![Malaysia, China affirm mutual support for sovereignty, security & territorial integrity Malaysia, China affirm mutual support for sovereignty, security & territorial integrity](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61718876162_tbMalaysiaChina.jpg)
Malaysia, China affirm mutual support for sovereignty, security & territorial integrity
Malaysia and China will continue to promote the high-quality implementation of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership agreement.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Consider This: AI in Academia — Authentic Learning in AI Era
While some universities eagerly embrace the promises of AI, others remain apprehensive— grappling with concerns over academic integrity and the erosion of traditional pedagogical methods. How do we ensure true learning takes place in the age of AI? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Mushtak Al-Atabi, Chairman of the Vice Chancellors’ Council for Private Universities & Provost and CEO of Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, as well as Dr Malissa Maria Mahmud, Dean of Sunway University’s School of Education and Head of the Department of Professional and Continuing Education.
Thu May 09 2024
![PM wants civil servants to maintain integrity to justify recognition given by govt PM wants civil servants to maintain integrity to justify recognition given by govt](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/61714974021_Anwarjpg.jpg)
PM wants civil servants to maintain integrity to justify recognition given by govt
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said civil servants should identify individuals who tarnish the reputation of the civil service.
Mon May 06 2024
![Yusof Haslam: ‘Sheriff’ my most honest work Yusof Haslam: ‘Sheriff’ my most honest work](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71713342932_sheriffjpg.jpg)
Yusof Haslam: ‘Sheriff’ my most honest work
With integrity as it's theme, the RM6 million action thriller highlights the dark side of the world of policing.
Wed Apr 17 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Redefining Leadership in Malaysian Higher Education: A Call for Integrity and Accountability [COLUMNIST] Redefining Leadership in Malaysian Higher Education: A Call for Integrity and Accountability](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/81712154369_Digitalclassroom.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Redefining Leadership in Malaysian Higher Education: A Call for Integrity and Accountability
It is imperative for academics who have traditionally shied away from leadership roles to step forward, embrace the mantle of leadership.
Tue Apr 16 2024
Consider This: Ombudsman Office (Part 2) - Impact on Online Curated Content Platforms
The Government was set to establish an Ombudsman Office, tasked with managing and investigating complaints against the public service. The legislation underpinning it was initially slated to be tabled in Parliament last October but has been delayed pending re-evaluation of its scope, function and role. What’s behind the delay? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Prof Dr Nik Ahmad Kamal Nik Mahmood, constitutional lawyer and Head of the Politics, Law and Governance, Cluster of the National Professors Council. He was a Commissioner with the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) from July 2020 to June of 2022.
Mon Mar 25 2024
![Rafizi refutes claims of PADU data integrity issues Rafizi refutes claims of PADU data integrity issues](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/41700110586_RafiziRamli.jpg)
Rafizi refutes claims of PADU data integrity issues
Rafizi Ramli said PADU also contains data integrated from various sources including federal and state govts, agencies and statutory bodies.
Tue Mar 05 2024
!['I don't like systems with a lot of red tape' - Sultan Ibrahim 'I don't like systems with a lot of red tape' - Sultan Ibrahim](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51708922658_YDPAgongSultanIb.jpg)
'I don't like systems with a lot of red tape' - Sultan Ibrahim
Sultan Ibrahim reminded the government machinery to enhance efficiency and practise the principle of integrity.
Mon Feb 26 2024
![Malaysian code of ethics for journalists - to raise integrity of media agencies as source of trusted news - Fahmi Malaysian code of ethics for journalists - to raise integrity of media agencies as source of trusted news - Fahmi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/61707294282_TBFAHMIFADZILjp.jpg)
Malaysian code of ethics for journalists - to raise integrity of media agencies as source of trusted news - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said it outlines eight fundamental ethics that underscore the responsibilities and standards expected of journalists.
Tue Feb 20 2024
![Sri Sabah Flats fire: Jittery residents on 16th floor move out Sri Sabah Flats fire: Jittery residents on 16th floor move out](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/71707788378_TBFlatSriSabah.jpg)
Sri Sabah Flats fire: Jittery residents on 16th floor move out
Some residents temporarily evacuate their homes over fears the structural integrity of the building was affected by the fire.
Tue Feb 13 2024
Consider This: Journal Retractions (Part 3) - Accountability in Academic Publishing Chain?
According to an analysis by the academic journal Nature, Malaysia is among the countries with the highest retraction rates of published academic research papers in 2023. The report exposes an alarming trend: For every 10,000 Malaysian research papers published, a staggering 17.2 were retracted. This figure stands three times higher than the global average—raising serious questions about the credibility and integrity of Malaysian academic research. Are these retractions for error corrections and honest mistakes, or does it point to systemic challenges in academia that demand urgent attention? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Sharifah Munirah Alatas, independent scholar and Deputy Chair of the Malaysian Academic Movement, (GERAK).
Mon Jan 15 2024
Consider This: Journal Retractions (Part 1) - Msia 6th Highest Academic Paper Retractions
According to an analysis by the academic journal Nature, Malaysia is among the countries with the highest retraction rates of published academic research papers in 2023. The report exposes an alarming trend: For every 10,000 Malaysian research papers published, a staggering 17.2 were retracted. This figure stands three times higher than the global average—raising serious questions about the credibility and integrity of Malaysian academic research. Are these retractions for error corrections and honest mistakes, or does it point to systemic challenges in academia that demand urgent attention? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to UK Menon, Chairperson of the Malaysian Academic Movement (GERAK). He has over 40 years of experience in academia across Malaysia, Australia, and the US.
Mon Jan 15 2024
Consider This: Journal Retractions (Part 2) - What the High Retraction Rate Reveals
According to an analysis by the academic journal Nature, Malaysia is among the countries with the highest retraction rates of published academic research papers in 2023. The report exposes an alarming trend: For every 10,000 Malaysian research papers published, a staggering 17.2 were retracted. This figure stands three times higher than the global average—raising serious questions about the credibility and integrity of Malaysian academic research. Are these retractions for error corrections and honest mistakes, or does it point to systemic challenges in academia that demand urgent attention? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Idlan Zakaria, Associate Professor with Birmingham Business School at the University of Birmingham in the UK. She was formerly the CEO of the Malaysian think tank The Centre.
Mon Jan 15 2024
![PM tells Nikkei Asia his views on hypocrisy surrounding Gaza crisis and woes within ASEAN PM tells Nikkei Asia his views on hypocrisy surrounding Gaza crisis and woes within ASEAN](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/41702865818_TBANWARjpg.jpg)
PM tells Nikkei Asia his views on hypocrisy surrounding Gaza crisis and woes within ASEAN
PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said no country should unilaterally decide on the sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Mon Dec 18 2023
![[Columnist] ASEAN needs to combat Assertive Agendas, no matter where they are [Columnist] ASEAN needs to combat Assertive Agendas, no matter where they are](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-07/71595251826_southchinasea.jpg)
[Columnist] ASEAN needs to combat Assertive Agendas, no matter where they are
Malaysia should take the lead in expressing condemnation and rallying other member states to safeguard their territorial integrity.
Sun Oct 29 2023