With his announcement of a raft of reforms, the Prime Minister has seized the narrative initiative for the new year. Now, critics have little to complain about and coalition partners have a direction to follow.

The Perikatan Nasional chief's decision to quit has rocked the coalition, and a PAS move to take over the leadership is only likely to alienate both non-Malays and urban Malays.

There have been many high points this year, and some disappointments. The best achievement, though, has been stability – and that should bring tangible reforms next year.

The media and various groups have been pulling in opposite directions over UEC recognition, with the Prime Minister caught in the middle. What we need is a common approach and common sense to raise Malaysian education standards.

The Sultan of Selangor knows all about state rights and how important they are. But His Royal Highness is also right when he says the country must come first for all state leaders.

While sentiments in Sabah are not the same as in the peninsula, the perceived slow pace of reforms remains a sore point. 2026 is the year the Prime Minister has to deliver on the promises.

There may be a couple of storms in a teacup, but millions of visitors from China and India are bolstering the Malaysian economy. They should be made to feel welcome, not disliked.

The Kedah government's bid to claim Penang looks more like a political stunt. It should be worrying about what to do to improve its own state.

Fake content and scam advertisements are a bane on social media. But it gets worse when platform owners actively allow such content just to make millions.

The nation is finding itself in a position of international respect and pride, and it's thanks to a prime minister who has managed to overcome political turbulence and economic uncertainty.

The question of alcohol served on airlines is a moot one. High-fliers paying top-dollar expect it and Malaysia Airlines cannot afford not to provide the service – not when the competition is stiff as others step up.

Schools are in the news these days, with incidences of bullying, sexual acts and even a murder. But little is being said about the pressures teachers face in the modern education system.