Chan Kok Leong

Chan is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight. You can follow him on Twitter.

E-mail: [email protected]


Sunday, 17 Feb 2019 07:00 AM

Promises, economy more important than race, religion for Semenyih voters

Some are grumbling that many of Pakatan's election promises remain unfulfilled while others say the cost of living is still high.

Promises, economy more important than race, religion for Semenyih voters

Saturday, 16 Feb 2019 03:57 PM

Be loyal to the struggle, not the party, says Dr Mahathir

If the party no longer works, leave and work with others, says PM.

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Be loyal to the struggle, not the party, says Dr Mahathir

Saturday, 16 Feb 2019 01:32 PM

PAS will not back Umno in Semenyih, says Dr Mahathir

An agreement to the effect was signed, says Pakatan chairman.

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PAS will not back Umno in Semenyih, says Dr Mahathir

Saturday, 16 Feb 2019 07:00 AM

Semenyih by-election a test of pride for all parties

It will also serve to gauge public sentiment towards the ruling coalition, as well as acceptance of Umno-PAS ties.

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Wednesday, 13 Feb 2019 11:35 PM

I am a thief of hearts, says Najib after Semenyih walkabout

Former PM avoids questions on his ousted government or criminal charges, but is encouraged by turnout of supporters.

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I am a thief of hearts, says Najib after Semenyih walkabout


Tuesday, 12 Feb 2019 07:13 PM

It’s who they are now that counts, says Dr Mahathir

Bersatu chairman defends the party’s admission of six Umno defectors, saying everyone has made mistakes. 

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It’s who they are now that counts, says Dr Mahathir

Tuesday, 12 Feb 2019 06:40 PM

Economic council doesn’t mean cabinet is ineffective, says Dr Mahathir

We would have set it up sooner, but were busy, says PM.

Economic council doesn’t mean cabinet is ineffective, says Dr Mahathir

Tuesday, 12 Feb 2019 05:53 PM

7 former Umno lawmakers join Bersatu

The party's number of federal lawmakers is now 22. 

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7 former Umno lawmakers join Bersatu

Tuesday, 12 Feb 2019 07:00 AM

Umno needs PAS, Malay fence-sitters to win Semenyih

BN wants to grab back traditional Umno seat but must deal with Najib Razak’s 1MDB trials, Abdul Hadi Awang’s Sarawak Report defamation suit.

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Umno needs PAS, Malay fence-sitters to win Semenyih

Sunday, 10 Feb 2019 08:55 PM

I only write facts, Najib says of social media attacks against Putrajaya

Malaysians seem to like lighthearted sarcasm, says former prime minister.

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I only write facts, Najib says of social media attacks against Putrajaya

Sunday, 10 Feb 2019 07:56 PM

Najib sings ‘check and balance’ in Semenyih by-election

Tell PH govt you won't be cheated by sweet promises, former PM tells voters.

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Najib sings ‘check and balance’ in Semenyih by-election

Wednesday, 06 Feb 2019 07:00 AM

Najib tries to move from zero to hero ahead of SRC trial

Former PM goes on publicity blitz in bid to deflect attention from 1MDB scandal and remain relevant politically, say analysts.

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Najib tries to move from zero to hero ahead of SRC trial

Sunday, 03 Feb 2019 07:00 AM

Pakatan must avoid playing up race and religion, falling for Najib’s tricks, says Kit Siang

DAP stalwart warns of ‘traps’ which newbie coalition must heed if Malaysia doesn’t want to end up a failed state.

Sunday, 03 Feb 2019 07:00 AM

DAP’s Malay dilemma

Party stalwart Lim Kit Siang says it will take time and effort to fight the opposition’s politics of race, religion, lies, hatred and fear.

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DAP’s Malay dilemma

Wednesday, 30 Jan 2019 11:00 AM

Plans afoot to outlaw foreign funding for parties

Move follows ex-PM’s claims of Saudis donating RM2.6 billion to ensure a BN victory in 2013 elections.

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Plans afoot to outlaw foreign funding for parties