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Malaysia
The Challenge of Modernizing a Navy: Malaysia’s Boustead Heavy Industries
By James Guild
A decade ago, the Malaysian shipbuilder was in fine health. Now it finds itself in financial straits.
As Delta Variant Rages in Southeast Asia, Health Workers Warned Not to Speak Out
By Alifah Zainuddin
The pandemic has highlighted deep-rooted problems in health service. Medical workers voicing out their concerns have put governments on the defensive.
Malaysia to Phase Out China’s Sinovac Vaccine
By Sebastian Strangio
Will mounting evidence about the limited efficacy of Chinese-made vaccines spell the end for Beijing's vaccine diplomacy?
Singapore’s Land Reclamation on Pedra Branca: Implications for Malaysia
By Wahab Jumrah
While the ICJ awarded Pedra Branca to Singapore in 2008, its planned land reclamation works could have far-reaching legal ramifications.
Malaysia’s ‘Total Lockdown’ Failure Plunges Hospitals Into Crisis
By Alifah Zainuddin
A COVID-19 surge is overwhelming many of Malaysia’s intensive care units, as rivalries among politicians allow a disaster to unfold.
COVID-19 Tightens Its Grip on Southeast Asia
By Sebastian Strangio
At least half of the region's 11 nations have seen record daily infection counts over the past week.
UMNO Withdraws Its Support for Malaysian Ruling Coalition
By Sebastian Strangio
The move comes after months of sniping between the party and Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin's camp.
Malaysia Pledges Action After US Trafficking Demotion
By Sebastian Strangio
In its latest trafficking report, the U.S. State Department dropped Malaysia to "Tier 3," its lowest ranking.
Malaysian PM Backtracks and Agrees to Convene Parliament
By Sebastian Strangio
The decisions follows a series of rare interventions by the king and the heads of the country's nine Malay royal houses.
Malaysia’s PM to Decide on Parliament Return as Pandemic Worsens
By Alifah Zainuddin
Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin barely survived the last sitting of parliament. Will he survive the next?
Malaysia Announces Massive COVID-19 Aid Package as Thailand Tightens Restrictions
By Sebastian Strangio
Until Southeast Asian nations achieve widespread vaccination distribution, they will continue to struggle with periodic outbreaks and lockdowns.
Malaysia’s King Calls for the Reopening of Parliament
By Sebastian Strangio
The country's legislature has been suspended under a state of emergency imposed in January.