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Malaysia opposition embattled by leader Anwar Ibrahim's sodomy trial

Malaysia's opposition coalition is struggling to stay united as their popular leader Anwar Ibrahim focuses on his sodomy trial. Already four lawmakers have defected.
How Muslim countries must deal with radicals

Don't oppress them. Out-compete them on services – and save democracy.
Malaysia's ruling party struggles to stay relevant with new leaders

Amid allegations of corruption and a drop in popularity, the party that has been in power for five decades tries to shore up support.
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A blogger takes office in Malaysia

Jeff Ooi joins activists and NGO workers as opposition members of parliament demanding reform.
Malaysia's top opposition figure makes a comeback

Anwar Ibrahim retook his parliament seat Tuesday. His goal: topple the government.
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Trouble brews in two Asian democracies

Newly elected leaders in Thailand and Malaysia face mounting domestic discontent.
Facing inflation, Asia gets more aggressive

As social unrest grows over rising food and fuel prices, policymakers from Thailand to Indonesia are raising interest rates.
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Pro-Muslim tilt in Malaysia's courts

Observers say civil courts often defer to Islamic courts on key issues.