Local politics and Malaysia’s global stand
Make GE16 about Anwar's unique ability to grow Malaysia into a leading middle power globally, not about hog manure, says the writer.
The big question for 2026
This year, can we put some of our energy, if not all, into doing things more intelligently, more wisely and more compassionately, asks the writer.
A lion in winter
With the old world order fading faster than a new one is emerging, noisy claims and controversies fill the spaces in between.
Keeping cool in a disordered world
While the US president continues wreaking havoc on the world order, Malaysia needs to stick to the independent and pragmatic foreign policy that has served us well for decades.
A common ground for a united nation
Being a Malaysian means being able to speak the national language, understand the country's history and embrace its diversity. That is what nationhood is about.
It’s all about the image
The right branding can create engaging stories that win loyal brand fans. And it works in politics, too. Substance and policies? Who needs those?
Early enrolment could work if system is ready
THE latest National Education Blueprint (2026-2035) plans to get Malaysian children into Year One by age six instead of the current age of seven in 2027, subject to parental and student readiness.
Bogeyman vs punching bag
The hero of one party is often the villain of the other for Umno and DAP.
Beyond GDP: Why the People’s Economy matters
FROM TENGKU DATUK SERI ZAFRUL ABDUL AZIZ Chairman Malaysian Investment Development Authority (Mida) The writer was Investment, Trade and Industry minister from 2022 to 2025
It pays to reward our athletes better
THE National Sports Council (NSC) have upgraded their incentive scheme (Shakam) by introducing new categories and revising rewards for achievements on the international stage.
Hajiji must deliver amid political fragility
Sabahans demanding fast solutions to utility, infrastructure woes.
