Why PN must reignite interest in the IRC
The government today should present the IRC report in Parliament to ensure that the government’s commitment to reforming the public institutions can be continued.
Democracy
Reforming the Dewan Negara Part 1
Several inherent structural flaws in Dewan Negara have prevented the chamber from reaching its full potential as second chamber to debate government legislation in a more holistic manner.
Addressing ‘new norms’ of party-hopping
Legislation like UK’s Fixed-Term Parliaments Act serves as a check and balance to the powers of a prime minister and prevent any possibilities of dissolving parliament and setting election dates based on favourable political arrangements.
Why Dewan Negara should be made part of Malaysia’s Covid-19 success story
Dewan Negara should lead to a healthy debate on policy issues rather than political rhetoric synonymous with the Dewan Rakyat. Covid-19 has been an opportunity to have a relook at the Dewan Negara as an important part of the government’s check & balance.
Managing a triple crisis in Malaysia
Ever since the first case of COVID-19 emerged on 25 January, Malaysia has been battling not one, not two, but three crises.
Can Malaysian parliament hold a virtual conference?
At a time when the fight of Covid-19 looks to be far from over, we must adapt to the “new normal” without compromising parliamentary democracy.
Reformasi Parlimen: Tinjauan Tiga Tahun Penubuhan Kamar Khas di Parlimen Malaysia
Kajian ini memberi gambaran perkembangan Kamar Khas di Parlimen Malaysia yang tidak mengalami sebarang perubahan substantif, namun telah memberi ruang untuk Ahli Parlimen membawa isu-isu rakyat, sama ada di peringkat nasional atau kawasan.
Peranan Parlimen dalam pembangunan ekonomi negara berdepan normal baharu
Parliament plays a pivotal role in building the nation’s economy in the new normal.
Dewan Undangan Negeri Sabah contoh terbaik fungsi Parlimen ketika COVID-19
Sabah State Legislative Assembly demonstrated great example as a legislature which democratically and effectively fit the new normal under Covid-19.
Pandemic a chance for governments to prove themselves or stumble
Covid-19 is today’s test, and provides numerous opportunities for our governments to prove themselves up to the task of protecting the public good.