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How does Malaysia's parliament work? How many seats are up for grabs in the election? What are the main parties?

For most Malaysians, the country has changed irrevocably and a people that once identified by race is now united.

With only the urban Malay middle class having attained self-confidence enough to heed Pakatan’s call, UMNO will claim three-quarters of the community’s vote.

Latest: New Mandala provides a wrap up on the likely return of Malaysia's ruling coalition.

You look at the soldiers. Where the soldiers go, the government goes too. Soldiers change, government changes. Soldiers don't change, government does not change

May 6th 2013 could be a new dawn of justice ushered in by a people who, after more than half a century of governmental abuse, can finally believe again.

The problem with many countries in Asia is that politicians and unelected leaders view their populace as subjects rather than as individuals whose rights are worth preserving.

Once led by two brothers, HINDRAF is now split and neutralised. One brother, now claims to support BN; while the other faces impending arrest.

Sombath Somphone's disappearance is a great tragedy, not only for Sombath, his family, friends and colleagues but also for the Lao people and the country as a whole.

Malaysians the world over made electoral history as they took part for the first time ever as overseas voters in the 13th general election.

Stay tuned to New Mandala for anecdote, analysis and new perspectives on Malaysia's 'mother of all' elections'.