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Muzliza Mustafa

Malaysia Correspondent

Muzliza Mustafa is The Straits Times’ Malaysia Correspondent based in Kuala Lumpur. She covers politics, security and regional issues. With more than 22 years of journalism experience, including senior editorial roles, she is drawn to human-interest stories and wants to give a voice to marginalised and struggling communities.

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Cutlery, trays and coins: Rising silver prices send Malaysians hunting for ‘poor man’s gold’

As supplies tighten, buyers face longer delivery times.
As supplies tighten, buyers face longer delivery times.

Islamist PAS set to lead Malaysia’s opposition PN; Hadi Awang says decision on new chairman soon

PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang said discussions on the coalition leadership and choice of chairman would be held soon, possibly next week.
PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang said discussions on the coalition leadership and choice of chairman would be held soon, possibly next week.

Hindu mum in Malaysia gets interfaith boost in race to find abducted daughter before she turns 18

Sungai Buloh PAS chief has lent support to reunite Hindu mother M. Indira Gandhi with her daughter.
Sungai Buloh PAS chief has lent support to reunite Hindu mother M. Indira Gandhi with her daughter.

Najib sentenced to 15 years’ jail in major 1MDB trial, verdict likely to add to tensions in Anwar’s government

Former Malaysian PM Najib Razak faced 25 charges over allegations that roughly RM2.3 billion (S$727 million) was transferred into his personal bank accounts through a network of offshore entities.
Former Malaysian PM Najib Razak faced 25 charges over allegations that roughly RM2.3 billion (S$727 million) was transferred into his personal bank accounts through a network of offshore entities.

Malaysia downplays Nilai homemade blast amid regional jitters over recent attacks

An area in Nilai, Negri Sembilan was secured after an explosion in the early morning of Dec 22, 2025.
An area in Nilai, Negri Sembilan was secured after an explosion in the early morning of Dec 22, 2025.

Who watches the watchmen? Malaysia’s authorities under scrutiny after controversial actions

Malaysian police Light Strike Force Unit getting ready to face protestors at the US Embassy in Kuala Lumpur on Sept 25, 2025.
Malaysian police Light Strike Force Unit getting ready to face protestors at the US Embassy in Kuala Lumpur on Sept 25, 2025.

Controversies cloud Malaysian PM Anwar’s new Cabinet line-up

PM Anwar Ibrahim with Hannah Yeoh, Minister in the PM's Department who oversees the Federal Territories portfolio.
PM Anwar Ibrahim with Hannah Yeoh, Minister in the PM's Department who oversees the Federal Territories portfolio.

Sabah state election: Incumbent GRS leads early count in potential boost for Anwar

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Caption: Voters casting their vote at Madrasah Assalam Kg Contoh, Petagas, Sabah on November 29, 2025.

ST PHOTO: Muzliza Mustafa
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Caption: Voters casting their vote at Madrasah Assalam Kg Contoh, Petagas, Sabah on November 29, 2025.

ST PHOTO: Muzliza Mustafa

Sabah state election: Here’s your cheat sheet to who’s who and what’s at stake

Young voters may hold sway in Sabah as more than 500,000 of its 1.78 million registered voters are under 40 years old.
Young voters may hold sway in Sabah as more than 500,000 of its 1.78 million registered voters are under 40 years old.

‘Black Wave’ rolls into Sabah: Can independents turn into political kingmaker?

Datuk Verdon Bahanda (fourth from right; the one in front with arms outstretched) is the figurehead of the Black Wave network of independent candidates in the Sabah state election.
Datuk Verdon Bahanda (fourth from right; the one in front with arms outstretched) is the figurehead of the Black Wave network of independent candidates in the Sabah state election.

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