It was an emotional rollercoaster, from polling night on 19 November to the announcement at lunch time on 24 November – five days of hope and despair to find out who would form the next government.
Anwar’s new cabinet: Have your say
Share with us your thoughts on Anwar’s cabinet line-up, due to be unveiled at 8.15pm. In particular, should Zahid Hamidi and other ‘court cluster’ politicians be included in the line-up?
Reformasi message reaches the heart of Putrajaya
I thought Anwar Ibrahim spoke brilliantly when he addressed civil servants from the prime minister’s office this morning – though of course he had his own chequered past when in government in the 1990s.
A new beginning for Malaysia as Anwar becomes PM
Finally, after over two decades of persevering in the wilderness, including long spells in prison, Anwar Ibrahim today becomes the new Prime Minister of Malaysia. The challenges are many, but for now we can begin a new journey of hope in a land with so much potential. Read this piece by JD Lovrenciear: Malaysia takes off with newfound hope as Anwar is appointed PM
Anwar must be given first bite of the cherry
As the leader of the coalition with the most number of seats, Anwar Ibrahim must be given the first chance to form a government and enough time to carry out proper negotiations. This is by convention. It is only if he fails that the leader of the coalition with the second highest number of seats should be given the opportunity to form the government.
LIVE – Election 2022 analysis begins at 6pm
An Aliran team of political scientists and analysts will be providing immediate reactions, analyses and insights from as the general election results roll out.
Follow the commentary on the Aliran website here.
The Great Malaysian Race is underway
The Great Malaysian Race to convey overseas postal ballots to the various returning offices in Malaysia is underway. Witness the people’s mobilisation to ensure these ballots reach home in time.
Early voting: 95% turnout surpasses 2018 figure. Is this a sign of things to come?
Early voting today witnessed a 94.7% turnout (out of 224,828) this time around compared to 83% (of 278,590) in 2018!
Election campaign comments
Who is gaining ground during the election campaign period? Share your thoughts here about the campaign so far.
Do you share Anwar’s optimism of a PH win?
What do you think? Does Pakatan Harapan stand a chance of winning a simple majority?
Nomination day comments
It is a crowded field for this general election. What do you make of the key battlegrounds in places like Tambun, Bagan Datuk, Sungai Buloh, Pagoh and Batu.
Reconsider decision to drop reform-minded political activists as candidates
Many people are disappointed about this. Aliran has just issued the following statement:
It is deeply disturbing to see dedicated politicians of integrity being dropped by Pakatan Harapan as candidates for the next general election.
Draft Penang Island Local Plan on public display
While most people are in festive mood or caught up with election fever, the draft Penang Island Local Plan is now up for public display and comment. Except most people are unaware of it.
Dissolution of Parliament reveals callous disregard for people’s wellbeing
Social reform group Aliran has come out with a media statement:
Aliran is dismayed that Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has capitulated to pressure from certain quarters for an early general election despite the impending monsoon season.
PARLIAMENT DISSOLVED: A general election during monsoon season?
Under intense pressure for months from his Umno bosses, the PM today announced the dissolution of Parliament paving the way for a general election that could be during the upcoming monsoon season.
Penang focus: Your views (October 2022)
Let’s talk about things Penang, including what the coming general election means for the state. There is an extra dimension in the polls for Penang, with multi-cornered contests expected.
Current events: Your views (October 2022)
As the general election approaches, share your thoughts on the critical issues of the day.
RECORDED: Uphold the dignity and quality of life of the people
Speakers:
- Dr Medaline Berma, fellow, Academy of Sciences Malaysia
- Dr Johan A Samad, chairperson, Sabah Action Body Advocating Rights (Sabah) Trustees
- Darrel Leiking, Penampang MP, Sabah State Legislative Assembly member for Moyog from Warisan
Moderator: Dr Felix Tongkul, chairperson, Pacos Trust
Organised by the People’s Agenda
Three infamous Penang boys
These Penang lang hit global headlines for all the wrong reasons:
- Jho Low – Shook the financial regulatory systems in several countries.
- Fat Leonard – Had much of the US Navy in his pocket: 60 admirals and 550 other US navy officers under scrutiny for accepting bribes. He is now on the run.
- Tedy Teow aka Jho Low 2 – His MBI managed to draw in thousands of investors. Now extradited to China.