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'Liberation' from the mob
News, Published on 21/05/2012
» Once again we are reminded of the military crackdown that took place in May 2010. However, I feel that the events could be put into a different perspective.
Pivotal point for SE Asian democracy
News, Chayut Setboonsarng, Published on 02/07/2012
» The great philosophical question about the elements of a perfect democracy and their relation to capitalism remains unsettled, and is likely to stay so.
Other 'facilitators' needed in South after Najib poll win
News, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 08/05/2013
» Overthrowing an incumbent regime that has been entrenched for 55 years is akin to beating a reigning champion boxer with multiple belts. Unless the challenger delivers a clean knockout or a debilitating knockdown, he is unlikely to be given the decision by the judges. And so it was for Malaysia's much anticipated elections last Sunday. It was a split decision but the champion walks away with victory amid bitter cries of foul play and dirty tricks.
Just for the pottery record
News, Published on 09/05/2013
» I hope someone will enlighten Khun Songdej Praditsmanont (''Street loses Bearings'', PostBag, May 4) about Soi Bearing; or should it be Baring?
Malaysia battles beer as Indonesia votes for change
News, Published on 24/10/2014
» If Malaysian leader Najib Razak thought he already had problems at home, now he also needs to worry about a "Jokowi effect" spreading from neighbouring Indonesia.
Malaysia battles beer as Indonesia votes for change
News, Published on 24/10/2014
» If Malaysian leader Najib Razak thought he already had problems at home, now he also needs to worry about a "Jokowi effect" spreading from neighbouring Indonesia.
Twisting rule of law mars the region
News, Published on 17/03/2015
» Having a reputation for integrity and decency matters as much in international relations as in professional and personal life. States that are so regarded consistently punch above their weight - witness the Scandinavians.
Destructive elites bring Asean to brink of inertia
News, Published on 03/04/2016
» Asean has long been envisioned as a foundation stone for stability, security, and increased prosperity in Asia. But with uncertainty plaguing the political systems of Myanmar, Malaysia and Thailand, the bloc may be entering a period of policy and diplomatic inertia. At a time when China’s economic downturn and unilateral territorial claims are posing serious challenges to the region, Asean’s weakness could prove highly dangerous.
The curse of corruption
Asia focus, Erich Parpart, Published on 30/01/2017
» Lately we are hearing more about corruption scandals across Asia and, sadly, we will probably be hearing more. The mother of them all is the long-running saga of 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB), one of the world's largest white-collar crimes.
Mahathir's comeback revives opposition as polls loom
News, Published on 07/07/2017
» Prime Minister Najib Razak won Malaysia's last general election, despite losing the popular vote. Since then, he has been embroiled in a corruption scandal that has been investigated in a half-dozen countries.