Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs

After Najib’s reduced sentence, govt must clarify stand on fighting corruption: Ideas

The government must provide clarity on how it will combat corruption following the reduced sentence given to former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak, who was convicted of corruption, a think tank said.

Time to codify constituency development funds for political stability – Tricia Yeoh 

The Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs (Ideas) urges the government to codify the allocation of constituency development funds (CDF) to stabilise politics in Malaysia as well as to level the playing field between government and opposition MPs.

Think-tank calls for formation of select committees in every state assembly

State assemblies nationwide should establish select committees to ensure check and balance measures are implemented, a think-tank said.

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No forced eviction of Pasir Panjang Ulu farmers, process was legal: Perak MB

Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad said the process was carried out legally, adding that MB Inc held a series of direct negotiations with the farm operators since 2021, in addition to offering ex-gratia at a reasonable rate.