National interests come first

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has indicated that he would announce his plan to run for Parliament soon.  

By that time, he would also announce the Barisan Nasional MPs from Sabah and Sarawak who would join Pakatan Rakyat, and forming the government on Sept 16, the Malaysia Day.   

Well, the game of politics always teaches people to accept the realities of political life.  In politics, politicians should learn how to compromise and accept partial defeat. 

Politician should accept the March 8 election results, and work together for the interest of the nation.

No panadol

Read an interesting article on pain killer:

The doctors used to tell us that whenever they have a headache, they are not willing to take PANADOL (PARACETAMOL).

This is because Panadol is toxic to the body, and it harms the liver.

Panadol will reside in the body for at least 5 years.

Whenever we have a headache, that's because it is due to the electron/Ion imbalance in the brain.

As an alternative solution to cope with this matter, we can drink 1 or 2 cans of isotonic drink, and mix it with drinking water according to a ratio of 1:1 or 1:2.

Another method will be to submerge your feet in a basin of warm water so that it bring the blood pressure down from your throbbing head.

Still on racial politics

The spiritual leader of the opposition PAS, Datuk Nik Abdul Aziz, was urging a merger of his party and the ruling UMNO to defend "the Malay race and Islam" from the political challenge of secular ideologies.

Undoubtedly, there are contradictions and conflicts between PAS and Pakatan Rakyat on certain political ideologies.

I am not surprise with this latest political drama because Malaysia's politicians are always playing on communal politics.

Bi-partisan system is still too far to be materialised.

My Geography teacher

I met Mdm Alice, my Geography teacher in secondary school, in Starbucks today. Surprisingly, she still remember me, and greeted me.

She has been retired 8 years ago, and currently is contributing her times for church's works and teaching dancing. So wonderful life. That must be the reason why she looks younger than before.

Mercedes or Proton Perdana

Terengganu government has received the blessings of Prime Minister Abdullah Badawi to use Mercedes as official cars, instead of Proton Perdana V6 as decided by Federal Government earlier.

The matter has caused disputes after Terengganu government has purchased 14 Mercedes Benz E200 Compressor cars at a cost of RM3.43 million to replace the Proton Perdana cars of its state executive councillors and senior government officers.

The Federal Government has indicated their disagreement on this and warned the state government to use Proton Perdana V6, the national car, as what other state governments were using.

Terengganu's explanation is that the maintenance fees for Proton Perdana are higher than Mercedes. Furthermore, Mercedes is more fuel saving.

By observing the way the Federal Government handling this matter, it has shown that the government is not firm and not consistent with their decision.

Well, other states may also start to consider to follow Terengganu.

Economic advisor

It is great to hear that Malaysia's government is looking at the possibilities to form a council of economic advisors to help it come up with strategies to cope with the current economic slowdown caused by slowing global economy, rising fuel prices and inflation.

For the past 5 months, Malaysia politicians were too busy with unnecessary political drama while the people were struggling with the effects of price hike in fuel and commodities.

People are getting upset with the inconsistency policies in tackling the economic crisis.

The government should tell people the actual situation, the real picture of Malaysian economy, so that the people know where they are heading for.

People's faith in the government is what the ruling government has to generate now.

Kung Fu Panda

My two little sons and I like 'Kung Fu Panda' movie very much, and have watched it for more than 10 times.

This American animated film talked about a panda, named 'Po' who love 'Kung Fu' and saves the world by some unexpected skills and talents.

My other concern is why the Western filmmakers able to use Chinese themes to create such an excited and entertaining animated movie but not the Chinese?

Economic Freedom

In 2008, Malaysia's economy is 64.5 percent free, which makes it the world's 51st freest economy.

Its overall score is essentially unchanged from last year, reflecting worsened scores in three of the 10 economic freedoms.

Malaysia is ranked 8th freest out of 30 countries in the Asia–Pacific region, and its overall score is higher than the regional average.

Further info: www.heritage.org

'No-confidence' motion under wrong Standing Order

Speaker to the House of Representative of Malaysian Parliament, Pandikar Amin Mulia disallowed a 'no-confidence' debate against Malaysian Prime Minister Abdullah Badawi, on the ground that the motion asked for a resolution, and that did not fall under Standing Order 18(1) in which it was filed under.

The emergency motion was filed under Standing Order 18(1) by opposition leader Dr Wan Azizah on last Friday. Under Standing Order 18, the motion only allow for debates and not for resolution.

