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Malaysia’s ruling party wrests seat in boost for Anwar Ibrahim

MALAYSIA’S ruling bloc won a seat in an opposition-controlled state on Saturday (Aug 17), in a swing of support towards Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim as the country’s recovery gains speed.

Analysts expect Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim (centre) to take a populist approach in policy-making, to regain the support of Malay voters.
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All square after Malaysia’s state polls, but no smooth ride for Anwar’s unity government

[KUALA LUMPUR] The conclusion of elections in six states of Malaysia with widely expected results has signalled an end to political turbulence in the country. But analysts say that there is a rocky ro...

Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim speaking at a press conference in Kuala Lumpur after the release of the state election results on Aug 12.

Malaysia state polls: PH and PN retain three states each in status quo result

MALAYSIA’S closely watched state polls have ended in a “3-3” status quo outcome between Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s unity government and the opposition alliance, Perikatan Nasional (PN).