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Issue 57. 5 October 2026
Last week’s announcement by the Prime Minister confirming an increase in parliamentary seats for Sabah and Sarawak was undoubtedly the eyebrow-raising news of the week — and rightly takes its place as the main headline. It remains only a promise for now, but if and when it happens, it will mark a historic moment not just for East Malaysia, but for the nation as a whole. The shift in parliamentary representation would probably significantly alter Malaysia’s political landscape.
Moving away from politics — which, of course, has absolutely no connection to any individuals currently in Parliament — another story grabbed attention this week: the rise in crocodile attacks. What began as a triumph of wildlife conservation has evolved into a grim dilemma. As this week’s op-ed explores, Sarawak’s progress often comes with such uncomfortable trade-offs — the tension between preservation and development. Snap!
Finally, this week’s infographic turns the spotlight on a major source of revenue that has been quietly powering the economy: the live performance concert industry. It’s a fast-growing, high-stakes business facing intense competition from regional heavyweights like Singapore and Bangkok — but also full of opportunity for those bold enough to take the stage.
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