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Malaysia GE15
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
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
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.
Malaysia’s Anwar Mulling Crucial Cabinet Appointments
By Sebastian Strangio
Who the newly appointed prime minister chooses could determine the fate of his sprawling unity government.
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
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
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?
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
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
By Imran Shamsunahar
Elites' growing need for democratic legitimization is impacting the fate of a slew of large-scale Chinese projects.
What Explains the Islamic Surge at Malaysia’s Election?
By Sebastian Strangio
The country's main Islamic party, PAS, successfully capitalized on the public's growing disenchantment with the Malay political establishment.
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.
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