Norman Goh
@imnormgoh
Journalist, Nikkei Asia. Producer of Bicara Minggu Ini podcast. Formerly Press & Info Officer at @EUinMalaysia, Special Functions Officer to Foreign Minister.
“Contrary to the allegation that the event was a “gay sex party”, it was actually a health event. In keeping with the goals of the event, it provided sexual health and HIV-related information, condoms, and voluntary testing to promote safer sexual health practices”…
On 24 July, Malaysia’s ambassador to the US, Tan Sri Shahrul Ikram presented his credentials to President Donald Trump as the new ambassador. Shahrul was the former secretary general of Malaysia’s foreign ministry.
Consistent with its historic commitment to a just and lasting peace in the Middle East, I have decided that France will recognize the State of Palestine. I will make this solemn announcement before the United Nations General Assembly this coming September.…
Finally! My interview with Paul Kim is published! Check out my interview discussing about his music journey here: asia.nikkei.com/Life-Arts/Arts…
The Malaysian government has unveiled a slew of relief measures, including 2 billion ringgit ($500 million) in cash assistance for all adults and lower fuel prices to address cost-of-living worries. @anwaribrahim asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Malay…
To all my fellow Sarawakians, Happy Sarawak Independence Day! Every July 22 is a quiet reminder of how far we’ve come. I’m always filled with gratitude for the peace, harmony, and stunning beauty of the land we call home. It is not just a bowl of Sarawak laksa or kolo mee.…
.@justice_sisters , 21 groups & 9 healthcare professionals call on the Kelantan Police to check the accuracy & veracity of the facts shared w/ the media in connection with an alleged 'gay party' that the police broke up in June 2025. FULL STATEMENT🔗: justiceforsisters.org/resources/the-…
In case you missed the announcement last night, Wan Ahmad Farid will be appointed as the next Chief Justice of Malaysia. The official appointment will be held on July 28. The position was left vacant in the past two weeks after the mandatory retirement of former Chief Justice…
There are calls to reject Nick Adams if he is confirmed by the Senate as the next envoy to Malaysia. But wait, there will be ramifications. Malaysia has the right to reject under the Vienna Convention, the same too for the U.S. to reject Malaysia's envoy. asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Inter…
Who is Nick Adams? The newly nominated US Ambassador to Malaysia drew much criticism, but some sees this as an opportunity as a “direct channel” to President Donald Trump. asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Inter…
ASEAN flexes its convening power as top diplomats from the US, China, EU & Russia gather in KL. But unresolved issues such as Myanmar, South China Sea, Trump’s tariffs—cloud the bloc’s unity. My latest with @IsmiDamayanti for @NikkeiAsia. asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Inter…
Today, former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad turns 100 years old. In two days, his wife Dr. Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali turns 99 years old. Interviewed @chedetofficial several times throughout my journalism career, and having worked at the Foreign Affairs Ministry during…
JUST IN | Malaysia's central bank @BNM_official Bank Negara announced 25 basis points cut to their Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) to 2.75% from 3.00%. The shift in stance follows signs of Malaysia's economy softening. asia.nikkei.com/Business/Marke…
Tariffs are now being used to "pressure, isolate and contain" other countries, Malaysian Prime Minister @anwaribrahim warned as he kicked off ASEAN's key foreign ministers' meetings, where U.S. trade policy is set to take center stage. asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Inter…
[Film Review 🍿] Superman (2025) delivers a reimagining of the 1978 film that doesn’t attempt to outdo what came before. It chooses to step out of the long shadows of legacy and instead forges a quieter, more introspective path. It is not a perfect film, but it’s not trying to…
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Trump announced a slew of new tariffs today, hitting big on Asian countries. US State Secretary Marco Rubio makes his maiden trip to Malaysia 🇲🇾 to attend the ASEAN Regional Forum. Where do ASEAN nations stand? What does it mean for the region? asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Inter…
