GRS would have been punished.

Sabah needs strong federal government support to address a multitude of issues.