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The Battle Over Free Speech and Social Media in India In January, an old post on Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, sparked concern among police in the Indian city of Satara. The message, written in 2023, described a senior ruling-party politician as “useless.” Despite its limited reach, the post became a point of contention […]

A Defining Moment for Israel and Global Relations Benjamin Netanyahu, the Prime Minister of Israel, has proposed a bold plan that involves the total reoccupation of the Gaza Strip. This strategy includes the mass evacuation of its population, an action that is described as a “takeover” which could severely undermine Israel’s internal democracy. The implications […]

Growing Concerns Over Delays in Medicine Access The issue of excessive wait times for medicines to be listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) is causing significant concern within the healthcare sector. Industry leaders argue that these delays pose a greater threat than the potential tariffs introduced by the previous US administration. The delay in […]

Navigating a New Economic Landscape In an era marked by economic uncertainties, digital disruptions, and increasing protectionism, the introduction of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) under the Madani government has come at a pivotal moment. The global landscape is shifting rapidly, with intense strategic rivalries and geo-economic uncertainties becoming the norm. Once characterized by predictability […]

A Strategic Blueprint for Malaysia’s Future In a time when economic stability is increasingly uncertain due to factors like digital disruption, global fragmentation and rising protectionism, the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) under the Madani government arrives at a crucial moment. The world has moved away from the predictability and stability that once defined it, replaced […]

A Bold Statement at the United Nations Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar took a decisive step in addressing the international community, echoing calls from many within Israel for a more assertive stance. His speech to the United Nations Security Council was a direct response to recent events that have placed Israel under intense scrutiny. The meeting, […]

Overview of the 2023 Presidential Election in Cameroon Cameroon’s constitutional council has confirmed the decision by the country’s electoral body to exclude opposition leader Maurice Kamto from the upcoming presidential election on 12 October. This move has sparked significant controversy and raised concerns about the fairness of the electoral process. Meanwhile, President Paul Biya, who […]

The Question of Control in Gaza My sister’s words still echo in my mind, her voice trembling. She lives in Gaza with the rest of my family, and I’m terrified for them all. She asked, “Gaza City is already occupied. Wherever we go, there are Israeli tanks. To the sea? Not safe. Their drones are […]

The Question of Control in Gaza The words of my sister still echo in my mind, her voice trembling with fear. She lives in Gaza with the rest of my family, and I am terrified for them all. Her question is one that lingers in the air: “Gaza City is already occupied. Wherever we go, […]