Consider This: Federalism - When States Want More
Recently Johor and Penang have made headlines with their push for a larger share of the taxes they collect. Johor, at the urging of regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, is seeking 20 to 30 percent of its collected taxes, while Penang is seeking 20 percent. These demands are raising important questions about decentralisation and financial autonomy. Additionally, Sabah and Sarawakâs unique position under the MA63 adds to the complexity of these discussions. How should Malaysia navigate the demands for greater funds? On the episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to economist Professor Dr Jomo Kwame Sundaram, and Dr Tricia Yeoh, CEO of IDEAS Malaysia.
Fri Jun 28 2024
![SpaceX sued by engineers fired after accusing Elon Musk of sexism SpaceX sued by engineers fired after accusing Elon Musk of sexism](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81718268608_SpaceXFalconrock.jpg)
SpaceX sued by engineers fired after accusing Elon Musk of sexism
Former employees claim they were illegally fired for raising concerns about gender discrimination and sexual harassment against women.
Thu Jun 13 2024
![6,034 new contract teachers assigned in schools nationwide: MoE 6,034 new contract teachers assigned in schools nationwide: MoE](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/81670644018_TBGURUAJARjpg.jpg)
6,034 new contract teachers assigned in schools nationwide: MoE
Move is a significant step towards addressing staffing gaps, enhancing teaching workforce, raising educational standards across the country
Wed Apr 17 2024
![North Korea's first spy satellite is 'alive', can manoeuvre, expert says North Korea's first spy satellite is 'alive', can manoeuvre, expert says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/61705378157_KimJongUn.jpg)
North Korea's first spy satellite is 'alive', can manoeuvre, expert says
The orbit-raising manoeuvre was a surprise as the presence of an onboard propulsion system was unexpected.
Wed Feb 28 2024
![China's childcare costs among highest in world-think tank China's childcare costs among highest in world-think tank](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/71689720749_heatwave.jpg)
China's childcare costs among highest in world-think tank
Raising children also leads to a reduction in women's paid work hours and wage rates, while men's livelihoods remain largely unchanged.
Fri Feb 23 2024
![UK economy performs worse than initial estimates in last two quarters UK economy performs worse than initial estimates in last two quarters](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/41697733053_leavesTeessideUnive.jpg)
UK economy performs worse than initial estimates in last two quarters
The UK economy shrank between July and September, raising the risk of the country dipping into a recession, according to revised official figures.
Fri Dec 22 2023
![Ban on raising banners, chanting takbir at freedom for Palestine rally not govt's stand Ban on raising banners, chanting takbir at freedom for Palestine rally not govt's stand](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/61698125351_parlimen.jpg)
Ban on raising banners, chanting takbir at freedom for Palestine rally not govt's stand
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the ban is at the discretion of the organisers responsible for ensuring peace.
Tue Oct 24 2023
![Madonna more determined to help others' after recent hospital stay Madonna more determined to help others' after recent hospital stay](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-11/81480046658_madonna.jpg)
Madonna more determined to help others' after recent hospital stay
The US hitmaker urged her fans to donate to a charity, which helps orphaned children in the African country Malawi.
Thu Aug 17 2023
![[COLUMNIST] Uplifting middle-wage workers using a progressive wage model [COLUMNIST] Uplifting middle-wage workers using a progressive wage model](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-06/71624746038_WangRinggit.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Uplifting middle-wage workers using a progressive wage model
In the M'sian context, raising wages in a low-wage economy is undeniably crucial to uplift living standards and reducing income inequality.
Tue Jul 25 2023
![South Korean doctors flee paediatrics as low birth rate bites South Korean doctors flee paediatrics as low birth rate bites](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/41688705211_Pediatrician.jpg)
South Korean doctors flee paediatrics as low birth rate bites
South Korea is facing a shortage of paediatricians, leaving hospitals unable to fill posts and raising risks for children's health.
Fri Jul 07 2023
![BNM to keep OPR at 3 pct until year-end - Research firms BNM to keep OPR at 3 pct until year-end - Research firms](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/71685074291_BankNegaraMalaysia.jpg)
BNM to keep OPR at 3 pct until year-end - Research firms
BNM kept the OPR at 3.00 pct at its July 5-6 Monetary Policy Committee meeting, after raising by 25 basis points at the May 2-3 meeting.
Fri Jul 07 2023
![Visit to KLIA aims to protect immigration's integrity - PM Anwar Visit to KLIA aims to protect immigration's integrity - PM Anwar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/61688351945_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Visit to KLIA aims to protect immigration's integrity - PM Anwar
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said his surprise visit to KLIA was aimed at raising the credibility and integrity of the Immigration Department.
Mon Jul 03 2023
It's About YOUth: Raising the bar for preschool education
Preschool serves as the starting point for a child's lifelong learning journey, but there remains a void in investment. Aija Rinkinen and Tham Yin Yee from the World Bank address the gaps in early childhood education in Malaysia and improving the quality of teachers.
Fri Jun 23 2023
![Biden says expects to reach agreement with Republicans on raising debt limit Biden says expects to reach agreement with Republicans on raising debt limit](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/71684130603_JoeBiden.jpg)
Biden says expects to reach agreement with Republicans on raising debt limit
US President Joe Biden says he is "optimistic" about his talks with Republicans on raising the debt ceiling and will likely meet with congressional leaders on Tuesday, reported Sputnik.
Mon May 15 2023
![Syed Saddiq never told anyone fund-raising proceeds for reimbursing him - Prosecution Syed Saddiq never told anyone fund-raising proceeds for reimbursing him - Prosecution](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/51681108376_TBSYEDSADDIQ.jpg)
Syed Saddiq never told anyone fund-raising proceeds for reimbursing him - Prosecution
The two fund-raising programmes were the 'Makan Amal Muo' and 'Fund Raising Battle for Johor', which raised RM120,000 in total.
Tue Apr 11 2023