COMMENT | It is not too late to rebuild Malaysia

COMMENT | Many people may think Malaysia is divided, dysfunctional and doomed; where racism, extremism, sexism, religious fanaticism and nationalism threaten our way of life.

Sabahans and Sarawakians have placed one foot out the door of its 58-year union with Malaya. Even the people of Johor and the northern states of Kelantan, Kedah, and Perlis have their own versions of an independent state. Why?

The answer is this - Putrajaya is not listening and many states do not feel their views are taken into consideration by the federal government.

The economic recession hit various communities differently, and the manner in which the coronavirus threat is tackled has confirmed the belief of many Malaysians, that Putrajaya is clueless about their needs.

Ministers fail to consult, communicate, and coordinate the needs of the different communities. To make matters worse, they fail to ensure ministers themselves obey the rules. All trust breaks down. It...