Malaysia

Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh sparks uproar over ‘Taipei, China’ comment

Both sides of the Taiwan Strait are sensitive to the implications regarding the island’s status.

Towards this goal, the Southeast Asian nation recently signed a deal to pay a British firm U.S. $250 million for semiconductor expertise.

Pro-democracy and ethnic minority insurgents have rejected an election held under military rule.

This divide has led to “growing insensitivity,” and hardened people’s sense of ethnic and religious identity.

Despite promises of reform, draconian laws continue to silence critics under Anwar Ibrahim’s leadership, human rights groups warn.

This divide has led to “growing insensitivity,” and hardened people’s sense of ethnic and religious identity.

2025-04-02

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2025-03-25

Despite push for reform, PAS – Malaysia’s largest Islamic party – opposes 10-year limit for government leader.

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