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Khoo Ying Hooi on Malaysia’s Pivotal General Election

Khoo Ying Hooi on Malaysia’s Pivotal General Election

By Sebastian Strangio
The outcome of this month’s election is “far less certain and predictable" than previous ones.

Supporters of Malaysia’s Jailed PM Begin Campaign for Royal Pardon

Supporters of Malaysia’s Jailed PM Begin Campaign for Royal Pardon

By Sebastian Strangio
Najib Razak's best hope of an early release is to mobilize his base and generate public pressure for the king to intervene.
The Everyday Activists Behind Malaysia’s Democracy Struggle

The Everyday Activists Behind Malaysia’s Democracy Struggle

By Preeti Jha
We need to look beyond Mahathir, and even Anwar, to understand Malaysia’s seismic power shift.

Is a New Era Dawning for Malaysian Civil Society?

Is a New Era Dawning for Malaysian Civil Society?

By Binaifer Nowrojee
“The next year will be critical to build on the public momentum for change.”

Malaysia and Mahathir: The Doctor Is Still in the House

Malaysia and Mahathir: The Doctor Is Still in the House

By Joyce Lee
The revival of populist former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad comes at a price for the people of Malaysia.

An Arab Spring for Southeast Asia?

An Arab Spring for Southeast Asia?

In Burma, Malaysia and Indonesia there are encouraging signs of citizens standing up for themselves.

Malaysia's Summer of Discontent?

Malaysia's Summer of Discontent?

Malaysians are showing growing signs of frustration with their leaders. But can this be turned into poll gains?

Bersih Gets Bigger

Bersih Gets Bigger

Support for Malaysia’s Bersih 3.0 rally was massive, with protests across the country. But what comes next?

Malaysia Rally Turns Ugly

Malaysia Rally Turns Ugly

Police turned on tens of thousands of protesters demonstrating for electoral reform in Malaysia on Saturday. It might not help the government’s image ahead of elections.

Malaysia’s Dubious Voter Numbers

Malaysia’s Dubious Voter Numbers

The Bersih rally planned for this weekend is set to target electoral irregularities. There are plenty to consider.

Malaysia’s Dubious Voter Numbers

Malaysia’s Dubious Voter Numbers

The Bersih rally planned for this weekend is set to target electoral irregularities. There are plenty to consider.

A Year of Protest

A Year of Protest

The Arab Spring and Occupy Wall Street protests may have captured the headlines. But don’t forget about Asia.

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