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Mahathir Mohamad
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.
What's Behind Malaysia's Pile of Missing Money?
By Luke Hunt
A financial scandal implicating Malaysia's prime minister has gripped the country.
ASEAN Move on Rohingya, Slow But Forward
By Luke Hunt
The bloc takes some tentative steps, with a welcome dose of common sense from Mahathir Mohamad.
Najib Blogs His Response to Mahathir and Critics
By Mong Palatino
The Malaysian prime minister returns fire.
Mahathir Versus Najib
By Mong Palatino
Malaysia’s former prime minister is distinctly unhappy with the incumbent.
Mahathir’s Laments Put Malaysia Back in the Spotlight
By Luke Hunt
The political paralysis enveloping Malaysia has taken a predictable turn for the worse.
Malaysia’s Growing Climate of Repression Gets Ignored
By Joshua Kurlantzick
With the focus on Joko in Indonesia, Malaysia's crackdown on the opposition is receiving little attention.
Obama’s Upcoming Trip to Malaysia: Going to Be Prickly and Tough
By Joshua Kurlantzick
The recent reality in Malaysia is at odds with the White House narrative.
Old Malaysian Issues Are New, Again
By Luke Hunt
Controversy over the use of “Allah” by non-Muslims has religious – and political – underpinnings.
English Remains ASEAN’s Best Policy
By Luke Hunt
Those ASEAN countries that have embraced the language stand to benefit in the coming years.
Mandela Remembered in Southeast Asia
By Mong Palatino
Leaders across the region weigh in on Mandela’s legacy.
Malaysia's Opposition Leader Stepping Down?
Although Anwar Ibrahim is unlikely to win the next election, he’ll likely remain a force in the country’s political scene.