Alfian Z.M. Tahir

Alfian is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: [email protected]


Sunday, 23 Jul 2023 12:19 PM

Don’t punish others for The 1975’s transgression, urge lawyers

They say govt should consider livelihoods of vendors, artistes that hinge on success of festival.

Don’t punish others for The 1975’s transgression, urge lawyers

Sunday, 23 Jul 2023 07:00 AM

Observers say unity govt-opposition peace deal unlikely

Experts say both sides will continue to try outdoing each other to gain the political upper hand.

Observers say unity govt-opposition peace deal unlikely

Thursday, 20 Jul 2023 02:38 PM

Muhyiddin’s ex-aide disputes Anwar ‘proof’ on Felda debt waiver claim

Marzuki says the document released is merely an agreement on a government-backed sukuk that is being issued in phases.

Muhyiddin’s ex-aide disputes Anwar ‘proof’ on Felda debt waiver claim

Thursday, 20 Jul 2023 07:00 AM

PSM says BN hurdle to pact with Pakatan

Arutchelvan recalls party struggles.

PSM says BN hurdle to pact with Pakatan

Wednesday, 19 Jul 2023 07:00 AM

Be mindful of what you say, PSM tells politicians

Deputy chairman says caution wise in age of social media.  

Be mindful of what you say, PSM tells politicians


Wednesday, 19 Jul 2023 07:00 AM

PSM offers voters something different, says Arutchelvam

Underdog party to campaign on people-oriented issues.

PSM offers voters something different, says Arutchelvam

Friday, 14 Jul 2023 07:00 AM

Analysts say Perikatan exploiting 3R issues

They say tactic could be effective if unity govt doesn’t dispel narrative.

Analysts say Perikatan exploiting 3R issues

Thursday, 13 Jul 2023 06:17 PM

Perikatan must apologise for insulting Selangor sultan, says MB’s aide

She urges coalition not to involve the ruler in its campaigning.  

Perikatan must apologise for insulting Selangor sultan, says MB’s aide

Thursday, 13 Jul 2023 12:24 PM

Salary increment not under Rafizi’s purview, MEF says

Human Resources Ministry should be looking into wage policies, bosses group says.

Salary increment not under Rafizi’s purview, MEF says

Tuesday, 11 Jul 2023 07:00 AM

Youth reject religion, race rhetoric

Young voters want better job opportunities, policies.

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Youth reject religion, race rhetoric

Monday, 10 Jul 2023 11:59 AM

PM calls for Whistleblower Protection Act review

Malaysian history marred by power abuse, corruption, says Anwar.

PM calls for Whistleblower Protection Act review

Monday, 10 Jul 2023 07:00 AM

Young voters ‘unpredictable’, say analysts

Group may be game changer in Aug 12 state elections.

Young voters ‘unpredictable’, say analysts

Sunday, 09 Jul 2023 07:00 AM

Anwar urged to set deadline for ministers to declare assets

Corruption watchdog says statements are long overdue.

Anwar urged to set deadline for ministers to declare assets

Saturday, 08 Jul 2023 07:00 AM

Groups call for basic salary for interns

Parti Sosialis Malaysia says companies must adhere to the concept of payment for work done.

Groups call for basic salary for interns

Tuesday, 04 Jul 2023 07:00 AM

Observers write off Muda, PSM as election outsiders

Both parties said to have minimal influence on voters.

Observers write off Muda, PSM as election outsiders