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PAS to discuss with PN whether to join Anwar’s unity government
Malaysian Islamist party Parti Islam SeMalaysia (PAS) on Friday said it will discuss with all component parties of the Perikatan Nasional (PN) coalition about whether to accept the invitation by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to join his…
Six states in Malaysia may hold state elections simultaneously in 2023
Selangor and five other state governments are in the midst of informal discussions on holding state elections simultaneously in 2023 as part of a cost-cutting measure, said Selangor Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari.
The Gombak MP said that…
130 Umno division chiefs back Zahid amid calls for him to step down
Some 130 Umno division chiefs want party president Zahid Hamidi to continue helming the party amid calls for his resignation.
The division chiefs from around Malaysia held a “Solidarity for President” gathering at the Riverside Cafe next…
Malaysia’s Anwar gets to work, promising inclusive government
Anwar Ibrahim has started work as Malaysia’s prime minister after promising to lead a government inclusive of everyone in the multiethnic, multireligious Southeast Asian nation.
Anwar clocked in at 9 am (01:00 GMT) at the prime…
Nov 28 is a public holiday in Malaysia, says PM Anwar
Newly appointed Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared Monday a public holiday in Malaysia.
“I will discuss with the chief secretary because I have promised for a holiday on Monday this week, but this was not settled last Monday,” Datuk…
World leaders congratulate new Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim
Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has congratulated the newly sworn-in Malaysian premier Anwar Ibrahim on Thursday.
“Your premiership comes amidst significant challenges in our regional and global environment. As close neighbours…
Anwar Ibrahim named Malaysian PM after post-election crisis
Malaysia's veteran opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim has been named the country's new prime minister, after several days of post-election deadlock.
The new leader was appointed by King Sultan Abdullah, after elections over the…
Malaysia’s King to hold special meeting with fellow rulers on Thursday, report says
The Malaysian King will be meeting his fellow rulers at a special gathering at the national palace on Thursday.
Sultan Abdullah Ahmad Shah will be seeking the opinions of the rulers on the impasse in the formation of a federal government,…
BN lawmakers seek postponement of audience with Malaysian King
Malaysia’s former ruling coalition Barisan Nasional wants more time to decide on who to back as the next prime minister, prolonging a political stalemate that emerged after an inconclusive national election last week.
The 30 lawmakers from…
Malaysian police chief warns against provocative social media posts as political parties race to…
The Malaysian police have warned social media users against posting provocative content that could threaten public safety and order, after reports of online posts that reference racial riots and unrest following Saturday’s general election.…