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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaa7lAJ1hKY Madani Govt. Challenges - by Dr K N Singh
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 8, 2024: Is one year enough for Anwar Ibrahim’s so-called Madani Unity Government to reform Malaysia?
The answer is obviously no. It will take more than five years to clear the shit the corrupt Umno-led Alliance-Barisan Nasional had passed since Merdeka (Independence) 1957.
What Malaysians must ask is: Are there any signs that show Malaysia’s 10th Prime Minister (PMX) Anwar Ibrahim is trying to reform the country, albeit slowly.
After all, Rome was not made in a day and patience is the key to a successful reformation.
A key indicator is the Government’s clampdown on the corrupt that includes the “big fish” or ikan jerung (sharks).
And the ikan jerung are all super filthy rich and have much corrupt money at their disposal to cause political havoc aimed at getting rid of heir threat - PMX Anwar.
Don’t you think Malaysians have had enough of moves? (Sheraton Move, London Move, Dubai Move).
So, it is time to move the corrupt ikan bilis (anchovies) and ikan jerung to Sungai Buloh (the five-star Bamboo River Resort).
Come Jan 31, Malaysians have a new hope for a progressive Malaysia when the 17th Yang di-Pertuan Agong (King), Johor’s Sultan Ibrahim ibni Sultan Iskandar, ascends the throne.
Malaysians have high hopes of a brighter future for them and their country as both PMX Anwar and the King have made it their priority to rope in the corrupt, especially the super rich politicians who had held high public office.
That is now sending the shivers down the spine of the corrupt.
Obviously, Malaysians have to be patient with PMX Anwar and give him more time to turn things around that had taken root for more than 60 years since Merdeka.
Do Malaysians have the patience? Or will they opt for the Taliban-like PAS and Perikatan Nasional (PN) led by the racist Muhyiddin “I Am Malay First” Yassin in the 16th General Election which must be held in 2027.
No News Is Bad News reproduces above a video clip of the views of a Johorean and below, a Malay Mail news clip on the Madani Government’s challenges:
Civil group commends Anwar govt for Madani framework and discourse space, but concerned over sluggish progress of reforms
CSO Platform for Reform chairman Jerald Joseph together with steering committee pose for a picture at the ‘One Year of the Unity Government of Malaysia’ press conference in Petaling Jaya December 4, 2023. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
By R. Loheswar
Monday, 04 Dec 2023 8:35 PM MYT
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s administration has made strides in implementing crucial reforms, particularly notable in the abolition of the death penalty while his Madani framework has received acclaim for its inclusivity, fairness, and equity.
Reform advocacy group CSO Platform for Reform, in its one-year government performance review, commended the Madani economic framework whose initiative aims to enhance transparency in managing public finances and fiscal risks, especially concerning revenue, expenditure, loans, and debt with the enactment of the Fiscal Responsibility Act in October.
“From October 2022 to October 2023 the platform was able to engage with Anwar’s government at 36 per cent compared to 17 per cent for the same duration of 12 months (October 2021 to October 2022) with Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob’s government.
“This is a 19 per cent increase in strategic activities which showed that the space for reform agenda discussion is more encouraging and that it is a better time for civil society to engage with stakeholders,” said the platform’s steering committee chairman Jerald Joseph.
The report focused on four key areas: governance leadership reforms, parliament and state legislative assembly reforms, institutional reform, and key law and policy reforms.
Parliament and state legislative reform were acknowledged positively, with the establishment of 10 parliamentary Special Select Committees, an increase in motions during special chamber sessions, and the introduction of PMQT (prime minister question time) and MQT (minister question time).
In terms of governance, Anwar’s initiatives to include more women as directors in public-listed companies and the proposal of the Public Defenders Act, aimed at improving criminal legal aid services for those in need, were applauded as sound governance leadership reforms.
CSO Platform for Reform chairman Jerald Joseph (right) speaks during a press conference on ‘One Year of the Unity Government of Malaysia’ at a hotel in Petaling Jaya December 4, 2023. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Policy reforms, such as amendments to enhance child protection laws and increased allocations to East Malaysia, were recognised as key steps in the right direction. However, the report also highlighted concerns regarding certain institutional reforms, including the proposal to place the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission under the supervision of the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission.
To add to that, the delay in the separation of powers between the Attorney General’s Chambers and the Public Prosecutor’s Office was noted, and criticisms arose over Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s DNAA (discharge not amounting to acquittal) on all 47 corruption charges. This raised questions about the motives behind the decision and brought scrutiny to the government’s approach to corruption cases involving senior politicians.
Moreover, the report pointed out that Anwar, holding the position of finance minister despite his previous stance against the prime minister simultaneously holding the finance portfolio, raised concerns. The government’s lack of action on undemocratic laws like the Sedition Act 1948, Printing Presses Act 1984, Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012, Official Secrets Act 1972, Communication and Multimedia Act 1998, and the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 was also highlighted.
The group expressed disappointment over Anwar’s statement on CNN declaring that the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBT) community would not be recognised in Malaysia despite him saying that harassment would not be tolerated.
Jerald emphasised the need for the Madani government to exert more effort to ensure the implementation of substantial reforms, especially considering the sluggish economic growth and rising inflation.
“Legislation that stifles criticism and dissent remains in effect and the Malaysian government has encountered persistent challenges in effectively addressing corruption and accountability concerns,” said Jerald.
Jerald concluded by stating that progress in the core priority areas had been slower than anticipated, resulting in public disillusionment and a decline in the prime minister’s approval rating to 50 per cent.
Last month, independent pollster Merdeka Center said Anwar’s personal approval rating has slipped to 50 per cent amid rising concern over the performance of Malaysia’s economy and 48 per cent of respondents said they were now unhappy with how the Anwar administration was performing.
The Anwar administration will commemorate its first anniversary this Friday.
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