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Calling all men who are: -Malaysian -Aged 18 -40 -Healthy (no co-morbids) We are conducting a study on male sexual health (15 mins qs)&it is strictly confidential Ethical approval from the Medical Research Ethics Committee(Reg: NMRR ID-24-03750-KMR) Link: forms.gle/FxWYTu5KjXiykh…

Wishing my Muslim friends a wonderful Eid Al-Fitr.

ASEAN can do more to help Myanmar after quake. I lay out concrete measures- call 4 #ceasefire, work inclusively w/stakeholders, reduce internet censorship, allow access aid workers, empower ASEAN Humanitarian Center & meet to discuss new consensus/funds. malaysiakini.com/columns/738924

When April 2/3 becomes April Fool's Day. Just sickening. Trump's Reciprocal tariffs hit Southeast Asia countries hard, especially poorer countries. Cambodia (49%), Laos (48%), Myanmar (44%) Vietnam (46%), Indonesia (32%), Malaysia (24%), Philippines (17%) & Singapore (10%)

Pak Lah was a good man, whose contributions changed Malaysia for the better. PM from 2003-2009 Abdullah Badawi had a remarkable life of public service. He stands out for his decency. May he rest in peace. Sincere condolences. malaysiakini.com/news/740164

Singapore goes to polls. Nomination day April 23, polling day should be set soon. PAP retains strong advantage under its 4G leadership. channelnewsasia.com/singapore/ge20…

The horrors of the Myanmar junta know no limits. These criminals should not be legitimised and empowered by meeting them.

Wishing all celebrating a blessed and joyful Easter.

Koun Sikaan - happy day from Kundasang, Sabah.

Two political rallies on the last night of campaigning in Singapore's #GE2025 . PAP in Punggol (a close fight) and Workers Party in Hougang (opposition core seat). WP easily over 10k people, many young voters.

"Singapore's society is changing—and they want their political model to evolve too. In the age of social media the PAP no longer controls the political narrative so it has to manage diverse voices," @Melisa_Idris speaks to analyst Bridget Welsh #ConsiderThis bit.ly/3W7Ckg2

Singapore #GE2025 sample counts coming in - decisive victory for PM Lawrence Wong, increased popular vote & victory in Punggol for PAP's DPM Gan Kim Yong (Task Force Man). Wong and Trump effects in polls. WP has held on to its core seats, final results pending.

Sharing a sunset in Sandakan with a wise cat.

KL prepares for ASEAN road nightmare over multiple days. Malaysia should learn from other cities about how to be less disruptive. freemalaysiatoday.com/category/natio…

Wishing friends in Sabah and Sarawak lovely Kaamatan and Gawai celebrations

Malaysia's first woman chief justice Tengku Maimum Tuan Mat stands tall as one of the best chief judges. Impressive record strengthening judiciary. Brilliant leadership w/integrity. Malaysian Bar raises legitimate concerns about uncertainty of judiciary. channelnewsasia.com/asia/malaysia-…

Thailand's PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra was suspended. My regional podcast Straight Talk Southeast Asia looks at Thai political instability w/fmr MP Kunthida Rungruengkiat & co-host Zachary Abuza spreaker.com/episode/ep95-t… Apple: bit.ly/3I8oTbw Spotify: bit.ly/4lj2PcM

Vietnam first country in Southeast Asia to reach a trade 'deal' w/ US (limited & sparse on details) second country to settle w/US tariffs/transshipment after UK. Matter of survival for Vietnam's economy amidst harsh Trump administration economic pressure. nytimes.com/2025/07/02/bus…

Important recommendation of a 'flying squad' to address the delays in processing identity documentation in Sabah/acknowledgement of delays. Basic documentation in Sabah remains serious problem in urgent need of attention. nst.com.my/news/nation/20…

July 4th - America's holiday to celebrate independence/freedom. At no time in my lifetime has US freedom been so under threat. From raids, arrests to speech/protest, rise of political right serious consequences. Fight for justice more important than ever👊 theguardian.com/us-news/2025/j…