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Opposition protest leader detained in Moldova

Authorities in Moldova on Monday detained a leading figure in long-running opposition protests calling for the resignation of the pro-European government as she attempted to leave the country, the anti-corruption prosecutor's office said.

Reuters

How TikTok became a breeding ground for hate speech in the latest Malaysia general election

Hate speech on social media is a major issue across many regions of the world, including Southeast Asia.

The Conversation

More women parliamentarians crucial to tackling bigotry

As a peacebuilding measure, having more women in politics can help tackle racial tension.

360info

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Moldova's government, stressed by war in neighboring Ukraine, undergoes a shakeup

Moldova's president tapped her defense and security adviser, pro-Western economist Dorin Recean, to succeed the prime minister who resigned 18 months into a tenure tested by Russia's war in Ukraine.

WEKU

Malaysian party’s purge of senior leaders fortifies chief’s grip

Malaysia’s Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi strengthened his hold over one of the nation’s ruling parties after purging or sidelining senior leaders on Friday, but analysts say the move will do little to bolster his bloc’s popularity.

Bangkok Post

Malaysia's 15th General Election: How a less influential Islamic party becomes the largest one in parliament

Malaysia’s fifteenth general election, held in late November, is arguably the most historic in the country’s history. For the first time, no coalition managed to secure a parliamentary majority, resulting in a hung federal parliament.

The Conversation

Women ‘acting like men’ face jail in Malaysian state

A recent move by a Malaysian state to punish Muslim women for out-of-wedlock pregnancies and donning men’s clothing has drawn the ire of human rights activists.

Bangkok Post

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Anwar’s Victory Not the Only Malaysian Shockwave

A dramatic rise in the Islamist vote in the Muslim-majority country is the biggest outcome of the election.

The News Lens

Divisive Islamic party won’t join Malaysia government

Malaysia’s Islamic party declined to join newly appointed Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s unity government.

Bangkok Post

Anwar Ibrahim: Things you need to know about Malaysia's 10th prime minister

KUALA LUMPUR: After days of political horse-trading and palace intrigue following Saturday’s election, Malaysia is finally set to unveil a new government.

The Times of India

Analysis-Gains for Malaysia's hardline Islamist party a challenge for new PM Anwar

Malaysia's new prime minister, Anwar Ibrahim, will be contending in parliament with a strengthened Islamist party that espouses a stricter interpretation of sharia Islamic law, a challenge to Anwar's vision of an inclusive society.

Reuters

Anwar faces many pitfalls after finally becoming Malaysia’s PM

Anwar Ibrahim, the almost man of Malaysian politics, finally clinched the country’s premiership after decades of waiting. Now, the reformist leader must make sure that he keeps the job.

Tribune News Service

Anwar sworn in as Malaysian PM

KUALA LUMPUR: Perennial opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim was sworn in as Malaysia’s prime minister before the country’s king in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday, ending a five-day political impasse after inconclusive polls.

Bangkok Post

TikTok on 'high alert' in Malaysia as tensions rise over election wrangle

Short video platform TikTok said on Wednesday it was on high alert for content that violates its guidelines in Malaysia after authorities warned of a rise in ethnic tension on social media following an inconclusive general election.

Reuters

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Divisive Islamists loom over Malaysia politics after big win

Former premier Muhyiddin Yassin and veteran opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim are locked in a race to become Malaysia’s next prime minister. Whichever man wins power will have to contend with an increasingly popular hardline force.

Bangkok Post

Malaysian polls see Islamist surge

Malaysia's election has not immediately resulted in a new government, but it has produced an instant winner -- political Islam.

Al Jazeera

What do we know about talks to form a new Malaysian government?

The weekend election left the leading coalitions scrambling to secure a majority in a polarised political environment.

Al Jazeera

Anwar, Muhyiddin seek support in Malaysia as deadline extended

King gives leaders of rival coalitions an extra day to reach agreement as they try to secure majority after tight poll.

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Al Jazeera

Infographic: All you need to know about Malaysia’s elections

Millions of Malaysians will elect the country’s 15th parliament and the prime minister for the next five years.

Al Jazeera

Why Malaysia’s 2022 election is so difficult to predict

Malaysia holds its general election on Saturday with three leading coalitions vying for power and millions of new voters.

Daily Record

Perth Show's Neil Forbes hands over the reins

The time has come for Neil Forbes to let go of the secretary's post at the Perth Show after many years of practice.

Al Jazeera

In search of stability, Malaysia to hold elections on Nov 19

The polls, a year earlier than scheduled, will be the first since the voting age was lowered to 18.

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