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Two-thirds for what? Anwar’s supermajority means little for reforms
Failure to push through two blockbuster laws raises the question: Is Anwar really serious about change?
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim (foreground, left) made fighting corruption a key plank of his regime, but allegations of abuse against Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission chief Azam Baki (foreground, right) are putting off Datuk Seri Anwar's reform-minded supporters.
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- Anwar's unity government, despite a two-thirds majority, failed to pass key reforms on PM term limits and separating the public prosecutor role due to lack of aligned support.
- Analysts question Anwar's commitment to reforms, highlighting delayed details and a perceived reluctance to relinquish power, impacting his reformist image.
- With upcoming state elections and DAP's review of its role, Anwar faces pressure to deliver promised reforms to retain minority support amidst growing Malay-Muslim opposition.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has often boasted of bringing back political stability
This came after a tumultuous period where Malaysians had five different leaders in the space of 40 months from 2018 to 2021. So, a government having the support of 153 out of Parliament’s 222 members is a welcome respite.
