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Can Tan Chuan-Jin be expected to serve as an unbiased Speaker of Parliament?

After Speaker of Parliament Tan Chuan-Jin apologized for an offensive remark about Assoc Prof Jamus Lim, it raises uncertainty about his ability to maintain impartiality towards all MPs, as his role requires.

Thai caretaker PM Prayut announces retirement from politics

Outgoing Thai PM Prayut Chan-o-Cha announced his retirement, but will stay on as caretaker until a new government is formed. Voters rejected army-backed parties in the May election, favoring reform and opposition groups. Prayut urged UTN members to protect the nation’s institutions.

Mahathir admonishes Chinese in Malaysia for seeking political dominance, told them to just focus on economy

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has stirred controversy with a Facebook post, suggesting that Chinese Malaysians are aiming to politically dominate the country, which could lead to disparity in government administration, despite their crucial economic contributions.

Malaysian court to decide in 11 Aug on Najib’s bid to disqualify ex-AG Thomas’ lawyers

Malaysia’s Court of Appeal is set to rule on ex-Prime Minister Najib Razak’s bid to disqualify two lawyers in his lawsuit against the former attorney-general and the government for alleged misfeasance in public office on August 11th.

Muda declares that Malaysia doesn’t need people like Najib anymore

Malaysian United Democratic Alliance (Muda) asserts that Malaysia doesn’t need leaders like imprisoned former Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Najib Razak, calling for an end to corruption and the ‘politics of lies’ in a push for integrity and unity.

Red Dot United calls for formal investigation into Speaker of Parliament’s derogatory remark on WP MP

Following derogatory remarks made by Speaker of Parliament, Tan Chuan-Jin, the Red Dot United party calls for a formal parliamentary investigation, reiterating their stance on the need for a non-partisan Speaker to ensure parliamentary fairness and integrity.

Hong Kong questions family of wanted activist Nathan Law: police source

Hong Kong questions Nathan Law’s family members, days after a bounty was issued for him and other activists accused of breaching national security laws.

Tan Chuan-Jin thanks pastors looking out for S’poreans but uses “F” word on MP Jamus Lim

While Tan Chuan-Jin praises church leaders for their service in helping Singaporeans with difficulties, his use of unparliamentary language towards fellow parliamentarian, Assoc Prof Jamus Lim – who was advocating for the need for a poverty line in Singapore – underscores a stark contrast in his approach to religion and politics.

Peoples Voice Leader calls for resignation of Parliament Speaker over controversial remark

In a recent political controversy that has gripped Singapore, Lim Tean, the leader of the People’s Voice Party, has strongly reacted to a comment made by Mr Tan Chuan Jin, Speaker of the Parliament, calling for him to resign as Speaker and a Committee on Privileges to be convened over him calling another Member of Parliament, a “fxxking populist”.

Lee Bee Wah defends Shanmugam’s S$100 million sacrifice; a contrast to Xi Jinping’s warning to money-seeking officials.”

Former People’s Action Party Member of Parliament Lee Bee Wah lauds Minister K Shanmugam’s S$100 million ‘sacrifice’ for entering politics, juxtaposed with China President Xi Jinping’s stern warning against wealth-seeking officials.