Malaysia Election 08

last SG · 2008-03-03T15:00:04+00:00

Just a question, anyone of you still have the idea of reuniting with Malaysia again after seeing so many existing and potential dangers?Do you want Singapore...

crimson soldier SG

democracy...damned if you do, damned if you don't~

Skye2 SG

democracy...damned if you do, damned if you don't~

Lol. true. Anyway, my point is that the act or exercise of electing a new party through a democratic process does not necessarily mean that civil liberties at the end of the day is adhered. In fact, it may go the other way in that people have a lot more restrictions. At the end of the day, what matters is really what happens on the ground; the daily lives of people in general.

kramnave SG

PAS to extend Islamic-oriented policies to other states it now controls
By Zainudin Afandi, Channel NewsAsia | Posted: 09 March 2008 2345 hrs

MALAYSIA: Malaysian opposition Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party (PAS) said it will extend Islamic-oriented policies, which it now implements in Kelantan, to other states that are now under its control.

But PAS said such policies may take on different forms due to the multi-racial nature of these states.

PAS President Abdul Hadi Awang also assured that these policies will not affect the religious beliefs and customary practices of non-Muslims.

He said: "We will discuss with our non-Malay friends who have their own set of beliefs. What is allowed in their religion will not to be disturbed. That is their right. The freedom of religion, the freedom to perform their daily customs, which are allowed by their religion but prohibited in Islam, we cannot disturb them. That's their right which are guaranteed in Islamic law".

Mr Abdul Hadi added that PAS will scrutinise the projects launched by the central government in states under its control to ensure that they are "free of corruption and other unfair practices".

He said: "All the agreements which have been signed by the central government and state government which are viewed as positive will be continued. These projects will be examined. Is there corruption, nepotism and cronyism involved? Are they projects of public interest or meant to benefit only certain people?" - CNA/ac

Quincey SG

Those policies listed were taken up when PAS had the absolute singular majority in both the Kelantan and Trengganu State Assemblies. Based on yesterday's results, the legislatures of Perak and Selangor will be dominated by the opposition coalition - comprising of PAS, PKR and the DAP (the latter two being parties who run upon a multi-racial platform). As such, if the deliberations result in PAS taking the Mentri Besar post in Perak, they will certainly have to accomodate the secular based policies of the PKR and the DAP. Ideologues though they may be, but I'm sure they know that the key motivation after winning an election is to prepare for the next, and for any future electoral success, all three parties have to exhibit that their 'alliance' is not one of conveniance, but one which will work out for the general electorate as a whole in the future. It'll be interesting to see if history will repeat itself again and the coalition is one of conveniance or that this episode of Malaysian Politics open a new chapter for the country.

curryman SG

Congratulation to BN and Mr Abdullah Ahmad Badawi for winning in the Malaysia GE. I have no doubt that the UMNO will reviewed the issues raised by the electorates and come up with constructive policies for continued peace, prosperity and progress for Malaysia. I am also confident that BN will win back the two third majority in the next elcection as Malaysia’s economy will continue to grow in an astonishing pace under the strong and capable leadership of Mr Abdullah Badawi.

i never used any foul words before in sgF as far as I can remember but if u really meant what u said instead of being sarcastic, i would say

FUCK YOU!

BadzMaro SG

I hope Badawai doesnt step down. Stepping down now will be another step back in the administration. Because ,frankly , i dun see Najib as a competent leader. He may be worse. In fact , any of those in succession are either incompetent or just too weak to enforce anything in fear of backlash by the influenced. But Badawi staying on with Khairy beside him is also a bad idea. Not to mention Tun Mahatir stepped down just before his popularity dropped and Badawi getting the backlash of his 2 decade rule.

Lets face it , Badawi can use this opportunity to galvanise his own members , smack Khairy around a bit. A good time and opportunity to work with opposition parties and in the name of the people , a fresh opportunity to deal with corruption and nepotism ,

Just hope the opposition coalition will work TOGETHER. Because history has shown , today, that u fudge the people long enough , they are going to bring you down. The harsher you press them , the more aggressive they become.

