Opinions

By: Professor Dato Dr Ahmad Ibrahim Food is a major spending of any economy. As population rises, the demand for food increases. Having enough food to feed the population is a struggle for many countries. Food security is a growing world concern. Overdependence on external sources is unsustainable. Countries must increase their own domestic capacity […]

By Dalilawati Zainal Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) are increasingly significant in today’s business world. These frameworks shape how businesses, governments and societies tackle global challenges, such as climate change and poverty. In Malaysia, they are key to achieving sustainability, working together to drive long-term positive

By Lee Wei Xuan Have you ever worried about your ageing parents living alone while you’re stuck at work, caught in traffic, or living hours away, and wondering if they’re really okay? For many Malaysians, this isn’t just a passing concern. It’s a growing reality as urban migration and busier lifestyles widen the gap between

By Mohd Zaidi Md Zabri On a drizzly evening in Kuala Lumpur, a dashcam video captures a car abruptly swerving into another lane without signalling, cutting off a motorcyclist who is lane-splitting through traffic and forcing him to brake sharply. The furious motorcyclist revs his engine and yells in anger, shaking his fist at the

By: Mohd Sabri Abdullah msabri@inform.gov.my The dates of 31 August and 16 September are sacred occasions celebrated annually by Malaysians. These dates are not merely public holidays but reflect historic moments for the nation. 31 August marks the independence of Malaya from colonial rule, while 16 September signifies the formation of Malaysia through the inclusion

Rethinking what makes a great university By Jazli Aziz University rankings are a highly visible indicator of a university’s status. Due to the increased visibility among the general public and perceived importance of these global rankings, universities around the world have slowly been focusing more on increasing their research output. This is because a university’s

By: Professor Dato Dr Ahmad Ibrahim We live in a competitive world. Nations, businesses, and individuals compete. Nations compete to sustain the economy. Businesses compete to sustain profits. Individuals compete to secure the best jobs and live well. In a world driven by knowledge and innovation, those with the most knowledge benefit the most. The

By Prof Ts Dr Manjit Singh Sidhu In the past, 3D modelling and animation were limited to large-scale production companies and highly qualified teams. It took weeks or months of work, costly software, and extensive technical knowledge to create anything in 3D back then, whether it was a product prototype or a vibrant animated character.