Sheridan Mahavera

Sheridan is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: [email protected]


Saturday, 07 Jul 2018 01:18 PM

I'm bound by PH promises of freedom and rule of law, Dr Mahathir tells critics

Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad reminds his critics that his second round of leadership is bound by Pakatan Harapan’s manifesto promises.

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Wednesday, 04 Jul 2018 07:00 AM

In fall from grace, Najib makes history again, today

Former prime minister to face up to 10 charges linked to misappropriation of funds from SRC International, a former subsidiary of 1MDB.

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In fall from grace, Najib makes history again, today

Tuesday, 03 Jul 2018 02:21 PM

Tok Pa welcomes Pakatan successor, 'new political culture' in rare handover ceremony

‘We have to mature… to progress in life and in politics,’ says outgoing minister.

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Tok Pa welcomes Pakatan successor, 'new political culture' in rare handover ceremony

Tuesday, 03 Jul 2018 07:00 AM

More than a dozen purged in Pakatan's first 50 days

More of those deemed loyal to previous BN administration to go by September 16.

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More than a dozen purged in Pakatan's first 50 days

Monday, 02 Jul 2018 04:33 PM

Malaysia on track for 5.4% growth despite market turbulence, says economist

Volatility seen in the local bourse due to worries over the change in government has subsided, says World Bank’s Richard Record.

Malaysia on track for 5.4% growth despite market turbulence, says economist


Monday, 02 Jul 2018 12:35 PM

GLC posts not political rewards, says Azmin

Jobs are for those with high integrity and knowledge, says economic affairs minister.

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GLC posts not political rewards, says Azmin

Monday, 02 Jul 2018 11:00 AM

Economy will be hit by reforms but pain short term, says Azmin

Moves to repair nation’s financial health involve some sacrifices, says economic affairs minister.

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Economy will be hit by reforms but pain short term, says Azmin

Monday, 25 Jun 2018 07:00 AM

Fading hopes of BN revival will cost Umno more MPs

Opposition should capitalise on government’s recent policy missteps, inability to fulfil election pledges, to boost morale, say analysts.

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Fading hopes of BN revival will cost Umno more MPs

Sunday, 24 Jun 2018 07:01 AM

Yen soft loan is to replace US-denominated debts, says minister

Credit will be used to restructure and replace certain debts with too-high borrowing costs, Guan Eng says.

Yen soft loan is to replace US-denominated debts, says minister

Saturday, 23 Jun 2018 11:00 AM

Tabung Harapan is Malaysia’s cleansing of its corrupt past

Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng says the fund is part of Pakatan Harapan government’s efforts to rally the country to break from its past.

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Tabung Harapan is Malaysia’s cleansing of its corrupt past

Saturday, 23 Jun 2018 07:00 AM

Controversial ECRL to proceed but Malaysia hopeful of lower price tag

ECRL is being renegotiated while the HSR is being reviewed, says Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng.

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Controversial ECRL to proceed but Malaysia hopeful of lower price tag

Friday, 22 Jun 2018 07:00 AM

Another BN term and there would be no Malaysia to save, says Guan Eng

Malaysia could have been saddled with up to RM3 trillion in debt, says finance minister.

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Another BN term and there would be no Malaysia to save, says Guan Eng

Friday, 22 Jun 2018 07:00 AM

You want lies? Get Jho Low to be finance minister, says Guan Eng  

Finance minister stands by his belief that honesty is the best policy.

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You want lies? Get Jho Low to be finance minister, says Guan Eng  

Thursday, 21 Jun 2018 06:57 AM

Revealing scandals and pacifying investors are not mutually exclusive, say economists

Finance minister should make truthful disclosures about the economy and pacify investors, say experts.

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Wednesday, 20 Jun 2018 07:00 AM

Ministry for reforms, inclusive economic growth top priorities for new cabinet

Near-term plans should also include reigning in government spending, tackling discrimination and allowing freedom of expression, say analysts.

Ministry for reforms, inclusive economic growth top priorities for new cabinet