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Critics have accused Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim of neglecting his much-vaunted reform agenda. Photo: EPA-EFE

Anwar’s 2 years in power: Malaysia’s economy booms but reforms sputter

While Anwar brought economic and political stability to the country, he has largely abandoned his core agenda to win back Malay support.

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My Take | As Sabah faces new bribery case, will it pay dividends for power seekers?

Daim Zainuddin acquitted of graft charges by Malaysian court after his death

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Widow of Malaysia’s Daim insists on case against late ex-minister to go on

Naimah Khalid says Daim wanted ‘his day in court’ to clear his name in a case slammed by their family as ‘politically motivated’.

Then Malaysian Finance Minister Daim Zainuddin chairs an Asean meeting in Kuala Lumpur in 2001. Photo: AFP

Daim Zainuddin’s complex legacy and the twilight of Malaysia’s old guard

With the ex-minister’s death, questions arise about the enduring impact of cronyism and the possibility of a new political era in Malaysia.

Malaysia’s Anwar warns of impact from Trump’s plan to slap tariffs on imports

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says any new US tariffs will affect Malaysia regardless of its links with Brics.

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Malaysia’s former finance minister Daim Zainuddin dies at 86

The tycoon and key ally of ex-PM Mahathir Mohamad had spent his final years under scrutiny from anti-corruption investigators.

Daim Zainuddin, then a Malaysian government adviser, arrives at China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Beijing in 2018. Photo: AFP

Malaysia’s 5G roll-out award to tycoon fuels ‘crony-poly’ allegations

U Mobile, the smallest of the three bidders, is linked to tycoon Vincent Tan, who has close relations with Malaysia’s top political leaders.

Malaysia’s Sabah chief minister denies involvement in bribery scandal

Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor is being implicated as the ‘top leader’ in alleged attempts to bribe local elected representatives.

Malaysians split over home detention plan for prisoners – leniency gone too far?

The government has also dismissed speculations that the plan is linked to jailed ex-prime minister Najib Razak.

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The entrance of Sungai Buloh Prison, in Shah Alam, Malaysia. Photo: EPA-EFE

Malaysian ex-PM Muhyiddin ordered to pay US$300,000 for defaming politician

The court also instructed him to retract the statements that Lim Guan Eng had revoked a tax exemption for a charitable organisation.

Former Malaysian prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin. Photo: AP

Malaysia lauds court win after Filipino heirs’ US$14.9 billion claim rejected

The ruling ends the claimants’ years-long legal battle with Malaysia over a colonial-era land deal.

US$10 million fashion fail prompts Anwar to probe Malaysia sovereign fund picks

The loss of Khazanah’s investment in an online fashion retailer has sparked outrage among a public still sensitive after the 1MDB scandal.

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Anwar Ibrahim, Malaysia’s elite and the state-funded schools that shaped them

These institutions, designed to prepare future leaders, have been both revered and criticised for perpetuating elitism in Malaysian society.

Malay College Kuala Kangsar. Photo: Facebook/Malay College Kuala Kangsar

‘This isn’t ragging’: Malaysian military vows probe into fresh bullying case

The latest allegations at the Malaysian National Defence University involve a student being burned by an iron.

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Malaysian soldiers take part in a rehearsal for the 2022 Independence Day celebrations. Photo: dpa

Malaysian ex-PM Najib fails to end 5-year trial over 1MDB scandal

Court orders former leader to enter a defence over allegations that he took more than US$500 million in bribes linked to state fund 1MDB.

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Anwar backtracks on subsidy cuts after outcry from ‘uber wealthy’ Malaysians

PM says income threshold for subsidy cuts to be revised after criticism that his budget punished those earning less than US$3,000 a month.

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Malaysia PM Anwar responds to Najib’s 1MDB apology

The 71-year-old Najib apologised last week for mishandling the scandal that saw US$4.5 billion stolen from state coffers during his time in office.

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Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim accepted an apology from Najib Razak for the 1MDB scandal. Photo: AFP

Malaysians left incredulous by apology from disgraced ex-PM Najib

Malaysians slam ‘disingenuous apology’ for 1MDB scandal, scoff at former leader’s claim he was misled by associates.

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My Take | ‘Government knows best’? Malaysia has a problem with explaining its policies

The government needs to improve communication of its policy details and how they will be executed, instead of leaving the issue for later.

Najib apologises, without accepting full blame, for Malaysia’s 1MDB scandal

The jailed former prime minister’s partial apology comes as the government considers sentencing reforms that may enable his early release.

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Former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak speaks to supporters outside the Court of Appeal in Putrajaya, Malaysia on August 23, 2022. Photo: AP

Rich Malaysians gripe as Anwar’s ‘pro-poor’ budget hits them in the pocket

Petrol subsidy cuts for richer drivers and tax hikes to fund wage increase for low earners draw ire.

Malaysia’s move to narrow the government’s fiscal deficit could trigger a surge in inflation. Photo: Reuters

Malaysians mock number plate fundraiser as public riled by fuel subsidy cuts

Some suggest another auction targeted at PM Anwar’s cabinet using the 8481 combination, derided for resembling a Malay pejorative word.

Malaysia braces for ‘once-in-a-generation’ petrol subsidy rollback

The stakes are high with RON95 subsidies – Malaysians are so reliant on private transport that vehicles outnumber the population.

Malaysia unveils record 2025 budget, as Anwar leverages political stability

The budget aims to grow Malaysia’s appeal as a destination for hi-tech investments while also uplifting the country’s most vulnerable groups.

People walk to their workplace during the morning rush at Kuala Lumpur city centre in Malaysia. Photo: Reuters

Malaysia nepotism outrage over role for Najib’s daughter

Nooryana Najwa Najib, the daughter of Malaysia’s jailed ex-PM Najib Razak, has landed a key role at Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation.

Nooryana Najwa Najib in 2018. She was appointed this week to the board of the Malaysian government’s trade agency. File photo: AFP

Malaysia’s Anwar to unveil bold budget with tax hikes and subsidy cuts: analysts

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is expected to table an expansionary budget amid rising confidence in Malaysia’s economic outlook.

Asian Angle | Malaysia’s youth survey reveals deep ethnic divides and hopes for fairer policies

A recent survey of Malaysian youth reveals stark ethnic divisions, with Malays largely supporting existing preferential policies while non-Malays advocate for equality.

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Malaysian politics
Latest news, analysis and opinion on Malaysia’s parliamentary democracy, constitutional monarchy, political economy, political dynamics and affirmative action policies in a multi-ethnic country
last updated:
9 September, 2024
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