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Anwar Ibrahim

Malaysia confirms final closure of graft case against Deputy PM Zahid ahead of UMNO assembly

Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

10-year, two-term limit for Malaysia PMs: Anwar announces reforms to win back votes ahead of next GE

Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim (centre) is facing calls to speed up reforms after three years in government.
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim (centre) is facing calls to speed up reforms after three years in government.

Anwar says US action in Venezuela violates international law, calls for Maduro’s immediate release

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said US military operation in Venezuela erodes fundamental restraints on the use of power between states.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said US military operation in Venezuela erodes fundamental restraints on the use of power between states.

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.

ASEAN to assess developments in Myanmar after polls: Anwar

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said leaders from ASEAN would continue to “consider developments with care, including steps underway relating to the political process” in Myanmar.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said leaders from ASEAN would continue to “consider developments with care, including steps underway relating to the political process” in Myanmar.

Thai defence minister to attend truce talks with Cambodia, PM Anutin says

Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul looks on at the venue of the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia October 26, 2025. REUTERS/Chalinee Thirasupa
Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul looks on at the venue of the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia October 26, 2025. REUTERS/Chalinee Thirasupa

Malaysia’s PM Anwar calls for respect, patience after Najib’s house arrest bid denied

Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said that it was inappropriate to escalate tensions during this sensitive time and urged all parties to respond with patience and wisdom.
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said that it was inappropriate to escalate tensions during this sensitive time and urged all parties to respond with patience and wisdom.

News analysis

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.

News analysis

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.

After Sabah drubbing, debate reignites over little-known exam that could break up PM Anwar’s coalition

Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim insisted that “the Malay language must be elevated as the language of knowledge that is mastered by all Malaysians”.
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim insisted that “the Malay language must be elevated as the language of knowledge that is mastered by all Malaysians”.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.