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Umno-led BN wins key election test amid rise in youth voters

A coalition led by Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob on Saturday scored a landslide victory in a state election seen as a key test for national polls, after voting reforms that saw a large influx of young and first-time voters. The convincing win in southern Johor state for a coalition led by Ismail Sabri's party,...

Malaysia PM to sign co-operation pact with opposition to shore up support

New Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob waves from a car, as he leaves after the inauguration ceremony, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Aug 21, 2021.Reuters Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob's coalition and the main opposition bloc will sign a cooperation pact on Monday (Sept 13) to ensure stability during the Covid-19 pandemic, an agreement...

Malaysian PM to announce new cabinet this week: Bernama

Malaysia's new Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob will announce his cabinet line-up this week, state news agency Bernama reported on Monday (Aug 23), citing the premier. Ismail Sabri was sworn in on Saturday following the resignation of Muhyiddin Yassin last week. He took charge as the Southeast Asian nation battles its worst surge in Covid-19 infections and...