Consider This: Federalism - When States Want More
Recently Johor and Penang have made headlines with their push for a larger share of the taxes they collect. Johor, at the urging of regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, is seeking 20 to 30 percent of its collected taxes, while Penang is seeking 20 percent. These demands are raising important questions about decentralisation and financial autonomy. Additionally, Sabah and Sarawakâs unique position under the MA63 adds to the complexity of these discussions. How should Malaysia navigate the demands for greater funds? On the episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to economist Professor Dr Jomo Kwame Sundaram, and Dr Tricia Yeoh, CEO of IDEAS Malaysia.
Fri Jun 28 2024
[COLUMNIST] Are Malaysian public universities risking their autonomy?
Universities, as the backbone of our education system, should be able to set their own policies regarding teaching loads based on their unique contexts and needs.
Wed Jun 26 2024
Four-day working week 'more productive': UK study
Over 60 firms in Britain took part in the six-month experiment allowing almost 3,000 employees to work one day less per week.
Wed Feb 22 2023
Dewan Rakyat passes two bills to give electricity autonomy to Sabah
The Dewan Rakyat today passed two bills in preparation for the reassignment of autonomous power in the supply of electricity to Sabah.
Mon Oct 03 2022
Why workplace technologies must be beneficial to both employers and employees
Technology has the ability to expand our work possibilities but also to harm worker privacy, autonomy and civil liberties.
Sat Jul 02 2022
Indonesia passes contentious law to create more provinces in Papua
Critics fear the move could undermine the standing of the area's indigenous population and threaten special autonomy powers.
Thu Jun 30 2022
Sarawak Polls: PSB manifesto pledges education, socio-economic reforms and autonomy
The Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) launched its manifesto for the Sarawak State Election today, which focuses on three aspects, namely autonomy and governance, education reform and socio-economic reform.
Thu Dec 09 2021
India changes controversial land laws in disputed Kashmir
The term "being permanent resident of the state" as a criteria has been "omitted", for non-Kashmiri Indians to purchase the land.
Wed Oct 28 2020
Autonomy is the key to enhancing well-being at work says HR expert Latitia Vitaud
COVID-19 crisis has further reshaped the way we work, and for some office workers these shifts have intensified the feelings of uselessness.
Wed Oct 07 2020
Proposal to reinstate parliamentary services act
The government has been urged to reinstate the Parliamentary Services Act 1963 that was repealed in 1992 in an effort to enhance autonomy.
Wed Sep 09 2020
UK's Johnson tells EU to agree trade deal by Oct. 15 or 'move on'
Talks, which have stalled over Britain's insistence that it has full autonomy over state aid and fishing, to resume in London on Tuesday.
Mon Sep 07 2020
Full autonomy big test for Sabah UMNO in upcoming polls - Analysts
Analysts say the most important thing is to give the people an understanding of the autonomous power.
Mon Aug 31 2020
Hundreds protest in Hong Kong against proposed national security laws
China's controversial plan to directly impose national security laws has sparked concerns that it will harm the city's autonomy
Sun May 24 2020
Autonomy issue in six months once committee starts deliberations - Vui Keong
Speaking during BFMs Breakfast Grille on Tuesday, Liew said the make-up of the committee is now being finalised and awaiting appointment.
Tue Sep 18 2018
Spain gives Catalan leader eight days to drop independence
His move could deepen the confrontation between Madrid and the northeastern region but also signals a way out of Spain's biggest political crisis since a failed military coup in 1981.
Thu Oct 12 2017