Muhyiddin Yassin

However, parliament is unlikely to convene until the state of emergency expires on August 1.

Much of the quick visit of the Malaysian prime minister to Indonesia signaled continuity in relations rather than any major boost.

The surprise announcement has given PM Muhyiddin Yassin until August 1 to get COVID-19, and the broader political situation, under control.

But more challenges loom on the horizon for Muhyiddin Yassin's fragile governing coalition.

Facing a raft of internal and external challenges, the budget looms as a vote of confidence in Malaysia's leader.

UMNO expressed its support for Muhyiddin's coalition, even as its officials sought to extract concessions from the beleaguered premier.

Critics claim that Muhyiddin's move was intended to strengthen his hold on power amid challenges to his leadership.

The perennial opposition leader failed to produce clinching evidence that he commands a parliamentary majority.

As Malaysia's opposition leader prepares to put his case to the king, the country braces for another wrenching political shift.

As Prime Minister Muhyiddin enters self-quarantine, his nation grapples with a sudden rise in coronavirus infections.

Amid soaring cases, the Malaysian religious affairs minister has been hospitalized with the coronavirus.