Even though they have been denied of their two-third majority, the ruling party still has 60% of the seats and is still a strong government.

The political situation in Malaysia has changed after the 8 March general elections. The fact is the people showed politicians a power that should not be ignored.

Putrajaya: Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi today announced his new Cabinet. Details follow.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi remains as Minister of Finance while Tan Sri Nor Mohamed Yakcop will continue to be Second Finance Minister, Bernama reports.

The Opposition Democratic Action Party (DAP) is now enjoying the electoral euphoria that the Gerakan experienced on May 10, 1969, but the latter was summarily consigned to political oblivion after a period of slightly less than 39 years.

DAP Central Committee resolved to recommend Publicity Secretary cum Kinrara assemblyman Teresa Kok as the Deputy Menteri Besar of Selangor.

While many need time to adapt to the new situation after the general elections, responses from some people were disappointing as they kept playing around with racial issues.

State Pas secretary Mohammad Nizar Jamaluddin was sworn in the new Menteri Besar of Perak as he celebrates his 51st birthday Monday (17 Mar).

Over 3000 people turned up at the "What's Coming Next" political forum held by Guang Ming Daily, Sin Chew Daily, Eye Asia and Sin Chew-i in Penang.

DAP adviser Lim Kit Siang welcomes Pas suggestion for cooperation between the two parties.