And about comparing apples and oranges, it can be compared. And it has facts that can be compared with each other. =P

Food energy water fiber fat protein sugar vit.A vit.C vit.B1 vit.B2 vit.B6 vit.E substance = 100 g. kJ/Kcal % g g g g ug mg mg mg mg mg Apple 207/49 84 2.3 0 0.4 11.8 2 15 0.02 0.01 0.05 0.5 Orange 198/47 87 1.8 0 1.0 10.6 2 49 0.07 0.03 0.06 0.1

Democracy is not a damned if u do , damned if u dont situation. LOL.. Damned if u do , damned if u dont , in choosing the next P.M of M.Y is a situation more befitting the saying..

Thats why there can never be True democracy but benevolent Despotism . But power corrupts , and absolute power corrupts absolutely , then it brings us back to square one. So democracy now , is by far the best way to gurantee rights for citizens and governance in a more transparent manner.

Without non-muslim votes , PAS or PKR will not win so many seats. But i think the wholoe point is NOT to have national party have a 2/3 majority in parliment. That is the crucial thing. Imagine no democracy = Kim Il Jung. If there isnt one , the sepration of powers wouldnt even be in effect. There wouldnt even BE no voting. LoL!

Anyways , i remember a minister from NZ was scutinised and bamblasted by opposition and the people because u used tax-payers money to buy himself a 50 dollar C.K underwear. LoL. And he got investigated....

Anyways , i just hope opposition parties will champion a proper cause strategically. Sarawak for example , opposition are only fighting in BN- coalition main chinese area , even if by wining , they will set the chinese back in terms of represantation, while the real problem is the Chief Minister of Sarawak's party having carved out so many new constituencies to gurantee himself majority even if he were to lose ALL BN-component support to opposition.

BadzMaro SG

But anyways , its a new dawn for M.Y alright.. lets see whats gonna happen in this 5 years. 5 states , 3 which are crucial in the economy to the nation.

4getmenot SG

If they thought their elections were clean and fair, 100,000 people wouldn't have took to the streets and sent a petition to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.

they at least also can take to the streets in thousands and let their voices be heard, they at least have the courage to make a change.......can you?

SevenEleven SG

Any analysis of the last election? what do you think is the reason for the "tsunami" in favour of the opposition?

My view for the lastest lost.

1. the timing of the election. although this may not be the most favourable time, it could be the best as it can be expected that the cost of living and inflation to be going to greater height due to worldwide inflation and oil prices

2. with the social problems on minorities like indians and chineses not being addressed and the handling of the recent protest incident. This can be seen in the case of Abdullah not willing to see the protestor and the riot police using the water cannon on them

3. widespread crimes in states like Johore, KL.

4. Samy handling of the Indian issues and his comparisons on women with toilet bowls. There was a group of women activists going round with phamplets againsts the discrimations of women telling ppl to vote against MP who discrimates women. This can be reflected by the winning of women candidates

5. internal problems in BN due to unhappiness of choice of canididates

justdoit77 SG

Since when here got so many opposition lovers, pls listen to my advise, don't vote against PAP just because you see the way the opposition leaders hold their fist and shout in the crowd look very exciting and shiok.

Must have a valid reason to vote against someone.

If not sekali singapore government don't allow singaporean to enter malaysia during election period, to prevent the opposition from attending the life exercise and election course.

But again, I think PAP will still have at least 90% seats secured in next election. It is the mindset of south people to vote for stability. That's why you see most of the malaysian allowed to enter singapore are from southern states coz northern people are traditionaly more dare to vote for changes. PAP not stupid.

Shotgun SG

IMO, I think a change in the political climate in Malaysia should prove to be beneficial.

