Khoo Gek San
Liow accuses PAC of tarnishing his image over VEP
Ex-transport minister says Public Accounts Committee not allowing him to defend himself in inquiry.
Gender equality in New Malaysia still a distant dream
There have been some improvements on women’s rights but Malaysia still lagging behind in areas, such as child marriage and economic empowerment.
MCA, MIC free to leave, says Nazri
BN sec-gen says it is no loss for coalition if parties decide to find new alliances.
4,000 backlog of Malaysia My Second Home approvals
Frustrated agents say delays, which started last September, are hurting their reputation and the country financially.
China still a friend and business partner
Malaysia’s decision to shelve Belt and Road projects only a temporary move, say observers.
Dr Mahathir’s view of Beijing stuck in time warp, say observers
PM’s hostility towards China’s One Belt, One Road initiative and talks of ‘colonisation’ make it hard to divine Malaysia’s intentions.
Seafood in short supply due to diesel shortage
Exorbitant prices may force the less prosperous to forego the Chinese New Year staples of fish and prawns today.
Drop in China tourist numbers even at peak Lunar New Year season
Industry players blame ‘sensitive’ comments against Beijing, lack of visa-free travel and promotions for fewer arrivals this year.
Most landlords just care about rent, not race
Indians say they face discrimination when it comes to renting a home, YouGov Omnibus survey shows.
PAC summons ex-minister over VEP irregularities
2015 Johor-Singapore project awarded to inexperienced contractor through direct negotiations.
Chinese community turns to DAP after rejecting MCA, Gerakan
The Pakatan component may be unwilling, however, to step into the Chinese party's role as champion of the country's second largest ethnic group.
Hiring freeze in 2019 as economy slows
Murky policies after GE14 and trade wars add to gloomy job outlook, says employers’ association.
Chinese funds fuelling boom in durian plantations
Since foreigners are not allowed to buy land, investors are hooking up with local partners to set up plantations and frozen durian-processing centres
MCA delegates reluctant to leave BN
Leaving party which helped gain Merdeka after it has lost power is a betrayal and won’t bring back votes, they say.
Furniture sector paying price for Putrajaya’s unclear labour policies
Shortage of foreign workers in the sector has caused many of them to stop taking new orders.
