While the country seems to be incessantly embroiled in politicking, could it be possible that some quarters are "looting" the country's wealth and resources legally?
Both the Barisan Nasional government and the Pakatan Rakyat government depend on the efficiency and dedication of the civil servants for the "smooth functioning of the government machinery". Those who have watched "Yes Minister", a British comedy will be well schooled in the powers of the civil service and that it is a power unto itself.
Practically, you "cannot" sack civil servants. They have security of employment. Their decisions are almost unchallengeable and the one who goes to court with a judicial review application to do so knows the costs - both the legal cost and "the other cost". In short, the civil servant can make any decision that affects your life, your business and you stand in line - sometimes forever - to rectify it, if it is wrong.
It is because of their power that they have been referred to as "Little Napoleons", even by our Prime Minister, Dato' Seri Abdullah Badawi.
Considering their power, it is a major surprise that no major reform of the civil service has ever been embarked for the past 50 years. Politicians seem almost afraid to touch this sector. Why? Even though it is the act or the omission of the civil service that impacts most of the Rakyat's lives.
Once again, the duty of reforming the civil service must fall on the shoulders of the Saviour Citizens or Raperas. Think about it.
Monday, August 11, 2008
Stable society and Trojan Horse
I received the following long sms from a young CEO of a major company. Probably this appears to be the views of many young people in this country? I do not know. I am posting it here for you to think about it.
"Salam. On one corner of the ring we have a disillusioned self centered leader whose foundation was built on the image of Mr Clean. In his fervour to consolidate his strength, restructured the system of governing this country, no doubt that the system has its flaws but it was good enough to bring the country to where it is today comparing the state it was 50 years ago. On the other corner, we have an opposition whose leaders are ever willing to use whatever issues close to the people's heart to gain ground but in private circles speaks differently. They even talk differently to diferent quartersof society. The question is why do we the people be supporters to either one when being a spectator sickens the mind and body. Ethiopian society is a target unobtainable. it sickens me when people are systematically brainwashed to think it is just for the sake of getting them in power.
A stable society is what we can hope for, this requires compromise and a clear plan and action to bridge the gap such compromised cause. For that , in a society which is becoming more affluent and aware of their civil liberties, first and foremost we need a society which is rational and far sighted to look into the under currents, to understand the global scenarios and the strategies of the current world powers and how it affects us. I believe this song and dance to create true democracy and the adherence to the rule of law is an attempt to destabilise upcoming powers so that their hegemony is well protected. Immediately the trojan horse comes to mind. But if society can't see this than it deserves to be destabilised and fall into anarchy". END.
"Salam. On one corner of the ring we have a disillusioned self centered leader whose foundation was built on the image of Mr Clean. In his fervour to consolidate his strength, restructured the system of governing this country, no doubt that the system has its flaws but it was good enough to bring the country to where it is today comparing the state it was 50 years ago. On the other corner, we have an opposition whose leaders are ever willing to use whatever issues close to the people's heart to gain ground but in private circles speaks differently. They even talk differently to diferent quartersof society. The question is why do we the people be supporters to either one when being a spectator sickens the mind and body. Ethiopian society is a target unobtainable. it sickens me when people are systematically brainwashed to think it is just for the sake of getting them in power.
A stable society is what we can hope for, this requires compromise and a clear plan and action to bridge the gap such compromised cause. For that , in a society which is becoming more affluent and aware of their civil liberties, first and foremost we need a society which is rational and far sighted to look into the under currents, to understand the global scenarios and the strategies of the current world powers and how it affects us. I believe this song and dance to create true democracy and the adherence to the rule of law is an attempt to destabilise upcoming powers so that their hegemony is well protected. Immediately the trojan horse comes to mind. But if society can't see this than it deserves to be destabilised and fall into anarchy". END.
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