Alfian Z.M. Tahir

Alfian is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: [email protected]


Monday, 05 Dec 2022 07:00 AM

Zahid, Mat Sabu can win back rural Malay support, say analysts

Observers say question is whether ministers will offer reform or more of the same.

Zahid, Mat Sabu can win back rural Malay support, say analysts

Sunday, 04 Dec 2022 07:00 AM

DPM Zahid will strengthen grip on Umno, say pundits

Party president looks set to regain power, influence.

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DPM Zahid will strengthen grip on Umno, say pundits

Saturday, 03 Dec 2022 03:59 PM

Fahmi says party leaders, not Anwar, called shots in cabinet appointments

Lembah Pantai MP says unity govt subject to different expectations than single-coalition administration.

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Thursday, 01 Dec 2022 07:00 AM

Anwar faces dilemma over Zahid as DPM

New prime minister having to weigh stable government against mantra of corruption-free leadership.

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Anwar faces dilemma over Zahid as DPM

Thursday, 01 Dec 2022 07:00 AM

Look for common goals to implement election promises, Anwar told

Experts say move vital to maintain harmony of unity govt.

Look for common goals to implement election promises, Anwar told


Wednesday, 30 Nov 2022 05:51 PM

Rulers demand politicians cease divisive racial, religious comments

Sultans call on government to lead spirit of togetherness.

Rulers demand politicians cease divisive racial, religious comments

Tuesday, 29 Nov 2022 06:17 PM

Police investigating PAS MP for Anwar Israeli agent claim

Bukit Aman says it is looking into possible criminal defamation and breach of the peace.

Police investigating PAS MP for Anwar Israeli agent claim

Monday, 28 Nov 2022 07:00 AM

It's a coalition govt, say analysts

Political scientist says Anwar's administration is not a unity govt as widely branded.

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It's a coalition govt, say analysts

Sunday, 27 Nov 2022 05:58 PM

Wan Rosdy to be Pahang MB in BN-Pakatan state govt

Pahang Sultan approves appointment, swearing in at 11am tomorrow.

Wan Rosdy to be Pahang MB in BN-Pakatan state govt

Sunday, 27 Nov 2022 11:10 AM

King’s unity govt offer included rotation of PM post, says Muhyiddin aide

Marzuki says ex-PM signed agreement but expressed his disapproval.

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King’s unity govt offer included rotation of PM post, says Muhyiddin aide

Sunday, 27 Nov 2022 07:00 AM

Competent ministers in, special envoys out, say analysts

They push for PM to make better judgments regarding his cabinet members.

Competent ministers in, special envoys out, say analysts

Saturday, 26 Nov 2022 07:00 AM

Business players tell Anwar they need stability, foreign investments

They want new govt to pump in extra resources for entrepreneurs.

Business players tell Anwar they need stability, foreign investments

Friday, 25 Nov 2022 12:51 PM

Dr Mahathir congratulates Anwar

Ex-premier wishes new prime minister all the best.

Dr Mahathir congratulates Anwar

Friday, 25 Nov 2022 07:00 AM

Unity govt suits multiracial Malaysia, say pundits

Doctrine easily understood by ordinary folk.  

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Unity govt suits multiracial Malaysia, say pundits

Thursday, 24 Nov 2022 07:00 PM

Pakatan chairman's path to becoming nation’s 10th PM 

Following days of political impasse, Anwar is officially sworn in.

Pakatan chairman's path to becoming nation’s 10th PM