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Malaysia Kicks off Election Campaign Ahead of November 19 Vote
November 07, 2022

Malaysia Kicks off Election Campaign Ahead of November 19 Vote

By Sebastian Strangio
Given the complexity of the country's electoral landscape, there is no guarantee GE15 will bring an end to the current political instability.

How Malaysia’s Election Could Affect the Conflict in Myanmar
October 11, 2022

How Malaysia’s Election Could Affect the Conflict in Myanmar

By Sebastian Strangio
Foreign Minister Saifuddin Abdullah has pushed for a more robust ASEAN response to Myanmar's crisis. But he's no guarantee to remain in his post beyond the election.
Malaysian PM Dissolves Parliament, Calls Snap Polls
October 10, 2022

Malaysian PM Dissolves Parliament, Calls Snap Polls

By Eileen Ng
Amid feuding with its allies, the ruling UMNO party is banking on a decisive victory at elections expected to be held in early November.

Malaysia Confirms Budget Announcement Amid Election Speculation
October 05, 2022

Malaysia Confirms Budget Announcement Amid Election Speculation

By Sebastian Strangio
Rumors continue to circulate that Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob is preparing to call a snap general election.

Malaysia Budget Announcement Raises Prospect of Early Polls
August 29, 2022

Malaysia Budget Announcement Raises Prospect of Early Polls

By Sebastian Strangio
The ruling United Malays National Organisation is hoping to capitalize on recent strong showings at the state level.

Supporters of Malaysia’s Jailed PM Begin Campaign for Royal Pardon
August 25, 2022

Supporters of Malaysia’s Jailed PM Begin Campaign for Royal Pardon

By Sebastian Strangio
Najib Razak's best hope of an early release is to mobilize his base and generate public pressure for the king to intervene.

Malaysia’s Domestic Political Turbulence Threatens to Derail its Foreign Policy
May 26, 2022

Malaysia’s Domestic Political Turbulence Threatens to Derail its Foreign Policy

By Fikry A. Rahman
Foreign policy begins at home, and the country has experienced nearly unprecedented political instability over the past two years.
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