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Putrajaya reminded of BN-Harapan promise to increase minimum wage

Putrajaya reminded of BN-Harapan promise to increase minimum wage

Pressure groups argue current govt of BN, ex-Harapan figures must fulfil 2018 pledges.

Abang Johari hopes the federal govt continues to respect S'wak rights

Abang Johari hopes the federal govt continues to respect S'wak rights

He also hopes it will remain concerned about the people's wishes.

Covid-19 pandemic worsens human rights situation in M'sia - Amnesty report

Covid-19 pandemic worsens human rights situation in M'sia - Amnesty report

Amnesty International M'sia says govt response to the pandemic exposes inequalities existing in the country.

LETTER | G25 is concerned over tabling of bills on religion

LETTER | G25 is concerned over tabling of bills on religion

Passing these bills into law will exacerbate racial and religious inequalities among the rakyat and destroy social fabric.

Don't blame S'gor govt for ECRL losses - state exco

Don't blame S'gor govt for ECRL losses - state exco

'No development project suggested by the federal government will be rejected merely because of political differences.'

ECRL postponement: Govt suffers RM1.25m losses a day - Mohd Zuki

ECRL postponement: Govt suffers RM1.25m losses a day - Mohd Zuki

MRL has given all the explanations related to ECRL, no reason for S'gor govt to delay, says the MRL chairperson.

Stop policy of making 'sudden announcements' - Harapan

Stop policy of making 'sudden announcements' - Harapan

Harapan's call comes after Education Ministry's abrupt decision to reopen schools on March 1.

COMMENT | The end of the single-party dominance era in Malaysia

COMMENT | The end of the single-party dominance era in Malaysia

Many politicians unable to accept new political normal that there is no such thing as a dominant party in govt anymore.

COMMENT | Covid-19: It’s all doom and gloom unless…

COMMENT | Covid-19: It’s all doom and gloom unless…

If we refuse to adhere to the best public health practices, we are in for a rough ride.

COMMENT | Voices of doom during the pandemic

COMMENT | Voices of doom during the pandemic

Government machinery is not only malfunctioning, it is on the verge of a complete breakdown.

MP SPEAKS | The people are suffering

MP SPEAKS | The people are suffering

'In times of crisis, people need transparency and reassurance, not what this minority government gives them.'

LETTER | New Year report card for Malaysia's politicians

LETTER | New Year report card for Malaysia's politicians

'None of the politicians demonstrated leadership qualities to unite the people...'

LETTER | Additional women representatives must make real impact

LETTER | Additional women representatives must make real impact

Progress for women in M'sia's political arena has been slow and never achieved 30 pct representation in Parliament.

Dr M says govt may fall tomorrow, urges MPs to think of nation first

Dr M says govt may fall tomorrow, urges MPs to think of nation first

Former premier says MPs should think what they can do for the country and not for themselves.

MP SPEAKS | The 'confidence' debacle

MP SPEAKS | The 'confidence' debacle

Confidence in PM Muhyiddin Yassin called into question again due to recent events and upcoming budget vote.

COMMENT | Politicking under the influence

COMMENT | Politicking under the influence

Annuar Musa claims that the recent guidelines for alcohol applications and sales have nothing to do with religion.

MP SPEAKS | What will actually happen if Budget 2021 not passed?

MP SPEAKS | What will actually happen if Budget 2021 not passed?

Traditionally, under the Westminster system, a defeat of a supply bill is equivalent to a vote of no confidence.

LETTER | Serious integrity and trust pandemic

LETTER | Serious integrity and trust pandemic

"Our world is not divided by race, colour, gender or religion. Our world is divided into wise people and fools." - Nelson Mandela.

COMMENT | Weakness is strength: Malaysia’s multi-partisan budget talks

COMMENT | Weakness is strength: Malaysia’s multi-partisan budget talks

Broader political engagement across parties provides for greater legitimacy for public spending.

LETTER | Budget 2021: Democracy in a balance

LETTER | Budget 2021: Democracy in a balance

Budget vote will determine country's direction in dealing with three crises of health, politics and the economy.

LETTER | Malaysia – the epicentre of a most malicious 'bug'

LETTER | Malaysia – the epicentre of a most malicious 'bug'

Good news is that this bug only infects those who are egocentric, delusional and self-righteous. Bad news, they are our 'leaders'.

S'gor sultan calls on politicians to unite, support govt's efforts in Covid-19 fight

S'gor sultan calls on politicians to unite, support govt's efforts in Covid-19 fight

Politicians should also unite, strive to find best solution to ensure people continue to live in peace and harmony, says the sultan.

MP SPEAKS | Unstable, weak, confused PN govt a poor model for Sabah

MP SPEAKS | Unstable, weak, confused PN govt a poor model for Sabah

PM Muhyiddin's proposed GRS also failed to agree on a common candidate for the CM post.

Sabah open to cooperating with federal govt - Shafie

Sabah open to cooperating with federal govt - Shafie

CM says he has informed the premier of this as it is important to work together for country's development.