Malaysia politics

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

At last week's election, the extraordinary, six-decade-long political journey of Mahathir Mohamad reached its quiet terminus.

Anwar said he would submit his government to a vote of confidence on December 19.

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.

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.

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.

After a surprise return at Saturday's election, Muhyiddin Yassin's Perikatan Nasional coalition is in the box seat to form the next government.

For all the talk of the influx of first-time voters aged 18-20, the country's political parties have done little to appeal to them.

Four years after its shock defeat to a progressive multi-ethnic coalition, can UMNO regain its mandate?

Given the complexity of the country's electoral landscape, there is no guarantee GE15 will bring an end to the current political instability.

When Malaysians head to the polls on November 19, a record 5 million young people are expected to take part for the first time.

Mahathir says he’ll run to defend his seat, but hasn’t said whether he’d pursue the prime minister role again.