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China’s Xi Hails Ties With Indonesia Ahead of Southeast Asia Tour
By Sebastian Strangio
The Chinese leader will this week visit Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia, where he will attempt to contrast China's steady economic engagement with the volatility of the current U.S. administration.
Regulating Timber Plantations Key to Protecting Land Rights in Malaysia
By Matthew Reysio-Cruz and Luciana Téllez Chávez
Timber plantations have now become the greatest threat to the Malaysian rainforest and its Indigenous residents.
China’s Xi to Visit Three Southeast Asian Nations This Month, Report Claims
By Sebastian Strangio
The Chinese leader will visit Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia at a time of great uncertainty about the course of U.S. policy toward the region.
Malaysia to Tighten Chip Controls After Pressure From US, Report Says
By Sebastian Strangio
The Trump administration is investigating the illicit export of restricted Nvidia graphics processing units to China.
Betting on the Demise of Free Trade? Make Way for the New Players at the Table
By Akanksha Sinha
While the future of multilateralism in trade remains uncertain, developing Asia is proving that the global trade order is still evolving.
Southeast Asia’s Quest for Digital Sovereignty
By Vishal Rana and Govand Khalid Azeez
Data is the oil of the 21st century, and Southeast Asia risks pumping its reserves into foreign tanks. The need for the region to develop its own technological infrastructure has never been more pressing.
Why Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad Is Going Private
By James Guild
When is privatization not really privatization?
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
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?
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
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
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.
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
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
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?
By Sophie Lemière
Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged programmers to infuse "Islamic" values into tech.
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
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
By Sebastian Strangio
Najib Razak claims that an unpublished royal order permits him to serve the remainder of his corruption-related sentence at home.
Japan, Malaysia Pledge to Strengthen Economic, Security Ties
By Sebastian Strangio
Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru is visiting Malaysia and Indonesia on his first bilateral state visit since taking office.
Malaysia’s PM Outlines Leadership Ambitions in Energy, Chip Manufacturing
By Sebastian Strangio
Anwar Ibrahim says that his country's "neutrality and openness for partnership" make it a "natural hub" for high-tech manufacturing.
Court Grants Ex-Malaysian PM Najib Appeal in House Arrest Ruling
By Sebastian Strangio
The former leader is leaving no leaf unturned in his bid to serve his remaining corruption sentence under house arrest.
Anwar Ibrahim’s ‘Postnormal Times MADANI Exhibition’ Aims to Change Malaysia’s Conversation
By Amrita Malhi
The Kuala Lumpur exhibition challenges the exclusionary narratives advanced by the Malay right-wing. But are the country’s two political camps talking past each other?
Malaysian Police Arrest Satirical Artist Over Caricatures of Sabah Governor
By Sebastian Strangio
Fahmi Reza is being investigated under the Sedition Act for making fun of newly appointed state governor Musa Aman.
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