Firstly, this elections reflect that the democratic process is alive and well in Malaysia. Earlier, I was speculating that BN would still win this election and by a broad margin, despite the KL riots, Hinduraf & DAP. I am really surprised that a large number of Malays too swung around to contribute to the oppositions' relative success. Malaysians would probably become encouraged by the results of this elections and become more politically aware and active, and vote freely in the next election.

Secondly, the NEP to "abolish" the long standing bumiputra policy should benefit Malaysia economically as foreign businesses will be able to compete on slightly more equal footing. However its all too early to say anything until the policy really becomes abolished.

In a sense (pardon me for being direct), I would also say that much of BN's lackluster performance may be due to the lack of Singapore bashing in the last year. There has been much cooperation and improvements in bilateral ties especially with relatively calm settlements of traditional disputes like Pedra Branca. Kudos to Badawi for the warming of relations.

If Mahathir was still in politics, we would have endured rounds of media-hyped accusations and bashing that would have helped unify the country against a percieved foreign "bully" and taken their minds off more domestic issues.

My sentiments towards this Malaysian elections has become a lil more optimistic.

valentinoo SG

Now u know Malay's mentality. Try stay here for 20 years, u will know exactly what i mean.

so u think other race is much better? do the malays in malaysia want their country to be like singapore? mini china. i dont think so. the way malays rule r laidback what...better than kiasu singapore

kangyk SG

but facts have proven that one sided policies are not necessary good and effective. we need good policies maker and not good opposition who does not have plans. we also do not need one-sided government where they cannot make effective policies for the mass people.

valentinoo SG

history has shows that if u give power to another race who is not the native, hints singapore, they will try to take over n sidelines the natives. im sure this is what the natives malaysians r also worried off. its hard to be really fair n square

valentinoo SG

FBI SG

Opposition won Penang! =)

Anyway i can tell u, the Malaysian government will NOT let chinese overpower them. Trust me.

Uncle Ver SG SG

My wishlist for Singapore 2010/2011 after Malaysia 2008. (http://weekendpolsg.blogspot.com/)

1. The complete and utter privatization of Temasek. While I agree that Singapore does need a sovereign fund for CPF in the form of GIC, it clearly does not need two. Moreover Temasek apparently interferes with the free market(s) of the world to a greater extent and also faces more risk. I say privatize it, float it, distribute ALL of the government's shares equally to its citizens. The government can always retain a direct, but non controlling, stake in Singtel.

2. The privatization of HDB blocks and conversion of all the "leases" into title deeds. Let the people and market decide to stay where they want to, and NOT based on some arbitary social programs of the government. HDB can become a GLC and thus the money will flow to the government as the PAP wishes. However HDB should not allowed for foreign ownership of any kind and scalable subsidies should be offered to first time buyers and families.

3. Reducing the size of the government. Singapore does not need more bureaucrats to feed. Reduce the number of government employees and the number of statutory boards by means of a review, trim the fat out. Of course to start with the obvious, the ministers in charge dont really need such large salaries.

4. Further reduce NS to 1 1/2 years; condense training and the number of years in reservist training, reduce the number of reservist officers and non-commissioned. This saves money and produces a more professional army rather than a wayang (english: charade) and boosts productivity.

5. Further give more training grants, more low interest loans to local startups and SMEs etc. to counterbalance the benefits given to MNCs.

But this is purely fantasy, as Singapore Inc. would never cede central authority over almost everything.

FBI SG

My wishlist for Singapore 2010/2011 after Malaysia 2008. (http://weekendpolsg.blogspot.com/)

Why would their election change our government's way of ruling.

Uncle Ver SG SG

It doesnt. I would vote for the party that can deliver at least parts of my wishlist including the PAP and simply stating MHO. Is it what the Singaporean people want? Probably not. Maybe people can post their own wishlists on my blog.

FBI SG

Stop the nepotism.

Percentage of this coming true: 0.01 percent

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