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Born in Malaysia, Denied Citizenship: A Child's Right to Belong

A Malaysian Court of Appeal ruling denies citizenship to children born here to Malaysian fathers and unmarried foreign mothers, despite DNA proof of paternity. The decision raises urgent questions about whether outdated laws serve children's interests.

By Azizah Rahman · 9 Aug 2026 · 6 min read

Hungarian President Capitulates to Constitutional Removal, Ceding Powers to Parliament

Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok has agreed to step down after countersigning a constitutional amendment that strips his office. Parliamentary speaker Agnes Forsthoffer assumes interim powers pending new elections within 30 days.

By Azizah Rahman · 19 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia to Table Historic Separation of Attorney General and Public Prosecutor Roles

Malaysia's government will present a landmark constitutional reform to separate the roles of Attorney General and Public Prosecutor, introducing independent appointment mechanisms and strengthened parliamentary oversight.

By Azizah Rahman · 13 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Japan's Lower House Approves Historic Imperial Law Reform in Swift Single-Day Debate

Japan's parliament passed landmark legislation reforming imperial succession rules, permitting adoption of male descendants from former royal branch families and allowing female members to retain status after marriage to commoners.

By Azizah Rahman · 10 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Cabinet Backs Parliamentary Oversight In Public Prosecutor Appointment Process

Malaysia's Cabinet has endorsed constitutional amendments to give Parliament greater oversight in appointing the Public Prosecutor, separating the role from the Attorney General and enhancing judicial independence and accountability.

By Azizah Rahman · 8 Jul 2026 · 4 min read