There is a profound, almost paradoxical, power in former Malaysian Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad issuing warnings about the trajectory of Western democracy. PARIS: This month, as Dr Mahathir Mohamad marks his 100th year, the world contemplates not just longevity,...
Mahathir reshaped Malaysia’s politics and modernized its economy. He is also the source of many of the contradictions that continue to define the country today. Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, who turned 100 on July 10, stands as a political titan who casts a long shadow over...
L’ancien Premier ministre malaisien, 100 ans ce jeudi 10 juillet, s’est longtemps maintenu au pouvoir par le patriarcat politique, une méthode ancienne qui inspire toujours les autocrates d’aujourd’hui. Mahathir Mohamad a 100 ans. On aimerait lire qu’il fut le dernier...
Malaysia’s most famous political daughter must prove her worth or be left behind PARIS: Anyone who follows Malaysian politics knows the name Nurul Izzah Anwar. The eldest daughter of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, the 44-year-old newly elected deputy president of Parti...
The persistence of political dynasties hinges on three interconnected factors: Name recognition, resource control and patronage networks RABAT, Morocco: In the Philippines’ midterm elections this week, the Marcoses and Dutertes were once again front and centre in...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...