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While the policy was introduced to protect officials acting in good faith, some local cadres said fear of complaints and accountability measures continued to discourage initiative.“Whatever we do, the first thing we think about is whether it could cause trouble,” a township official was cited as saying in the report.Data collection has emerged as another source of frustration. Officials described frequent requests for statistics on tight deadlines, sometimes involving information that is difficult to verify within the allotted time.In response, some admitted to resorting to outdated records or fabricated data simply to meet reporting requirements.The report also said an excessive…
Malaysian automotive industry analyst Hezeri Samsuri said Proton should focus on exports to continue growing…
Suspended operating licenceThe body of one diver, yet to be publicly named, was found in…
The scheme was Prabowo’s flagship policy in the 2024 presidential election campaign.Anti-graft watchdog Indonesia Corruption…
JOHOR BAHRU: The Barisan Nasional (BN) coalition will contest all 56 seats in Johor’s next…
BANGKOK: At least eight people were killed and 25 others injured after a train collision…
KUALA LUMPUR: Some 35 people including Malaysian delivery riders believed to have been recruited for…
SCAM SUSPECTS FROM NINE COUNTRIESIn Malaysia, the 187 suspects arrested in Klang Valley on May…
Xi’s ‘Thucydides’ Trap’ warning during summit with Trump revives debate over US-China rivalry
Among the examples he cited was the Cold War between the US and the Soviet…
Power cuts hit millions in the Philippines
MANILA: Widespread power cuts struck the Philippines on Friday (May 15), leaving millions without electricity…
Come here for anything home-related, from Ikea furniture to boutique terrariums at HortiPlant. It is…
For any small or middle power looking to emerge as a strong contender within the…
JAKARTA: Indonesia has sought to defend its tougher approach to natural resources and foreign investment after…
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