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Tag: Democracy
Public feedback sought in study on way forward for Malaysia democracy
KUALA LUMPUR : A detailed study to ascertain the way forward in Malaysia’s democracy is being conducted by a research … More
Eight supporters of democracy arrested in Hong Kong
Lawmaker Ted Hui was arrested today; yesterday, police arrested seven other pro-democracy activists, including four lawmakers. On 8 May, the … More
Thailand: Protesters keep up pressure ahead of parliamentary debate
• Demonstrators chanted “Prayuth Out” after the prime minister ignored a deadline set for his resignation. • Parliament is also … More
Inspired by Thai peers, Laotian netizens demand democratic reforms
Defying bans, they flood social media with hundreds of thousands of posts criticizing the communist regime in Vientiane. They ask … More
Tensions remain high between Thai government and protesters
BANGKOK: Thailand’s government and the country’s pro-democracy movement appeared no closer to resolving their differences Saturday (Oct 24), as the … More
Malaysia’s greatest political challenge
The nation’s future hangs in the balance, and the proposed emergency rule by the Muhyiddin administration will be the beginning … More
Why Malaysia needs a ‘confidence and supply’ government, not a state of emergency
If PM Muhyiddin Yassin can get the support of 40 or more opposition MPs, coalition partner Umno’s 39 seats would … More
Thailand protests: Why are people taking to the streets?
Massive student-led anti-government protests have rocked Bangkok over the past few days. DW spoke to several demonstrators about why they … More
Democracy, human rights deteriorating in Malaysia since Covid-19 hit, says watchdog
KUALA LUMPUR : Democracy and human rights have declined in 80 countries, including Malaysia, since the Covid-19 pandemic hit earlier … More
Unconstitutional for speaker to deny no-confidence vote
THE prime minister is reported as stating that his administration cannot be toppled by “street demonstrations” because that would be … More
Thai protesters rally for 4th day in Bangkok despite ban on large gatherings
BANGKOK: Thousands of protesters gathered at several locations in Bangkok on Saturday (Oct 17) to call for an end to … More
Proposed “prorogation” of parliament nothing more than a sham to prolong the government’s shelf life
The proposal by MIC President Tan Sri A. Vigneswaran to prorogue Parliament is a thinly-disguised lifeline to Tan Sri Muhyiddin … More
Thai youths to demand political reform in planned major demonstration
BANGKOK: Thailand is set to witness another major demonstration starting on Wednesday (Oct 14), led by youths who are calling … More
For Anwar, Shafie’s Sabah setback still won’t guarantee him Malaysia’s top job, say analysts
KUALA LUMPUR : On paper at least, Parti Warisan Sabah’s defeat in the September state polls was a boon to … More
Allowing polls delay may lead to abuse, warns expert
Constitutional lawyer says this could see ruling parties ordering postponements if they find public support unfavourable KUALA LUMPUR – Amending the … More
Sabah election: Every vote counts, even a Power Ranger’s
A Malaysian in a Power Ranger costume casting his vote yesterday at the polling centre in SMK Tansau, Penampang, while … More
What Is Important To Sabah Voters?
Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad laments that Malaysian voters can be bought. It’s fine to talk when you have billions. But … More
Leaders and Opportunists – Politics of Conviction, Politics of Convenience
Yin says that it is our apathy which has led us to where we are today. We left it to the … More
Sabah 2020: Which parties have the edge?
KOTA KINABALU: A week to election day on Sept 26 in Sabah and voters are spoilt for choice, given the … More
Indonesia Leads UN Security Council Meeting on Islamic State Threat
New York. UN Security Council President Dian Triansyah Djani of Indonesia presided over a meeting on the threat posed by … More
Pakatan’s gifts to Malaysian democracy
There are massive questions about Pakatan Harapan’s future. Pakatan’s past is far more substantial than decorative despite its disappointing present. The speed of recovery will be decided by how adaptable what’s left of Pakatan can be.
Again, that’s for its leaders to decide.
As for regular voters who love democracy, and are here for the long run, Malaysia’s better for the Pakatan experiment.
We should thank the coalition for services rendered.
Hun Sen’s big gamble
The arrest of prominent Cambodian unionist and long-time government critic Rong Chhun at the end of last month at his … More
Senator: Thammasat rally hurt feelings of millions of people
Anti-government demonstrators gather at the Rangsit campus of Thammasat University in Pathum Thani province on Monday. (Photo: Apichit Jinakul) Comments … More
