The unity government has been criticised for perceived slow reforms, but the truth is, change cannot happen overnight. And it is harder when the ruling coalition is made up of former rivals.

Taxes are always hard for everyone, but after 28 years of deficit budgets, the government needs to collect more revenue – and show what the extra money from the taxes will be used for.

They used pictures of unknowing schoolchildren to feed their lust and sexual fetishes. They must be punished – and their identities made known to all.

Businessmen with titles who siphon money meant for projects into their own pockets have to be brought to justice. These loans are meant to support projects, not for their personal expenditures and indulgences.

The resignation of two ministers in one day is unfortunate, but it is not a setback. In fact, it opens doors for rejuvenation and reform.

World leaders have always cherished visits to the White House, where major deals and policies can be made. With Donald Trump as President, the visits have become encounters with a bully.

As polls loom in the Prime Minister's party, the focus should not be on personalities and squabbles. Instead, it should be about what it means for the party – and the nation.

The Trump tariffs are going to hurt Malaysia whether we like it or not, Now is not the time to harp on race and religion; we need to stick with a government that works on the economy.

With so many titled people being arrested, charged and even convicted of offences, the award process needs to be re-examined to ensure integrity at all levels.

In his message during the Christian holy day, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim urged citizens to nurture 'a spirit of love and mutual respect'. It is what the country needs – to build bridges and not burn them.

The United States is the world's biggest economy, but it also has leaders who are still geographically ignorant. Their understanding of South-East Asia and Asia is quite farcical.

Donald Trump's tariffs have shaken the world and, although there is a 90-day pause for now, Malaysia – and Asean – has work to do to weather the storm ahead.