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Najib Razak
Obama’s Upcoming Trip to Malaysia: Going to Be Prickly and Tough
By Joshua Kurlantzick
The recent reality in Malaysia is at odds with the White House narrative.
Malaysian Prime Minister: One in 10 Citizens Pay Their Taxes
By J.T. Quigley
Also: Chinese water cannons in Scarborough Shoal and Singapore’s power plant in Myanmar.
Old Malaysian Issues Are New, Again
By Luke Hunt
Controversy over the use of “Allah” by non-Muslims has religious – and political – underpinnings.
Malaysia’s Kangkung Meme
By Mong Palatino
Najib Razak’s gaffe involving the humble green veggie has become a rallying cry for the opposition.
Why the Media are Angry in Malaysia
By Mong Palatino
Suspension of weekly news magazine blamed on critical story about prime minister’s spending.
After Little India Riots, Free Yoga Lessons for Stressed-Out Foreigners in Singapore
By J.T. Quigley
Also: Typhoon-hit schools reopen in the Philippines, Malaysia’s Wolf of Wall Street scandal.
Malaysian PM Shores-Up Support
Najib Razak’s popularity on the rise as Mahathir Mohammad’s son slips.
Indonesia Opens the Lid on World Toilet Summit
Also: Obama has canceled his Myanmar trip after the shutdown in DC. Thursday ASEAN links.
Malaysian PM Najib Razak Warns of the Battle for Islam
Najib Razak has called for Muslims to turn away from extremism in an impassioned speech at the UN.
Murdered Mongolian Model Haunts Malaysia
A Malaysian court has overturned the convictions of two police officers for the murder of Altantuya Shaariibuu.
Thailand’s Little-Known Peace Process
Can a Malaysia-facilitated initiative finally bring an end to conflict in Southern Thailand?
Difficult Post-Election Period Beckons for Malaysia
The opposition is at a crossroads, while the government faces tough challenges.