Yap Mun Ching and Steven Gan

Expect Malay special rights to erode further

Expect Malay special rights to erode further

Although government leaders are well aware that the forces of globalisation will eventually bring an end to Malay special privileges, only a few are ready to spread the message. Former deputy premier Musa Hitam says it is time for others leaders to share the burden.
Q&A: Malays must be ready for globalisation, says ex-DPM

Q&A: Malays must be ready for globalisation, says ex-DPM

In the final part of his interview with malaysiakini , Musa Hitam speaks on the success of the NEP in creating a Malay middle-class. But in the same reflective tone, he also recounts the circumstances which led to the failure in garnering greater political freedom for Malaysians.
Q&A: Musa on corruption, politics and leadership styles

Q&A: Musa on corruption, politics and leadership styles

As speculation builds over the date of the next general election, former deputy premier and deputy Umno president Musa Hitam reflects on the state of the government and politics.
Musa Hitam: Umno to gain in polls with softer leader

Musa Hitam: Umno to gain in polls with softer leader

Political pundits have been quick to point out that the next general election will be Abdullah Ahmad Badawi's baptism of fire as prime minister. But former deputy premier Musa Hitam takes the view that Umno will benefit from a 'gentler' Abdullah.
Q&A: Pak Lah needs a back-up team

Q&A: Pak Lah needs a back-up team

Former deputy premier Musa Hitam shares his views on the Big Three in Malaysian politics - the prime minister, his deputy and Umno.
Retirement will not silence Mahathir, says former deputy

Retirement will not silence Mahathir, says former deputy

Don't expect Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad to fade into obscurity when he quits in two months' time, says veteran Umno leader Musa Hitam. The new PM will have to live with Mahathir's prominent public presence.