Alfian Z.M. Tahir

Alfian is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: [email protected]


Monday, 14 Nov 2022 07:00 AM

Parties must stop using recycled issues to attract voters, say analysts

Observers say voters want to hear about solutions to fix country’s woes, not political rhetoric.

Parties must stop using recycled issues to attract voters, say analysts

Sunday, 13 Nov 2022 08:24 PM

Dr Mahathir’s right-wing pact won’t get the Chinese vote, analysts say

It is a no brainer that the community will steer clear of yet another ultra-Malay group.

Dr Mahathir’s right-wing pact won’t get the Chinese vote, analysts say

Sunday, 13 Nov 2022 01:11 PM

After Anwar claim, armed forces chief says postal voting for force began Nov 7

Affendi Buang refutes PKR chief’s statement that military personnel were paid to cast ballots in Bera.

After Anwar claim, armed forces chief says postal voting for force began Nov 7

Saturday, 12 Nov 2022 07:00 AM

Observers note lacklustre campaign from subdued BN

Ruling coalition preaching to the choir.

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Observers note lacklustre campaign from subdued BN

Friday, 11 Nov 2022 06:49 PM

PAS youth leader apologises for Facebook post

Shahiful Nasir says issue of heaven, hell, does not matter if one votes for BN or PH.

PAS youth leader apologises for Facebook post


Wednesday, 09 Nov 2022 07:00 AM

Are GE15 manifestos realistic or rhetorical?

Watchdogs scrutinise promises made by country’s 3 biggest coalitions ahead of Nov 19 polls.

Are GE15 manifestos realistic or rhetorical?

Monday, 07 Nov 2022 11:41 PM

BN govt to create oversight body to appoint MACC, EC chiefs, says chairman

Ahmad Zahid Hamidi says coalition will also amend Federal Constitution to naturalise kids born overseas to Malaysian mothers.

BN govt to create oversight body to appoint MACC, EC chiefs, says chairman

Monday, 07 Nov 2022 11:12 PM

BN to offer free higher education for B40 families if it forms govt, says Zahid

Chairman declares free laptops for poor students, 5G internet access for all schools within 18 months.

BN to offer free higher education for B40 families if it forms govt, says Zahid

Monday, 07 Nov 2022 10:31 PM

BN will offer RM2,208 basic income if it forms govt, says Zahid

Coalition president says scheme will end hardcore poverty in country.

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BN will offer RM2,208 basic income if it forms govt, says Zahid

Monday, 07 Nov 2022 03:43 PM

Caretaker govt approving projects worth billions, says Rafizi

PKR deputy president stresses that tenders should only be awarded by new, post-GE15 administration.

Monday, 07 Nov 2022 03:10 PM

State your stance on LCS scandal, Rafizi tells Muhyiddin

PKR deputy president takes aim at Perikatan and its chairman for blowing the trumpet on their integrity.

State your stance on LCS scandal, Rafizi tells Muhyiddin

Monday, 07 Nov 2022 01:50 PM

Rafizi denies endorsing Tian Chua as independent candidate

PKR no. 2 says former Batu MP exercising his democratic right to stand for election.

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Rafizi denies endorsing Tian Chua as independent candidate

Monday, 07 Nov 2022 07:00 AM

Challengers think Batu winnable as incumbent is ‘raw and fresh’, say observers

Prabakaran is being perceived as being too inexperienced for the seat and its many issues. 

Challengers think Batu winnable as incumbent is ‘raw and fresh’, say observers

Sunday, 06 Nov 2022 10:09 PM

Perikatan will create one million jobs if it wins polls, says Muhyiddin

Chairman also promises to continue with Budget 2023 initiatives proposed by Ismail Sabri’s administration.

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Perikatan will create one million jobs if it wins polls, says Muhyiddin

Friday, 04 Nov 2022 11:00 AM

Dropped PKR lawmakers urge new govt to repeal sedition act, tackle poverty

PH's failure to abolish the law when it had the chance has been slammed by critics.

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Dropped PKR lawmakers urge new govt to repeal sedition act, tackle poverty