The Future Is Female: Breaking the Glass Cabinet: Women Ministers, Portfolios & Power
In Malaysian politics, we often focus on the number of women elected as Members of Parliament. However, being appointed to Cabinet is just as crucial. And having more women in Cabinet doesn't automatically mean a fair share of power. How do we strive for better gender equality in Cabinet representation and portfolio distribution? On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to Maha Balakrishnan, parliamentary and institutional development specialist.
Sun Jan 21 2024
![Anwar's first year as PM: Stability in Malaysian politics, faith in democracy restored Anwar's first year as PM: Stability in Malaysian politics, faith in democracy restored](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/81700238830_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Anwar's first year as PM: Stability in Malaysian politics, faith in democracy restored
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim initially faced the daunting task of ensuring stability within the Unity Government, Mujibu Abu Muis said.
Tue Nov 21 2023
![IDEAS: Let's bridge divides and get back to the business of governing IDEAS: Let's bridge divides and get back to the business of governing](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/51676334367_AgongParlimen.jpg)
IDEAS: Let's bridge divides and get back to the business of governing
There is now greater electoral contestation in Malaysian politics, which is positive in a healthy democracy.
Wed Aug 16 2023
![In the eyes of the rakyat: What makes a good cabinet? In the eyes of the rakyat: What makes a good cabinet?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/41689074930_MalaysiaParliament.jpg)
In the eyes of the rakyat: What makes a good cabinet?
Rakyat of today has high demands and expectations of their Governments and Cabinet members.
Tue Jul 11 2023
![Arau seat: PN welcomes any winnable candidate - Abdul Hadi Arau seat: PN welcomes any winnable candidate - Abdul Hadi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-04/71650006351_TBHADIAWANGjpg.jpg)
Arau seat: PN welcomes any winnable candidate - Abdul Hadi
Abdul Hadi said since Malaysian politics is quite dynamic, the doors are open to any prospective candidate capable of winning a seat for PN.
Thu Nov 03 2022
![New political norm for parties to contest separately - Annuar New political norm for parties to contest separately - Annuar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/81636805859_TBANNUARMUSA.jpg)
New political norm for parties to contest separately - Annuar
Malaysian politics is entering a new era as parties that make up the Federal government are contesting using their own flags in the upcoming state elections.
Sat Nov 13 2021
![Melaka polls: BN not trying to be 'big brother', but UMNO must be core party - Khaled Nordin Melaka polls: BN not trying to be 'big brother', but UMNO must be core party - Khaled Nordin](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/41636588123_MohamadHasan.jpg)
Melaka polls: BN not trying to be 'big brother', but UMNO must be core party - Khaled Nordin
Core parties are still relevant to Malaysian politics to ensure the country's political stability, said UMNO vice-president Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin.
Wed Nov 10 2021
![Education, good values key to shaping future leaders, good governance - Dr Mahathir Education, good values key to shaping future leaders, good governance - Dr Mahathir](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-01/61610608032_MAHATHIR.jpg)
Education, good values key to shaping future leaders, good governance - Dr Mahathir
Education that emphasises on good values is essential to create a future generation of leaders who are able to lead a country with good governance.
Tue Jan 26 2021
![Tun Mahathir believes M'sian women can become PM too Tun Mahathir believes M'sian women can become PM too](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-01/41610691547_TunM.jpg)
Tun Mahathir believes M'sian women can become PM too
Women in Malaysia can rise to be the prime minister one day, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said.
Tue Jan 26 2021
![UMNO is now split into three - Annuar Musa UMNO is now split into three - Annuar Musa](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-01/71610860272_AnnuarMusa.jpg)
"UMNO is now split into three" - Annuar Musa
Annuar said he tried his best to avoid the split even though the perception showed himself more towards being Bersatu-friendly.
Sun Jan 17 2021
![Distribution of PAS-UMNO, PAS-Bersatu seats not final - Hadi Awang Distribution of PAS-UMNO, PAS-Bersatu seats not final - Hadi Awang](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-12/81607930677_HadiawangKonvensy.jpg)
Distribution of PAS-UMNO, PAS-Bersatu seats not final - Hadi Awang
They have yet to be finalised as long as the actual date of the 15th General Election (GE-15) has yet to be announced.
Mon Jan 11 2021
![2020: A year of tumult in Malaysian politics 2020: A year of tumult in Malaysian politics](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-12/81609238837_topstories.jpg)
2020: A year of tumult in Malaysian politics
We take a look at the biggest political stories this year and what kept us on the edge of our seats.
Tue Dec 29 2020
![Maturity of Malaysian politics passes Budget 2021 Maturity of Malaysian politics passes Budget 2021](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-11/81606437385_TengkuZafrul.jpg)
Maturity of Malaysian politics passes Budget 2021
After two weeks of debate and through four days of winding up by each ministry, the 2021 Supply Bill was passed at policy level yesterday.
Fri Nov 27 2020
![Sabah polls new normal of M'sian politics - Gerakan president Sabah polls new normal of M'sian politics - Gerakan president](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-09/41600006194_TBGERAKANDOMINICLA.jpg)
Sabah polls new normal of M'sian politics - Gerakan president
The unprecedented number of multi-cornered contests in the 16th Sabah state election has heralded a new normal in Malaysian politics.
Sat Sep 19 2020
![Clear audio, dodgy video, in flagrante delicto - a true Malaysian political imbroglio Clear audio, dodgy video, in flagrante delicto - a true Malaysian political imbroglio](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-01/71578556863_TBIPOHKOYAx.jpg)
Clear audio, dodgy video, in flagrante delicto - a true Malaysian political imbroglio
Malaysian politics can be guaranteed to stir even the most jaded psephologist.
Sun Jan 12 2020