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Let's M.O.V.E. for planetary health
“When you do things from your soul, you feel a river moving in you, a joy.” – Rumi
Of debating and nurturing global Muslims: Remembering Kamal Hassan
Prof Kamal often reminded us that it was not just about winning.
From skeletons to scholars: Lessons in leadership and life
How would you live your life if you were a baroness and member of the House of Lords? What about if you held senior academic posts at top institutions such as Lancaster University and one of Oxford University’s top colleges (St John’s)?
One Year of unity government: Patience, pragmatism and prospects
In the Malaysian political landscape, the unity government led by Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reached a significant milestone, marking one year since its inception following the 2022 General Election on Nov 19.
Winning over talent for China’s Belt and Road
MY FIRST visit to the vibrant metropolis of Hong Kong coincided with the 8th Belt and Road Summit. Organised by the HK Special Administrative Region Government and HK Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the Summit commemorated the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). This was also the first in-person gathering since the fading echoes of Covid-19.
Power Distance: Leadership, politics and people
As we approach six state elections, let's not forget that the essence of politics lies in representation, justice, and leadership for the people
Empowering civil service with private sector alliances
FROM investments to internationalisation, TVET to transportation, and everything in between, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for greater public-private partnership to spur Malaysia’s development.
ChatGPT: Exciting AI possibilities for education in 2023
THE emergence of ChatGPT, an artificial-intelligence (AI) chatbot, will be a game-changer for the education space globally and, no doubt, in Malaysia too.
One-on-one with first-time voters
MALAYSIA’S 15th General Election (GE15), which takes place on Nov 19, will see 6.23 million new voters at the ballot box. Of this, 1.4 million are Undi18 voters who are within the 18-20 age range, with the remaining 4.87 million aged 21 and above.
Guarding our nation: An immigrant’s story
IN CONJUNCTION with our National Day celebrations, I speak with a Nepali security guard about his Malaysian experience and discover a fascinating journey
What it takes to excel in interviews: A Corporate Fellowship experience
I HAD the unique opportunity to lead interviews with about 40 Malaysian graduates and students for the Corporate Fellowship programme recently.
The prof with the pearls: An education icon we can all be proud of
Danial Rahman had the privilege of sitting down with Prof Asma last week to ask her about this recognition, her life, career and the future.