Latest Columns/Op-Eds
North Korea and Malaysia’s predictable diplomatic divorce
Prof. James Chin says Malaysia is the perfect gateway to the rest of the world for the North Koreans, meaning that it can act as a conduit internationally
‘Explore long and viable solution to reduce waste’
Prof. Agamuthu, a solid and hazardous waste management specialist, speaks on Malaysia's effective management of healthcare waste. He elaborates on key improvements for household waste management in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
my Say: Fairness is the virtue that can reset the world
Dr Ooi Kee Beng says a fair attitude towards fellow humans is not only its own reward; in the larger scheme of things, it is enlightened self-interest.
Climate and environmental Governance: Building cooler cities for a cooler future
Prof G Reuben Clements and Andrew Fan argue that If we want to have a cooler future, sacrificing more forests for urban development is no longer a viable option.
TWOAS: A bold experiment to increase women’s representation
Prof Wong Chin Huat weighs in on increasing the number and the role of female representatives in Malaysia's Parliament.
my Say: In a pandemic, science and statesmanship must tactically converge
Dr Ooi comments that while scientists are not necessarily proficient in handling a public pandemic, politicians do not excel in being their managers either.
MYSay: A menu of remedies to deal with party-hopping
Danesh Chacko, Research Analyst, writes in to recommend two policy options to manage political hopping in Malaysia.
Is Malaysia heading for ‘BorneoExit’? Why some in East Malaysia are advocating for secession
In light of the 2020 Sabah state elections, Prof. James Chin discusses historical grievances related to East Malaysia.
COMMENT | Collect household waste with dedicated system, prevent Covid-19
Prof. Agamuthu, a solid and hazardous waste management specialist, speaks on Malaysia's effective management of healthcare waste. He elaborates on key improvements for household waste management in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
MySay: Will coronavirus bring crucial epiphanies to redeem the human species?
Dr. Ooi Kee Beng proposes ethical changes to spur societal improvement under the new normal imposed by COVID-19.
Radio Interview: Do Register to Vote!
Danesh Prakash Chacko, JCI Research Analyst, speaks about the need of Malaysians to register as voters and coming out to vote.
Comment | Amphibian politicians: Remove MPs who breach oath
Danesh Prakash Chacko, JCI Research Analyst, presents remaining two options on managing defecting politicians in Malaysia.
Comment | Amphibian politicians: Options to manage them
Danesh Prakash Chacko, JCI Research Analyst, presents two out of four options on managing defecting politicians in Malaysia.
Party defections in Malaysia: Managing the ‘frogs’
Danesh Prakash Chacko, a Research Analyst, discusses two main approaches on how to manage the issue of political defections
Are parliamentary committees ‘suspended’ now?
Prof Wong Chin Huat summarises the debate on the status of parliamentary select committee--offering his interpretation that committees are already practically “suspended”.