Category: Politics

Wikipedia: Another social media platform under control of the ‘spooks’ by Murray Hunter

April 29, 2024

Playing a major role in shaping the views of the next generation Wikipedia was founded by two internet entrepreneurs Larry Sanger and Jimmy Wales back in 2001. It was intended as a free open access encyclopaedia, written, edited and maintained by volunteer contributors. The founders hoped this method would continually improve the quality, relevance, and … More Wikipedia: Another social media platform under control of the ‘spooks’ by Murray Hunter

Children of highly placed Nigerians: any hope for Nigeria? #thoughts By Taiye Olaniyi

April 28, 2024

“Politics is too serious a business that should not be solely in the hands of politicians.” When ruminating, reflecting or thinking deeply on why Nigeria is what it is today as bags and baggage of helplessness and hopelessness, the stinkingly rich and their offsprings readily come to mind. The worries ooze out of the fact … More Children of highly placed Nigerians: any hope for Nigeria? #thoughts By Taiye Olaniyi

A tale of two leaders – Anwar Ibrahim and Javier Milei by Murray Hunter

April 26, 2024

For 25 years, the people believed Anwar Ibrahim would bring reforms to Malaysia. Pakatan Harapan came to power with a pledge to focus upon the economy. Now Malaysians are looking at a situation, where non-Malays perceive they have no meaningful place. After nearly 18 months in office, Prime minister Anwar appears to be continuing the … More A tale of two leaders – Anwar Ibrahim and Javier Milei by Murray Hunter

Energy Diplomacy – Southern Gas Corridor (SGC) by Zhuldyz Ramazanova

April 25, 2024

While leaning on the previous Institute’s analysis, this work will particularly examine Azerbaijan’s Southern Gas Corridor (SGC) as a strategic pathway for both the EU and Azerbaijan amidst the ongoing energy transition. The SGC serves as an infrastructure project, aiming to transport natural gas from the Caspian region to Europe. The strategic positioning of Azerbaijan, … More Energy Diplomacy – Southern Gas Corridor (SGC) by Zhuldyz Ramazanova

How East Malaysia Can Lead in Political Transformation by Carolyn Khor, Murray Hunter and Lim Teck Ghee

April 23, 2024

Amongst the advantages of an East Malaysian-led or influenced government is its potential to reject pressure from racial and religious extremism. Unlike the Peninsula, Sabah and Sarawak have historically been more tolerant and diverse in their religious and secular practices. By promoting inclusivity and pluralism, an East Malaysian bloc can mitigate the influence of extremist … More How East Malaysia Can Lead in Political Transformation by Carolyn Khor, Murray Hunter and Lim Teck Ghee

Policy Transformation: A Truly Malaysian Leadership and Ideology Is Needed by Murray Hunter, Lim Teck Ghee and Carolyn Khor

April 16, 2024

Two recent news items reveal the enormity of the policy challenges that the country faces in dealing with not only domestic issues but also in keeping up with a rapidly transforming region and world.  The first is the disclosure by PMX of our education. According to Anwar, “If we look at the bare facts, some … More Policy Transformation: A Truly Malaysian Leadership and Ideology Is Needed by Murray Hunter, Lim Teck Ghee and Carolyn Khor

Sudan: One year since conflict began, response from international community remains woefully inadequate by Amnesty International

April 14, 2024

One year since the conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) erupted in Sudan, the response from the international community has remained woefully inadequate even as the civilian death toll rises in the country, Amnesty International, Sudan Democracy First Group and NGO International Film Festival said today. “For one … More Sudan: One year since conflict began, response from international community remains woefully inadequate by Amnesty International

Sri Lanka: Unlawful use of weapons in policing of protests by Amnesty International

April 13, 2024

Sri Lanka’s law enforcement officials engaged in the violent repression of protests must be held accountable for committing widespread human rights violations, said Amnesty International in a new investigative report released today. (April 10, 2024) The report, ‘Ready to suppress any protest’ in Sri Lanka: Unlawful use of weapons during protests’, analyses the use of … More Sri Lanka: Unlawful use of weapons in policing of protests by Amnesty International