THIS year’s Teachers Day theme “Developing Knowledge, Perfecting Morals” is significant as it emphasises not only the acquisition of knowledge but also of good morals. Elements of good morals, [...]
Yayasan 1Malaysia notes that Sarawak State Tourism Minister Datuk Amar Abang Johari Tun Openg has announced publicly that there is a move to proclaim Kuching as ‘ Bandaraya Perpaduan’, the ‘City [...]
It has been said that Islamic law and the civil law exist as parallel systems in Malaysia. The proposition, while attractive, is grossly inaccurate in law. As it stands today, the administration [...]
The 11th Malaysia Plan marks the last sprint for Vision 2020 and should be regarded as an important document to help realise the nation’s needs and aspirations. Undoubtedly, the Plan and its [...]
The much-awaited decision by Malaysia and Indonesia to offer temporary shelter to some 7,000 Rohinya and Bangladeshi boat people stranded in the open sea is most laudable. Granted that these boat [...]
1Malaysia Foundation fully supports the symbolic “Walk to four places of worship” at Brickfields to symbolize that Malaysia is a land of religious harmony. It is very much in line [...]
Recognising the important role of teachers in nation-building, I wish to congratulate all teachers in conjunction with Teacher’s Day today (May 16 2015) Teachers should be recognized and [...]
PERHAPS not many are aware that the International Day of Families is observed annually on May 15 to celebrate the importance of families to people, societies, cultures and nations around the [...]
Moderation does not mean acceptance of evil. Moderates have a duty to stand up for truth and justice but in a non-violent manner. LATELY there have been several seminars on moderation and [...]
TELLING THE TRUTH ABOUT 1MDB - Whatever the ramifications of the 1MDB controversy --- including its impact upon the government of the day --- it is crucial that Malaysians do not lose sight of [...]