Politics
- Can Anwar Government Hang On In Malaysia? – Analysiswww.eurasiareview.com Can Anwar Government Hang On In Malaysia? – Analysis
By Zachary Abuza Malaysia’s Pakatan Harapan government has always been precarious. And it may face a reckoning when six Malay-majority states go to the polls on Aug. 12. Prime Minister Anwar …
- PAS apologises to Dominic Lau: You should be greeted as a guest according to Islamic morals, principles - Focus Malaysiafocusmalaysia.my PAS apologises to Dominic Lau: You should be greeted as a guest according to Islamic morals, principles - Focus Malaysia
Not condoning the incident that has befallen Gerakan president Datuk Dr Dominic Lau, PAS has apologised to the leader of its non-Malay/Muslim ally in the Perikatan Nasional (PN) coalition as the former’s presence “should be accepted and appreciated as a guest based on Islamic morals and principles”.
- [AMA Announcement] Jamaliah Jamaluddin, PH candidate for DUN Bandar Utama, 12 pm, 8 August 2023
The AMA will be on Reddit, do join in there for a day if you want to participate.
- Why Malaysia’s Government Had to Prosecute Muhammad Sanusi for Seditionthediplomat.com Why Malaysia’s Government Had to Prosecute Muhammad Sanusi for Sedition
For years, the caretaker chief minister of Kedah state and his party have whipped up Malay grievances that threaten to undermine the country’s ethnic and social cohesion.
- As election fatigue sets in, parties and candidates fret voters will sit out August 12 state pollswww.malaymail.com As election fatigue sets in, parties and candidates fret voters will sit out August 12 state polls
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 2 — As the state elections draw ever closer, signs of election fatigue among voters are apparent, with many admitting to not bothering to check their stream...
- Bridget's Kerusi Panas episode 2: Gua Musang
This episode looks at the three battle ground seats in the heart of the country, in the remote but more connected area of Gua Musang. All three seats are highly competitive, with UMNO having its best chance in Kelantan and PN in Paloh
- In Malaysia’s East Coast states, PAS expected to see a strong showing in upcoming electionswww.channelnewsasia.com In Malaysia’s East Coast states, PAS expected to see a strong showing in upcoming elections
During the 15th general elections, PAS won all 23 parliamentary seats contested in the states of Kelantan and Terengganu.
- Zahid brushes off accusations of ‘normalising corruption’
PETALING JAYA: Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has brushed off accusations he was”normalising corruption” after allocating funds to the youths in Terengganu before urging attendees to vote for Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Harapan.
- Netizens remind Tun M of his Kerala blood, ancestry as he steps up his race propaganda antefocusmalaysia.my Netizens remind Tun M of his Kerala blood, ancestry as he steps up his race propaganda ante
Six words are all that netizen Prakash Kumar needed to counter former twice premier-cum-Proklamasi Melayu chief advocate Tun Dr Mahatnir Mohamad who most recently claimed that migrants who wish to continue their linkage with their countries of origin “cannot claim ownership of this country”.
- Split emerges in PN as PAS boycotts Dominic Lau’s candidature in Bayan Lepasfocusmalaysia.my Split emerges in PN as PAS boycotts Dominic Lau’s candidature in Bayan Lepas
Concerns arise regarding a potential split within Perikatan Nasional (PN) that could influence voting patterns in Penang, where PAS is contesting for 10 seats.
- Muda drops out of Repah race
SEREMBAN: Muda’s proposed candidate for Repah in the Negeri Sembilan state election has decided not to stand for personal reasons, the party said.
- Will Malaysian unity government’s efforts to tackle unemployment, inflation be enough to woo voters in upcoming state elections?www.channelnewsasia.com Will Malaysian unity government’s efforts to tackle unemployment, inflation be enough to woo voters in upcoming state elections?
The unity government led by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is touting its efforts to improve the Malaysian economy since taking office, while the opposition are focusing on the rising costs hurting the public.
