Public Holidays in Sabah: A Change in Celebration
Official Birthday of Sabah's Governor
March 30 has been designated as a public holiday for Sabah in conjunction with the official birthday celebration of the state's governor, Musa Aman. This announcement was made...
Water Tariff Review: A Divisive Issue in Malaysia
The Debate Begins
PETALING JAYA: A proposed water tariff review has divided public opinion – while some see it as crucial for better infrastructure, others fear it will worsen the financial burden of...
Government Service Efficiency Commitment Bill 2025 and Other Important Legislation Passed by Dewan Negara
The Dewan Negara has passed the Government Service Efficiency Commitment Bill 2025, which aims to enhance public sector services' quality, efficiency, and effectiveness. The bill was...
Ministry Launches Public Sector AI Adaptation Guidelines
The Ministry of Digital has launched the Public Sector AI Adaptation Guidelines, a key initiative to help government agencies adopt artificial intelligence (AI) responsibly. The 158-page guidelines provide an overview of AI, ethical...
The Evolution of Public Libraries in Malaysia
Breaking the Stigma
Petaling Jaya: Librarians Association president Dr Ghazali Mohamed Fadzil said that many people imagine public libraries in Malaysia as drab places with shelves filled with books. However, this is not the...
Staying True to the Spirit: Whistleblower Protection Amidst Institutional Reforms
A recent development surrounding the proposed amendments to the Whistleblower Protection Act 2010 raised concerns about the protection afforded to whistleblowers in Malaysia. Specifically, Law and Institutional Reform Minister Azalina...
Enhancing Transparency and Combatting Corruption in Public Procurement
A System for Direct Transfers Reduces Risk of Corruption
MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki has emphasized the importance of digital platforms in enhancing transparency in public procurement. According to Azam, a system that...
The Growing Threat of Non-Communicable Diseases and the Need for Extended Public Park Hours
Introduction
The probability of dying from non-communicable diseases is expected to rise to 19.4% this year and 20% by 2030, according to a research paper titled "The...
Police Warn Against Unauthorized Rally at Palace of Justice
Putrajaya Police Chief Issues Statement
The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has advised the public not to participate in a rally scheduled to take place at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya tomorrow,...
Reforming the GLC Ecosystem: A Key to Reducing Corruption in Malaysia
The Need for Transparency in Government-Linked Companies
PETALING JAYA: The web of government-linked companies (GLCs) must be subject to public scrutiny if there is to be meaningful reform in the...
