Malaysia

Mahathir, along with his son and three other senior members, were expelled from the Bersatu party on Thursday. 

Muhyiddin’s consolidation of power comes simultaneously with the smallest majority in Malaysia’s democratic history. 

Rohingya refugees in Malaysia face a double-pronged disaster: a pandemic and a populist turn against the vulnerable community.

All Cabinet members will have to declare their assets as part of a pledge to have a government with integrity.

While the cabinet lineup suggests a focus on reassurance, the true test will be if it can help the country overcome more fundamental political and economic uncertainties.

She is the second top official to quit following the breakup of the reformist ruling alliance.

Muhyiddin postponed the next session of Parliament by more than two months, delaying plans by the former ruling alliance to seek a no-confidence vote against him.

Malaysia's central bank reduced its key overnight policy rate, citing worsening economic conditions.

While the newly appointed prime minister’s position is far from unchallenged, it is worth looking at what his reign might mean for the country’s domestic politics and foreign policy.

The now interim premier suffered two key setbacks in the country's shifting political dynamics this week.

What lies ahead for the Asia-Pacific region in 2020?

The case had been read as a test case for the country under the Pakatan Harapan government.