Is the government going too soft on Najib? - Aliran
15 hours ago · In an interview with the Financial Times, when asked about the reduced prison sentence for former Prime Minister Najib Razak, current Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said that he does not wish for Najib to suffer in “hell” as he once did. This is of course amid ongoing conversations on the possibility that Najib could be […]
Myanmar: Four years after the coup - Aliran
2 days ago · Four years ago, on 1 February 2021, Myanmar’s military staged a coup, overturning a democratically elected government. Today, the country remains in turmoil but resistance forces have since gained ground, while the military junta faces declining control. Will 2025 mark a turning point for Myanmar? Astro Awani’s Melisa Idris speaks with Debbie Stothard, founder of […]
Two years later: The four cardinal reforms of Anwar - Aliran
Dec 2, 2024 · On 24 November, Anwar Ibrahim completed two years as Prime Minister. In December 2022, I had argued that no one was better suited than Anwar to rejuvenate a floundering Malaysia. As the country navigates a continuously evolving landscape, I am encouraged by Anwar’s commitment and vision in steering the country in a positive direction.
Blind spots in Anwar's reform strategy - Aliran
Dec 4, 2024 · Imperceptibly but undoubtedly, Malaysia’s metamorphosis is underway. In the first part of this article, I explored the tangible outcomes and significant strides made in four cardinal areas of Anwar’s administration: good governance, poverty alleviation, economic revitalisation and progressive Islamic democracy.. There are, however, potential blind spots that warrant closer scrutiny and a ...
Malaysia at a crossroads: Can Anwar drive true reform? - Aliran
Jun 26, 2024 · Anwar’s 19 months in office have been notable for some bold, even brash, announcements. But genuine action to bring about much-needed rationalisation and reforms has been less tangible.
Aliran annual meeting unanimously calls for lasting ceasefire in Gaza
Nov 28, 2023 · The Aliran annual general meeting on 25 November unanimously passed a resolution calling for a lasting ceasefire in Gaza and for an end to the settler-colonialisation of Palestinian territories. The full text of the resolution: Resolution on the situation in Gaza This 47th Aliran annual general meeting, Recalling that much blood has been shed since […]
Electricity tariff hike could trigger inflationary ripple effect
Non-executive directors receive RM20,000 per month in fees and a total of RM1.8m in benefits for the year (see ordinary resolution 18 passed at TNB’s annual meeting last May).. The government should order TNB to do ‘national service’ by getting it to slash the pay, allowances and benefits of its top echelon before raising tariffs.
Uncertain times: Is there hope for a better Malaysia? - Aliran
Dec 29, 2024 · Closer to home, Myanmar’s struggle for democracy poses a crucial challenge for Malaysia’s Asean leadership. The Myanmar military’s suppression of the people has forced thousands to flee, many seeking refuge on our shores.
Malaysia’s difficult challenges call for ‘all hands on deck’
Jan 7, 2025 · As the nation grapples with economic pressures and political uncertainty, PM Anwar Ibrahim's leadership faces its biggest test As we settle into another new year, a crucial question emerges: will this year be a turning point for Malaysia? Just a week ago, most of us shared New Year greetings of hope ...
How would 'house arrest' for Najib even work? - Aliran
Jan 8, 2025 · Jailed former Prime Minister Najib Razak is now a step closer to serving the rest of his sentence under “house arrest”, after the Court of Appeal allowed his judicial review application related to a royal addendum. Criminal lawyer Goh Cia Yee explains what the implications of this decision might be and how house arrest might […]