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Malaysia

May 29, 2020
Malaysia’s Mahathir Ousted from Party Amid Power Struggle
By Associated Press
Mahathir, along with his son and three other senior members, were expelled from the Bersatu party on Thursday.

May 21, 2020
In Malaysia, a Razor Thin Majority Rules During an Unprecedented Crisis
By Harris Zainul and Ryan Chua
Muhyiddin’s consolidation of power comes simultaneously with the smallest majority in Malaysia’s democratic history.

April 28, 2020
Rohingyas in Malaysia Face a Pandemic and a Possible Populist Backlash
By Erin Cook
Rohingya refugees in Malaysia face a double-pronged disaster: a pandemic and a populist turn against the vulnerable community.

March 11, 2020
New Malaysia Prime Minister Orders Asset Declaration in Anti-Corruption Bid
By Associated Press
All Cabinet members will have to declare their assets as part of a pledge to have a government with integrity.

March 11, 2020
What Does Muhyiddin’s New Cabinet Mean for Malaysia?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
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.

March 06, 2020
Malaysia: Anti-Corruption Chief Quits After Pakatan Harapan’s Fall
By Associated Press
She is the second top official to quit following the breakup of the reformist ruling alliance.

March 04, 2020
Malaysia: New Premier Delays Parliament Session Amid Political Uncertainty
By Associated Press
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.

March 03, 2020
Malaysia Central Bank Cuts Key Rate Amid Coronavirus Outbreak and Political Turbulence
By Associated Press
Malaysia's central bank reduced its key overnight policy rate, citing worsening economic conditions.

March 02, 2020
What Would a Muhyiddin Premiership Mean for Malaysia’s Domestic Politics and Foreign Policy?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
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.

February 29, 2020
Mahathir Suffers Blow in Malaysia Power Battle as Supporters Abandon Him
By Associated Press
The now interim premier suffered two key setbacks in the country's shifting political dynamics this week.

December 24, 2019
Asia in 2020: Trends, Risks, and Geopolitics
By Ankit Panda
What lies ahead for the Asia-Pacific region in 2020?

November 27, 2019
Australian Woman Escapes Death Penalty in Malaysia
By Luke Hunt
The case had been read as a test case for the country under the Pakatan Harapan government.