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Malaysian Chinese Association

MCA becomes latest party to express unhappiness with PM Anwar’s unity government

The Malaysian Chinese Association led by president Wee Ka Siong resolved at its annual general assembly on Dec 7 to end ties with the Democratic Action Party (DAP) by the next general election.
The Malaysian Chinese Association led by president Wee Ka Siong resolved at its annual general assembly on Dec 7 to end ties with the Democratic Action Party (DAP) by the next general election.

Online critics face growing scrutiny as Malaysia rolls out controversial data collection project

Malaysian Chinese Association Pahang Youth chief Wong Siew Mun (centre) was questioned by the police on June 18 over a video she posted on TikTok.
Malaysian Chinese Association Pahang Youth chief Wong Siew Mun (centre) was questioned by the police on June 18 over a video she posted on TikTok.

After 7 decades with Umno, loyal ally MCA mulls over going separate ways

MCA president Wee Ka Siong awaits the decision of the party's 191 divisions on whether the party's future continues to lie with Umno, or to end more than seven decades of partnership.
MCA president Wee Ka Siong awaits the decision of the party's 191 divisions on whether the party's future continues to lie with Umno, or to end more than seven decades of partnership.

Chinese signage sparks war of words between Malaysia’s MCA and DAP

whsignboard - The suggestion to remove  Chinese characters from some signboards in Jalan Petaling led to a heated exchange of words between MCA and DAP.

ST Photo: Lu Wei Hoong
whsignboard - The suggestion to remove  Chinese characters from some signboards in Jalan Petaling led to a heated exchange of words between MCA and DAP.

ST Photo: Lu Wei Hoong

Malaysia's MCA turns to business matchmaking with China to stay afloat

whmca02 - In the opening speech of 5th World Association Presidents’ Conference. Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusuf said clean and renewable energy were among the areas of cooperation in Malaysia-China bilateral relationship.

ST Photo: Lu Wei Hoong
whmca02 - In the opening speech of 5th World Association Presidents’ Conference. Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusuf said clean and renewable energy were among the areas of cooperation in Malaysia-China bilateral relationship.

ST Photo: Lu Wei Hoong

Malaysia’s new cancel culture targets unpalatable speech

More concerning is intimidation is being used to shut down legitimate debates about the future of Malaysia, says the writer.
More concerning is intimidation is being used to shut down legitimate debates about the future of Malaysia, says the writer.

Rallying cry of ‘once foes, now friends’ reflects Malaysia govt’s strengths, says Saifuddin

Pakatan Harapan secretary-general Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the unity government formed six months ago remains intact and stronger than ever.
Pakatan Harapan secretary-general Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the unity government formed six months ago remains intact and stronger than ever.

Malaysia election: New versus old politics in Bentong seat

In Bentong, veteran Barisan Nasional politician Liow Tiong Lai (left)  goes up against Ms Young Syefura Othman from the Democratic Action Party.
In Bentong, veteran Barisan Nasional politician Liow Tiong Lai (left)  goes up against Ms Young Syefura Othman from the Democratic Action Party.

MCA hopes to moderate new govt but needs to win voter trust

Malaysian Chinese Association hopes to moderate new govt but doubts remain over support from Chinese

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.