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Simon Harris becomes new Fine Gael leader: The 37-year-old is now on course to become Ireland's youngest taoiseach (prime minister).
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Quick Glance: Leo Varadkar: A Populist Who Struggled with Real People
- In May 2002, a young party activist analyzed the defeat of Fine Gael under Michael Noonan, emphasizing that none of the former leaders were the expected messiah for the party.
- Leo Varadkar's political legacy comprises valuable contributions, but he was never seen as a savior of the party. His ability to navigate contradictions made him a skilled politician, but he ultimately realized he couldn't balance on the political tightrope indefinitely.
- Varadkar was described as a politician who straddled conservatism and an increasingly progressive society. Despite his rapid rise in politics and popularity during crises, he struggled to address long-term challenges in areas like healthcare and housing.
- His popularity peaked during the Brexit crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic, where he was seen as a unifying and authoritative leader. However, he failed to effectively tackle long-term structural issues in Ireland, especially in healthcare and housing, as his neoliberal views did not offer compelling solutions.
Benjamin Netanyahu Is Israel’s Worst Prime Minister Ever: One man’s ambition has undermined Israel’s security and consumed its politics.
theatlantic.com/international/archive/2024/03/benjamin-netanyahu-worst-prime-minister-israel-history/677887/
'We must have the working spirit,' says PM when asked about extra holiday for Raya
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/28/039we-must-have-the-working-spirit039-says-pm-when-asked-about-extra-holiday-for-raya
Leo Varadkar to step down as Irish prime minister and party leader: Fine Gael leader Leo Varadkar became the Republic of Ireland's youngest prime minister in ...
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YOURSAY | Anwar as PM again? The people will decide: 'It will all depend on the current government's performance.'
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Saifuddin: We want Anwar to serve second term as PM: Undecided on cooperation with BN in GE16, says PKR sec-gen.
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PSM urges PM to douse KK Mart 'fire', address nation: Anwar must make a strong stand to cool rising tensions - Arutchelvan.
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COMMENT | If Anwar wants a second term…: He badly needs to shift power balance in Harapan’s favour.
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COMMENT | Akmal holds country to ransom while Anwar keeps silent: 'Rational Malays will agree we don't need Akmal to speak for us.'
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‘Save the country, tackle graft’: KUALA LUMPUR: To save the country, corruption should be tackled without fear or favour, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/26/save-the-country-tackle-graft
Mahathir’s sons say 98-year-old former premier is target of Malaysia probe: They are assisting in the investigation, but the task is onerous and taking time ...
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/mahathir-sons-say-98-year-old-father-is-target-of-malaysia-probe
'Role model pushing for change': Anwar's condolences to Aunty Bersih: PM pays tribute to Ooi, who passed away in Australia on Monday.
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Govt expected to profit about RM3b from SST - Anwar: PARLIAMENT | This is due to the scope and increase of the tax, says PM.
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Anwar: Rental hike for Ramadan bazaar stalls affected traders: KUALA LUMPUR: The hike in the rental price for Ramadan bazaar sites has affected traders’ ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/26/anwar-rental-hike-for-ramadan-bazaar-stalls-affected-traders
#KiniNews: Anwar stands by rule of law not vigilante action, Fahmi asks Wan Fayhsal to ‘shut up’
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Bazaar food price hike not because of SST, but high plot rental cost - PM: Anwar urges local authorities not to burden traders.
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Socks issue: Govt not interfering in police probe, says PM: Anwar vows no compromise on actions concerning any religion.
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Rafizi to clarify Padu registration at cabinet meeting - PM: This followed concerns raised by Sarawak premier, Anwar says.
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Wan Saiful's 'offer from PM' actually own demands, says Zulkafperi: The six offers include dropping his Jana Wibawa court case.
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COMMENT | Harmful political bargains: Citizenship and socks: Political bargains in Anwar govt are tearing at fabric of society.
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PM: Fiscal reforms needed to keep economy on sustainable path: The government needs to implement fiscal reforms to ensure that the Malaysian economy remains on a ...
thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/03/28/pm-fiscal-reforms-needed-to-keep-economy-on-sustainable-path
Malaysia’s king vows ‘real way’ of ruling after honeymoon period: Sultan Ibrahim, who is from the southernmost state of Johor, took the throne in late January.
