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Top 5 at 5: Redrawing Malaysia's Electoral Boundaries?
41 mins·17:00, 14 Jan 2026
Top 5 at 5: Redrawing Malaysia's Electoral Boundaries?
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Guest: Danesh Prakash Chacko (Chairperson), Persatuan Bertindak Pilihan Raya Bebas Dan Saksama ('Tindak')
Malaysia’s electoral boundaries is up for redelineation this year, so naturally questions of fairness and representation loom large. We speak to Danesh Prakash Chacko, Chairperson of Persatuan Bertindak Pilihan Raya Bebas Dan Saksama, to unpack what’s at stake and how the Election Commission should redraw the lines. (Starts at 23:19)
• Accelerating mega graft cases: MACC is proposing the Deferred Prosecution Agreement mechanism to fast-track mega graft cases above RM100 million, but critics warn it could let individuals escape full accountability. We speak to solicitor and former deputy public prosecutor Dato Vignesh Kumar on what their introduction could mean for Malaysia’s fight against corruption and the risks. (Starts at 18:12)
• Fined for masking Singaporean plate number: A Malaysian man with Singapore PR status was fined RM9,000 for concealing his foreign license plate to claim RON95 subsidies under BUDI95. The case went viral online and raised questions about enforcement and loopholes. We talk about it. (Starts at 13:04)
• Child abuse charge downgraded: A babysitter accused of abusing an eight‑month‑old baby saw charges reduced to a lighter offence, raising concerns over weakened protections under the Child Act. We hear thoughts from Srividhya Ganapathy, co-chairperson for CRIB Foundation. (Starts at 6:58)
• Household robots to help with chores: These robots, called Neo and Eggie, are supposed to help humans with everyday chores like folding laundry and watering plants. Is it here to stay? We get into it. (Starts at 0:23)
Image Credit: Shutterstock
Presenter: Lee Chwi Lynn, Sharaad Kuttan
Producer: Evening Edition
Malaysia electoral redelineationElection Commission MalaysiaFair electoral boundariesMACC mega graft casesDeferred Prosecution Agreement MalaysiaBUDI95 subsidy abuseSingapore number plate MalaysiaChild abuse law MalaysiaChild Act protectionsHousehold robots technology
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