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COMMENT | When politicians fail, we can only turn to the king

COMMENT | When politicians fail, we can only turn to the king

Let's appeal to our monarch to continue to do the right thing for the country.

King expresses concern over spike in Covid-19 cases

King expresses concern over spike in Covid-19 cases

The Agong urges the public not to let their guard down but comply strictly with the SOPs.

YOURSAY | Public fury over emergency only from Malays?

YOURSAY | Public fury over emergency only from Malays?

'I am tickled that Mahathir is using an analogy that is race-slanted to mask his own agenda.'

Agong grants audience to opposition's committee to end emergency

Agong grants audience to opposition's committee to end emergency

Istana Negara sends letter to Shah Alam MP Khalid Samad stating that the king has agreed to meet the committee.

COMMENT | Humble request for king to not dissolve Parliament before 2023

COMMENT | Humble request for king to not dissolve Parliament before 2023

It is hoped that the rakyat will not be put in a situation to go to the polls before 2023 due to Covid-19.

BN: Zahid’s statement calling for Parliament sitting a 'mistake'

BN: Zahid’s statement calling for Parliament sitting a 'mistake'

BN appears to backrack from its call after coalition partners say they never agreed to appeal to the Agong.

Cops to probe Aziz Bari over his comment on king

Cops to probe Aziz Bari over his comment on king

Aziz Bari says the comment on the proclamation of emergency was made during Facebook live session.

Dr M 'satisfied' with Thomas but wanted him out due to 'bashing'

Dr M 'satisfied' with Thomas but wanted him out due to 'bashing'

UPDATED 7.30PM | The former premier did not plan to renew Thomas' term as attorney general.

PKR MP schools cops on Anwar's 'emergency' stand, wants probe dropped

PKR MP schools cops on Anwar's 'emergency' stand, wants probe dropped

Nik Nazmi says lawsuit is against govt, not monarchy.

Dr M takes veiled swipe at MPs afraid to voice objections to emergency

Dr M takes veiled swipe at MPs afraid to voice objections to emergency

Ex-premier says they are in fear of expressing their opinions.

YOURSAY | In fight against Covid, all must set politics aside, not just one side

YOURSAY | In fight against Covid, all must set politics aside, not just one side

‘Let us not play politics and cause more damage, please.’
Pejuang confirms appeal against emergency submitted to Agong

Pejuang confirms appeal against emergency submitted to Agong

Party pro-tem deputy president says the letter was submitted to the palace yesterday evening.

Agong: Set politics aside, support our frontliners

Agong: Set politics aside, support our frontliners

The king says these are heroes who put their lives on the line in the battle against the pandemic.
Appeal to Agong: Pejuang to submit soon, 'none' from Umno

Appeal to Agong: Pejuang to submit soon, 'none' from Umno

Pejuang will send its letter by tomorrow to beseech His Majesty to withdraw the state of emergency.

LETTER | Will the special committee be truly independent?

LETTER | Will the special committee be truly independent?

More information needed on the set-up of the independent committee.

Substantial powers under emergency, questions remain

Substantial powers under emergency, questions remain

No timeframe for when powers will cease, no specifics over composition of independent committee.
King consents to emergency declaration, to be in force until Aug 1

King consents to emergency declaration, to be in force until Aug 1

BREAKING NEWS | The Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan decides this after an audience for PM Muhyiddin Yassin.

Agong can declare an emergency to postpone Gerik by-election

Agong can declare an emergency to postpone Gerik by-election

The govt or the authorities need to present a solid reason for the Agong to make the declaration, says academician Shamrahayu Abd Aziz.

Feb 16 to hear bids to intervene in suit on Agong's emergency decision

Feb 16 to hear bids to intervene in suit on Agong's emergency decision

The same day has also been fixed for case management of the originating summons.

Umany apologises, retracts article on king's role

Umany apologises, retracts article on king's role

'We would like to apologise for our lack of a thorough understanding of the Constitution.'

Umany ex-president to be charged tomorrow

Umany ex-president to be charged tomorrow

Wong Yang Kee will be charged under section 188 of the Penal Code.

YOURSAY | Agong’s Budget advice is for all leaders, not just opposition

YOURSAY | Agong’s Budget advice is for all leaders, not just opposition

'Thus, the opposition’s request to discuss the Budget prior to its tabling is fair and appropriate.’
Kit Siang: So much politicking in PN ranks - is Agong's advice falling on deaf ears?

Kit Siang: So much politicking in PN ranks - is Agong's advice falling on deaf ears?

The veteran politician says that since the Rulers' meeting, Muhyiddin govt is fully focused on politics.

LETTER | No emergency: A good government must account for misdeeds

LETTER | No emergency: A good government must account for misdeeds

'We thank our beloved and wise rulers and the King for not yielding to dubious political agendas.'