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Malaysian politics

Malaysian King’s warning raises stakes as Najib’s house arrest remains in legal limbo

Former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak’s Kuala Lumpur residence, pictured on Nov 6. A legal dispute over two corruption sentences complicates Najib’s move home.
Former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak’s Kuala Lumpur residence, pictured on Nov 6. A legal dispute over two corruption sentences complicates Najib’s move home.

Execute Royal Decree on Najib’s house arrest without selective approach: Malaysian opposition leader

Malaysian opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin said safeguarding the dignity of the Royal Institution is a constitutional duty rather than a political choice.
Malaysian opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin said safeguarding the dignity of the Royal Institution is a constitutional duty rather than a political choice.

Malaysia’s King affirms royal prerogative on Najib’s house arrest, warns against questioning order

The statement comes amid developments surrounding the implementation of former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak’s house arrest.
The statement comes amid developments surrounding the implementation of former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak’s house arrest.

Najib pays $15.7 million fine, but his road home hits legal roadblock

A vehicle believed to be carrying former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak is seen re-entering the Kajang Prison compound on Nov 6.
A vehicle believed to be carrying former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak is seen re-entering the Kajang Prison compound on Nov 6.

‘My resignation takes effect the moment Najib steps into his house’: Malaysian minister Anthony Loke

Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony Loke reiterated that his resignation will become effective the moment Najib transitions to house arrest.
Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony Loke reiterated that his resignation will become effective the moment Najib transitions to house arrest.

Sarawak polls set for Dec 12

Nomination Day will be on Nov 28, while early polling will take place on Dec 8.
Nomination Day will be on Nov 28, while early polling will take place on Dec 8.

Malaysia ex-PM Mahathir touched by continued visits and prayers for late wife Siti Hasmah

Malaysia ex-PM Mahathir also apologised for being unable to visit his wife’s grave frequently and meet those who came to pay their respects.
Malaysia ex-PM Mahathir also apologised for being unable to visit his wife’s grave frequently and meet those who came to pay their respects.

Who will triumph in Melaka as 79 candidates battle for 28 state seats?

UMNO secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki speaking to Parti Islam Se Malaysia (PAS) president Hadi Awang at Bukit Katil in Melaka on Oct 31.
UMNO secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki speaking to Parti Islam Se Malaysia (PAS) president Hadi Awang at Bukit Katil in Melaka on Oct 31.

Melaka state election: Battle for 28 seats begins on Oct 31

Melaka’s electoral contest is taking shape as political parties unveil their respective candidate lists.
Melaka’s electoral contest is taking shape as political parties unveil their respective candidate lists.

Malaysia’s Anwar survives budget test after securing support from former rival Bersatu

Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof (centre) signed a confidence and supply agreement with 12 Opposition MPs on Oct 29.
Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof (centre) signed a confidence and supply agreement with 12 Opposition MPs on Oct 29.

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