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Malaysia’s Chief Justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat. Photo: Facebook/Kehakiman
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Malaysia faces judicial void as chief justice set to retire without successor

Legal experts warn that the leadership vacuum could erode judicial independence and public trust.

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Malaysian corruption scandal: Sabah lawmakers, whistle-blower plead not guilty

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Malaysia chases US$1 billion in global assets linked to late tycoon Daim

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‘Racist’ post against Malaysian Chinese general gets rebuke – from Islamist PAS

In his post, Zaharudin Muhammad wrote about a hypothetical scenario of Malaysia having its first Chinese prime minister in due course.

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Lieutenant General Johnny Lim Eng Seng (centre) receives his stars from Armed Forces chief General Mohd Nizam Jaffar (left) and Army Chief General Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan. Photo: Facebook/Malaysian Armed Forces
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Malaysian PM relents, exempts some imported fruits from tax after backlash

The prime minister earlier urged Malaysians to eat local fruits like papayas and bananas.

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Malaysian court overturns Syed Saddiq’s corruption conviction

The appeal court also admonished the lower court for not throwing out the allegations of embezzling funds earlier.

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Malaysia’s Najib discharged over US$6.3 million money laundering case

The ruling comes after the former prime minister was also given a legal reprieve last year in a separate 1MDB-related embezzlement case.

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Malaysia’s former prime minister Najib Razak has received a discharge not amounting to an acquittal in a US$6.3 million money laundering case. Photo: AFP
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Malaysia’s Anwar flip-flops on petrol subsidy cuts: ‘no means yes’?

Malaysians have taken to social media to question the prime minister’s shifting positions on the planned cuts.

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Warnings of higher rents, house prices as Malaysia gets ready for new taxes

The new government taxes, aimed at addressing budget deficits, have sparked outrage, with Malaysians concerned that they will ultimately pay more for everything.

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Former Anwar aide acquitted of drug and firearms charges, claims persecution

Muhammed Yusoff Rawther has earlier filed a civil suit against the Malaysian prime minister for sexual harassment.

Muhammed Yusoff Rawther, a former aide of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, was acquitted of drug and firearms charges. Photo: Handout via Reuters
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Fans of Malaysia’s Rafizi face police probes as internal party feud intensifies

At least 20 social media users are under investigation by the communications commission, the former minister says.

The popularity of Rafizi Ramli (centre) has been growing since he resigned on May 28. Photo: Facebook/Rafizi Ramli
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Malaysia’s Anwar given second chance to prove immunity from sexual assault suit

The Court of Appeals has ruled for a stay on all proceedings until it can be decided if the prime minister would need to answer the suit.

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Malaysian cartoonist vows to sue authorities over his ‘travel ban’

Fahmi Reza, who has published satirical artworks targeting Malaysian politicians, was planning to travel to Singapore when he was stopped.

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Malaysians resist censorship as book bans increase, include rom-com novels

Book lovers lament being at the mercy of ‘faceless officers’ who decide what the public can read, as the number of banned titles grows.

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Despite a reading revival in Malaysia, a surge in book bans has alarmed writers and readers. The government cites morality, but critics decry censorship. Photo: Shutterstock
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Malaysia orders telecoms firms to hand over user data, raising privacy concerns

The government claims it’s for a mobile project, but critics cite data security risks.

Malaysian telecommunications companies have been ordered to surrender user data, sparking privacy fears. Photo: Shutterstock
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Widow slams Malaysian anti-graft agency’s ‘vindictive’ pursuit of Daim’s estate

The late politician and his widow had been charged with failing to declare US$473 million worth of assets in Malaysia and the UK.

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Malaysia’s Anwar faces more woes as sexual harassment case against him proceeds

A court has dismissed Anwar’s immunity application by citing his role as prime minister, saying there is no such constitutional provision.

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‘Nepotism city’? Malaysian leader’s megaproject plan criticised by the public

Critics are asking why the prime minister is splurging on a mega-project while vital infrastructure crumbles and doctor shortages persist.

Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Photo: AFP
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Malaysia goes after US$178 million in London assets tied to Daim’s widow

The country’s anti-corruption agency has expanded its embezzlement investigation into the late tycoon’s family, targeting UK-based assets.

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Is Malaysia’s Umno set for a comeback amid Anwar’s cabinet chaos?

The sudden exit of two cabinet ministers has rocked Anwar Ibrahim’s government. Malaysia’s long-ruling Umno could be set to capitalise.

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Undone by his daughter? Malaysia’s Anwar in a bind amid cabinet chaos

PM Anwar faces political turmoil as key ministers resign over nepotism claims from his daughter’s rise, threatening PKR unity ahead of crucial Sabah elections.

Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim delivers his speech during the Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday. Photo: AFP
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Malaysia rocked by resignations of 2 ministers as Anwar faces sternest test

Ministers Rafizi Ramli and Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad announced their resignations five days after the ruling PKR’s election.

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Malaysian Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli announces his resignation from the cabinet on Wednesday. Photo: Handout
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Malaysia’s economy minister resigns after bruising loss in ruling party poll

Rafizi Ramli was deputy president of Anwar’s political party but lost the post to the prime minister’s daughter, Nurul Izzah Anwar.

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Election looms: Malaysia’s Sabah voters demand change amid daily shortages

From power and water shortages to roads with potholes, voters in Sabah are frustrated with the unfulfilled promises of their leaders.

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Malaysia’s Anwar defends extending ‘brave’ anti-corruption chief’s term

Azam Baki’s team was the first one to dare investigate all the influential bigwigs and politicians, Anwar says.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at a media briefing on Wednesday ahead of a series of Asean summits. Photo: AP
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Anwar Ibrahim mints a dynasty – but Malaysia’s youth aren’t buying it

The rapid ascent of Anwar’s heir apparent Nurul Izzah has alienated many young Malaysians who are tired of old feuds and unfulfilled promises.

Anwar Ibrahim with his daughter Nurul Izzah. Photo: Instagram/n_izzah
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Malaysia PM Anwar’s daughter Nurul Izzah becomes PKR’s No 2 after poll win

Nepotism claims and internal rifts clouded the contest as Nurul Izzah and her rival Rafizi Ramli vied for the party’s deputy president post.

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My Take | From Russia with love: Anwar’s geopolitical play leaves a confusing trail

Recent diplomatic overtures have raised concern that Anwar is leaning too close to Russia and China in his bid to diversify Malaysia’s trade ties.

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