![Govt remains committed to implementing structural reforms, fiscal strengthening Govt remains committed to implementing structural reforms, fiscal strengthening](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/61686805585_Perbendaharaan.jpg)
Govt remains committed to implementing structural reforms, fiscal strengthening
The ministry said this will boost Malaysia's long-term foreign investor appeal, strengthening the ringgit.
Wed Jul 10 2024
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
![[COLUMNIST] Sabah GLC/SB: A Ticking Timebomb? [COLUMNIST] Sabah GLC/SB: A Ticking Timebomb?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41718356047_DUNSabah.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Sabah GLC/SB: A Ticking Timebomb?
Much has been discussed concerning the issues plaguing government linked/investment companies and statutory bodies in Malaysia, along with the critical reforms needed, at least on national level.
Fri Jun 14 2024
![Time to embrace serious reforms in pension, retirement framework - PM Time to embrace serious reforms in pension, retirement framework - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41717472355_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Time to embrace serious reforms in pension, retirement framework - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said a recent survey found that 26.1% of respondents aged above 60 will continue to work until their health fails.
Tue Jun 04 2024
![Malaysia to spearhead multi-country initiatives to raise SMEs productivity - MPC Malaysia to spearhead multi-country initiatives to raise SMEs productivity - MPC](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-09/41600246980_MPC.jpg)
Malaysia to spearhead multi-country initiatives to raise SMEs productivity - MPC
Malaysia is set to spearhead several multi-country initiatives, including workshops and conferences focused on regulatory reforms, productivity enhancement via artificial intelligence (AI), and modern
Wed May 29 2024
Consider This: Bersih Congress 2024 — Reviving Reform
The Coalition for Clean and Fair Elections (Bersih) will convene a national congress on Saturday 25th May, featuring civil society leaders, youth activists, and student groups, to deliberate on strategies to revitalise the reform agenda and agitate for real change. Can Bersih as a people’s movement still galvanise public pressure for democratic reforms? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Muhammad Faisal Abdul Aziz, Bersih Chairperson, and Aira Azhari, Bersih Committee Member and Senior Manager of Advocacy & Events at IDEAS Malaysia.
Fri May 24 2024
![Protests as Taiwan parliament pushes contentious reforms Protests as Taiwan parliament pushes contentious reforms](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51716279609_parliament.jpg)
Protests as Taiwan parliament pushes contentious reforms
Several hundred people gathered outside parliament to protest against reforms and accused the opposition of working in concert with China.
Tue May 21 2024
![Taiwan lawmakers exchange blows in bitter dispute over parliament reforms Taiwan lawmakers exchange blows in bitter dispute over parliament reforms](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/61715935472_Taiwanlawmakers.jpg)
Taiwan lawmakers exchange blows in bitter dispute over parliament reforms
Even before votes started to be cast, some lawmakers screamed at and shoved each other outside the legislative chamber.
Fri May 17 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Monopoly, monopsony, civil servants’ wage hikes, inflationary pressures & pensions reforms [COLUMNIST] Monopoly, monopsony, civil servants’ wage hikes, inflationary pressures & pensions reforms](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-06/51465561680_PensionGeneric.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Monopoly, monopsony, civil servants’ wage hikes, inflationary pressures & pensions reforms
In the context of Malaysia, there's very little evidence of a surge in demand-pull inflation based on available data.
Fri May 17 2024
![[LETTER TO EDITOR] Reform the education sector or it will continue to lag behind in crucial aspects [LETTER TO EDITOR] Reform the education sector or it will continue to lag behind in crucial aspects](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/41692950552_Blackboard.jpg)
[LETTER TO EDITOR] Reform the education sector or it will continue to lag behind in crucial aspects
Immediate reforms in the education sector need to be addressed seriously or Malaysia continues to lag far behind in crucial aspects.
Mon May 13 2024
![Malaysia should grab chance to advance reforms in clinical research - PM Anwar Malaysia should grab chance to advance reforms in clinical research - PM Anwar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-03/51458097035_MedicineGeneric.jpg)
Malaysia should grab chance to advance reforms in clinical research - PM Anwar
Malaysia should seize opportunities, endeavour to advance reforms and remove barriers to clinical research, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Thu May 09 2024
![Tens of thousands of Colombians march in support of Petro's reforms Tens of thousands of Colombians march in support of Petro's reforms](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81714623302_TBColombia.jpg)
Tens of thousands of Colombians march in support of Petro's reforms
Colombian President Gustavo Petro says will tackle inequality, but have struggled to win congressional approval.
Thu May 02 2024
![Japan's Kishida says will not dissolve parliament after party's failure in 3 by-elections Japan's Kishida says will not dissolve parliament after party's failure in 3 by-elections](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/71702526392_FumioKishida.jpg)
Japan's Kishida says will not dissolve parliament after party's failure in 3 by-elections
Fumio Kishida vows to conduct reforms of ruling party and political system, resolve salary issues and take measures to combat inflation.
Tue Apr 30 2024
![South Korea set to adjust medical reforms in bid to end walkout, say media reports South Korea set to adjust medical reforms in bid to end walkout, say media reports](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51708577987_TBMedicalworkers.jpg)
South Korea set to adjust medical reforms in bid to end walkout, say media reports
South Korea says it is willing to adjust plans to raise medical school admissions in a bid to end a walkout by junior doctors.
Fri Apr 19 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Widening & deepening the corruption dragnet [COLUMNIST] Widening & deepening the corruption dragnet](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/81643274104_rasuah.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Widening & deepening the corruption dragnet
As part of institutional and political reforms, the MADANI govt under Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has also been targeting the super-elites.
Fri Apr 19 2024