- Expectations for the Upcoming Six-State Elections in Malaysia - Australian Institute of International Affairswww.internationalaffairs.org.au Expectations for the Upcoming Six-State Elections in Malaysia - Australian Institute of International Affairs
The energized voting base of Malaysia's many political parties demonstrates a growing sophistication among voters of the needs of the country. Major voting issues include the state of the economy, job scarcity, and government corruption.
- Perikatan names Azmin, Noh Omar’s daughter, reformed gangster for Selangor pollswww.malaymail.com Perikatan names Azmin, Noh Omar’s daughter, reformed gangster for Selangor polls
PETALING JAYA, July 26 — Perikatan Nasional (PN) tonight named Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali as a candidate for the Selangor state election next month, along with several other...
- Penang DAP drops five state excos as part of revitalisation effortstheedgemalaysia.com Penang DAP drops five state excos as part of revitalisation efforts
Penang DAP Pulau Pinang has dropped five executive state councillors (excos) from its list of candidates in the upcoming state polls in an effort to revitalise the party and maintain its relevance.
- Amid looming state polls, residents’ group wants a more committed response from Selangor MBfocusmalaysia.my Amid looming state polls, residents’ group wants a more committed response from Selangor MB
Despite the Selangor state government giving its assurance that the Petaling Jaya Dispersal Link (PJD Link) project is subject to conditions for approval pending on their evaluation, four residents of Petaling Jaya and Kinrara have filed for Judicial Review of the controversial project.
>DESPITE the Selangor state government giving its assurance that the Petaling Jaya Dispersal Link (PJD Link) project is subject to conditions for approval pending on their evaluation, four residents of Petaling Jaya and Kinrara have filed for Judicial Review of the controversial project.
>Caretaker Selangor menteri besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shaari had told business radio station BFM that if the proposed highway turns out to be similar to the scrapped Kinrara-Damansara Expressway (KIDEX) project, then it will not be approved by the Selangor State government.
>The four plaintiffs are residents from Petaling Jaya and Kinrara whose actions are coordinated by a residents’ group known as Persatuan Petaling Jaya Lestari which has engaged a lawyer to file the judicial review as they are unconvinced with Amirudin’s answer which hinges on the big “IF”.
>The residents’ group wants a commitment from both the Works Ministry and the Selangor State Government that the project would not proceed as they claim that it would affect local businesses and result in environmental degradation.
Stuck this here instead of News because apparently this is being positioned as an election issue. (apparently got petition but only seen on the flyer pic, so, RIP accessibility. Anyway: saynotopjdlink.org )
- DAP fields 15 candidates in Selangor, six new faceswww.malaymail.com DAP fields 15 candidates in Selangor, six new faces
KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 — DAP will field 15 candidates for the Selangor state election with six of them being new faces who will replace incumbents, the party announced this...
- Will DAP keep renewal pledge with fresh faces in Penang polls? – Ian McIntyrewww.thevibes.com Will DAP keep renewal pledge with fresh faces in Penang polls? – Ian McIntyre
All eyes on younger candidates’ ability to weather plethora of challenges ahead
- Selangor election: Jais says political party activities banned from all mosques, suraus in statewww.malaymail.com Selangor election: Jais says political party activities banned from all mosques, suraus in state
SHAH ALAM, July 22 — The Selangor Islamic Religious Department (Jais) has directed all mosque and surau administrators in the state to ban any form of political activities or...
- Environmental activist Abe Lim is Muda’s candidate for Bandar Utama
PETALING JAYA: Muda will be fielding UK-trained lawyer and climate change advocate Abe Lim in the urban Bandar Utama seat in Selangor, which was won by Pakatan Harapan (PH) with a thumping majority in the last state election.
- BN to contest 108 seats in 6 states
KUALA LUMPUR: Barisan Nasional will field 108 candidates in the coming six state elections on Aug 12.
The coalition’s chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said 63% of the candidates will be fresh faces.
- Trial: Ex-company official can’t verify if bribes went to Guan Engwww.malaymail.com Trial: Ex-company official can’t verify if bribes went to Guan Eng
KUALA LUMPUR, July 20 — A former company vice-president who was tasked with withdrawing money from the firm’s accounts told the Sessions Court today that he did not know if...
