Society and Media
Society and Media
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OpinionsHow Bon Odori Could’ve Been Handled Properly
There should be discussions with relevant parties to solve issues or address concerns, before making broad stroke public statements that can be misunderstood and politicised.
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Economy and FinanceSaving Malaysia 101: Depower money in politics to attract sincere leaders
Regulating money and assets in political financing weaken the greatest enabler of power abuse and corruption—attracting only those sincere enough to serve the public. A fundamental step to put Malaysia on the right track.
By Ameen Kamal -
Education and Social Policy
Conflicting interests – potential determinant of brain drain in sports?
English English Published in Astro Awani and Focus Malaysia, image by Astro Awani. The sports industry could well be reaching an “inflection point”– whereby the dissatisfaction and resentment of our athletes at the relevant governing...
By Tze Yong Tan -
Society and Media
Gurdwara Sahib Petaling Jaya Sikh Temple
Today EMIR Research team was happy to lend our hands at Gurdwara Sahib PJ to prepare supplies for the flood victims and see purest manifestation of the real Keluarga Malaysia.
By Admin -
OpinionsResponse on the was Pas leaders handled FMT reporter
English English Published in Focus Malaysia & Malaysiakini, image by Malaysiakini. Although the political culture of Malaysia isn’t like the US, the media should still be regarded as the fourth estate. Journalists do play a...
By Rais Hussin -
Domestic Policy
The 12th Malaysia Plan – cautious optimism (and need for real economic variable analyses in fiscal strategy)
It entails continuous “high” levels of deficit spending which are only moderated in response to conditions in the real economy.
By Jason Loh -
Education and Social Policy
Suicide: A hidden danger that requires more attention
More precious lives of Malaysians can be saved when the government is serious about addressing suicide.
By Amanda Yeo -
Bahasa Malaysia
Have we reached the peak of infection?
Having a rough idea of when the peak will be reached is important because it gives us a sense of relief the worst is over (without any implication that we are out of the woods).
By Jamari Mohtar -
Bahasa MalaysiaEconomic cheers can turn into tears if Covid-19 situation persists
The government needs to be consistent in enforcement while the people need to do their part as well.
By Jamari Mohtar -
Opinions
Trust-deficit at the heart of vaccine hesitancy, a symptom of a deeper crisis
Crises in governance and economic practices result in trust-deficit, manifesting as scepticism, hesitancy and rejection in the context of Covid-19 pandemic.
By Ameen Kamal
