Why Is UMNO Suddenly in Such a Hurry?
[1] Despite promising to support the Madani government until the end of its term, UMNO is now suddenly talking about …
Tag Archives: Anwar Ibrahim
Fighting Corruption or Playing Politics?
[1] There’s a newfound zeal in Putrajaya to go after those accused of corruption. After years of watching Malaysia’s anti-corruption …
Has Anwar Traded Malaysia’s Principles for Beijing’s Favour?
Dennis Ignatius | Kuala Lumpur | Wednesday, 19th August 2026 [1] Has Anwar Ibrahim lost his objectivity when it comes …
Good Governance Is Just a Slogan Until Someone Goes to Jail
[1] At the PKR national congress this week, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim did what any politician facing a restive party …
Scandal Without Consequence
[1] Malaysia must be one of the most scandal-plagued nations in the world. We lurch from one to another with …
The Betrayal That Brought Back UMNO
[1] It’s three strikes now – Sabah, Johor, Negeri Sembilan. The UMNO-PAS coalition is on a roll. If this trajectory …
Johor Was Bersama’s Baptism, Not Its Burial
[1] Bersama was trashed in the Johor state election, losing its deposit in all 15 seats it contested. But that …
A Leader in Denial
Is the past finally catching up with Anwar? [1] There is a particular tell that comes over politicians when the …
The People Who Broke Malaysia, or the People Trying to Fix It
[1] A columnist recently warned that if non-Malays abandon Pakatan Harapan for Parti Bersama, the result could be an all-Malay …
Bersama Is Malaysia’s Best Hope Now
[1] As we head into another election cycle, many voters feel weary, frustrated, and close to despair. Public faith in …
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