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Analysts split over call for MPs to contest under parties

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Prof James Chin opines with regards to a call for the amendment of laws to allow MPs to contest under political parties instead of individual names in order to put a stop to the practice of party-hopping.

Singapore’s election: Why aren’t the winners smiling?

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Prof Wong Chin Huat provides commentary on the 2020 Singaporean election results with regards to the People's Action Party (PAP) and Workers' Party rivalry.

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Prof Wong Chin Huat believes the Malaysian government can consider a confidence-and-supply agreement as a mechanism to restore political stability.

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Prof James Chin comments on an announcement that a paper for the implementation of local elections will be ready in 2021 for presentation to parliament.

Groups voice concern over govt’s response to Al Jazeera report

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In light of the Malaysia government crackdown on a recent Al Jazeera report, Prof. James Chin provides historical insight into media freedom in Malaysia.

Tricky balancing act in Malaysia

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Prof James Chin adds to commentary on the Malaysian political transitions early to mid 2020.