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/malaysia-s-king-vows-real-way-of-ruling-after-honeymoon-period
Isham lodges report against Anwar's ex-aide: Where did you get RM40m to invest, he asks Farhash.
malaysiakini.com/news/700182
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PM Anwar receives courtesy call from India's External Affairs Minister: PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim received a courtesy call from the ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/27/pm-anwar-receives-courtesy-call-from-india039s-external-affairs-minister
GLC, GLIC transformation to boost domestic investments, says Anwar: KUALA LUMPUR: The government will implement the transformation of government-linked companies ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/26/glc-glic-transformation-to-boost-domestic-investments-says-anwar
Don't win by 'shouting or screaming' against others, says Anwar: PUTRAJAYA: Winning should not be by "shouting or screaming" against others ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/21/don039t-win-by-039shouting-or-screaming039-against-others-says-anwar
Anwar condemns Moscow attack: PETALING JAYA: The gruesome and barbaric rampage at a concert hall in Moscow, Russia, which at press time has claimed the lives of ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/24/anwar-condemns-moscow-attack
Many trade ministers seeking meeting with Miti after Germany mission, says PM: KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is emerging as an interesting trade and investment hub in ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/26/many-trade-ministers-seeking-meeting-with-miti-after-germany-mission-says-pm
Remembering the Zimbabwean Health Care System’s Heyday: And outlining what it will take to get it back.
globalpressjournal.com/africa/zimbabwe/remembering-zimbabwean-health-care-systems-heyday/
Haiti's Prime Minister Ariel Henry resigns as law and order collapse: Ariel Henry agrees to resign after Caribbean leaders held talks in Jamaica.
bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-68541349
Frustrated Orang Asli want to meet PM over Nenggiri Dam: They also plan to lodge MACC report, mulling other legal action.
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Germany picks M'sia as trade hub amid US-China tensions, PM says: PARLIAMENT | European nation looking to 'reduce risks from depending on China', Anwar says.
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Anwar denies sidelining T'ganu, says bigger allocation given now: PM says the Umno-PAS-Bersatu govt did not give allocation when he was in the opposition.
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‘Malaysia’s image internationally has improved’: PUTRAJAYA: There is a new and improved image of Malaysia at the international level, says Prime Minister Datuk ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/19/malaysias-image-internationally-has-improved
Malaysia PM defends ties to Hamas on Germany trip: Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim was Monday forced to defend his country’s continued ties to Palestinian ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/03/12/Malaysia-PM-defends-ties-to-Hamas-on-Germany-trip
Local white rice shortage: PM wants frequent monitoring, enforcement: ‘We must ensure effective distribution of local white rice.’
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Ariel Henry: The rise and fall of Haiti's prime minister: Ariel Henry promised to tackle gang violence and restore the presidency. He failed to do either.
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Quick Glance: Understanding Haiti’s Armed Gangs: Origins and Demands
- Armed groups have long rocked daily life and politics in Haiti.
- The rivalry between the two major gang coalitions - G9 and GPep - dominates Port-au-Prince.
- The origins of the gangs are closely associated with political parties and elites in Haiti.
- The armed groups have become autonomous entities and seek political power.
Unity govt never 'witheld' allocations for states, including T'ganu, says Anwar: PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim insisted on Thursday (March ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/21/unity-govt-never-039witheld039-allocations-for-states-including-t039ganu-says-anwar
Far-right politician Geert Wilders says he lacks enough coalition support to become Dutch prime minister
pbs.org/newshour/world/far-right-politician-geert-wilders-says-he-lacks-enough-coalition-support-to-become-dutch-prime-minister
Quick Glance: Geert Wilders lacks coalition support to become Dutch prime minister
- Geert Wilders, despite his election success, lacks enough coalition support to become the next Dutch prime minister.
- There is now likely to be a technical Cabinet of experts as Wilders will not lead the government but remain the driving force behind the administration.
- The exact contours of a new coalition Cabinet are unclear, but negotiator Kim Putters believes the parties are ready to hammer out a deal.
- The Netherlands could look to Italy as a model for moving past its political stalemate by resorting to a 'technical' government before fresh elections are held.