- Muda unveils manifesto ahead of state polls, calling for among others to strip MB of ultimate powerwww.malaymail.com Muda unveils manifesto ahead of state polls, calling for among others to strip MB of ultimate power
PETALING JAYA, July 20 — The Malaysian United Democratic Alliance party (Muda) unveiled today a bold manifesto that among others called for the trimming of executive powers from...
PETALING JAYA, July 20 — The Malaysian United Democratic Alliance party (Muda) unveiled today a bold manifesto that among others called for the trimming of executive powers from the hands of the menteris besar and the executive councillors, likely a criticism of the way states are currently governed even by political parties that claim to fight for progressive politics.
- A look at how Beijing influences Chinese media, diaspora in Malaysiawww.rfa.org A look at how Beijing influences Chinese media, diaspora in Malaysia
Subtle coercion through embassy keep Malaysian Chinese press mostly pro-Beijing, Asia Fact Check Lab found.
- (Part 2) GE15: Was the ‘Green Wave’ powered by young voters? | Kini News Lab | Malaysiakininewslab.malaysiakini.com GE15: Was the ‘Green Wave’ powered by young voters? | Kini News Lab | Malaysiakini
Malaysians are split on generational lines when it comes to voting, GE15 scoresheet data shows.
- EC: Voting day for Kuala Terengganu by-election also on August 12www.malaymail.com EC: Voting day for Kuala Terengganu by-election also on August 12
PUTRAJAYA, July 18 ― Kuala Terengganu voters will elect a new federal representative in a by-election that will be held simultaneously with the six state polls on August 12,...
First by-election after GE15, if the slightly postponed Padang Serai and Tioman elections don't count.
- Sanusi must apologise again to save PN’s polls chances, says analyst
Azmi Hassan says Sanusi Nor’s previous apology seemed insincere as he said his remarks at a recent ceramah had been distorted by his political rivals.
- Muda announces more candidates for state polls, fields info chief in Saifuddin Nasution’s seatwww.malaymail.com Muda announces more candidates for state polls, fields info chief in Saifuddin Nasution’s seat
PETALING JAYA, July 17 — The Malaysian United Democratic Alliance (Muda) today announced six more candidates for the state elections taking place next month, including...
PETALING JAYA, July 17 — The Malaysian United Democratic Alliance (Muda) today announced six more candidates for the state elections taking place next month, including information chief Luqman Long.
- Malaysia state polls: Selangor expected to be most fiercely fought; outcome will be closely scrutinisedwww.channelnewsasia.com Malaysia state polls: Selangor expected to be most fiercely fought; outcome will be closely scrutinised
Observers believe failure to defend the state, led by the Pakatan Harapan (PH) coalition since 2008, will have serious repercussions for Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s administration at the federal level.
- Amir Abd Hadi leads Muda’s four candidates for Selangor pollswww.malaymail.com Amir Abd Hadi leads Muda’s four candidates for Selangor polls
KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 — The Malaysian United Democratic Alliance (Muda) announced four candidates today to contest in the Selangor state elections. Leading the list is its...
- Survey on Malay voters: 42pc to vote Pakatan, 33pc for Perikatan, 15pc for BN in Selangor pollswww.malaymail.com Survey on Malay voters: 42pc to vote Pakatan, 33pc for Perikatan, 15pc for BN in Selangor polls
KUALA LUMPUR, July 14 — Over half of Malay voters in a recent survey either selected rival coalitions Pakatan Harapan (PH) or Perikatan Nasional (PN) as the one they will vote...
- State polls: Amanah to contest three seats in N. Sembilanwww.malaymail.com State polls: Amanah to contest three seats in N. Sembilan
SEREMBAN, July 14 — The Negeri Sembilan Parti Amanah Negara (Amanah) today announced that it will contest three seats in the upcoming state election following the outcome of the...
- Malaysia Urges ASEAN Unites for South China Sea Stabilizationen.tempo.co Malaysia Urges ASEAN Unites for South China Sea Stabilization
Malaysia's Foreign Minister Zambry Abdul Kadir urged ASEAN to unite for preserving peace and stability in disputed South China Sea
