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The lack of concern on these numbers is indicative of how ingrained our belief that women’s issues are trivial.

The Malaysian people are finally to a certain extent constructing their own paradigm and finding their own voices.

Regime change in itself will not automatically bring the powerful state down, writes Kikue Hamayotsu

The more important question is to define what constitutes funding, and whether they are used to promote the welfare of Malaysians.

Aim Sinpeng discusses the implications of a recent re-mobilisation of Thailand's people's sector

Pavin Chachavalpongpun looks closely at a recent event to better understand Thailand's palace dynamics at this important time

The critical question remains whether Bersih’s concerted efforts will actually bring some, if any institutional reform to Malaysia’s electoral system and process.

Politicians everywhere would be wise to examine their own shortcomings in addressing the needs and aspirations of rural constituents

Younger Malays, in general, both in rural and urban areas, are no longer emotionally attached to UMNO.

Rural dynamics explain the government’s victory in the Malaysian election, argues Edward Aspinall

The dilemma for BN is abundantly clear with a risk of further alienating the already disgruntled moderate Malays and non-Malays.

BN’s greatest strength is their ability to sustain massive party machines and patronage networks in order to generate loyalty.