Tuesday, June 30, 2009
I am sorry but...
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
The Unsettling Case of NEC Chairman - A Kadir Jasin
During pre-Pak Lah times, Maybank was known as an "institutionalised" bank. Decisions were not too speedy but usually well thought off. There were exceptions to the norm but these cases were small and few in numbers.
This is one bank that was known to be "difficult" when it comes to debt restructuring because the interests of its stakeholders were held high.
This stance appear to have changed when Pak Lah became the PM, especially so towards the end of his premiership. I wonder why?
I am not defending Amirsham but I seriously think there were external interference in their investment decisions culminating to "overpriced" venture into Indonesia and few other countries.
During the times of Dr. M, I don't think the interferences were as great compared to Pak Lah's time.
I could be totally wrong but I have a weird feeling that Amirsham was arm-twisted to pushing through those overpriced investments.
To "silence" him, he was appointed as Minister and to make sure those investments went through as planned, Wahid was made CEO of Maybank. [Despite such accolades heaped towards Wahid, I seriously don't think he did such a great job in UEM or Telekom.]
This practice of "wracking" a fully functional and profitable organisation is not confined to just Maybank. Look at FELDA and now, Petronas (as mentioned in your previous write-up)!
We have institutions that have served a large number of people being wracked for the benefit of a few...!!! This practice should be stopped!
Back to Najib's NEC.
I concur with you that Najib appears to suffer from "hangat-hangat tahi ayam" in his actions. A series of high profile walkabouts were published and then “silence is golden”. Does it mean that now the press are “not allowed” to cover those walkabouts?
Najib’s KPI does not look good at this point in time. More and more of his decisions are being questioned. Emphasis and focus are not on the economy or the global crisis. I am not too sure what the focus is on right now! Maybe milking whatever is left... ???
In June/July 2008, I commented that Malaysia’s economic outlook appears bleak at best. Back then export orders were being slashed by as much as 80%. Yet Nor Mohamed Yakcop, the then FM2 and Najib, as FM1, were adamant that Malaysia would not be affected by the global crisis.
There is nothing wrong in admitting the “difficult”business environment arising from the crisis in the US, Europe and Japan. Yes our export to the US is lesser now compared to 1 to 2 decades ago. But if our other export markets are also affected by US crisis, how could we escape!
Now Najib admits that the scenario is far worse that anticipated. Admitting alone would not solve the problem.
Speedy actions must follow.
Coordinated efforts must be enforced throughout the whole government machinery. Sense of urgency must be instilled throughout the whole set up.
I agree with Pak Belalang, the rumblings about “buying of new fighter jets” and training of volunteers in mosques are distressing. Why are we focusing “helping” out other nations’ industries/companies?
Without external interferences, Amirsham did reasonably well as a CEO/President of a bank. But that does not mean he would be a good Chief for NEC. NEC needs someone with far greater foresight, far greater resolve to move plans into actions. One who knows when to speak, when to be silent. One that understands how the whole government machinery works and how to make them tick! The person need not be an economics major or graduate but one who thinks on his/her feet... And this person need not be a graduate from Oxbridge or some fancy Ivy League!
Do we have such a person? I think we do. Najib must decide without fear or favour and must thoroughly think before deciding.
Najib must focus on the economy and Rosmah should refrain from being too visible, forceful and domineering. If Najib is not able to focus on the economy then his days as a PM would not be long. Instead he would go down into annals of Malaysia as the first UMNO President that became the Head of Opposition in Parliament...
First step, appoint a credible Head of NEC.
Second, stop messing with FELDA!
Third, refrain from messing with Petronas.
Forth, remove deadwoods from the government machinery.
While doing all these steps, FOCUS ON THE ECONOMY... !!! Speedy decisions are required...!!! Satisfying UMNO warlords would not ensure Najib's survival beyond the next GE!
Sekian.
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Khairy ticks off PKR leaders on ‘hotel democracy’
BUKIT MERTAJAM: Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin has chided PKR leaders for treating democracy like a hotel where they can check in and out whenever they wished.
He said the resignation of Penanti assemblyman Mohamad Fairus Khairudin was proof that PKR did not uphold democracy and respect the wishes of the people who voted him in.
“You must honour your pledge to be their representative and not resign as and when you like. This is not a hotel where you can check in and check out anytime you feel like doing so.
“This involves the trust and expectations of the people who supported you,” he said after a meet-the-people session at the Guar Perahu mosque near here yesterday.
Khairy said his movement has started its meet-the-people programmes which would be continued even if by-elections are held in the areas.
“By-elections are not the main reason for Umno to be close to the people. We will be with them rain or shine,” he added.
Khairy said the wing had expressed its views on whether Barisan Nasional should contest in the Penanti by-election but declined to elaborate, adding that the wing would gather information and present them to the party leadership before a decision is made on Monday.
Khairy also urged opposition parties not to be engrossed in politicking as it was detrimental to the country which was facing an economic slowdown.
He expressed the hope that the Perak Mentri Besar issue would be resolved either through the courts or the state assembly and that the majority support in the assembly should be respected.
Iktibar Daripada Cerita Presiden Obama - A Kadir Jasin
Friday, May 15, 2009
Khairy Jamaluddin - Is Najib easing media censorship on him?
KJ slams Anwar for Perak fresh polls dare
Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin yesterday hit out at opposition leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for daring Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak to call for elections in Perak.
“We have nothing to be afraid of and are ready to face the people,” he said.
He also called the Parti Keadilan Rakyat leader a hypocrite for courting defections last year but favouring elections when they occurred against the Pakatan Rakyat.
“When things work in their favour, they are quiet but when we managed to obtain a stay of execution, they claim there’s a conspiracy.
Khairy said the political situation in Perak could only be solved through two processes, legal or legislative.
