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Malaysia Will Amend Law on Public Protests, Prime Minister Says

Malaysia Will Amend Law on Public Protests, Prime Minister Says

By Sebastian Strangio
Anwar Ibrahim also said that ongoing investigations against protest organizers would be dropped and that “no further action will be taken.”

The Continued Threat of Online Radicalization in Malaysia

The Continued Threat of Online Radicalization in Malaysia

By Rueben Dass
Social media and the internet continue to be a pivotal part of the modus operandi of extremist networks operating in the country.
What Does the DeepSeek Disruption Mean for Southeast Asia?

What Does the DeepSeek Disruption Mean for Southeast Asia?

By Jonathan Chin
DeepSeek’s low cost – and low computing power – model will have ramifications for Southeast Asia’s bet on data centers.

Malaysia ‘Strongly Opposes’ Forced Resettlement of Palestinians From Gaza

Malaysia ‘Strongly Opposes’ Forced Resettlement of Palestinians From Gaza

By Sebastian Strangio
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's government has been among the staunchest critics of Israel's attacks on Gaza.

Malaysian Government Moves to Block Ex-PM Najib’s House Arrest Bid

Malaysian Government Moves to Block Ex-PM Najib’s House Arrest Bid

By Sebastian Strangio
The Attorney General's Chambers is seeking to challenge an Appeal Court decision that ruled in favor of imprisoned former leader Najib Razak last month.

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The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone, Explained

The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone, Explained

By James Guild
The project is intended to bring together Malaysia's land and labor with Singaporean finance and investment.

Bridging Divides: Malaysia’s Middle Power Diplomacy in ASEAN’s Future

Bridging Divides: Malaysia’s Middle Power Diplomacy in ASEAN’s Future

By Khoo Ying Hooi
In a world increasingly defined by great power rivalries, Malaysia’s position as a middle power within ASEAN has never been more critical. 
Malaysia Seeks Gag Order on Ex-PM Najib’s Royal Document Case

Malaysia Seeks Gag Order on Ex-PM Najib’s Royal Document Case

By Sebastian Strangio
The former leader is seeking to convert his current prison sentence, handed down for his involvement in the 1MDB corruption scandal, to house arrest.

Should AI Convert to Islam?

Should AI Convert to Islam?

By Sophie Lemière
Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged programmers to infuse "Islamic" values into tech.

The Johor-Singapore SEZ: 1963 Reimagined?

The Johor-Singapore SEZ: 1963 Reimagined?

By Marcus Loh
The project offers an opportunity to enhance the strategic partnership between Singapore and Malaysia, at a time when bilateral ties are on a solid footing.

The Return of Malaysia’s Government Investment Funds

The Return of Malaysia’s Government Investment Funds

By James Guild
Whatever momentum there once was for getting the state out of the economy has seemingly stalled.
Malaysia’s Anwar Denies Covering Up Document Permitting Ex-Leader’s House Arrest

Malaysia’s Anwar Denies Covering Up Document Permitting Ex-Leader’s House Arrest

By Sebastian Strangio
Najib Razak claims that an unpublished royal order permits him to serve the remainder of his corruption-related sentence at home.

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