Dr Francis E. Hutchinson is a Senior Fellow and coordinator of the Malaysia Studies Programme at the ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute.
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Articles by Francis E. Hutchinson (58)
Local Polls in Putrajaya: The Perfect Pilot Project?
Francis E. Hutchinson
Local elections in Malaysia warrant a second look.
Building BRICS? Anwar’s Worldview and Malaysia’s Foreign Policy
Isabelle Chua|Francis E. Hutchinson
Malaysia’s decision to join BRICS demonstrates its long-standing adherence to strategic equidistance. It also bears Anwar Ibrahim’s personal imprimatur.
Bersatu’s Muhyiddin Yassin: Why the Rush to Say ‘Good-bye’?
Francis E. Hutchinson
Recent machinations within some factions of Bersatu against its leader are of interest to its lower-profile coalition partner as the next general election approaches. How fast will the tide turn?
Malaysia’s Royal Rendezvous in Russia: Reasons and Rationale
Francis E. Hutchinson|Isabelle Chua
The Malaysian King’s visit to Russia makes sense through the lenses of military procurement, foreign policy, and domestic sentiments.
Mahathir Mohamad at 100: Monumental Achievements, Mixed Legacies
Tricia Yeoh|Francis E. Hutchinson
To live a long political life in Malaysia is not unusual; to have a century’s longevity and the lengthiest career guarantees its two-time former premier ‘Dr M’ a unique place in the history books.