Chan Kok Leong

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

E-mail: [email protected]


Saturday, 27 Jul 2019 09:00 PM

DAP caused split in PAS, creating Amanah, says Tok Mat

Mohamad Hasan says DAP had influenced former PAS leaders to leave the party to start Amanah.

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DAP caused split in PAS, creating Amanah, says Tok Mat

Saturday, 27 Jul 2019 06:35 PM

Expect fresh elections if Anwar does not become PM, says Tok Mat

Mohamad Hasan says Anwar Ibrahim will protest if he is not elected by 2020, leading to calls for fresh polls.

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Expect fresh elections if Anwar does not become PM, says Tok Mat

Thursday, 25 Jul 2019 11:00 AM

Need to know how Awang Besul got canine distemper, says expert

Dr Mark Rayan says this is key to stop incurable disease from spreading among wildlife.

Need to know how Awang Besul got canine distemper, says expert

Thursday, 25 Jul 2019 11:00 AM

Clarion call to save critically endangered Malayan tiger

From a population of 3,000 recorded in the peninsula in the 1950s, figure has plummeted to about 200.

Clarion call to save critically endangered Malayan tiger

Wednesday, 24 Jul 2019 02:00 PM

2 Malays relate how Chinese schools made them better

They learnt better time management and self-discipline during their formative years.

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2 Malays relate how Chinese schools made them better


Wednesday, 24 Jul 2019 07:00 AM

Malays no stranger to multiculturalism, forum hears

Panellists point to intellectuals like Usman Awang and Dr Syed Hussein Alatas, warn that racial politics could worsen in run-up to GE15.

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Malays no stranger to multiculturalism, forum hears

Tuesday, 23 Jul 2019 04:17 PM

Inclusive national narrative needed to stop race politics, forum told

However, lawyer Syahredzan Johan says it must be more than just a slogan.

Inclusive national narrative needed to stop race politics, forum told

Monday, 22 Jul 2019 06:51 PM

We want 3 million Chinese tourists next year, says Dr Mahathir

Prime Minister lays out tourism ambitions, including attracting global rock stars to perform live.

We want 3 million Chinese tourists next year, says Dr Mahathir

Saturday, 20 Jul 2019 07:10 PM

PM denies cabinet reshuffle imminent

Dr Mahathir shoots down Ku Li comments about coalition instability, pointing at Umno man’s failure with Semangat 46.

PM denies cabinet reshuffle imminent

Saturday, 20 Jul 2019 06:51 PM

Dr Mahathir repeats he will not stay full term as PM

This is in response to Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah’s suggestion that he should complete his term as prime minister.

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Dr Mahathir repeats he will not stay full term as PM

Saturday, 20 Jul 2019 04:38 PM

Dr Mahathir warns Bersatu against Umno-style self interest

Prime Minister says Umno leaders historically prioritised own well-being, rejected more capable people, leaving party with ‘stupid people’ leading their branches.

Dr Mahathir warns Bersatu against Umno-style self interest

Saturday, 20 Jul 2019 07:00 AM

More Malaysians feel country heading in right direction, survey finds

It shows improved sentiment among Malay, Chinese respondents from March to June.

More Malaysians feel country heading in right direction, survey finds

Saturday, 20 Jul 2019 07:00 AM

Dr Mahathir’s approval rating up 7 points at 62%, survey finds

Prime minister's popularity rises among Malays and Chinese but dips slightly among Indians.

Dr Mahathir’s approval rating up 7 points at 62%, survey finds

Thursday, 18 Jul 2019 01:40 PM

EC unsure if auto registration will be ready in time for Sarawak polls

It will take time to design and build a new system to register voters as they turn 18, says  Azhar Azizan Harun.

EC unsure if auto registration will be ready in time for Sarawak polls

Thursday, 18 Jul 2019 01:32 PM

EC calls for voter education in schools

Information includes democracy and election process.

EC calls for voter education in schools