So close and yet so far Nov 22, 2009
Whatever the case, loathe or like him, Chin Peng has earned his place in Malaysian history. As Hong Kong-based journalist, Philip Bowring wrote in 2003 (quoted by A.J. Stockwell in Chin Peng and the Struggle for Malaya, journals. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
World Bank: Malaysia can achieve 6% growth by 2012 Nov 17, 2009
"We anticipate that the reform momentum in Malaysia is building up and this will contribute to greater productivity growth and a new dynamism in the economy coupled with continuing improvement in the global economy, the senior economist for the World Bank's Asia ic Department, Philip Schellekens said. "There would also be a greater role for the private sector to boost underlying economic fundamentals for Malaysia's growth," he said in reference to the liberalisation initiatives in areas such as... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Sept 16 a day to mark unity Oct 20, 2009
Najib said Sept 16, 1963 the day Sabah and Sarawak became part of the nation was a momentous time in Malaysian history. On racial integration in Malaysia, Najib said the country had opted for the integration of its people even from the early days of the countrys birth instead of assimilating them. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Inaugural summit will hear youths dreams for a better future Oct 10, 2009
Harmandar, better known as Ham to his peers, is organising one of the largest youth gatherings in Malaysian history. The inaugural Youth Engagement Summit (YES), themed South-East Asia Youth for CHANGE, will be held on Nov 16 and 17 at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Palanivel throws succession ball back to Samy Vellu Sep 23, 2009
A former journalist who became Samy Vellus press secretary before entering politics, Palanivel praised the MIC leader as an iconic leader in Malaysian history who had led the Indian community through some trying times. A lesser man would have perished long ago, he said. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Close-to-home drama Sep 4, 2009
When she writes about Malaysian history, the depth and tone of description is academic. Narayanan often forgets that it is she, the author, not Rachel, the character, who was a doctor. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Looking for Kapitan Cina Jun 3, 2009
Recently it was reported in The Star that a proposal has been made to name one of 20 Chinese schools to be built in Malaysia after Kapitan Cina Yap Ah Loy, and that other Chinese personalities who played an important role in Malaysian history will be similarly acknowledged. The annals of Malaysia will be incomplete if the accomplishments of early settlers from the various communities are forgotten. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
May 13 and 40 years beyond time for a new economic policy May 30, 2009
May 13 and 40 years beyond time for a new economic policy (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Court: Siva does not have right to suspend seven Apr 17, 2009
It is a landmark case, as never in the Malaysian history is there a direct case in relation to the power of the courts and the legislature, he said. Co-counsel Datuk Mohd Hafarizam Harun, who is also Umno legal adviser, said constitutional order must be restored in Perak and an assembly called by May 9 or 10. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Najib will do well, like his father: Rahah Apr 3, 2009
"When Najib took over his father's constituency in Pekan, it never once crossed my mind that he would follow in his father's footsteps and become a prime minister himself. "But I do believe that he will be able to carry out his duties as well as his father," she said when interviewed at her home recently. She described Najib's respect for the elders as a quality that bode him well in the early days of his career in the government. Najib, 55, broke a few age records in Malaysian history when he... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Profile: Najib Abdul Razak Apr 2, 2009
Mr Najib became the youngest MP in Malaysian history after winning the Pekan constituency in his home state of Pahang, when it became vacant after the death of his father. A year later he became the youngest deputy minister and aged 29, Pahang's chief minister. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Pak Lah is ready to move on Apr 2, 2009
Today, a new chapter in Malaysian history begins when Pak Lah and Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak meet the King. Most Viewed. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
The good of the NEP Feb 21, 2009
But, Malaysian history also indicates that when the NEP was first introduced and the emphasis then was on providing poor children with quality education, the outcomes had been laudable. Young bumiputras were plucked out of rural areas, sent to well-equipped residential schools and then provided preferential access to tertiary education. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
