Party hopping bad for democracy and political stability
KUCHING: Party hopping renders democracy pointless, says political observer Datuk Peter Minos. He stressed that it was best and wise that a law was created to stop this. “Such a law will bring about political stability and shape politics towards better days. “Those politicians who support or accept party hoping do so for both dubious […]
Unity crucial to sustain progress
SERIAN: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah has emphasised that unity was the key to the state’s success, stability and strength. He stressed that unity would also determine the state’s capability in facing challenges in the future. “Therefore, to ensure that we, in Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) continue to excel, remain strong and lead […]
Political frogs are no charming princes
One of the main reasons behind our Political instability is MPs changing parties at their whims and fancy, and for their personal agendas. — Dr Azmi Hassan, political analyst Make a guess! What is the most dangerous species in Malaysia’s political zoo? A politician friend says it’s the doubled-headed snake — which betrays you with […]
Amendment will end frog politics: Idris
KUCHING: The proposed constitutional amendment to stop party hopping is a good idea that will end the frog politics that has been plaguing democracy. State Legislative Assembly (DUN) Deputy Speaker Datuk Idris Buang, who pointed this out, added that there should be a constitutional provision to disqualify a member of parliament or assembly person if […]
Anti-hopping law vital for political stability
KUCHING: Enacting an anti-hopping law is crucial is putting an end to party-hopping and will consequently provide political stability in the country. Political observer Datuk Peter Minos said it would stop members of parliament and members of state legislative assemblies (DUN) from “selling” themselves or playing hardball with the parties on whose tickets they won. […]
Clean sweep by GPS achievable
KUCHING: The idea of a clean sweep of all 82 seats by Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) during the Dec 18 polls is not a pipe dream. Considering the various factors that come into play now and in the weeks up to polling day, plus the current political climate, the aspiration or intent is attainable. If […]
Vote for a greater Miri
A hugely complicated, centrally planned, social and economic system can only be kept on the rails for as long as people believe in it. — Paul Kriwaczek, historian “Rome wasn’t built in a day” is an expression that means it takes time to create great work. This type of great work is done by achieving […]
Sarawakians cherish continual stability
KUCHING: Sarawakians want Sarawak to continue to be a stable region in Malaysia, said political veteran Datuk Peter Minos. “I believe Sarawakians want the stable situation here to continue and I think they will decide so in the coming state election. “I must say that, on observing issues in Malaysia in the last few years, […]
Bintulu, a potential capital economic hub
BINTULU: Bintulu is capable of becoming the capital economic hub of Sarawak and Malaysia as a whole for its ability to convince foreign investors to invest in the country, said Utilities Minister Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom. The Kemena incumbent said Bintulu plays an important role in attracting investors due to its flourishing industrial […]
Voters’ rejection awaits party-hoppers
KUCHING: One of the takeaways from the recent Melaka polls was that there is no place for party-hoppers in its legislative assembly. Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) vice president Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah in pointing this out said Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB), which comprises a number of elected representatives who had switched parties, […]
