Tag: Malaysian politics


  • 2025: The Madani Government’s Unyielding War on Corruption

    2025: The Madani Government’s Unyielding War on Corruption

    Introduction: A Year Unlike Any Other In 2025, Malaysia’s political landscape has been defined by a relentless push to root out corruption. Under the Madani government, authorities launched a steady stream of high-profile investigations, asset seizures, and reforms designed to restore public trust. From long-standing graft cases to sweeping financial probes, this year has tested…

  • From gold bars to bank raids: 2025 marks the government’s fiercest year against corruption

    From gold bars to bank raids: 2025 marks the government’s fiercest year against corruption

    Context: A turning point for Malaysia’s anti-corruption drive The year 2025 stands out in Malaysia’s public history as a landmark moment in the Madani government’s war on corruption. What began as scattered probes and routine enforcement quickly evolved into a coordinated, nationwide effort that spanned asset seizures, high-profile investigations, and institutional reforms. The scale of…

  • Perlis Turmoil: PH Says It Affects Ruler and People

    Perlis Turmoil: PH Says It Affects Ruler and People

    Perlis Turmoil Reaches Beyond the Government The political storm in Perlis is no longer seen as a purely administrative crisis. Pakatan Harapan (PH) in Perlis has highlighted that the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the leadership challenges, including the position of Mentri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli, has begun to disrupt the social and political fabric of the…

  • Kinabatangan by-election: BN names Naim Kurniawan as candidate

    Kinabatangan by-election: BN names Naim Kurniawan as candidate

    BN Announces Kinabatangan By-Election Candidate Barisan Nasional (BN) has named Naim Kurniawan, the son of the late Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin, as its parliamentary candidate for the Kinabatangan by-election. The announcement, confirmed by Umno Supreme Council member Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Maslan, marks a pivotal moment for BN in Sabah’s eastern district as it…

  • PM Denies Role for Nurul Izzah as Selangor MB: Personal Opinion Not From His Office

    PM Denies Role for Nurul Izzah as Selangor MB: Personal Opinion Not From His Office

    Overview: A Personal Opinion, Not an Official Plan In a clarification that aims to quell speculation about leadership succession, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim asserted that suggestions involving his daughter, Nurul Izzah Anwar, taking over as Selangor Mentri Besar are nothing more than personal opinions. He emphasized that he has not discussed the matter…

  • PM Anwar Refutes Nurul Izzah as Selangor MB: Personal Opinion, Not Policy

    PM Anwar Refutes Nurul Izzah as Selangor MB: Personal Opinion, Not Policy

    Background The Malaysian political landscape was stirred by speculation about potential leadership changes in Selangor, following public discussions about Nurul Izzah Anwar as a possible Menteri Besar (MB). However, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that such suggestions are personal opinions and not the product of official policy, nor has he engaged in…

  • PM Anwar Deflects Nurul Izzah Talk as Selangor MB Candidate: Personal Opinion, Not Policy

    PM Anwar Deflects Nurul Izzah Talk as Selangor MB Candidate: Personal Opinion, Not Policy

    PM Anwar Refutes Speculation on Nurul Izzah as Selangor MB In a brief but pointed clarification, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stated that circulating theories about his daughter Nurul Izzah taking over as Selangor Mentri Besar are merely personal opinions. He emphasized that he has neither discussed nor endorsed such a possibility, calling the…

  • From Takeoff to Takeover: Chester Voo’s Pivot to Warisan and Sabah Politics

    From Takeoff to Takeover: Chester Voo’s Pivot to Warisan and Sabah Politics

    Introduction: A High-Flying Career Lands in Sabah Politics After three decades in aviation, including a senior role as AirAsia’s deputy group CEO, Datuk Captain Chester Voo is trading the cockpit for the campaign trail. His move to Parti Warisan (WARISAN) signals more than a party alignment; it marks a strategic shift in Sabah’s political landscape…

  • Sabah Election Spotlight: GRS Defends Record as Opponents Clash Over Failures and Saving Actions

    Sabah Election Spotlight: GRS Defends Record as Opponents Clash Over Failures and Saving Actions

    Introduction: Sabah’s Divisive Election Narrative The Sabah state election has turned into a high-stakes battlefield where the governing coalition, GRS, faces a chorus of opposition critics who accuse the administration of failures and mismanagement. At the heart of the discourse is a stark contrast in how each side frames the past and projects the future—one…

  • Sabah Election Showdown: Incumbent GRS and Opponents Trade Blame Over Performance in Power

    Sabah Election Showdown: Incumbent GRS and Opponents Trade Blame Over Performance in Power

    Election Buildup in Sabah: Power, Promises, and Polemics The Sabah state election has intensified as the ruling Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition and the opposition trade sharper rhetoric over governance since taking power. Street-level campaigning, policy pledges, and personal invectives have underscored a public debate about what the incumbent administration has delivered and what opponents…