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Can we address the sources of our political dysfunction by improving parliamentary culture? Tonight on #ConsiderThis we speak to Tan Sri Ariff Yusof about his 2-year tenure as Speaker of Dewan Rakyat as chronicled in his recent book, ‘Parliament, Unexpected’.

The delay in tabling the anti-hopping bill & the Government’s defeat in its Sosma motion have seen some questioning the validity of the MoU. Has this political experiment failed? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris ask our guests if the MoU is in jeopardy.

The Anti-Party Hopping Bill meant for this session of Parliament has been pushed to a special Ramadan sitting. What's behind the delay? Tonight on #ConsiderThis we ask our guests about the Government's commitment to the MoU's reforms.

Will recent changes in DAP's top leadership be sufficient to stem the electoral decline of the party? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Sharaad Kuttan speaks to Pasir Pinji ADUN & outgoing Pakatan Harapan Youth Chief Howar Lee about what’s demoralised its base & what needs to be done to enthuse it.

Fresh from their big win in Johor, some UMNO leaders have openly called for GE15 to be expedited.  Will party pressure prove too much for PM Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri? Tonight on #ConsiderThis we ask our guests who might heed UMNO's battle cry.

Are Johor’s many national parks a sufficient testament to its commitment to preserving its rich ecological heritage?  Tonight on #ConsiderThis Sharaad Kuttan speaks to our guest about the trade-offs - losses & gains - created by the state’s development agenda.

As Johor tries to chart away forwards recovery post-pandemic it will have to look at its youth base, their skills and aspirations for can be done.  Tonight on #ConsiderThis Sharaad Kuttan speaks to our guest about the challenges facing the state’s youth.

Women & girls are disproportionately impacted by the climate crisis, which is why including their voices in climate action is crucial. Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris asks UNDP's Gender Advisor Koh Miyaoi about the intersection between gender, social equity & climate change solutions.

With a commanding two-thirds majority what can be expected from UMNO as it governs with its traditional allies, MCA & MIC? Tonight on #ConsiderThis we speak to our guests about the future of Johor politics.

After two weeks of a very crowded campaign trail, Johor will head to the polls tomorrow. Tonight on #ConsiderThis we ask political analysts for their takeaways from the Johor campaign & likely voting outcomes.

What is the optimal configuration of politics & governance - dominance or competition? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Sharaad Kuttan speaks to Johor BN Chief & caretaker MB Datuk Hasni Mohammad about his vision of politics for the state & the pledges for reform he has made if returned to power.

How can the next Johor government set a course not just for Covid-19 related recovery but longer term development priorities? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Sharaad Kuttan speaks to our guests about Johor’s development challenges & prospects.

Gender equality in politics should go beyond calls for parties to field more female candidates. The reality remains that women face multiple obstacles to participating in political life. On #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris ask our guests how to break down barriers. #IWD2022

A highly competitive race with multicornered fights awaits the Johor voter on the 12th. But who will get their support? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Sharaad Kuttan speaks to the candidates about issues on the ground.

175 nations have endorsed a landmark resolution at #UNEA5 to end plastic pollution by developing a legally binding agreement by 2024. Tonight on #ConsiderThis we ask our guest how the treaty aims to address plastic pollution throughout its lifecycle.

World Wildlife Day 2022 focuses on “recovering key species for ecosystem restoration”. Tonight on #ConsiderThis we ask conservation biologist Dr Nurzhafarina Othman about living with Bornean elephants & Sabah’s rich natural heritage which this magnificent animal represents.

It's been about a week since Russia launched a large-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24th. But away from the battlefield and beyond the immediacy of escalating tensions between Russia, Ukraine and their respective allies - attempts at a diplomatic solution continue.

A new govt assistance system JKM Pay for people with disabilities is facing major push back from its main stakeholders. Were they consulted? Tonight on #ConsiderThis we speak to our guests about PWDs and flaws in policy-making.

239 candidates will face off for 56 seats up in the Johor Polls, more than half of which are four-way fights.  Tonight on #ConsiderThis we ask our guests how political stakeholders are preparing for polling day. #AWANIenglish #MalaysiaBangkit #PolitikMalaysia

Public disenchantment & political instability are the by-products of “party hopping”. Can legislation help? Tonight on #ConsiderThis we speak to our guests about the upcoming Anti-Hopping Bill.

The National Recovery Council is pushing to fully reopen Malaysia's borders for quarantine-free travel as soon as possible. Tonight on #ConsiderThis we ask our guests what considerations must be weighed in making this decision.

Whether it’s the immediate or long term, economic recovery is crucial to job security, full employment & better salaries. Tonight on #ConsiderThis we speak to our guests about the public policy options confronting us.

As another case of unilateral conversation grabs national attention, what about the rights of the three children? Where & how has the system failed them? Tonight on #ConsiderThis we speak to our guests about protecting the rights of children.

The special EPF withdrawals sanctioned by governmentt solved an immediate problem but with millions of depleted accounts did it create another? Tonight on #ConsiderThis we ask our guests about retirement & financial security.

What should the public health response be to a variant which is mild but highly transmissible? Tonight on #ConsiderThis we speak to our guests about adjusting our approach to manage the Omicron wave.