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CNA | Malaysia’s fake birth certificates scandal exposes a deeper crisis
Malaysia’s constitution guarantees citizenship to children discovered abandoned with no known parents. Yet, in practice, civil servants often refuse to apply this provision, resulting in thousands of stateless children. The arrest of 10 individuals involved in a birth...
CNA | Malaysia wants 35 million tourists in 2026. Can its environment keep up?
Malaysia hopes to attract over 35 million tourists in 2026, but its current approach raises questions about long-term sustainability and environmental impact. KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has plans to bring in 31.4 million tourists this year and 35.6 million tourists in...
CNA | Why Malaysia’s political elite remains dominated by elderly men
Malaysia’s political landscape is dominated by ageing leaders, with key figures well into their 70s, 80s and even 90s. KUALA LUMPUR: By the end of 2025, some of Malaysia’s most prominent figures will be well into their twilight years. Mr Mahathir Mohamad - who served...
CNA | Anwar’s PKR leadership race won’t be a race at all – and that’s the point
Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s PKR party is set to hold its internal election soon, but a proposal to forgo contests for its top two leadership positions has raised concerns about the party’s democratic integrity. KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's Parti Keadilan...
The Diplomat | Should AI Convert to Islam?
Recently, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim made headlines when he urged young IT developers and tech professionals to incorporate Islamic values into artificial intelligence (AI) systems, arguing that this would ensure that AI serves humanity in a more ethical...