THE recent spate of investigations – and demands for others – into the campaign spending of political parties and the wealth of individual politicians once again highlights the importance of political finance reform.

Chinese New Year gatherings return to pre-Covid-19 levels and conversation on politics is almost always on the table.

The birthday of a state’s Ruler is celebrated by the rakyat too but for family members, it is an opportunity to rejoice in the individual’s achievements and goals.

TRAVEL was a constant refrain this year, with a stream of international events compensating for the lack of travel in 2020 and 2021.

THE appointment of ministers and deputy ministers exposed divisions among supporters of both sides.

It is important to prioritise reforms that will cleanse our body politic of corruption alongside racial and religious hatred.

“A LACK of enthusiasm and an air of unpredictability,” I was going to write, but the final stretch of campaigning ahead of our 15th General Election (GE15) has accelerated precipitously.

All institutions need to take heed of what the Federal Constitution asks them to do and the rakyat must know why our institutions exist and what their functions are.

MY graduation ceremony – when I received my Bachelor’s degree from the London School of Economics and Political Science – was a simple affair in the Peacock Theatre, where the bigger lectures were held.

TRAVEL throughout September saw aspects of leadership being repeated­ly contemplated.

The polemic over condolences for the passing of Queen Elizabeth II is expected but that is no reason to violate diplomatic protocol where paying respects are due.

AFTER a rehearsal of some Broadway musical numbers a couple of weeks ago (my aunt persuaded me to observe her new choir), the singers on a whim decided to sing our national anthem before dispersing.