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Malaysian politics

Malaysian government to conduct in-depth study next year on abolishing death penalty

Malaysia's Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department M. Kulasegaran told Parliament the study is planned to run for four months.
Malaysia's Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department M. Kulasegaran told Parliament the study is planned to run for four months.

With four vacancies in his Cabinet soon, Malaysia PM Anwar faces a delicate balancing act

An analyst said Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has to keep several coa­lition partners satisfied and also manage perceptions.
An analyst said Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has to keep several coa­lition partners satisfied and also manage perceptions.

Rights activists in Malaysia call for justice as High Court orders reparations for missing men

Malaysian church pastor Raymond Koh (left) was abducted in broad daylight in Petaling Jaya on February 2017, while forex trader Amri Che Mat went missing in November 2016.
Malaysian church pastor Raymond Koh (left) was abducted in broad daylight in Petaling Jaya on February 2017, while forex trader Amri Che Mat went missing in November 2016.

Internal revolt rocks Malaysia’s Bersatu, threatening PN’s unity before Sabah vote

Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairman Muhyiddin Yassin (left) may see his post challenged by PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang.
Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairman Muhyiddin Yassin (left) may see his post challenged by PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang.

Umno leaders weigh in on Khairy Jamaluddin’s potential return to party

Former Malaysia health minister Khairy Jamaluddin has not submitted a formal application.
Former Malaysia health minister Khairy Jamaluddin has not submitted a formal application.

Anwar, proponent of Palestinian cause, is missing in action at Gaza peace summit

For a leader who has made the Palestinian cause a central pillar of his foreign policy, Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim's absence from the summit was conspicuous.
For a leader who has made the Palestinian cause a central pillar of his foreign policy, Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim's absence from the summit was conspicuous.

Malaysia’s 2026 budget signals renewed focus on East Malaysia ahead of Sabah polls

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim delivering the country's 2026 budget on Oct 10.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim delivering the country's 2026 budget on Oct 10.

‘No conditions’ set for Trump’s visit to Malaysia for Asean summit: Zafrul

Malaysia's Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz is questioning his belief in capitalism.
Malaysia's Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz is questioning his belief in capitalism.

PM Anwar hits the brakes on new taxes and subsidy cuts in Malaysia’s 2026 budget

Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim continues his financial reform in the Budget 2026.
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim continues his financial reform in the Budget 2026.

Malaysia’s politics shaken and stirred by alcohol controversies

Petronas CEO Tengku Muhammad Taufik (left) apologised after taking part in a champagne-spraying ceremony. Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing explained that alcohol was served at his ministry's event after the official programme had concluded.
Petronas CEO Tengku Muhammad Taufik (left) apologised after taking part in a champagne-spraying ceremony. Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing explained that alcohol was served at his ministry's event after the official programme had concluded.

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