Stories about Malaysia from November, 2009
Malaysia-Singapore Water Agreements Under Review
Singapore sources about half of its water supply from its neighbor, Malaysia. It has two major water agreements with Malaysia. One of these agreements will expire two years from now. Malaysia’s former Prime Minister, through his blog, asks if the current government will negotiate for a better deal.
Malaysia: Selling sand to Singapore
A Malaysian blogger asks if the ban on selling sand to Singapore is still in effect.
Malaysia: Democracy and governance
Reacting to a statement made by Malaysia's former Prime Minister about the “mistake of being too democratic”, Art Harun asserts that “The real danger to the State is the leaders not understanding the limits of their powers.”
Vietnam: Taxi fare refund
RantingsbyMM shares a story on how she was able to get back her money from a taxi driver who overcharged her in Vietnam.
Impact of ICT on Indigenous Cultures: Rejuvenation or Colonization?
Can ICT truly preserve and protect distinct identities and culture? The cultural debate surrounding deployment of ICT in the field of indigenous/ knowledge and culture simply refuses to die down.
Malaysia: Use of national language
Niki Cheong form Malaysia reacts to the statement of a government minister who appeals for a wider usage of the Bahasa Malaysia national language