By Danial Dzulkifly SHAH ALAM, June 5 — The newly minted Asean-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)-China trilateral pact is being hailed as a “strategic masterstroke” for its role in economic realignment and is seen as part of a broader shift where developing and middle-power nations are asserting...

KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 — The Kuala Lumpur Declaration, expected to be launched at this 46th Asean Summit, is set to become one of the most significant documents in Malaysia’s chairmanship history, particularly in terms of regional geopolitics and economic direction.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 4 — As Malaysia gears up to assume the role of Asean Chair next year, analysts are confident in the country's readiness, underscoring its efficient civil service and proven track record in hosting major international events, including serving as Asean Chair in 2015.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 — Singapore is set to witness its first transfer of power in 20 years as Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong steps down, handing over leadership to his deputy Lawrence Wong today.

By Danial Dzulkifly SHAH ALAM, May 9 — The Unity Government coalition is projected to secure victory in the upcoming Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election, maintaining the status quo. This is according to political analyst Azmi Hassan, who noted that local residents are very much satisfied with the...

By Yasmin Ramlan  SHAH ALAM, April 23 — Less than a year after the 2023 Selangor State Election was held last August, the state is preparing for another poll — this time in Kuala Kubu Baharu as a by-election on May 11. Despite ruling party Pakatan Harapan (Harapan) having a good chance of...

By Danial Dzulkifly SHAH ALAM, Feb 22 — In the current challenging sea of Malaysian politics, where former foes have turned allies to form a unity government, the Selangor administration stands as a fine example of how parties from different backgrounds can come together to govern effectively,...

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 — The proposal to introduce a law that would allow a government to serve its full five-year term is seen as the right move to prevent any attempt to betray the people’s mandate.

By Yasmin Ramlan SELANGOR is set to become an economically independent state in the upcoming year following the unveiling of its 2024 budget. With a RM2.53 billion allocation, the state is working towards promoting progress and building togetherness among its communities. Several notable...

By Danial Dzulkifly SHAH ALAM, Aug 18 — The conclusion of the six state elections last week has shed spotlight on the significant shift within the Malay voter base, according to political analysts. A pronounced preference for Perikatan Nasional (PN) from among the majority race emerged,...

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By Amar Shah Mohsen WHILE the 2018 general elections may be perceived as the most memorable in Malaysian history for its impact on the nation’s political landscape, the significance of the 2008 state election in Selangor should not be downplayed. It was, after all, the first time that Barisan...

KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 — The coming visits of several top foreign leaders to Malaysia are a clear sign of their confidence in the country’s political stability, said Professor Azmi Hassan.

By Danial Dzulkilfy SHAH ALAM, July 21 – Youth voters have a significant impact on the outcome of any election, and it is no different in the upcoming state elections in Selangor, Penang, Negeri Sembilan, Kedah, Kelantan and Terengganu. Recognising this crucial factor, political parties have...

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 — The challenges faced by small-and-medium enterprises (SMEs) have become more apparent with their ability to maintain business operations.