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Mahathir Mohamad

Ex-Malaysian PM Mahathir Accuses Government of Prosecuting Its Rivals

Ex-Malaysian PM Mahathir Accuses Government of Prosecuting Its Rivals

By Eileen Ng
The former leader's claims came a week after his eldest son was ordered to hand over information to anti-graft investigators.

How Should Malaysia’s Government Deal With the ‘Green Wave’?

How Should Malaysia’s Government Deal With the ‘Green Wave’?

By Munira Mustaffa and Amrita Malhi
The Islamist party PAS is ascendant, but Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's current response to the group risks doing more harm than good.
Anwar Ibrahim, Anti-Semite?

Anwar Ibrahim, Anti-Semite?

By David Hutt
The Malaysian leader has long expressed strong, and at times contradictory, views on the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Malaysia Expels Prominent Cambodian Opposition Figure Sam Rainsy

Malaysia Expels Prominent Cambodian Opposition Figure Sam Rainsy

By Sebastian Strangio
Prime Minister Hun Sen claims that he received a promise from Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim that Rainsy would “never be allowed to step on Malaysian soil.”

Did Malaysia’s PM Just Say the Quiet Part Out Loud on Myanmar?

Did Malaysia’s PM Just Say the Quiet Part Out Loud on Myanmar?

By Sribala Subramanian
A look back at the origins of ASEAN's "embarrassing problem."

In Malaysia, a Political Stalwart Bows Out

In Malaysia, a Political Stalwart Bows Out

By Sophie Lemière
At last week's election, the extraordinary, six-decade-long political journey of Mahathir Mohamad reached its quiet terminus.

Sworn in, Anwar Gets to Work as Malaysia’s Prime Minister

Sworn in, Anwar Gets to Work as Malaysia’s Prime Minister

By Luke Hunt
Anwar said he would submit his government to a vote of confidence on December 19.
Malaysia’s Mahathir, 97, to Run in Malaysia’s General Elections

Malaysia’s Mahathir, 97, to Run in Malaysia’s General Elections

By Eileen Ng
Mahathir says he’ll run to defend his seat, but hasn’t said whether he’d pursue the prime minister role again.

Foot in Mouth, Mahathir’s Hate Speech Backfires – Again

Foot in Mouth, Mahathir’s Hate Speech Backfires – Again

By Luke Hunt
It’s time for the former Malaysian PM to just shut and stop scratching for cheap votes.

Another Close Shave for Malaysia’s PM Muhyiddin

Another Close Shave for Malaysia’s PM Muhyiddin

By Sebastian Strangio
UMNO expressed its support for Muhyiddin's coalition, even as its officials sought to extract concessions from the beleaguered premier.

Yvonne Tew on Courts and Constitutionalism in Malaysia

Yvonne Tew on Courts and Constitutionalism in Malaysia

By Catherine Putz
The Najib ruling is “a step in the right direction on the path to constitutional redemption,” Tew says.
Malaysia Prime Minister Wins Test of Support, Ousts House Speaker

Malaysia Prime Minister Wins Test of Support, Ousts House Speaker

By Associated Press
The government secured 111 votes against 109 to oust the speaker, a narrow win.

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