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What the Loss and Damage Fund Means for Indigenous Communities

What the Loss and Damage Fund Means for Indigenous Communities

By Raksha Pandya-Wood and Azliyana Azhari
It’s time for Malaysia to tap into the insights of its Indigenous communities to develop sustainable climate adaptation strategies.

Sea Level Rise Is a Clear Threat to Malaysia

Sea Level Rise Is a Clear Threat to Malaysia

By Raksha Pandya-Wood and Azliyana Azhari
It is imperative that adaptation measures are implemented now to safeguard against future extreme climate events.
The Battle to Restore Public Trust in Malaysia’s Media

The Battle to Restore Public Trust in Malaysia’s Media

By Benjamin YH Loh
A revised code of ethics overseen by the government rightly raises concerns about press freedom in Malaysia. There is an alternative solution.

Malaysia’s Top Court Invalidates State’s Islam-based Laws on Incest, Sodomy, and Other Offenses

Malaysia’s Top Court Invalidates State’s Islam-based Laws on Incest, Sodomy, and Other Offenses

By Eileen Ng
The court said that the Kelantan state government could not make Islamic laws on those topics because they are covered by Malaysian federal law.

No Hedging for Malaysia in Israel-Hamas Conflict

No Hedging for Malaysia in Israel-Hamas Conflict

By Collins Chong Yew Keat
Malaysia is a clear supporter of the Palestinian cause and is unlikely to bend over backwards for Western powers.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

South China Sea Tensions Haunted by European Colonialism  

South China Sea Tensions Haunted by European Colonialism  

By Saman Rizwan
The legal case brought by Sulu Sultanate heirs against Malaysia highlights the unexpected links between present day tensions and European colonialism in Southeast Asia.

After Pressure, Growing Transparency in Malaysia’s Glove Industry

After Pressure, Growing Transparency in Malaysia’s Glove Industry

By Peter Bengtsen
From rock bottom four years ago, much of Malaysia’s glove industry has embarked on efforts to achieve greater transparency and better conditions.
Frustration Grows in Malaysia Over Government’s Slow Flood Response

Frustration Grows in Malaysia Over Government’s Slow Flood Response

By Alifah Zainuddin
As politicians play the blame game, citizens and migrants alike have proven once again that they only have themselves to rely on.

Joyful Reunions as Malaysia-Singapore Land Border Reopens

Joyful Reunions as Malaysia-Singapore Land Border Reopens

By Syawalludin Zain
The Causeway Bridge between Singapore and Malaysia was one of the world's busiest land borders before the pandemic struck. 

Malaysia: Is Barisan Nasional Growing in Strength?

Malaysia: Is Barisan Nasional Growing in Strength?

By Alifah Zainuddin
The six-decade-old grand old coalition, led by UMNO, remains in a much weaker state, but it will inevitably be looking to build on its winning momentum.

Debt Bondage Payouts Flow to Workers in Malaysia’s Glove Industry

Debt Bondage Payouts Flow to Workers in Malaysia’s Glove Industry

By Peter Bengtsen
Has an American import ban and the repayment of over $100 million to migrant workers by glove makers reduced forced labor risks?
Malaysia’s Top Glove Says Virus Outbreak May Push Prices up

Malaysia’s Top Glove Says Virus Outbreak May Push Prices up

By Associated Press
Top Glove produces about 90 billion rubber gloves a year, and exports to 195 countries. 

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