I am not a politician but I know politics affects the lives of all of us in everything we do – from the smallest things such as the price we pay for our utilities to the most important ones such as the future of our children. That is why I am here to give my support … Read more
Many Malaysians have forgotten how much we owe to Hindraf and its supporters for awakening the spirit of dissent and conscience of the people against the Barisan Nasional’s unscrupulous use of state force and power. A little over three years ago, it was a Hindraf organized rally against the socio-economic and religious marginalization of poor … Read more
Recently The Star tendered a public apology for its ‘mistake’ of publishing a photograph of a pork dish in an advertorial pullout on Ramadan delights. The photo and accompanying feature article were deemed offensive to Muslims during the fasting month. It is different in Indonesia where the country’s press freedom has in many ways contributed … Read more
Foreword by Dr Lim Teck Ghee Readers who have been following the progress of the MoCS ‘Walk for Democracy and Reform’ assembly in Kuching will be as disappointed as we are that the event has been called off. This development, though disappointing is not unexpected given the extraordinary pressure on Francis and the small group … Read more
The MoCS ‘Walk for Democracy and Reform’ will take place tomorrow (Aug 13) even though the police have threatened to arrest anyone seen in the vicinity of its venue at the Museum Garden, Kuching. Movement of Change Sarawak chief Francis Siah said if police had been willing to give their approval for the rally, he … Read more
A UK-based solicitor and lawyer – appointed by Hindraf Makkal Sakthi – is scheduled to meet with members of the Malaysian public this Sunday (Aug 14). His fact-finding mission is to help him better understand the situation on the ground and interview those participating in the Hindraf class action suit. This lawsuit against the … Read more
I was ‘honoured’ to be welcomed back at the Kuching airport on Monday (Aug 8) by five police officers. Immediately after I crossed the immigration counter at 6.15pm, one of them who introduced herself as ASP Angela ak Ladie, approached me and she and her colleagues then ushered me into a room. Another introduced himself … Read more
Some 17 years ago, I was absolutely delighted when the state government announced that Dana Johor, a trust fund newly set up, was to be opened up to all citizens regardless of race. Before this it had set up Amanah Saham Johor that was for Bumiputera only. My Malay friend was equally excited. We immediately … Read more
In 1974, Malaysia and China established diplomatic ties. There is a famous picture of the second Prime Minister of Malaysia, Abdul Razak Hussein, shaking hands with Chairman Mao Zedong, the Communist revolutionary and strategist who established the People’s Republic of China in 1949. Chairman Mao and the Communist Party of China are widely known to … Read more
LLG Cultural Development Centre is highly concerned about the announcement by the Education Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin in mid July that the ministry was readying a study on a complete revamp of the existing education system. The report is to be submitted to the cabinet for approval end of this year. Education reform is of paramount … Read more