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Anwar Ibrahim
Malaysia’s Anwar Again Says Oil and Gas Exploration Will Continue
By Sebastian Strangio
China has protested the state energy firm Petronas' exploration activities in the South China Sea.
Anwar Ibrahim in Russia: Opportunism or Hatred of the West?
By David Hutt
The Malaysian leader's apparent embrace of Russia reflects a growing cynicism about the current U.S.-backed global order.
Competing Sectarianisms in Malaysia
By Aizat Shamsuddin
A new bill seeks to tighten Islamic orthodoxies, imperiling the country's reputation for religious tolerance and inclusion.
Former Malaysian PM Muhyiddin Yassin Charged With Sedition
By Sebastian Strangio
The former leader, who heads the opposition Perikatan Nasional coalition, allegedly criticized a former king during an election campaign speech.
India, Malaysia Pledge to Deepen Economic and Security Ties
By Sebastian Strangio
Since Anwar Ibrahim took office in 2022, “there has been a new momentum and energy in our partnership," Indian PM Narendra Modi said yesterday.
Meta Apologizes to Malaysia for Deletion of PM’s Posts on Hamas Assassination
By Sebastian Strangio
Kuala Lumpur has accused tech giants of censoring pro-Palestinian opinion since the beginning of the Gaza war on October 7.
Malaysia Has Applied For BRICS Membership, Anwar Says
By Sebastian Strangio
In addition to economic benefits, Putrajaya hopes that membership will give Malaysia, and the Global South, a greater voice in international affairs.
Malaysia Appoints New Negotiator for Southern Thailand Peace Talks
By Sebastian Strangio
The change comes amid an uptick in violent attacks in the Deep South, including the killing of a prominent human rights defender.
Malaysian PM Says China a ‘True Friend’ and Not to be Feared as Chinese Premier Ends Visit
By Associated Press
As China’s Li Qiang wrapped up his visit, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim dismissed concerns that Beijing sought to “abuse its privilege and extort” Malaysia.
Diesel Prices Leap Upward as Malaysia Begins Subsidy Reforms
By Sebastian Strangio
The government could face a political backlash over its plans to remove blanket fuel subsidies, which it claims are straining the national budget.
Malaysia Orders Meta, TikTok to Formulate Plan for ‘Harmful’ Content
By Sebastian Strangio
With right-wing rhetoric proliferating online, the Anwar government has been forced to walk a fine line between free speech and censorship.
Malaysia’s Anwar Ibrahim Faces the Demons He Helped Unleash
By Imran Said
After coming to office with a pledge to focus on the economy, Anwar has been dogged by Malay-Muslim culture war controversies.
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