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Malaysia
South China Sea Tensions Haunted by European Colonialism
By Saman Rizwan
The legal case brought by Sulu Sultanate heirs against Malaysia highlights the unexpected links between present day tensions and European colonialism in Southeast Asia.
After Pressure, Growing Transparency in Malaysia’s Glove Industry
By Peter Bengtsen
From rock bottom four years ago, much of Malaysia’s glove industry has embarked on efforts to achieve greater transparency and better conditions.
Frustration Grows in Malaysia Over Government’s Slow Flood Response
By Alifah Zainuddin
As politicians play the blame game, citizens and migrants alike have proven once again that they only have themselves to rely on.
Joyful Reunions as Malaysia-Singapore Land Border Reopens
By Syawalludin Zain
The Causeway Bridge between Singapore and Malaysia was one of the world's busiest land borders before the pandemic struck.
Malaysia: Is Barisan Nasional Growing in Strength?
By Alifah Zainuddin
The six-decade-old grand old coalition, led by UMNO, remains in a much weaker state, but it will inevitably be looking to build on its winning momentum.
Debt Bondage Payouts Flow to Workers in Malaysia’s Glove Industry
By Peter Bengtsen
Has an American import ban and the repayment of over $100 million to migrant workers by glove makers reduced forced labor risks?
Malaysia’s Top Glove Says Virus Outbreak May Push Prices up
By Associated Press
Top Glove produces about 90 billion rubber gloves a year, and exports to 195 countries.
Malaysia Police Raid Al Jazeera’s Office, Seize Computers
By Associated Press
The Malaysian government is enraged by a recent documentary on undocumented migrants.
Malaysia’s Unwelcoming Shore for Refugees Fleeing Religious Persecution
By Gayle Manchin and James W. Carr
Malaysia has long guaranteed the safety of thousands of refugees, despite remaining outside international conventions, but that’s changing at a worrying pace.
Malaysia Prime Minister Wins Test of Support, Ousts House Speaker
By Associated Press
The government secured 111 votes against 109 to oust the speaker, a narrow win.
The Shrinking Space for Refugee Rights in Malaysia
By Saqib Sheikh
Malaysia hosts approximately 180,000 refugees but does not grant them formal recognition.
Malaysian Prosecutors Drop Second High-profile Graft Case
By Associated Press
Musa Aman’s acquittal comes less than a month after prosecutors dropped money laundering charges against Riza Aziz.
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