Alfian Z.M. Tahir

Alfian is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: [email protected]


Thursday, 10 Aug 2023 07:00 AM

Observers believe PAS will retain Terengganu despite uncertainties

Islamist party expected to triumph in state elections once again. 

Observers believe PAS will retain Terengganu despite uncertainties

Wednesday, 09 Aug 2023 07:00 AM

Big defeats predicted for PSM, Muda

Observers say electorate favours major coalitions.

Big defeats predicted for PSM, Muda

Tuesday, 08 Aug 2023 12:18 PM

Activists call for release of children detained by Immigration

Group says it violates human rights.

Activists call for release of children detained by Immigration

Tuesday, 08 Aug 2023 07:00 AM

PSM stays confident heading into polls

Left-leaning party says it is stronger than Perikatan.

PSM stays confident heading into polls

Monday, 07 Aug 2023 07:00 AM

Politicians told to focus on issues, not personal attacks

Analysts say people should be enlightened on matters affecting them.  

Politicians told to focus on issues, not personal attacks


Saturday, 05 Aug 2023 02:32 PM

IJN dismisses privatisation claim, says still treating govt servants, retirees

Heart institute is still fully government-owned.

IJN dismisses privatisation claim, says still treating govt servants, retirees

Saturday, 05 Aug 2023 11:18 AM

Bersatu seeks explanation over lead prosecutor’s absence in Zahid trial

Prosecution against sitting DPM must be done transparently and independently, leader says.

Bersatu seeks explanation over lead prosecutor’s absence in Zahid trial

Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 07:00 AM

Expert says upsets unlikely in Independent-heavy polls

Voters tend to favour candidates backed by strong parties, says academic.

Expert says upsets unlikely in Independent-heavy polls

Monday, 31 Jul 2023 11:19 PM

Pakatan-BN launch Selangor manifesto, 52 initiatives unveiled

Caretaker MB aims to make the state ‘one of the most developed in Asia’. 

Pakatan-BN launch Selangor manifesto, 52 initiatives unveiled

Monday, 31 Jul 2023 01:04 PM

Muda vows to bring back local council elections

It gives people chance to pick representatives who genuinely reflect their interests and values.

Muda vows to bring back local council elections

Monday, 31 Jul 2023 07:00 AM

Negri Sembilan MB issue won’t sway Pakatan-BN voters, say pundits

They say if long-time rivals can cooperate in unity govt, dispute won’t affect pact.

Negri Sembilan MB issue won’t sway Pakatan-BN voters, say pundits

Sunday, 30 Jul 2023 07:00 AM

Still no news of missing Myanmar activist and family

James Bawi says will follow up with the Home Ministry next week over Thuzar Maung’s whereabouts.

Still no news of missing Myanmar activist and family

Saturday, 29 Jul 2023 09:10 PM

Bersih urges Anwar to avoid policy announcements during state polls

It hopes the unity govt will comply with ‘3C’ prohibitions.  

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Bersih urges Anwar to avoid policy announcements during state polls

Friday, 28 Jul 2023 12:31 PM

C4 wants state polls candidates to declare assets

It allows for increased transparency of the financial positions of those in power, anti-graft body says.

C4 wants state polls candidates to declare assets

Tuesday, 25 Jul 2023 07:00 AM

Stop bickering, start helping Felda settlers, say activists

It's time to implement recovery plan.

Stop bickering, start helping Felda settlers, say activists