Tag: World Bank

South China Sea: Putting Malaysia’s Interests First

In Part 1, we examined why the 2016 South China Sea arbitral award continues to raise legitimate legal questions. In Part 2, we shift the focus to a more fundamental issue: how Malaysia should advance its own interests in the South China Sea. From the historical legacy of the "Malayan Sea" to recent developments at Pulau Layang-Layang, Lawyer Nor Hisham Mohd Nor argues that Malaysia must articulate a distinctly Malaysian narrative rooted in sovereignty, history and national interest.

Rosmah Fresh Evidence Bid Set For 1 September Hearing

The Court of Appeal has fixed timelines for Rosmah Mansor’s application to adduce fresh evidence in her solar hybrid project appeal, with the motion tentatively set to be heard on 1 September — the date previously reserved for the start of her substantive appeal.
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Consumers, If United, Can Help Fight Rising Prices

China's Zero Covid-19 Policy contributory factor in rising prices worldwide! PART 1 . . . If there are far too few goods and services in...

COVID-19 Dan Politik Kebencian PH Membuat Rakyat Sengsara

Oleh Nabeel Naqie Lebih 60 tahun kita merdeka dan kita diperintah oleh BN. Segalanya aman dan makmur. Tetapi politik fitnah dan benci akhirnya membinasakan negara kita. Negara-negara...

The Tale of Two Drivers

Cambodians are generally very gentle and soft-spoken, not unlike many of our Malay friends here in Malaysia. Make no mistake, having to endure the...

World Bank: Malaysia’s civil service efficiency stagnating

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 — The public sector's performance has declined since 2014, according to the World Bank that expressed concern over the sustainability...