“Let the legal process be completed first before proceeding with the legislative process,” he said, adding that Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir was the rightful Perak menteri besar as BN had the majority of state seats.
He said the BN would work hard to win over the people of Perak.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Komen Terhadap Cadangan Pak Belalang diblog A Kadir Jasin
PakBelalang telah menulis:
SHAH ALAM, May 11 (Bernama) -- Umno will harness the power of the new media to attract the young towards the party but not in the way the opposition has been using them to undermine leaders of other parties.
comment:
UMNO kalau nak pikat anak-anak muda Melayu berjinak dengan parti UMNO senang saja.
Tiap-tiap cawangan mesti disediakan UMNO Social Club House untuk anak-anak muda. Adakan berbagai aktiviti social yang boleh menyatu-padukan masyarakat pemuda dicawangan-cawangan. Tak payah cerita pasal politik sangat. Make it a very informal interaction among themselves and give them free hand to organise whatever activities they want to initiate. Ketua Bahagian and Ketua Cawangan mestilah proaktif, dan beri sokongan dan guidance untuk mereka.
Kalau facilities di Club House itu canggih dengan segala kelengkapan seperti internet, gym dll. lagi kuat tarikan anak-anak muda bersama UMNO.
12:23 AM
Monday, May 4, 2009
Insinuation, Allegation, Charged & Guilty
Monday, April 27, 2009
Buang DEB Apa Gantinya? - A Kadir Jasin
Kawan-kawan saya selalu ingatkan saya supaya jangan terlampau sangat bergantung dengan "anti-biotic" dari klinik bila jatuh sakit. Alasan yang diberi "terlalu lama dan kerap mengambil anti-biotic akan menyebabkan badan kita kurang daya tahan".
Tetapi saya selalu tanya balik "apa itu terlalu lama dan kerap". Jawapan mereka mudah. Ia bergantung kepada tahap kesihatan seseorang bila jatuh sakit. Ia juga bergantung kepada "mental strength" dan banyak lagi faktor-faktor yang perlu diambilkira.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Malay dilemma is electrifying - By Dina Zaman
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Status Quo Di Bukit dan Sungai - A Kadir Jasin
I am still very angry and annoyed with UMNO/BN leaders and members. I was hoping that UMNO/BN would lose all three by-elections but I guess I am quite happy that they lost in two.
I would love to give Najib a chance but only 6 months! The first test would be his cabinet formation.
Why am I so angry that every single problem (whether real or perceived) I lay my blame on UMNO/BN?
Why am I brainwashing my children's minds to hating UMNO/BN?
It is because:
(1) UMNO/BN members have got little or no conscience!
- They have no qualm in voting for corrupted members to lead them!
(2) UMNO/BN members think too highly of themselves!
- Mere mortals (the rakyat) are judged based on different standards. The rakyat are stupid fools...
(3) UMNO/BN members take almost everything and gives very little back!
- Projects are awarded at huge mark-ups (exorbitantly inflated) using tax payers money!
(4) Wifes of UMNO/BN leaders and members act and behave like leaches!
- They expect to be treated like the rakyat owe them a living and we must accord them demigod status!
(5) UMNO/BN-link companies expect people to work for them without compensations!
- Service providers should feel honoured to be given a chance to work for them! No compensation required.
During the course of my work, I have worked for UMNO/BN-linked companies. Linked either through the party or individuals (members).
These companies expect services to be provided for free! We can invoice them but don't hold ones breath for payment!
Man-hours and man-days spent means nothing to these jokers! To them, we should be proud to be given a chance to serve an UMNO member!
Contracts signed mean nothing as their attitude is "sue me if you dare"!
Why do I say these things? It is because they:
(1) Could afford to change expensive cars like changing shirts;
(2) Could afford live lavishly building bungalows fit for Kings;
(3) Could afford to "sponsor" decision-makers to give "special considerations" to their proposals even though they are not qualified or have no capacity to undertake certain jobs; and
(4) Could afford to pay only those that has direct link to decision-makers.
At the end of the day, I am "screwed" when:
(1) taxes that I pay are misused; and
(2) services provided are not compensated as per agreement/contract.
I would like to refer to TheStar 08 April 2009 (front-page):
"Maybe the people are still undecided, so we will have to work harder to convince them"
- UMNO Deputy President, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin
For Sdr. Muhyiddin, the people have decided, not undecided. UMNO/BN needs drastic transformation. Don't engage Etos to do the post-mortem on your defeat! They would provide you with answers that you want to hear, not the whole truth!
Sekian.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Najib has 6 months to prove himself...
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Antara Saf Berintegriti Dengan Yang Membawa Mati - A Kadir Jasin
Saya tidak terkejut tetapi amat kecewa dengan pemilihan Ketua Pemuda baru.
Persoalan saya:
(1) Adakah para perwakilan (khasnya Pemuda) tidak sedar akan sentimen negatif terhadap Ketua Pemuda yang baru mereka pilih?
(2) Adakah poket sendiri lebih penting dari UMNO?
(3) Adakah rasuah amalan hidup mereka?
Banyak lagi persoalan yang berkaitan bolih diketengahkan. Tetapi yang penting adalah mesaj yang diberi olih Pemuda UMNO kepada dunia luar dengan pemilihan ketua baru mereka.
"Kami sokong pesalah politik wang asalkan kocek kami berisi..."
Yang memilukan ialah pemuda-pemuda inilah barisan pemimpin dikemudian hari.
Hanya ada satu cara untuk membendung perkara ini dari menjadi lebih parah!
Tolak UMNO...!
Rakyat mesti tolak UMNO jika para perwakilan Pemuda UMNO sendiri tidak bermaruah dengan memilih pesalah politik wang...!!!
Mana keinsafan UMNO? Mana...?
Sekian.