Najib Dilemma Sows Discord in Malaysia’s Unity Government
Adib Zalkapli
Najib Razak’s bid to serve the balance of his jail term at home has brought together two erstwhile political partners and threatens the stability of the Unity Government.

Adib Zalkapli
Najib Razak’s bid to serve the balance of his jail term at home has brought together two erstwhile political partners and threatens the stability of the Unity Government.
Benjamin Y.H. Loh|Aslam Abd Jalil
Support for Palestinians being housed in Malaysia has fallen, as Malaysians equate the Palestinians with bringing the same socio-economic ills associated with the Rohingyas.
Sharon Seah
The geopolitical tensions engulfing the world will make the year ahead for ASEAN — and Malaysia as Chair — a challenging one.
Shad Saleem Faruqi
On the power of pardon, there is a wide gap between what Malaysia’s Constitution provides and what the courts interpret the law to be.
James Chai
Muslim influence from China is rising in Malaysia, but it can only operate within limits proscribed by Malay Muslims who prefer the status quo.
Amrita Malhi
Kedah’s Chief Minister Sanusi Nor has sought to blame his state’s current financial woes on historical wrongs that need to be righted. But he has other motivations too.
Nuurrianti Jalli
Public reactions to Malaysia’s Central Database Hub (PADU), particularly on social media platforms like Reddit, reveal widespread concerns about data security, government transparency, and the system’s capabilities. The PADU initiative highlights the need for robust data protection measures, clear communication, and strong legal frameworks to build public trust.
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Peter T. C. Chang
Chinese Malaysians are proud of China’s rise as a great power. But they have also forged a separate cultural identity quite apart from China’s efforts.
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Olli Pekka Suorsa
On the surface, Malaysia’s planned purchase of Hornet fighter jets from Kuwait looks prudent. But there are deeper considerations to mull over.
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Tham Siew Yean
What was touted as a mega project in the form of the Melaka Gateway is now a shadow of its former self. There remains, however, significant challenges for the envisioned cruise terminal.