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Malaysia's 94-Year-Old Prime Minister Is Out. The New Leader Is Likely to Inflame Racial Tensions

Dr James Chin said “He is likely to steer the country in a more conservative, and a more Malay, Islamic way.”

PH likely to pass a vote of no confidence – Analysts

Prof Dr James Chin said this is because Pakatan Harapan (PH) could still show its dissatisfaction with the new prime minister.

Mahathir, Muhyiddin or Anwar? Wait for outcome of March 2 special Dewan Rakyat sitting, says analyst

Prof Dr James Chin said the March 2 Parliament session was not confirmed until an outcome of the Conference of Rulers meeting today.

Analyst tells why a PH government, minus PPBM, may not last

Prof Dr James Chin said that if Anwar succeeds in becoming PM, he will bring in more Malays.

Political mess impedes policies implementation

Professor Dr Yeah Kim Leng stated that said market investors are looking for political stability above any other concerns that affect the economy.

Should GPS stay neutral?

Prof James Chin said Abang Johari’s job “is on the line” facing his first electoral test, and all the political noise is something he does not need at this stage.

Malaysia’s Geriatric Palace Intrigues Are Causing Political Turmoil

Prof James Chin said that hushed, closed-door meetings, backdoor plots, and obtuse power plays are a very typical Malaysian way of doing politics.

Commentary: Was the Pakatan Harapan coalition doomed to fail from the start?

Dr. Ooi Kee Beng says the Pakatan Harapan coalition was fundamentally fragile: the moves made by its enemies in recent days have exposed its core vulnerabilities.

Mahathir resignation leaves coalition's campaign promises hanging

Prof James Chin said The Mahathir-led government had a steep learning curve, as most of the cabinet ministers were inexperienced.

Analyst: Sabah, Sarawak should play hardball if new coalition comes knocking

Prof. James Chin said Parti Warisan Sabah and Gabungan Parti Sarawak could contribute 27 seats to the rumoured Perikatan Nasional (PN) to tip the balance in its favour.

Malaysian leader and elder statesman, offers to resign amid power struggle

"This will give [Mahathir] maximum flexibility; he can start everything on a clean new slate," said Prof. James Chin. "He holds all the cards."