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Hazlin Hassan

Malaysia Correspondent

Hazlin graduated from King’s College London and has worked as a broadcast journalist in a TV newsroom and as a foreign correspondent for Agence France-Presse. She also served at the United Nations in corporate communications before joining The Straits Times in 2007, but took a break from covering Malaysian news between 2012 and 2018. She returned to ST just in time for the historic 2018 Malaysian general election and the successive political crises.

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Malaysia is getting richer. Why are so many of its children still stunted?

Riza Halow watches as her son has his height measured during a health check at a community programme for children with growth concerns in Puchong, Selangor.
Riza Halow watches as her son has his height measured during a health check at a community programme for children with growth concerns in Puchong, Selangor.

Anwar’s PH loses Negeri Sembilan, as BN claims win together with ally PN

PN secretary general Takiyuddin Hassan (middle) flanked by BN president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi (left) and BN Negeri Sembilan chairman Mohamad Hasan (right) cheering the results in their favour in the Aug 1 state election at UMNO Negeri Sembilan headquarters in Seremban.
PN secretary general Takiyuddin Hassan (middle) flanked by BN president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi (left) and BN Negeri Sembilan chairman Mohamad Hasan (right) cheering the results in their favour in the Aug 1 state election at UMNO Negeri Sembilan headquarters in Seremban.

Negeri Sembilan votes in state election seen as key test of Anwar’s path to a second term

Voters waiting for their turn to cast votes at Sekolah Kebangsaan Putra Simpang Durian in Pertang, Negeri Sembilan, on Aug 1.
Voters waiting for their turn to cast votes at Sekolah Kebangsaan Putra Simpang Durian in Pertang, Negeri Sembilan, on Aug 1.

Negeri Sembilan election: Indian voters could be key to whether Anwar’s PH retains the state

In a last-ditch attempt to win back support from the Indian community, Anwar apologised on July 29, days before the Negeri Sembilan state election, for his controversial “illegal temple” remark.
In a last-ditch attempt to win back support from the Indian community, Anwar apologised on July 29, days before the Negeri Sembilan state election, for his controversial “illegal temple” remark.

Two rulers, one ballot: How will Negeri Sembilan’s royal crisis sway voters?

The Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan Muhriz Munawir is greeted by supporters as he leaves Yamtuan Raden Jamek Mosque after Friday prayers in Kuala Pilah, Negeri Sembilan on July 24.
The Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan Muhriz Munawir is greeted by supporters as he leaves Yamtuan Raden Jamek Mosque after Friday prayers in Kuala Pilah, Negeri Sembilan on July 24.

Political star power is supposed to transform Port Dickson’s fortunes – will this time be different?

The PD Waterfront commercial development in Port Dickson is a popular spot for visitors.
The PD Waterfront commercial development in Port Dickson is a popular spot for visitors.

Will the Negeri Sembilan state polls be Bersatu’s toughest test yet?

The Negeri Sembilan state election will test whether former premier Muhyiddin Yassin’s Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia can retain its political relevance after its fallout with Parti Islam SeMalaysia.
The Negeri Sembilan state election will test whether former premier Muhyiddin Yassin’s Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia can retain its political relevance after its fallout with Parti Islam SeMalaysia.

Negeri Sembilan state election: Four high-stakes seats to watch amid a royal tussle

The Aug 1 state election is largely a showdown between Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional-Perikatan Nasional, with 103 candidates vying for Negeri Sembilan’s 36 assembly seats.
The Aug 1 state election is largely a showdown between Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional-Perikatan Nasional, with 103 candidates vying for Negeri Sembilan’s 36 assembly seats.

Too many durians, not enough buyers: Malaysia eyes new China land route to clear record supply glut

Malaysia is looking to transport fresh durians to China by land to cut logistics costs and expand its export market after a supply glut caused prices to tumble in 2026.
Malaysia is looking to transport fresh durians to China by land to cut logistics costs and expand its export market after a supply glut caused prices to tumble in 2026.

When durian prices crash, Malaysia throws parties

For many Malaysians, this durian season, a feast costs less than a cafe lunch.
For many Malaysians, this durian season, a feast costs less than a cafe lunch.

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