Desmond Davidson

Desmond is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight. You can follow him on Facebook.

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Friday, 13 Sep 2024 04:35 PM

Sarawak’s pursuit of rights not anti-federalism, says Abang Jo

Premier says state exercising authority granted constitutionally.

Sarawak’s pursuit of rights not anti-federalism, says Abang Jo

Thursday, 05 Sep 2024 05:43 PM

MACC arrests 2 enforcement officers over bribery probe

Agency says duo accused of allegedly soliciting RM10,000. 

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MACC arrests 2 enforcement officers over bribery probe

Thursday, 05 Sep 2024 05:20 PM

Thai farmer eyes Sarawak to plant aromatic coconuts for global market

State with its vast swaths of land seen as ideal location, says agricultural expert.

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Thai farmer eyes Sarawak to plant aromatic coconuts for global market

Tuesday, 27 Aug 2024 02:49 PM

Indigenous tribes demand end to logging in Baram Peace Park

They have handed over a petition to the state govt.   

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Indigenous tribes demand end to logging in Baram Peace Park

Saturday, 27 Jul 2024 06:20 PM

Sabah lawyer suggests way to end 40% revenue dispute 

Legal practitioner says collect taxes, then give Putrajaya its due.

Sabah lawyer suggests way to end 40% revenue dispute 


Sunday, 16 Jun 2024 08:00 AM

The truth about Sarawak crocodiles

The Iban revere the reptile, refusing to kill it for food or safety.

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The truth about Sarawak crocodiles

Wednesday, 05 Jun 2024 03:57 PM

Some quarters envious of the state’s economic success out to destablise Sarawak, says premier

These quarters working to destablise ruling GPS

Some quarters envious of the state’s economic success out to destablise Sarawak, says premier

Friday, 24 May 2024 06:27 PM

Why tinker with the seat allocations, Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu asks

This can open the floodgates which will backfire on the ruling coalition.

Why tinker with the seat allocations, Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu asks

Tuesday, 07 May 2024 02:30 PM

Too easy to change Padu password, says Sarawak minister

Security, integrity of personal data cannot be taken lightly, says Sharifah Hasidah.

Too easy to change Padu password, says Sarawak minister

Wednesday, 17 Apr 2024 07:10 PM

Tourism minister slams MAB for failing to maintain Kuching international airport

Steady stream of complaints on the state of the airport.

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Tourism minister slams MAB for failing to maintain Kuching international airport

Wednesday, 17 Apr 2024 03:16 PM

Petronas to increase supply of natural gas to Sarawak to feed new Bintulu gas turbine, says premier

Power station, when commissioned in 2028, will generate 1,500Mw of electricity.

Petronas to increase supply of natural gas to Sarawak to feed new Bintulu gas turbine, says premier

Sunday, 14 Apr 2024 07:00 AM

Worsening race relations can be arrested if Putrajaya gets act together, say analysts

Govt has failed to provide alternative narrative to hate speech dominating social media, says one expert.

Worsening race relations can be arrested if Putrajaya gets act together, say analysts

Saturday, 20 Jan 2024 04:57 PM

Bersih says ‘no DNAA’ to graft cases involving politicians

If it continues to be granted, people’s trust in public institution will be eroded, says group.

Bersih says ‘no DNAA’ to graft cases involving politicians

Tuesday, 16 Jan 2024 05:26 PM

Sarawak’s cascading dam plan hits first hurdle

Group, senator want more information and engagement from premier.

Sarawak’s cascading dam plan hits first hurdle

Saturday, 13 Jan 2024 12:11 PM

Lawyers say govt cannot accede Najib’s request to remove Netflix documentary

Group calls potential approval unlawful, criticises Putrajaya for considering ex-PM’s bid.

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Lawyers say govt cannot accede Najib’s request to remove Netflix documentary