We often put far less effort into forming an opinion than into choosing what we eat, buy or even wear.

IN light of recent events and with the lack of guidance from up top on how to conduct ourselves in an argument, I thought I would volunteer some tips on How to Win an Argument in Malaysia.

As we reflect on the past year, let’s resolve to be strong and wake up to reality in 2014.

Instead of seeking revenge, true leaders should seek to bring reconciliation to the people.

Members have been reassured that they can be as frank as they want.

Here, you are surrounded by optimistic and enthusiastic young people with the zeal to do well not only in China, but in the globalised world.

It takes courage to stand one’s ground, but the greatest reward is the ability to sleep at night, knowing that one’s conscience is clear.

Many Muslims are quick to defend their religion as one of peace, but very often words are not enough because the actions that many Muslims do in the name of Islam are neither peaceful nor just.

The importance of respecting a person’s dignity is also tied to respecting their bodily integrity.

The voiceless and powerless are further discriminated by divisive issues.

It is also the time to show the strength of our faith, our spirit and our discipline.

Many issues cut across boundaries and require several different ministries to cooperate in order to find solutions instead of only working in isolation.