Malaysia’s image takes a hit over caning32-year-old Malaysian mother of two Kartika Sari Dewi Shukarno is soon set to face six lashes with a cane for drinking beer in a bar, as mandated by the country’s Islamic laws. The case calls Malaysia’s reputation as “moderate” Muslims into question, says the WSJ.
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Treatment of asylum seekers in Thailand
Reports continue to appear of dreadful conditions and treatment of refugees and asylum seekers in countries such as Malaysia and Thailand, writes Andrew Bartlett.
Malaysia’s tigers under attack
The Malaysian Conservation Alliance for Tigers (MyCat) — pause to admire acronym — is pushing for government to stop the illegal trade in tiger parts. It’s said there are now only 500 tigers in the wild in Malaysia.
What next for Australia-Malaysia relations?
Relationships between Australia and Malaysia were terse under former PM Mahathir Mohamad. Now that his son’s in a political position, will there be a return to old times? asks Greg Lopez.
People smuggling crackdown: proceed with caution
In seeking Malaysia’s help to crack down on people smuggling, the federal government needs to make sure that it doesn’t make things worse for asylum seekers, says Andrew Bartlett.
Tips and rumours: Is the Turnbull household about to go on the nuts and berries diet?
Lucy Turnbull eats locally, NT media management goes awry, and what’s Monash Uni to do with their over-65s?
