Category Archives: On the Beat
One up for the Malaysian formula ( 17 October 1999 )
For the past week, Malaysians have followed the trail of the celebrity-like F1 drivers who turned up at functions to please their sponsors. They have had to kiss babies, sign autographs, pose for photographers one even opened a bank. There's […] Continue Reading
All signs point to November polls ( 10 October 1999 )
Last week, the Cabinet directed all ministers and senior civil servants to cancel their leave plans; a strong sign that the general election is imminent. Speculation is rife that Parliament will be dissolved this month and polling will be held […] Continue Reading
Artistes hop on to the political stage ( 03 October 1999 )
Asked whether he was being used by Keadilan, Ito replied he was actually the one using Keadilan. Ito, 48, as everyone in the music industry knows, is a fading star. His name doesn't ring a bell to youngsters brought up […] Continue Reading
A need to spruce up badly dented image of police force ( 26 September 1999 )
It cannot be denied that there are some over-zealous policemen who abuse their authority. On the other hand, the force has reacted swiftly by charging the constable with the killing of Dr Tai. Those who have demanded answers to the […] Continue Reading
Ready and eager for the polls ( 19 September 1999 )
For the 500 Barisan Nasional Youth leaders, particularly those from the peninsula who turned up for the three-day convention, it was an eye-opener. The Tuaran parliamentary seat is held by PBS leader Yunof Marinking, a party vice-president. The convention participants […] Continue Reading
Think before seeking a change ( 12 September 1999 )
There are many, it seems, who are willing to take that emotional position. In a democracy, demands for greater transparency, accountability and democratic space are justified. But the coming election isn't just a fight between Barisan Nasional and the opposition […] Continue Reading
We have plenty to be thankful for ( 05 September 1999 )
Wei is no ordinary shipper. He heads China's state-owned Ocean Shipping (Group) Co, which has the largest bulk cargo fleet in the world and which is rated third in the world for container cargo. For Wei, it was an eye-opener. […] Continue Reading
Acid test of multi-racial politics ( 15 August 1999 )
For many Malays, Keadilan was a vehicle for them to pursue their challenge against the Barisan Nasional, particularly Umno. To the Chinese and Indians, it was an additional choice, if they had no allegiance to the DAP. Combining its strength […] Continue Reading
All eyes on the China visit ( 08 August 1999 )
The three-day trip to China from Aug 18 is no ordinary visit. It is to celebrate the 25 years of diplomatic ties between Malaysia and China. But political analysts see the visit as more than just a diplomatic exercise. For […] Continue Reading
Silent NGOs cause for concern ( 01 August 1999 )
The first controversy was Nik Aziz's directive to state government officers not to employ beautiful women, lest their beauty affect the productivity of their male colleagues. Second, the Islamic party is still adamant that women should not contest the general […] Continue Reading
