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Home Minister, Don’t Waste The Deaths Of The Policemen In Ulu Tiram
Food Security Vital For Nation’s Wellbeing
The Kratom (Ketum) Industry In Southern Thailand
BANGKOK, Thailand:Over the last 12 months, stalls have been opening up across southern Thailand to sell ketum leaves, syrups, and mixed drinks. In Thailand ketum is called kratom.
Protect Malaysia To Protect Sabah, Sarawak
KOTA KINABALU, Malaysia:Former ambassador and insightful political commentator Datuk Dennis Ignatius is correct in saying that Sabah and Sarawak “have tended to take a more detached view of the culture wars raging in Semenanjung”.
Penang Island Reclamation -'Snake Swallows Elephant'
GEORGETOWN, Malaysia:As the state election is approaching, Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow called on the leaders of the Pakatan Harapan coalition to beware of the "green wave" earlier this year. On the eve of Hari Raya, he announced an increase in funding for Islamic development in Penang to RM75.08 million this year. The DAP-led state government seems to think that building more mosques and religious schools will reduce their Chinese-centric impression and curry favour with the Malay community. Meanwhile, the Penang state government ignores the Malay-majority fishermen community and insists on promoting the Penang South Islands (PSI) project, depriving them of their livelihood.
Young Talent Track and Field Selangor Launch and Run
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia-The Young Talent Track and Field Selangor Launch and Run event was organized by Young Talent Track and Field (YTTF) Sdn Bhd in collaboration with Kelab PJ. This event was also supported by Malaysian Hash Council and PJ Club Hash House Harriers. Sponsors for the event included redOne and Decathlon.
Hadi’s Antics Are Aimed At Winning The Youth Vote
BANGKOK, Thailand-Parti Islam Se-Malaysia president Abdul Hadi Awang’s latest antics are causing a ruckus in Malaysian politics. Many are claiming these are the beginnings of an extremist uprising, out of disappointment of not becoming the legitimate federal government of Malaysia.
Malaysia Must Wisely Leverage Its Rare Earths Card
KUALA LUMPUR-Rare earths remain a critical and strategic resource that Malaysia must and capitalise on for its long term advantage and geopolitical returns, as any missteps or short-sightedness on the country’s part will invite a negative result.
By Collins Chong Yew Keat
Kledang Saiong Forest Reserve To Be Turned Into A ‘Timber Producing Factory’?
The Evolution Of The Malaysian Islamic Party (PAS): How It Became So Powerful
BANGKOK, Thailand-The true winner of Malaysia’s general election in November was the Malaysian Islamic Party, the Parti Islam Se-Malaysia or PAS. PAS won 49 out of the 62 seats it contested in the 222 seats in national parliament.
Back To School: 41-Years On For Veteran Officers
PORT DICKSON, Malaysia-It was like going back to 'school' after four decades, since graduating as Armed Forces commissioned officers.
A Clear And Present Danger To Malaysian Democracy
BANGKOK, Thailand--Prime minister Anwar Ibrahim recently made an impassioned plea for all muftis, religious leaders, teachers, and Ustaz to assist in the stability and harmony of the nation. Anwar is well aware of the clear and present danger religious zealotism poses to the stability of Malaysia’s democracy.
Weakening Ringgit Shows Lack Of Local Productive Forces
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia--The ringgit has fallen to its lowest value since the Asian financial crisis. The reaction from the opposition has been one of frustration and panic, raging against the finance minister.
Magic In The Rainforest: The Haven Resorts To Host Unprecedented Musical Extravaganza
IPOH, Malaysia--Ever fancied listening to smooth classical music while being surrounded by lush greenery and cool forest air while being comfortably seated at a premium resort? No you do not have to fly off overseas to enjoy such an experience.
Calling Upon The Perak MB To Call Off The Lanthanide Mining Project
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia--B•E•A•CC•H•, the environment cluster of the CSO Platform for Reform, along with 21 civil society organisations (CSOs), call upon the Perak Menteri Besar to retract his inaccurate remarks concerning the lanthanide mining project in northern Perak and gazette the entire site in question as a forest reserve.
PNB must justify miserable dividends from ASNB
KOTA KINABALU, Malaysia--Amanah Saham Nasional Bhd (ASNB), the wholly-owned unit trust company of Permodalan Nasional Bhd (PNB), has declared an income distribution of RM882.49mil for Amanah Saham Malaysia 2 - Wawasan (ASM 2 Wawasan) for the financial year ended Aug 31, 2022.
Puteri Barisan Nasional Bersedia Menghadapi PRU-15!
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia--Terlebih dahulu saya ingin mengalu-alukan kehadiran rakan-rakan dari pelbagai sayap yang mewakili wanita muda komponen BN dan friends of BN yang datang dari jauh dan dekat.
MSPO: Usaha Kerajaan Untuk Menjamin Kemampanan Masa Depan Industri Sawit Negara
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia--Malaysia telah melancarkan skim pensijilannya sendiri, iaitu Minyak Sawit Lestari Malaysia (MSPO), pada Januari 2015 didorong oleh faktor kos, sinisisme dan kekecewaan terhadap propaganda berat sebelah sesetengah negara barat.
When Food Can’t Be Bought – Even With Money
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia--Malaysians have taken to social media to vent their anger and frustration over the shortage of foodstuffs, such as chicken, and the rising prices of such products in the country.