Anwar has a chance to bring stability and reform, but he'll be on a short leash within his coalition and besieged by race-and-religion politics.
Anwar has a chance to bring stability and reform, but he'll be on a short leash within his coalition and besieged by race-and-religion politics.
Closer scrutiny of Malaysian elections since the era of Najib Razak's father can sharpen the contrasts over winning—and losing—legitimacy.
How modern Malaysia is huddling in the village against the 'dark forces' of the outside world.
Mass rallies over the weekend proved a moderate victory for both sides of Malaysian politics, argues Clive Kessler.
Clive Kessler reflects on the qualities of Tok Guru and how they influenced his academic work
Clive Kessler's third and final article investigating the links between Islam, violence and Southeast Asia.
Clive Kessler's second of three articles exploring the history of Islam, violence and Southeast Asia
In response to recent developments, Clive Kessler - in three articles - explores the history and relationship of Islam, violence and Southeast Asia.
Only Allah knows why those who seek the "Truth" in Islam often have ominous ends.