Anwar first leader to congratulate Indonesia's Prabowo on polls win: KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is the first leader to congratulate ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/21/anwar-first-leader-to-congratulate-indonesia039s-prabowo-on-polls-win
Sunak to announce 'next generation' of UK nuclear as he visits submarine shipyard in Barrow
news.sky.com/story/sunak-to-announce-next-generation-of-uk-nuclear-as-he-visits-submarine-shipyard-in-barrow-13101226
PM wants Economy Ministry to expedite priority projects in Pahang: KUANTAN: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hopes that the Economy Ministry and all related ministries ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/24/pm-wants-economy-ministry-to-expedite-priority-projects-in-pahang
Malaysia to further deepen collaboration with Thailand, says Anwar: PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia is further deepening its collaboration with Thailand in the areas of ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/21/malaysia-to-further-deepen-collaboration-with-thailand-says-anwar
Malaysia’s Anwar Warns US That Constraining China Will ‘Accentuate’ Its Grievances
thediplomat.com/2024/03/malaysias-anwar-warns-us-that-constraining-china-will-accentuate-its-grievances/
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Discipline, integrity without corruption will make Malaysia a great nation, says PM Anwar
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/21/discipline-integrity-without-corruption-will-make-malaysia-a-great-nation-says-pm-anwar
Finance Ministry finalising several HVGT policies, says Anwar: KUALA LUMPUR: The Finance Ministry is finalising several policies linked to the High Value Goods ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/19/finance-ministry-finalising-several-hvgt-policies-says-anwar
COMMENT | Probe against academic insults intellectual discourse: Teo's opinions should have been countered by logical rebuttal, not silencing him.
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Rights of children born abroad being addressed by govt - PM: Anwar reassures Malaysians at a dinner in Berlin.
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Anwar Ibrahim breaks fast with media practitioners at Seri Perdana: PUTRAJAYA: As the month of Ramadan enters its second week, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/20/anwar-ibrahim-breaks-fast-with-media-practitioners-at-seri-perdana
Repairs, maintenance of police quarters must be complete by year end, says Anwar: KUALA LUMPUR: Repairs and maintenance works for police housing quarters must be ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/25/repairs-maintenance-of-police-quarters-must-be-complete-by-year-end-says-anwar
Anwar upset over petty bickering: PUTRAJAYA: As Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is making efforts to bring in investments for Malaysia from abroad ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/19/anwar-upset-over-petty-bickering
Anwar sends donations to seasoned reformist Kamarul Hatta: KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim extended a donation to Kamarul Hatta ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/24/anwar-sends-donations-to-seasoned-reformist-kamarul-hatta
Palm oil should be treated fairly, Anwar told Germany: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim also shared Malaysia's concerns about European Union (EU) policies related to ...
freemalaysiatoday.com/category/bahasa/tempatan/2024/03/14/minyak-sawit-harus-diberi-layanan-adil-kata-anwar-kepada-jerman/
Malaysia’s controversial citizenship Bill deferred to rally more support from MPs
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/malaysia-s-controversial-citizenship-bill-deferred-to-rally-more-support-from-mps
Palestinian president appoints long-time adviser as prime minister: Mohammed Mustafa is tasked with enacting reforms of the Palestinian Authority demanded by the ...
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PM calls on all leaders to solve problems in respective hometowns: PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Thursday (March 21) called on all ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/21/pm-calls-on-all-leaders-to-solve-problems-in-respective-hometowns
Keeping an eye on local white rice to address shortage: PUTRAJAYA: The Prime Minister wants more frequent monitoring and enforcement to be carried out to address ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/22/keeping-an-eye-on-local-white-rice-to-address-shortage
COMMENT | 10 big issues for Anwar to mull and decide: These include citizenship changes on foundlings, China's territorial claims.
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Anwar invites German, European firms to invest in Malaysia: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is on a six-day official visit to Germany, the third-largest economy in ...
freemalaysiatoday.com/category/highlight/2024/03/14/anwar-invites-german-european-firms-to-invest-in-malaysia/
Malaysia declines hosting 2026 Commonwealths due to cost concerns: Malaysia has decided against hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to financial ...
