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Malaysia politics
The Future of a ‘New Malaysia’
By Luke Hunt
A conversation with renowed Malaysian journalist Leslie Lopez.
What’s Behind Calls for Independence in Sabah?
By Piya Sukhani
Discontent is still running high in Malaysia’s Sabah, despite promises of redress by the new government.
Rising Challenges Ahead for Malaysia’s New Government
By Luke Hunt
Though it is still early days, a series of issues are threatening to overwhelm and undermine the new government’s future.
Can Malaysia’s New Government Deliver on Reform?
By Erin Cook
Less than a year since it took power, the Pakatan Harapan government is confronting questions about the pace of promised reforms.
Why Mahathir Is Refusing to Remove Unpopular Leaders
By Prashant Waikar
Malaysia’s prime minister wants to signal that his opinion – not the public’s – is the ultimate career determinant.
What Does the Cameron Highland By-Election Mean for the Orang Asli?
By Scott Edwards
There is a sense of optimism on the ground that the ingredients for meaningful change are finally present.
Where Is Malaysia’s Mahathir-Anwar Transition?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Given Malaysia’s history and the implications for its future, the dynamics of the so-called transition bear careful watching.
What Does the Cameron Highlands By-Election Mean for Malaysian Politics?
By Marcus Tantau
The poll will be an early test of the PH’s performance – and the BN’s resilience.
After Shock Abdication, Malaysia's Royals Will Pick a New King
By Eileen Ng
Sultan Muhammad V abdicated unexpectedly after just two years on the throne.
Bridget Welsh on Malaysia's Election Surprise
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Malaysia’s 2018 election: why it matters and what comes next.
Malaysia's New Political Tsunami
By Michio Ueda
What led to the historic election result -- and where does Malaysia go from here?
In Malaysia, a Win for Democracy
By HuiHui Ooi
Malaysia has bucked Southeast Asia's trend toward authoritarianism.