Consider This: Law Reform - What Do We Do with Obsolete Laws?
In a recent statement, Minister of Law and Institutional Reform Azalina Othman Said revealed that Malaysia still has some 3,000 archaic and obsolete laws on the books—many of which no longer serve a meaningful purpose. How do we decide which laws merit repeal or reform, and what should be retained? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Jason Chuah, Dean of Universiti Malaya’s Faculty of Law.
Tue Oct 01 2024
Azalina calls for urgent investigation into duped Bangladeshis over job promises
Minister in the PM's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said called for an immediate investigation into the recruitment agents responsible for duping migrant workers.
Tue Dec 26 2023
Ex-judges, lawyers to be roped in for mediation process - Azalina
The services of former judges and lawyers are needed to conduct the mediation process in the Legal Aid Department (JBG), says Law and Institutional Reform Minister Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said.
Mon Oct 23 2023
Stability is needed in order to effect change - Azalina
There is a need for stability in governance so that any reforms that were prepared to be realised, can take place.
Mon Jun 12 2023
Law Commission, task force on institutional reform among Azalina's plans
Proposals to the Cabinet to set up the Law Commission and the establishment of a Special Task Force on Institutional Reform are among the plans Azalina Othman has in mind.
Mon Dec 12 2022
G25 Celebrates 65th Anniversary of Hari Merdeka
G25 believes that the best way to address these divisive elements threatening the country is through institutional reform.
Tue Aug 30 2022
Week Ahead: 2nd Week of September 2021
In preparation for parliament week that is coming up very soon, we explore some institutional reforms that has been suggested by various parties previously. Also, we take a look at some states that are on the road to COVID-19 restrictions recovery under the National Recovery Plan.
Sat Mar 26 2022
More announcements on institutional reforms in the next few months - MOF Deputy Sec-Gen
The current administration has the appetite for change and a sense of urgency to ensure institutional reforms are set in place.
Wed Nov 17 2021
Govt-PH MoU is positive for political stability, institutional reform - CGS-CIMB
CGS-CIMB Securities is upbeat on the potential market impacts from the signing of the MoU on Transformation and Political Stability.
Wed Sep 15 2021
Revitalizing, enhancing and strengthening the House of Senate
The Senate Reform Working Committee, through the spirit of non-partisan, focused on making recommendations for the institutional reform of the Senate.
Sun Aug 15 2021
Can Malaysia ever move away from the middle-income trap?
By emphasising institutional reform, economic competitiveness and talent development, Malaysia could escape the middle-income trap.
Mon Jan 25 2021
Council of Eminent Persons forms Committee on Institutional Reforms
The Council of Eminent Persons today announced the formation of a five-member Committee on Institutional Reforms.
Tue May 15 2018
Maria Chin: Using the Flawed System to Right What's Wrong
Electoral and institutional reforms are the twin goals sought by Maria Chin the woman behind the Bersih rallies. She tells AWANI Reviews Zakiah Koya this is the time to cure the nations ills
Wed May 02 2018