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Malaysia 2022 election

Why Are Southeast Asia’s Young Voters Turning to Illiberal Populists?

Why Are Southeast Asia’s Young Voters Turning to Illiberal Populists?

By Imran Said and Alexander Berghaus
Recent elections have upended the assumption that young people are inherently more progressive than their elders.

Malaysia Readies for State Polls That Will Test PM Anwar

Malaysia Readies for State Polls That Will Test PM Anwar

By Sebastian Strangio
Ahead of the August 12 elections, the country remains highly politically polarized along ethnic lines.
Malaysia’s Anwar Unveils First Budget, Aiming to Aid Poor

Malaysia’s Anwar Unveils First Budget, Aiming to Aid Poor

By Sebastian Strangio
Stronger than expected growth last year has allowed Anwar Ibrahim to give the poor a leg-up, while introducing measures to reduce Malaysia's national debt.

Political Instability Reigns Supreme in Malaysia

Political Instability Reigns Supreme in Malaysia

By James Chin
Despite Anwar Ibrahim’s ultimate victory at the head of a progressive, multi-ethnic coalition, the space for more pluralistic politics in Malaysia is closing.

Did TikTok Bring Young Malaysian Voters to the Polls?

Did TikTok Bring Young Malaysian Voters to the Polls?

By Sribala Subramanian
Perikatan Nasional’s campaign on the popular social media platform appears to have paid off.

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.
Can Anwar Ibrahim Bring Stability Back to Malaysian Politics?

Can Anwar Ibrahim Bring Stability Back to Malaysian Politics?

By Sebastian Strangio
While the November 19 election resulted in a victory for his multi-ethnic Pakatan Harapan bloc, the forces of conservative Malay nationalism have perhaps never been stronger.

Reformist Leader Anwar Named Prime Minister of Malaysia

Reformist Leader Anwar Named Prime Minister of Malaysia

By Eileen Ng
In naming the longtime opposition figure, the monarch called for an end to the political turmoil that has seen Malaysia led by three prime ministers since 2018.

Malaysia’s Democratization Poses New Challenges to China’s BRI Projects

Malaysia’s Democratization Poses New Challenges to China’s BRI Projects

By Imran Shamsunahar
Elites' growing need for democratic legitimization is impacting the fate of a slew of large-scale Chinese projects.

Spotlight on Malaysia’s King to Resolve Election Stalemate

Spotlight on Malaysia’s King to Resolve Election Stalemate

By Eileen Ng
Thrust into the role of kingmaker after the November 19 election, the Barisan Nasional coalition has refused to support either of the two leading political blocs.
Ahead of GE15, Will it Be Back to the Future for Malaysian Politics?

Ahead of GE15, Will it Be Back to the Future for Malaysian Politics?

By James Chin
Despite its shock defeat in 2018, UMNO's proven brand of ethnic Malay identity politics could play a decisive role in Saturday's election.

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