Something is just not right in Penang DAP
In politics, nothing happens by accident. If it happens, you can bet it was planned that way. – Franklin D Roosevelt, 32nd US President To political observers, it’s not too difficult to sense that something is wrong in a political party, especially when its leaders start feuding in public. Factional infighting is common in politics, […]
DAP allocates RM85,000 to SK Satria Jaya
KUCHING: The Democratic Action Party (DAP) Sarawak has allocated RM85,000 to SK Satria Jaya in a noteworthy move to enhance the school’s learning environment. The funds will be utilised for the purchase of new tables and chairs, catering to the needs of half of the student population. Michael Kong, special assistant to DAP Sarawak chairman […]
Kemaman by-election: Loke says PN has run out of ideas
CHUKAI: The actions of Perikatan Nasional (PN) leaders who keep harping on cooperation between Barisan Nasional (BN) and DAP in the Kemaman by-election campaign only goes to show that they have run out of issues, said DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke. He said that the leaders and supporters of BN and DAP have no problem working […]
Health screening campaign on Nov 18
SIBU: The Democratic Action Party (DAP) Sibu service centre is organising the ‘Malaysia Madani Health Screening Campaign’ at Delta Mall on Nov 18. Sibu MP Oscar Ling Chai Yew said that the programme, running from 10 am to 2 pm, aims to enhance the welfare of residents. “The public is invited to participate in the […]
DAP man urges immediate action on water supply issues in Kuching
KUCHING: Democratic Action Party (DAP) member Michael Kong has called on the Utility and Telecommunication Ministry (MUT) to shift their focus towards the pressing issue of water supply in Kuching. Kong, who is also special assistant to DAP Sarawak chairman Chong Chieng Jen, said since January this year, the residents of Lorong 2 Jalan Semaba […]
Stampin MP helps students pursuing higher studies
KUCHING: Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen has given out financial aid from the Stampin Service Centre Tertiary Education Assistance Fund to eight deserving students Today. The programme, started by the Democratic Action Party (DAP) Stampin Service Centre, aims to help students who are studying at colleges or universities. “I’m using my parliamentary allocation for education, […]
DAP’s exceptional showing proves Malay electorate has accepted party: Nga
PUTRAJAYA: DAP’s exceptional showing in the just-concluded state elections shows that the Malay electorate has accepted the party which has had to deal with negative perceptions all this while, said vice-chairman Nga Kor Ming. DAP won 46 of the 47 state seats contested in four states namely Negeri Sembilan, Penang, Selangor and Kedah. “Before this, […]
Umno representative to be appointed as Penang exco
KUALA LUMPUR: The Democratic Action Party (DAP) has agreed to appoint an Umno assemblyman to represent Barisan Nasional (BN) as a member of the Penang State Executive Council in the spirit of the unity government. Secretary-general Anthony Loke. Its secretary-general Anthony Loke said the matter was unanimously agreed in the DAP central executive committee (CEC) […]
DAP duo pledges support for Chow, unity govt
BUTTERWORTH: The two former DAP members who are contesting as independent candidates contesting in the Penang state elections on Saturday have pledged to continue backing the Unity Government and Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow’s leadership if they are elected. In a joint press conference, Satees Muniandy who is contesting the Bagan Dalam seat and Perai […]
DAP told governance is not limited to fund allocations
KUCHING: Governance of a country should not be limited to mere fund allocations, it should also be about bringing positive changes and progress, said Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP) Youth Central assistant secretary Liew Leong Yee. Expressing confusion over the recent attacks by Sarawak DAP chairman Chong Chieng Jen, Liew questioned why Chong had not […]