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Nesya Tirtayana
UUCA: Protect the students or the Opposite?
UUCA is an act that is partly under the authority of the Ministry of Education. Although the original idea was to control the administration and to operate university orderly. But the UUCA policy actually prevent the involvement of students with political parties, amalgamation of student’s bodies. Which on shortened note, the government actually build a barrier for students
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Nesya Tirtayana
UNDI18: The Rise of Youth in Malaysia
In July 2019, Malaysia parliament has approved a bill reducing the voting age for general elections from 21 to 18 years old. Youth participation in politics often overlooked because the boomers will say ‘They are not ready’ or ‘They are not mature enough’ or “They are more prone to strike or to manifest their discontent than to collaborate”.
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Nesya Tirtayana
Buka Puasa, Buka Parlimen: Youth Break Fast in front of Malaysia Parliament in Protest.
Hundreds of youth marcher in front of Malaysia parliament on Friday, 30th April 2021 to demand it’s reopening. Which they called “Buka Puasa, Buka Parlimen” which mean “Break the Fast, Open Parliament” (a play on the Malay word).
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Wan Ya Shin
An inclusive Malaysia is vital
In promoting an inclusive Malaysia, policies to eradicate poverty should focus on empowering the poor and helping them to be competitive and not be dependent on assistance. Inclusive Malaysia is essential to rebuilding trust. The government should be for all Malaysians. The voices of the people matter.
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Wan Ya Shin
Equitable vs equal burden sharing in times of crisis
During this Covid-19 pandemic, many countries are on lockdown. In Malaysia, the movement control order (MCO) was extended by another two weeks, making it a full month. The government has rolled out a number of stimulus packages, but it is still lacking in providing social protection
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The Future of Malaysia's Energy Mix
The economic importance of the oil and gas industry to Malaysia add complexity to these already challenging policy issues. How can Malaysia foster the growth of greener, less-carbon intensive, sources of energy while preserving reliability of supply and affordability of cost? Can the country achieve its Paris Agreement pledge with the current energy mix and policies?