dailysabah.com/sports/malaysia-declines-hosting-2026-commonwealths-due-to-cost-concerns/news
Domestic investment, wage growth: Malaysia ramps up efforts to revitalise economy after narrowly missing growth targets
channelnewsasia.com/asia/domestic-investment-wage-growth-malaysia-ramps-efforts-revitalise-economy-after-missing-growth-targets-anwar-ibrahim-4202826
Disparaging others won’t do any good: PUTRAJAYA: Disparaging other races will not do any good to the people and the country, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/22/disparaging-others-wont-do-any-good
PM Anwar to clarify cost of living issues, revenue collection in Parliament today
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/26/pm-anwar-to-clarify-cost-of-living-issues-revenue-collection-in-parliament-today
Malaysia maintains relations with the political wing of Hamas, Anwar told the media in Berlin
freemalaysiatoday.com/category/bahasa/tempatan/2024/03/12/malaysia-pertahan-hubungan-sayap-politik-hamas-anwar-beritahu-media-di-berlin/
PM: No compromise on issues threatening national harmony: KUALA LUMPUR: Stern action according to the law must be taken against those who touch on matters that ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/26/pm-no-compromise-on-issues-threatening-national-harmony
The government is dealing with the issue of children born abroad, said the PM: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's amendment to Article 14(1)(b) of the Federal ...
freemalaysiatoday.com/category/bahasa/tempatan/2024/03/13/kerajaan-sedang-tangani-isu-anak-lahir-luar-negara-kata-pm/
Albo behaves like a celebrity. We need him to be a prime minister: Anthony Albanese got engaged, went to Taylor Swift, Katy Perry and the tennis. Meanwhile ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/albo-behaves-like-a-celebrity-we-need-him-to-be-a-prime-minister-20240327-p5ffkj.html
Why Everything Changed in Haiti: The Gangs United: “The situation totally changed now, because the gangs are now working together,” a Haitian consultant said ...
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#KiniNews: Anwar's dilemma - From global investment talks to 'bak kut teh' debates
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Fiscal reforms needed to keep economy on solid track, says PM: Measures to focus on targeted subsidies, revenue base expansion, Anwar says.
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Anwar holds discussion with leading German think tank: BERLIN: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has held discussions with policy makers ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/13/anwar-holds-discussion-with-leading-german-think-tank
Minister does not rule out taking more money from Tory donor who made 'racist' Diane Abbott remarks
itv.com/news/2024-03-13/minister-wont-rule-out-taking-more-money-from-donor-who-made-racist-remarks
Quick Glance: Tory Donor's Racist Comments on Diane Abbott
- Comments made by a Tory donor about Diane Abbott deemed racist
- Frank Hester apologizes for his remarks, Downing Street labels them unacceptable
- Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch described the comments as racist and called for space for forgiveness
- Labour and the Liberal Democrats call for the Conservatives to return donations from Hester
PM Anwar meets up with Muslims in Germany: BERLIN: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim spent the first day of Ramadan meeting up with fellow Muslims in ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/13/pm-anwar-meets-up-with-muslims-in-germany
I've met Fadillah 4 times over allocations, says Shahidan: Arau MP Shahidan Kassim has called on the government not to overlook opposition constituencies in its ...
freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2024/03/13/ive-met-fadillah-4-times-over-allocations-says-shahidan/
PM's trip to Germany yields RM45.4bil in potential investments: BERLIN: New investment interests arising from the roundtable and one-on-one meetings with Prime ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/12/pm039s-trip-to-germany-yields-rm454bil-in-potential-investments
King, Queen break fast with unity government leaders and foreign dignitaries: KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia and Her Majesty Raja ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/18/king-queen-break-fast-with-unity-government-leaders-and-foreign-dignitaries
I met Fadillah 4 times related to the allocation, said Shahidan: Arau Member of Parliament Shahidan Kassim urges the government not to allow the opposition to ...
freemalaysiatoday.com/category/bahasa/tempatan/2024/03/13/saya-temu-fadillah-4-kali-berkait-peruntukan-kata-shahidan/
Portugal’s New Premier Picks Sarmento as Finance Minister: Portugal’s incoming prime minister picked Joaquim Miranda Sarmento as finance minister ...
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Latvian Foreign Minister Karins Resigns Over Private Flights: Latvian Foreign Minister Krisjanis Karins announced his resignation after mounting criticism and a ...
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State pension age may rise to 68 sooner to pay for triple lock, ex-ministers warn
inews.co.uk/inews-lifestyle/money/pensions-and-retirement/pension-age-rise-68-before-2044-pay-triple-lock-2976913
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