Consider This: Politics - Young Malay Voters “Turning Green”?
In recent elections, we've seen a trend where young Malay voters are increasingly gravitating towards conservative political parties. This shift challenges conventional wisdom that younger generations typically support progressive reforms. What factors are shaping the political behaviours of young Malays today? And what might this trend mean for the future of Malaysia's political landscape, and our multicultural society? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Syaza Shukri, Associate Professor of Political Science at International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) and Aziff Azuddin, Research Associate at IMAN Research.
Fri Jun 14 2024
![Red Shirt's return sparks hope for democratic renewal Red Shirt's return sparks hope for democratic renewal](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/41712907346_tbJakrapobPenkair.jpg)
Red Shirt's return sparks hope for democratic renewal
Can the return of exiled politicians ignite hope for Thai democracy and reshape its political landscape?
Fri Apr 12 2024
![[COLUMNIST] The King and I - Rais Hussin [COLUMNIST] The King and I - Rais Hussin](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/61706777428_TBIstanaNegaraj.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] The King and I - Rais Hussin
Al-Sultan Abdullah of Pahang became the Agong or King at a time of profound change in the nations political landscape,writes Dr Rais Hussin
Thu Feb 01 2024
![[COLUMNIST] The line between truth and fake is blurring like no other [COLUMNIST] The line between truth and fake is blurring like no other](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-03/41647404463_MOUSE.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] The line between truth and fake is blurring like no other
Malaysia's political landscape experienced noticeable changes due to the increasing popularity of the Internet and social media platforms.
Wed Nov 01 2023
The Future is Female: Gender Equality - Politics as a Pathway to Equality
On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris explores how gender roles, stereotypes, and societal expectations shape the prospects of women in political parties, and the urgent need for change. She speaks to Dr Ummu Atiyah Ahmad Zakuan, Associate Professor at UUM and advocate for gender equality, about strategies to create a more inclusive and equal political landscape.
Sun Jul 23 2023
AWANI Global: Who’ll be Thailand’s 30th Prime Minister?
Amidst anticipation for Thailand’s new government formation, the outcome of the political landscape remains uncertain. To shed light on the implications of the poll results and what lies ahead for Thailand's political landscape, we turn to Dr. Virot Ali from Thammasat University. Catch AWANI Global.
Sun Jun 25 2023
![Ahmad Zahid outlines five new directions for UMNO to move forward Ahmad Zahid outlines five new directions for UMNO to move forward](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/71673593211_TBZAHIDHAMIDI.jpg)
Ahmad Zahid outlines five new directions for UMNO to move forward
UMNO president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi outlined five new directions to enable the party to move forward in line with the changing attitude, thinking and country's political landscape.
Fri Jan 13 2023
![Bursa Malaysia set to see cautious trading next week post-general election Bursa Malaysia set to see cautious trading next week post-general election](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-10/71664901654_BURSAMALAYSIA.jpg)
Bursa Malaysia set to see cautious trading next week post-general election
Rakuten's Thong says the short-term direction of the FBM KLCI would depend largely on the stability of the local political landscape.
Sat Nov 19 2022
![What will MUDA bring to the Opposition this GE15? What will MUDA bring to the Opposition this GE15?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-03/81646383280_benderaMUDAPRNJ.jpg)
What will MUDA bring to the Opposition this GE15?
Fairly new to the Malaysian political landscape, it remains to be seen if youth-centric party MUDA will be able to make its mark in the coming general elections (GE15).
Thu Oct 13 2022
![Johor polls: UMNO must adapt to new political landscape - Shahril Suffian Johor polls: UMNO must adapt to new political landscape - Shahril Suffian](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-02/61643983540_shahrilhamdan.jpg)
Johor polls: UMNO must adapt to new political landscape - Shahril Suffian
Barisan Nasional (BN), especially UMNO, must not feel comfortable but, instead, adapt to the new political landscape following the emergence of many political parties of late.
Fri Feb 04 2022
![Sweden picks first female PM, crisis over budget vote looms Sweden picks first female PM, crisis over budget vote looms](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/41637750555_STOCKHOLM.jpg)
Sweden picks first female PM, crisis over budget vote looms
Magdalena Andersson's grip on power is tenuous because of the Nordic country's fragmented political landscape.
Wed Nov 24 2021
![Inclusive politics will benefit the people - Annuar Inclusive politics will benefit the people - Annuar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/41631681710_AnnuarMusa.jpg)
Inclusive politics will benefit the people - Annuar
The current political landscape demanded all quarters to accept the reality of co-existence, in line with the Malaysian Family concept.
Sat Sep 18 2021
![Govt, PH sign historic MoU on political stability, transformation Govt, PH sign historic MoU on political stability, transformation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/41631532902_MoUmemorandumpers.jpg)
Govt, PH sign historic MoU on political stability, transformation
The federal government and Pakatan Harapan (PH) today created history for the country by signing a MoU on Political Stability and Transformation, paving the way for a new political landscape.
Mon Sep 13 2021
![Gov't, opposition finalise details, to sign historic memorandum of understanding Gov't, opposition finalise details, to sign historic memorandum of understanding](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2018-07/41531793782_Parlimen.jpg)
Gov't, opposition finalise details, to sign historic memorandum of understanding
With the signing of the memorandum, focus and priority will be given by both parties to carving out a new political landscape.
Mon Sep 13 2021
![Parliament transformation: 'It can change country's political landscape for the better' - Annuar Parliament transformation: 'It can change country's political landscape for the better' - Annuar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-08/51630058376_AnnuarMusa.jpg)
Parliament transformation: 'It can change country's political landscape for the better' - Annuar
The Federal government's offer to bring transformation in Parliament and the government can change the country's political landscape from one that is 'confrontational', to not too partisan in nature.
Fri Sep 10 2021