Relatives of mine working abroad contacted the nearest Malaysian embassy as they want to vote in the upcoming general election – but they hit a blank wall.
Missing in action? (updated)
Update (18 June): The CEO of US-based public relations agency 5WPR, Ross Torossian, issued the following emailed statement:
Clearly all of the American media reports regarding Maira Nazarbayev have been completely inaccurate.
“The young man Khanbolat Nazarbayev, the 10-year old son of Bolat and Maira is enrolled in a posh private school on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, a very close distance from the couple’s Plaza Hotel residence. The young man lives in New York City and will continue to attend York Prepatory Academy. It is unfortunate that this private family matter has been manipulated and exploited by parties with political interests. The family expects to be able to resolve this matter amicably in the best interest of their children. Daniyar Nazarbayev remains enrolled in the famed Sandhurst Military College,” said Ronn Torossian, spokesperson for the Nazarbayev family.
(Media had reported that Daniyar lived in the apartment when in fact the 10 year old son of Bolat and Maira lives with his parents – as can be verified with the attached document which shows Khanbolat school enrollment.)
Aung San Suu Kyi arrives in Geneva
Burma’s pro-democracy leader has arrived in Geneva to address an international labour conference.
This is her speech in Geneva:
Penang transport needs decentralisation
Perceptive statement below on decentralisation in Penang. Generally, I agree with the thrust of this piece except:
Phantom voters? Who ya gonna call?
There’s something strange in the neighbourhood. What if you come across phantom voters or other election offences? Who ya gonna call? Jom Pantau! … that’s who.
Bad loans drag at Kuwait Finance House
How did the Malaysian subsidiary of banking group Kuwait Finance House incur hefty non-performing loans over the last few years – and who was responsible?
US economy hits ‘downslope’, China real estate ‘unravels’
Some worrying global economic trends are on the cards.
Chor, how about consulting the people?
Housing and Local Government Minister Chor Chee Heung has reportedly said that the recent Penang enactment to restore local council elections is “automatically annulled” as it conflicts with federal law.
Victory for Sungai Ara residents opposing hill project
The present Penang state government has given a commitment that as long as there is no change in government, the Sunway City project in Sungai Ara will not be allowed to proceed.
Sabah CM in the spotlight now
Sarawak Report has trained the spotlight on the Sabah Chief Minister following revelations in a court case in Singapore.