It is upset to see the opposition party has filed the motion under the wrong Standing Order even though they have few very good lawmakers in the House.

Currently, people are more concern about the issues of fuel price hike and the mid-term review of the 9th Malaysian Plan. Sincerely hope that all the lawmakers will able to contribute to the betterment of the society, and not trying to be the 'best actor', 'best actress' or 'best director' of the unnecessary political drama.

Stop unnecessary political drama

It is so sad to see that Malaysian have to struggle with economic uncertainty, and at the same time to face with the unusual political chaos.

Nowadays, Malaysian politicians are more interested in strategising political moves in order to bring down their opponents. However, ordinary people perceive this as useless unless it can help them to overcome the poor economic performance.

People are really suffering. They are more concern about their limited earning and rising living expenses due to fuel and commodities price hikes.

Who will be the premier? Which party will lead the government? These questions are less important now because people want to know how government can generate new strategies for them to survive in this economy, which getting worse after general election in March 8, 2008.

I am more happy with Mahathir's premiership because during his time, Malaysian political system was stable and economic performance was good. It is undoubtedly to have a lot of negative comments on his 'iron rule', but Mahathir is successful in making people feel comfortable with their earning and living. That is one of the most important political input to ensure continuous support from the people.

Malaysian politicians should stop to create unnecessary political drama. There are a lot of jobs to be done in tackling the poor economic performance.

Step down vs. vote of no-confidence

Malaysian premier Abdullah Badawi had confirmed to step down and succeed by his deputy Najib Razak in June 2010.

The announcement of Abdullah's decision was coincided with the 'no-confidence vote' against his premiership proposed by Pakatan Rakyat, the opposition party, in the lower house of Parliament.

People are curious whether this succession plan will be materialised by looking at the current political turmoil. The successful rate is 50:50.

Cappucino Viennese

Cappucino Viennese at Desserts, Green Heights Mall

Tea Latte

Tea Latte at Desserts, Boulevard Kuching.

健康与人生

今天读到一则文章，内容令人感动，因她令我想起正抗癌的母亲与一位刚被疑患上脑癌的年轻朋友。

该则文章讲述台湾女企业家林心苗辛酸的人生，一生中充满戏剧性的台湾传奇女性。

林心苗经历以“失败”二字收场的婚姻，在无比失落的上半生，上天还为她雪上加霜，宣告她患上脑癌，只剩下几个月的生命。

最悲惨的是，莫过于在她努力抗癌之际，丈夫无情离去，至亲相续离世。然而，她最终还是生存下来，从死亡边缘拐了个大弯。

获得重生之后，她领悟到健康是人生中最珍贵的东西，因而开启生命另一段里程碑，重新调整人生轨迹，推广“未病预防”的健康概念。

母亲病情总算稳健康复，但我那位年轻朋友才刚大学毕业不到三年，人生才刚起步，对未来充满希望，却必须面对这种痛楚，令人难过。

唯有，不断的希望健康再次让她们“重生”。

UNIMAS student again

Finally, i have submitted my e-application to pursue my master degree in UNIMAS. It takes 10 years for me to return to the same university after my graduation in 1998.

Well, the road ahead is still very uncertain, but it is part of life's journey, so just take it.

Bi-monthly salary plan dropped

Malaysian government has finally dropped the decision of bi-monthly salary pays system, which tabled in the last 3 weeks.

As mentioned earlier in my blog, this policy is not practical because majority civil servants already committed to so many financial commitments, especially housing and car loans. Bi-monthly salary pays would definitely worsen their financial management. Besides, it also produces extra workloads to the treasury departments.

Why government's decision keep on changing?

A turbulent political episode

Malaysian politics is getting interesting.

Last two weeks, everyone was talking about the “vote of no confidence” against Abdullah Badawi's premiership.

Then Malaysia famous blogger Raja Petra rocked the nation by his statutory declaration which linked the Deputy Prime Minister’s wife with the murder case of a Mongolian girl, Altantuya.

Last weekend, everyone was shocked to know that one of Anwar's top aides Saiful lodged a police report claiming that he was sodomised by Anwar, the most powerful Opposition leader in Malaysia.

Incident followed by Anwar's claim that his life is in danger and seeking 'protection' from Turkish Embassy in Kuala Lumpur.

After three top ministers had assured his safety, Anwar had announced that he would contest in the by-election this week.

This is top political games, and is getting interesting to see how the people react.

POCOYO - My favourite boy

I love POCOYO - simple mind, smart, friendly and cute boy. It would be good if life could be as simple as him.