Malaysia’s ruling National Front coalition has won a simple majority in the country’s parliamentary election, extending its 56-year rule, with two-thirds of seats confirmed. PM Najib Razak’s Barisan Nasional coalition had passed the threshold of 112 seats in the 222-seat parliament, the Election Commission said. Defeated opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim accused the party of widespread… Continue reading Malaysia election: Barisan Nasional governing coalition wins polls extending its 56-year-long rule
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Malaysia votes in most closely contested general election in country’s history
Malaysia is voting in what is widely expected to be the most closely contested general election in the country’s history. PM Najib Razak’s Barisan Nasional (National Front) coalition is up against Pakatan Rakyat, a three-party alliance headed by Anwar Ibrahim. Voters are faced with returning the ruling party, in power for 56 years, or choosing… Continue reading Malaysia votes in most closely contested general election in country’s history