Najib didn't chant 'reformasi' but did much better than Anwar, …
Nov 3, 2024 · The former head of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has given a scathing assessment of the Pakatan Harapan-led coalition government, saying Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim had not only failed to live up to his reform slogans, but had proved to be worse than previous leaders through a series of actions against democracy and human rights.
Over 100 Starbucks outlets in Malaysia closed as boycott of US …
Oct 29, 2024 · [Editor's Note: Starbucks Malaysia has since reportedly denied closing down more than 100 outlets. Read report here.]. More than 100 Starbucks outlets in Malaysia have been forced to shut down their operations either permanently or temporarily, some six months after a similar fate befell KFC, as global American brands continue to be targeted by an international boycott movement to protest US ...
Raised eyebrows as Anwar turns to convicted Thai strongman …
Dec 17, 2024 · Social media have been abuzz with reactions to Anwar Ibrahim's appointment of former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra to advise him on Asean affairs when Malaysia assumes chairmanship of the regional pact next year, with many expressing shock at the choice of the convicted billionaire whose rule was tainted by corruption and a violent supression of Muslims in the south.
'I'm father of the nation': Anwar defends remarks on Najib apology
Oct 28, 2024 · Anwar Ibrahim has angrily defended his statement welcoming an apology from Najib Razak, saying it is not fair to attack the jailed leader alone over the 1MDB scandal that was at the centre of a Pakatan Harapan (PH) campaign to topple the …
When protection turns into burden: Policyholders cancelling health ...
Dec 9, 2024 · A health expert has warned that the looming increase in monthly premiums for insurance and takaful could exacerbate the situation at government clinics and hospitals as more contributors cancel their medical insurance in the face of financial constraints.
MAHB independent directors reject 'unfair' takeover offer
Dec 20, 2024 · Non-interested directors of Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) are not happy with the proposed takeover of the airport operator at RM11 per share, amid widespread criticism that the company is grossly undervalued.
PH politicians fall silent as another heavily criticised figure ...
Dec 19, 2024 · There has been silence from Pakatan Harapan politicians, most of whom refusing to comment in the wake of the acquittal of Rosmah Mansor - for years the target of the coalition's leaders and their supporters who accused her of everything from witchcraft to corruption.
Does Israel have a right to exist and defend itself? Yes, says Anwar ...
Nov 13, 2024 · Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said he recognised Israel's right to exist and to "defend itself", a position likely to raise questions on whether he subscribes to the Malaysian government's decades-long policy of not recognising the Zionist entity.
Amirudin feels the heat as quiet campaign unfolds in PKR to …
Dec 18, 2024 · Selangor Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari could find himself on the chopping block amid efforts to prevent the rise of Rafizi Ramli in PKR ahead of the upcoming party elections, in what party insiders say is reminiscent of Anwar Ibrahim's failed Kajang Move about a decade ago.
Anwar in marathon retweets of posts praising him, attacking critics …
Dec 23, 2024 · A series of retweets by Anwar Ibrahim of X posts peppered with crude terminology usually used by cybertroopers in their attacks on political opponents has prompted some in his party to wonder whether the prime minister has now taken it upon himself to go after critics by endorsing personal attacks.