IN my last article I highlighted the multi-racial composition of the Negri Sembilan football team, arguing that state affinities can help, rather than hinder, loyalty to Malaysia more broadly.

Our patriotism and duties as a citizen can perfectly co-exist with different identities – whether that is defined by ethnicity, state, profession or even musical taste.

THE institution of Parliament has rarely been so prominent in the public consciousness as it has been now for the past few months. Since the proclamation of a state of emergency, and more so since its expiry, politicians, lawyers, think tankers, pundits and netizens have referred to Parliament as a vital body in moving our country forward.

As desperation grows with the Taliban in power in Afghanistan, over in Malaysia a new leader is in place facing different kinds of challenges to build a Malaysian Family.