Alifah Zainuddin
The Diplomat
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Frustration Grows in Malaysia Over Government’s Slow Flood Response
As politicians play the blame game, citizens and migrants alike have proven once again that they only have themselves to rely on. → Read More
‘Sarawak First’ Triumphs as GPS Dominates in Malaysian State Polls
While Sarawakians want more autonomy to govern, they are willing to live with Putrajaya for now. → Read More
Can MUDA Capture Malaysia’s Youth Vote?
If all young people gravitate towards MUDA, the youth-based party will instantly become a major political party. But that is unlikely to be the case. → Read More
PM Ismail’s First 100 Days: Beating Expectations Is Not Enough
Ismail Sabri’s leadership has offered much-needed stability, but Malaysians deserve more than just the status quo. → Read More
Malaysia: Is Barisan Nasional Growing in Strength?
The six-decade-old grand old coalition, led by UMNO, remains in a much weaker state, but it will inevitably be looking to build on its winning momentum. → Read More
Across Southeast Asia, Countries Reopen Borders In Time For Holidays
Southeast Asian countries are taking a cautious approach to restart tourism. → Read More
‘Battle Royale’ Begins for Melaka State Voters
The outcomes of the state polls will allow political parties to chart a clearer course ahead of the 15th General Election, including forming new alliances. → Read More
Malaysia’s Record Spending Bill Seeks to Fuel Recovery Ahead of Elections
The country keeps spending in preparation for a post-pandemic economy, but there are big risks ahead. → Read More
Malaysia Plans to Avoid Another COVID-19 Disaster During State Polls
Local authorities must figure out the safest way to cast a ballot to avoid another virus outbreak. → Read More
Can the COVID-19 Playbook Prepare Nations For the Next Pandemic?
The fight against the coronavirus pandemic is often likened to a war, and every war needs a plan. → Read More
What Happened To China’s BRI Projects in Malaysia?
Of the slew of BRI megaproject deals signed over the first five years of the initiative, most have either been canceled or come to a standstill. → Read More
Malaysia’s 5-Year Plan Sets Its Sights on High-Income Status by 2025
The new PM’s plan focuses on raising income and reining in pollution. Can it be achieved or is it a mere smokescreen? → Read More
The Risks Facing Malaysia’s ‘Second Chance’ Government
Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob’s decision to give his predecessor’s cabinet a second chance might just work in his favor. → Read More
Malaysia’s Muhyiddin Finally Steps Down As Prime Minister
Whoever takes Muhyiddin’s place will inherit an unresolved political crisis, in addition to a worsening public health emergency. → Read More
Politics is Wrecking Malaysia’s Pandemic Response
The COVID-19 crisis offers a convenient pretext for Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin to hold on to power. → Read More
Malaysia’s Youth Step Up Protests As Political Crisis Deepens
Young protestors gather momentum as calls for Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin’s resignation grow louder. → Read More
As Delta Variant Rages in Southeast Asia, Health Workers Warned Not to Speak Out
The pandemic has highlighted deep-rooted problems in health service. Medical workers voicing out their concerns have put governments on the defensive. → Read More
Malaysia’s PM to Decide on Parliament Return as Pandemic Worsens
Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin barely survived the last sitting of parliament. Will he survive the next? → Read More