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Anwar Ibrahim
Anwar Ibrahim
The latest news on Anwar Ibrahim, Malaysian politician and Prime Minister of Malaysia, including Malaysian political news and updates.
Born
10 Aug 1947
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Prime Minister of Malaysia
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Malaysia

Anwar vs Mahathir: Malaysia’s corruption showdown comes full circle

The current prime minister’s anti-corruption drive is shattering the myth that Malaysia’s political elites are untouchable.

Asean

Asean urged to embrace RCEP as US tariffs bite

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China-Asean relations

How Southeast Asia showed its support for China and sent a message to the US

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Malaysia

Malaysia braces for budget constraints as US tariffs weigh on growth

Limited fiscal space and impact of tariffs will affect the government’s ability to push out populist measures to drive growth, analysts warn.

Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will present the budget on October 10. Photo: AFP
Malaysia

7 children among 13 dead in Sabah as storms trigger more landslides

The death toll from the storms is the worst in Sabah in 30 years, as the state records an unprecedented spate of landslides.

Malaysia

Malaysian MPs targeted by US$100,000 deepfake sex video blackmail

At least 10 lawmakers have received threats, mostly members of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s own party.

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Malaysia

Asian Angle | Malaysia’s 13th plan offers pocket-sized reforms for a middle-income quagmire

With a focus on economic complexity and social mobility, the 13th Malaysia Plan aims to address decades of underperformance and stagnation.

Participants hold Malaysia’s national flag during National Day celebrations in Putrajaya on August 31. Photo: EPA
Malaysia

‘Do you want a boycott?’: Malaysia’s top mall rolls dice with flag ban

Pro-Palestinian protesters are calling for a mass gathering at the KLCC complex within the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur.

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Malaysia

Malaysian society is polarised but can overcome challenges: Anthony Loke

Race rhetoric has become more divisive due to the opposition playing up such issues for political capital, the transport minister says.

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Legacy of war in Asia

Opinion | Why Asia still hasn’t emerged from the shadows of World War II

With its vision for a just world order, China is positioning itself on the right side of history, while the US retreats from the post-war order it shaped.

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Malaysia

Malaysia’s anti-corruption agency probing ex-PM Mahathir’s ‘UK assets’

The latest move is part of a wider investigation by PM Anwar Ibrahim into the country’s ultra-rich and powerful.

Former Malaysian prime minister Mahathir Mohamad leaves the Kuala Lumpur High Court in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. He has repeatedly denied claims that he had abused his power to amass his alleged riches. Photo: EPA
War and conflict

Opinion | Victory Day parade showcased China’s determination to be a force for peace

The parade also made manifestly clear China’s ability to protect its interests at home and abroad.

China-Asean relations

Malaysia’s Anwar signals support for China’s global vision during 4-day trip

Malaysian prime minister attends military parade and SCO summit and secures belt and road deal while meeting top Chinese leaders.

China’s military drills

China’s allies give top marks for parade but the West is not won over

Russia, Iran and Cuba credit the host with showcasing the strength of the Chinese military.

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(Left to right) Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korea’s leader Kim Jong-un are seen ahead of the parade. Photo: TASS via ZUMA Press/dpa
China’s military

China’s display of military might adds muscle to Xi diplomacy

More than 10,000 troops and an array of cutting-edge weaponry paraded through Beijing, commemorating the end of World War II and showing off China’s growing military strength.

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China-Asean relations

Indonesia’s Prabowo attends China’s military parade as protests rage at home

Indonesian president makes one-day visit to Beijing for WWII anniversary after skipping SCO summit earlier this week.

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China's military weapons

The 5 key takeaways from China’s Victory Day military parade

From the images of Xi with Putin and Kim to a growing focus on nuclear weapons, here are the key moments from Tiananmen Square.

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Malaysia

Is Malaysia about to choose a side in the US-China tech war?

Deepening ties with Chinese firms could help Malaysia reach its chipmaking goals, but risks inviting retaliation from Washington.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim attends the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Plus meeting in Tianjin on Monday. Anwar met with Chinese tech leaders on Tuesday. Photo: Xinhua
Malaysia

Asian Angle | Watering down Malaysia’s petrol subsidy reform will cost the country dearly

The government keeps delaying the inevitable with full RON95 subsidy reform, but diluting it will cost the country in the long run.

Malaysia

Malaysia to host Asia’s trade bloc RCEP in October

The summit is being billed as a chance for Asia’s economies to ‘lead the cause of openness’ and seek greater trade to offset US tariffs.

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Malaysia

Malaysia’s byte-sized dilemma: who will make its first home-grown AI chip?

SkyeChip has to pick its manufacturing partner carefully as chipmaking is a heavily politicised industry, experts caution.

A microchip in a circuit board. Malaysia has announced its first home-grown AI processor. Photo: Shutterstock
China-Japan relations

China protests over reports Japan urged other countries to skip WWII parade

Foreign ministry says Tokyo should face up to its history after claims it urged other countries not to attend the ‘anti-Japanese’ event.

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Visitors to the National Art Museum of China in Beijing examine a painting commemorating the wartime struggle against Japan. Photo: AP Photo/Andy Wong
Malaysia

‘A lot of debt’: who will pay for Malaysia’s US$24 million Gaza aid pledge?

Anwar Ibrahim’s aid pledge is causing unease at a time when Malaysians are grappling with tax increases, subsidy cuts and stagnant wages.

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Malaysia

Malaysia’s oil and gas future finds itself adrift in the South China Sea

Decades of underinvestment have left Malaysia’s armed forces ill-prepared to protect its vital oil and gas reserves.

SCO

How will China assert its diplomatic clout at SCO summit amid global challenges?

With political heavyweights set to attend landmark gathering, many are watching to see how China will position itself as a world power.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to deliver keynote speeches at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in China’s northern port city of Tianjin from August 31 to September 1. Photo: EPA
Malaysia

How Malaysia’s bid to prevent a ‘corrupt-minded society’ is taking a comic turn

Anti-corruption chief Azam Baki turns to comics, films and live-streams to stop Malaysia from becoming a ‘corrupt-minded society’.

A child reads a comic book at the Hong Kong Book Fair in July. Malaysian authorities are hoping comics can attract children to their anti-corruption message. Photo: Sam Tsang
Malaysia

Malaysia jet explosion reignites debate over ageing air force arsenal

Viral footage of the fiery crash has raised alarms over military readiness and old equipment.

Malaysia

Malaysian employers warn cutting number of foreign workers may backfire

While the government says the move will raise the wages of citizens and productivity, employers argue it will lead to higher business costs.

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