Desmond Davidson

Desmond is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight. You can follow him on Facebook.

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Friday, 05 Jul 2019 01:46 PM

Secessionist Sarawak politician fires back at PM over sedition ‘threat’

Voon Lee Shan says the definition of sedition is too broad and secession is not strictly illegal.

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Secessionist Sarawak politician fires back at PM over sedition ‘threat’

Thursday, 04 Jul 2019 07:16 PM

Sarawak jittery over possible loss of tourism tax earnings

Reports say Putrajaya's departure levy may replace it, which could see end to millions extra revenue annually.

Sarawak jittery over possible loss of tourism tax earnings

Wednesday, 03 Jul 2019 09:28 PM

Ministry hunting estate owners over palm oil certification

They are biggest obstacle to achieving 100% Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil certification this year, says Teresa Kok.

Ministry hunting estate owners over palm oil certification

Wednesday, 03 Jul 2019 01:33 PM

GPS lawmakers declaring assets since 2015, says assistant minister

Abdullah Saidol says Sarawak’s then chief minister Adenan Satem got the ball rolling.

GPS lawmakers declaring assets since 2015, says assistant minister

Monday, 01 Jul 2019 07:41 PM

Sarawak activist joins fight against Papar dam

Peter Kallang turns attention to neighbouring Sabah, rubbishing government promises of development, prosperity.



Monday, 01 Jul 2019 06:54 PM

We are friends with Pakatan as long as they don't fight us, say Sarawak leaders

State politicians comment on Facebook post of group seen to be aligned with Dr Mahathir.  

We are friends with Pakatan as long as they don't fight us, say Sarawak leaders

Friday, 28 Jun 2019 08:02 PM

DAP rep calls cops to probe FB attacks on Sarawak party chief

Padungan assemblyman urges police to investigate account slandering Chong Chieng Jen for link to the chief minister's pol-sec.

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DAP rep calls cops to probe FB attacks on Sarawak party chief

Friday, 28 Jun 2019 04:08 PM

6 ‘sick’ federal projects in Sarawak get top salvage priority

Works Minister Baru Bian says those projects are given priority to be completed as soon as possible.

6 ‘sick’ federal projects in Sarawak get top salvage priority

Thursday, 27 Jun 2019 09:33 PM

6 arrested as cops end blockade at Sarawak Energy’s substation site

The blockade has compromised Miri’s electricity supply, says Sarawak Energy.

6 arrested as cops end blockade at Sarawak Energy’s substation site

Wednesday, 26 Jun 2019 04:57 PM

Sarawak to export power to Sabah in 2022

Sabah has so far agreed to buy 50MW but this 'could go up to 300MW', says state power company.

Sarawak to export power to Sabah in 2022

Monday, 24 Jun 2019 07:00 AM

Haziq has cut ties with family, says dad

PKR Santubong youth chief reportedly hiding and has not contacted any family member after sex-clip scandal.

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Haziq has cut ties with family, says dad

Sunday, 23 Jun 2019 03:43 PM

Uggah likens Guan Eng to Taju Remaong, Iban mythical leopard man

Sarawak deputy chief minister says just like the fairy tale, Guan Eng baits his victims before ensuring their doom.

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Uggah likens Guan Eng to Taju Remaong, Iban mythical leopard man

Saturday, 22 Jun 2019 09:19 AM

Guan Eng dodges queries on ‘Sarawak will go bankrupt’ claim

Finance minister had told DAP dinner that state will run out of money in 3 years if ran RM11 billion-budgets. 

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Guan Eng dodges queries on ‘Sarawak will go bankrupt’ claim

Friday, 21 Jun 2019 08:22 PM

1MDB money recipients welcome ‘chance to clear name in court’

They also offer MACC their fullest cooperation in its investigations.

1MDB money recipients welcome ‘chance to clear name in court’

Friday, 21 Jun 2019 08:08 PM

‘Go easy’ on collateral for relaunched tourism fund, Lim urges bank

Fund mooted as alternative to encourage entrepreneurs to invest in partnerships with federal govt, says minister.

‘Go easy’ on collateral for relaunched tourism fund, Lim urges bank