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The timing of the proposed law has given rise to speculation that it might be used to free former Prime Minister Najib Razak from prison.

Despite Anwar Ibrahim’s ultimate victory at the head of a progressive, multi-ethnic coalition, the space for more pluralistic politics in Malaysia is closing.

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.

The outcomes of the state polls will allow political parties to chart a clearer course ahead of the 15th General Election, including forming new alliances.

The appointment of Ismail Sabri Yaakob restores the United Malays National Organization to its accustomed position of power.

Deputy Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob seems set to be appointed Malaysia's next prime minister.

Whoever takes Muhyiddin’s place will inherit an unresolved political crisis, in addition to a worsening public health emergency.

The reopening has been criticized as a sham, as the five-day session is limited to reviewing the government's COVID-19 response and there are no plans for any votes.

The move comes after months of sniping between the party and Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin's camp.

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

With Najib’s political allies back in power and an ongoing crackdown on the forces pushing for accountability, the case is anything but closed.

Whatever happens in the no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Muhyiddin, it will be a setback for Mahathir -- and the opposition.

Also, the hosts discuss progress in the implementation of the February 29 U.S.-Taliban deal in Afghanistan.

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

With the Pakatan Harapan coalition’s demise, the focus has quickly shifted to the political realignments to form a new government and what this could mean for the country’s future.

The audio recordings could mark a new blow to the former premier.

The country’s anti-graft agency has ordered 80 people and groups to pay fines totaling about $100 million.

Though it is still early days, a series of issues are threatening to overwhelm and undermine the new government’s future.

Given Malaysia’s history and the implications for its future, the dynamics of the so-called transition bear careful watching.

His latest stint as prime minister poses a difficult test: balancing the interests of Muslim Malays and minority groups.

The future of an unlikely alliance is far from certain.

With Mahathir back, does Malaysia's foreign policy anticipate continuity or change?

Whether it's breakfast cereal or Anwar, old rivals monopolize Malaysian politics.

The conservative Islamic party could play an important role in upcoming polls or thereafter.