Consider This: Refugee Stereotypes — Origins of a Narrative
Where do our perceptions of refugees come from, and are they based in truth? How do these stereotypes influence refugee-related policies in Malaysia, and what steps can be taken to address negative stereotypes both in public discourse and at the policy level? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Melati Nungsari, Associate Professor of Economics at the Asia School of Business and Faculty Director at the ASEAN Research Center, and Rachel Decruz Senior Research Associate at the ASEAN Research Center, about their research on understanding refugee stereotypes. #WorldRefugeeDay
Fri Jun 21 2024
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UMNO needs to manage perception war to move forward
Handling perceptions and taking measures to continue building the party after the disappointing results in the GE15 were among the views expressed by leaders of Wanita, Youth and Puteri UMNO today.
Thu Jan 12 2023
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Black Panther stars say film changed perceptions of Africa
For cast members of Wakanda Forever, the Marvel blockbuster had a positive impact on perceptions of the continent.
Sat Nov 05 2022
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Cashless system can improve the country's Corruption Index - Expert
Anuar Shah said they could monitor the price control and compare prices using the records in the e-wallet with a cashless system.
Tue Jul 05 2022
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'Our blood is boiling': Victims angry as son of dictator closes in on Philippine presidency
Marcos Jr. has benefited from what some political analysts describe as a decades-long public relations effort to alter perceptions of his family.
Thu May 05 2022
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Shanghai wheelchair dancers find their groove
National wheelchair-dancing champion hopes her story can help change perceptions of the disabled in China.
Sun Dec 12 2021
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RCI best measure to address negative perception of TH
The setting up of the RCI to investigate issues related to Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) is the best measure to address all allegations and negative perceptions of the board.
Fri Jul 16 2021
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CPI Score: Government commitment in fighting corruption clear, continuous - PMO
The government has never and will not compromise with any perpetrator of corruption and stern action will be taken according to the principle of rule of law.
Fri Jan 29 2021
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How to determine corruption in Malaysia?
The score indicates the perceived level of public sector corruption on a scale of zero (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean).
Thu Jan 28 2021
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Malaysia's Corruption Perceptions Index score slipping, here are the causes
The decline also has an influence on Malaysia's position, which is currently ranked 57th out of 180 countries, compared to 51st in 2019.
Thu Jan 28 2021
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Corruption Perceptions Index: Malaysia slips to 57th
Dr Muhammad Mohan said Malaysia recorded a score of 51 out of 100, compared to 53 the previous year.
Thu Jan 28 2021
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Aid distribution: NGOs should avoid buying essential goods in flood affected areas
The purchase of essential goods in bulk in the flood-affected areas was also feared to give negative perceptions.
Fri Jan 08 2021
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Social media is where fabrications of realities exist
Psychologically, what we portray on social media could reflect people's perceptions towards us because people mainly judge from what they see with their pairs of eyes.
Sun Jan 03 2021
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Perception that court influenced by political powers inaccurate - Salleh
He said the country's judiciary system followed the legislative procedure and the courts must abide by the procedure.
Sat Aug 19 2017
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Malaysia promotes moderation to counter negative perception of Islam
In efforts to address negative perceptions of Islam especially related to extremism, Malaysia has taken initial steps to promote moderation and to explain the beauty of Islam.
Sun Dec 04 2016