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In Malaysia, Religious Controversies Threaten Anwar Ibrahim’s Government

In Malaysia, Religious Controversies Threaten Anwar Ibrahim’s Government

By Sophie Lemière
In his attempts to mollify Malay nationalists and Islamic conservatives, Anwar risks alienating his liberal and multi-ethnic support base.
Sultan of Johor Slams Malaysian Politicians Seeking to ‘Derail’ Stability

Sultan of Johor Slams Malaysian Politicians Seeking to ‘Derail’ Stability

By Sebastian Strangio
The rare intervention by Sultan Ibrahim follows a report of a plot by disgruntled MPs to abandon Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's unity government.

Malaysian Court Refuses Former PM’s Bid For 1MDB Verdict Review

Malaysian Court Refuses Former PM’s Bid For 1MDB Verdict Review

By Sebastian Strangio
The Federal Court rejected Prime Minister Najib Razak's request, with a judge describing him as "the author of his own misfortunes."

Anwar Ibrahim, Prisoner of Political Allegiances

Anwar Ibrahim, Prisoner of Political Allegiances

By Sophie Lemière
Having finally scaled the pinnacle of his country's politics, will political compromises now undermine Anwar's dream of a genuinely democratic Malaysia?

Former Malaysian PM Muhyiddin Yassin Charged With Corruption

Former Malaysian PM Muhyiddin Yassin Charged With Corruption

By Sebastian Strangio
The case is likely to raise the political temperature ahead of a string of important state elections later this year.
Malaysian Court Acquits Former PM Najib in 1MDB Audit Case

Malaysian Court Acquits Former PM Najib in 1MDB Audit Case

By Sebastian Strangio
The High Court ruling would appear to undermine the claim of the former leader's supporters that the cases against him are politically motivated.

Noor Amin Ahmad on Anwar Ibrahim’s Long Political Journey

Noor Amin Ahmad on Anwar Ibrahim’s Long Political Journey

By Sebastian Strangio
Anwar “made himself ‘a bridge’ between different groups of people and ideas… it comes with the risk of being hated by all.”
Malaysian PM Survives Confidence Vote, Stabilizes Government

Malaysian PM Survives Confidence Vote, Stabilizes Government

By Sebastian Strangio
Anwar Ibrahim has secured the support of a healthy majority, but there are no ironclad guarantees over the longer term.

In Forming Malaysia’s New Cabinet, Anwar Strikes a Careful Balance

In Forming Malaysia’s New Cabinet, Anwar Strikes a Careful Balance

By Sebastian Strangio
The 28-member cabinet, which included members of four coalitions and an independent MP, was sworn in on Saturday.

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.

Malaysia’s Anwar Mulling Crucial Cabinet Appointments

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.
New Malaysian Government to Tackle Cost of Living Crisis

New Malaysian Government to Tackle Cost of Living Crisis

By Sebastian Strangio
Tackling rice bowl issues is a prudent first step for Anwar Ibrahim, who confronts a polarized political landscape.

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