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Could Khairy Jamaluddin become Malaysia's Prime Minister?

Khairy Jamaluddin, a political figure who has captured attention in Malaysian politics, is increasingly seen as a potential candidate for the Prime Minister's position. With a solid political background and extensive experience, Khairy, known as KJ, stands out as one of the most prominent individuals capable of leading the country. One factor that could boost Khairy's prospects is his wide-ranging political experience. As a former Member of Parliament deeply entrenched in politics for a considerable period, Khairy has showcased leadership and efficiency in various roles he has undertaken. This background affords him a profound understanding of Malaysian political dynamics and the ability to adapt to changes. Furthermore, Khairy is acknowledged as a politician with a progressive vision for Malaysia's future. Dedicated to innovation, sustainable economic development, and social equality, the former Member of Parliament for Rembau has championed agendas pertinent t...

US and the killing of Palestinians - Mahathir

When in the Security Council the US refused to approve the resolution that calls for a ceasefire, 200 Palestinians were killed in the war in Gaza. Had the US agreed to the ceasefire, the 200 Palestinians would be still alive. The US is therefore guilty of killing the 200 Palestinians. 𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐍 𝐖𝐀𝐑 𝐖𝐈𝐋𝐋 𝐄𝐍𝐃 1. Israel will not stop its war against Gaza until it has achieved its objective. 2. Its objective is to destroy Hamas completely. 3. Since the bombs and rockets cannot identify Hamas, all Palestinians must be killed because among them there would be Hamas. 4. When Palestinians in Gaza are killed then Hamas personnel hiding among them will be killed. 5. The Palestinian babies and children who would also be killed are just collaterals. Besides they are likely to become members of Hamas when they grow up. So killing them is a part of the war for the security of Israel. 6. So when will Israel stop the war? 7. It will only stop the war when Hamas is no more. 8. Since this can o...

Teresa Kok, enough with the tai chi talk

  The Malaysian Chinese Association (MCA) today charted a clear course towards public accountability, leaving DAP MP YB Teresa Kok behind 'lost' in a sea of red herrings and personal attacks. Instead of addressing MCA's valid criticisms about MyJPJ and airfares constructively, YB Kok's resort to personal attacks reveals her level of maturity, and as former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher's famous quote best describes it, “If they attack you personally, they have not a single political argument left”. The MCA reiterates that its feedback on Transport Ministry policies have been solely grounded in legitimate concerns affecting the Malaysian public. The MyJPJ’s security vulnerabilities would compromise sensitive personal information, putting millions at risk; while exorbitant prices of air travel could adversely impact cost of living and tourism in East Malaysia. Highlighting these critical issues is not a sign of being “lost”, but rather a testament to MCA’s ...

CIA Declassified: Resistance of Thailand, Burma, and Malaya to Communist Pressures in the Event of an Early Communist Victory in Indochina

  SECRET Problem To assess the will and ability of Thailand, Burma, and Malaya to resist Communist political and military pressures in the eventnnof an early Communist victory in Indochina. SCOPE This paper will examine political, psychological, and military conditions in Thailand, Burma, and Malays in order to determine (a) to what extent these countries would be willing and able to resist political and indirect military pressures that would result from the establishment of Communist control in Indochina; (b) their capabilities for repelling actual military attack; (c) the possibilities for concerted action among them; and (d) the effect on these countries of large-scale employment of Chinese Communist armed forces in Southeast Asia, (Refer to Terms of Reference for NIE 20 issued by the Central Intelligence Agency 17 January 1951; only sections allocated to State/OIR are treated below.) QUESTIONS BEARING ON THE PROBLEM I. WHAT WOULD BE THE EFFECT IN THAILAND OF A COMMUNIST VICTORY...

CIA Declassified: Geographic Intelligence Memorandum on Malaysia, March 1962

  MEMORANDUM FOR: XXXXXXX SUBJECT: Geographic Intelligence Memorandum on "Malaysia" -- CIA/RR GM 62-2 REFERENCE: xxxxxxx dated 25 April 1962, same subject 1. Your comments on subject report, which was produced on short notice at ONE's request, have been noted. The following paragraphs refer to the several points of content questioned. 2. UK rights in Singapore . We agree that the GM 62-2 statement, "... the United Kingdom... will retain the right to use the Singapore military base." should be regarded as subject to Federation leaders' permissiveness and local popular attitudes. These limitations, however, apply to the British situation presently -- the British could not, for instance, use Singapore against the Indonesians in New Guinea. Similarly, we felt that the residual sovereignty possessed by the host country is a limitation on freedom of action that is generally appreciated. The report announced by Prime Minister Rahman xxxxxxx 3. Malaysia Solidarity C...

CIA Declassified: Geographic Intelligence Memorandum - Malaysia

  Introduction The federation of Malaysia* was formally inaugurated on 16 September 1963. Comprised of Malaya, Singapore, Sarawak, and Sabah (North Borneo), it has a total land area of about 129,000 square miles (slightly larger than the state of New Mexico) and a total population of more than The area and population of the individual components are as follows: Malaya and Singapore are the more advanced components of Malaysia. Malaya, with a relatively cosmopolitan elite of wealthy Chinese, Indian, and Malay businessmen, has the highest per capita income in Southeast Asia; it is the world's leading producer of natural rubber and tin. Singapore, whose population is 75 percent Chinese, is the major entrepôt port in Southeast Asia. Sarawak and Sabah, on the other hand, are characterized by their relatively underdeveloped economies and their very diversified populations, large segments of which are primitive tribal peoples. In all the components the population is characterized by its r...