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Malaysia Sues Meta Over ‘Undesirable’ Content on Facebook
June 26, 2023

Malaysia Sues Meta Over ‘Undesirable’ Content on Facebook

By Sebastian Strangio
The decision comes amid a rise in racial and religious online rhetoric as the country moves toward important state elections.

In Malaysia, Religious Controversies Threaten Anwar Ibrahim’s Government
June 19, 2023

In Malaysia, Religious Controversies Threaten Anwar Ibrahim’s Government

By Sophie Lemière
In his attempts to mollify Malay nationalists and Islamic conservatives, Anwar risks alienating his liberal and multi-ethnic support base.
Indonesia, Malaysia Sign Border Agreements, Pledge Joint Action on Palm Oil
June 09, 2023

Indonesia, Malaysia Sign Border Agreements, Pledge Joint Action on Palm Oil

By Sebastian Strangio
President Joko Widodo and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim signed a number of important agreements during a meeting in Putrajaya yesterday.

Malaysia Expels Prominent Cambodian Opposition Figure Sam Rainsy
June 01, 2023

Malaysia Expels Prominent Cambodian Opposition Figure Sam Rainsy

By Sebastian Strangio
Prime Minister Hun Sen claims that he received a promise from Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim that Rainsy would “never be allowed to step on Malaysian soil.”

Did Malaysia’s PM Just Say the Quiet Part Out Loud on Myanmar?
June 01, 2023

Did Malaysia’s PM Just Say the Quiet Part Out Loud on Myanmar?

By Sribala Subramanian
A look back at the origins of ASEAN's "embarrassing problem."

Malaysian Authorities Seize ‘Pride’ Watches in Raids on Swatch Outlets
May 24, 2023

Malaysian Authorities Seize ‘Pride’ Watches in Raids on Swatch Outlets

By Sebastian Strangio
The May 13-14 raids stem from the religious right's growing attack on LGBTQ symbols and expression.

Malaysia Announces Plans To Decriminalize Minor Drug Offenses
May 17, 2023

Malaysia Announces Plans To Decriminalize Minor Drug Offenses

By Sebastian Strangio
The proposal is the latest in a series of criminal justice reforms being pursued by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's government.
Sultan of Johor Slams Malaysian Politicians Seeking to ‘Derail’ Stability
May 05, 2023

Sultan of Johor Slams Malaysian Politicians Seeking to ‘Derail’ Stability

By Sebastian Strangio
The rare intervention by Sultan Ibrahim follows a report of a plot by disgruntled MPs to abandon Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's unity government.

Navigating the Future of China-Malaysia Relations 
May 05, 2023

Navigating the Future of China-Malaysia Relations 

By Ma Bo
By aligning China’s Global Security Initiative with Anwar’s Malaysia Madani, security ties between the two nations can be strengthened – including in the South China Sea.

In Malaysia, Conservative Forces and Police Crackdowns Are Putting LGBTQ Lives at Risk
April 17, 2023

In Malaysia, Conservative Forces and Police Crackdowns Are Putting LGBTQ Lives at Risk

By Robin Vochelet
Police investigations into the involvement of LGBTQ protesters in last month’s Women’s March reflect growing prejudicial attitudes in Parliament, activists warn.

What China’s RM 170 Billion Investment Commitment Means for Malaysia
April 11, 2023

What China’s RM 170 Billion Investment Commitment Means for Malaysia

By James Guild
Does the recent eye-popping investment pledge from Beijing stack up against the country's recent economic history?
Malaysia Clarifies South China Sea Policy Following PM’s Comments
April 11, 2023

Malaysia Clarifies South China Sea Policy Following PM’s Comments

By Sebastian Strangio
The ongoing maritime disputes have become grafted onto the bitter political rivalry between the Malaysian leader and opposition leader Muhyiddin Yassin.

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