Meritocracy: Affirmative actions necessary but need not be race-based - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said one cannot have absolute meritocracy when there is no fairness.
Wed Nov 15 2023
Affirmative action policies should extend from race-based to need-based - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said if the policies were considered to be too focused on race, it would create animosity and anxiety.
Mon Aug 21 2023
Need for affirmative action to transform environmental policy - Wan Junaidi
Wan Junaidi said current environmental issues affecting the nation and the world require contemporary approaches.
Fri Dec 10 2021
Rethinking and reconceptualising the affirmative action agenda in Malaysia
The term, "keluarga", evokes one of the most basic instincts and is the fundamental social expression of what it means to be human.
Fri Oct 08 2021
Needs-based policies regardless of race, not driven by identity politics
If we have to put in place a race-based affirmative action, it must be subservient to a need-based policy.
Mon Apr 05 2021
Make agriculture a career choice, Saravanan urges youths
Saravanan says the agriculture sector offered products that are always relevant and has a wide market for products that are used by everyone daily.
Sat Jul 01 2017
Do not politicise issue of funds to NAAM - Ahmad Shabery
Ahmad Shabery said a report could be lodged with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission if there were elements of abuse of power.
Wed Mar 30 2016
George Clooney weighs in on diversity, Sharpton urges Oscar 'tune out'
George Clooney and British actor David Oyelowo joined those calling for affirmative action in Hollywood to address racial disparity.
Wed Jan 20 2016
US court upholds university's affirmative action plan
A US federal appeals court on Tuesday upheld the use of race for admissions to the University of Texas.
Wed Jul 16 2014
Najib: Growing gap between rich and poor a pressing issue
Inequality remains a concern in Malaysia and the government is working to find the right balance between affirmative action and individual opportunity.
Thu May 22 2014
RM37 million allocation to implement Indian youth entrepreneur programme - Khairy
Through a RM37-million allocation, many programmes could be held with the co-operation of the Malaysian Indian Entrepreneurs Cooperative (KUIMB) and the New Affirmative Action Movement (NAAM).
Sat Apr 12 2014
NAAM to empower Indian youths economy
The Indian Youths in the country will be empowered through the New Affirmative Action Movement (NAAM), said its founder and Youth and Sports Deputy Minister Datuk M. Saravanan.
Sun Feb 09 2014
Replace affirmative action policies with Amanah plan, says Ku Li
Former Finance Minister Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah has proposed a new economic plan to replace the spirit of the New Economic Policy (NEP) for a better future of the country.
Thu Sep 26 2013
The Amanah Plan -- Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah
Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah has stressed that the government's affirmative economic plans has to be replaced with the National Stakeholders' Economic Action Plan or Amanah Plan
Thu Sep 26 2013
Let all races compete on a level playing field
Chinese, Malay, Indian, whatever. ZAN AZLEE writes, if we're Malaysian, then we're Malaysian. Band together to be stronger together.
Thu Jul 11 2013
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024