Analysts scoff at Mahathir’s unity govt ploy to block Anwar
Prof. James Chin asserts that as long as Mahathir is still around, he will do his best to stand in the way of Anwar’s pursuit of helming the top post.Opposition MPs may abstain from the budget vote, say analysts
Prof. James Chin was cited saying the number of MPs abstaining from the budget vote may be higher this year.Malaysian PM Muhyiddin welcomes feedback for budget amid criticism for reviving propaganda machinery
Prof Wong Chin Huat said with PM Muhyiddin putting politics before the pandemic, it may just make him an easier target at the next general election.Big spending budget expected to drive 6.5% growth
Prof. James Chin commented that the Malaysian 2021 budget is catered towards COVID-19, spending big in order to restart the economy,All eyes on Muhyiddin as maiden Budget falls under microscope
Prof Wong Chin Huat believes the Opposition’s scrutiny of the Budget wil look to force concessions by exploiting the coalition’s uncertain majority.Coronavirus strikes Malaysian parliament, but glimmer of hope for budget
Prof Wong Chin Huat said former PM Najib could officially command the action of UMNO lawmakers, giving him a lot of bargaining power.CSA preferable to PM change, says academic
Prof Wong Chin Huat suggests that a confidence and supply agreement should not be disregarded as an effective tool to stabilise politics in the country.No Way Out
Prof Wong Chin Huat said an election should not be postponed when the date has been fixed, such as the case of the US elections.Will Budget 2021 be passed?: The Star columnist
Prof. James Chin said that while some MPs dare to not support Budget 2021, it is likely to pass and even if it doesn't, the PM doesn't have to step down.ERC man moots 3 ways to have polls, avoid emergency
Prof Wong Chin Huat suggested three ways in which general elections can be held without the executive resorting to an emergency proclamation.Malaysian King's advice on PM Muhyiddin's budget causes stir
Prof Wong Chin Huat said while the "royal advice" would likely help Mr Muhyiddin avoid outright defeat of the budget, the King's intervention is unusual.