The reconciliation that jolted Malaysian politics
Kuala Lumpur, Feb.17, 2015: supporters of imprisoned Malaysian opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim hold a banner demanding his freedom in front of the Duta Court Complex (source: dpa)
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What's inside
- If it manages to unify, Malaysia’s opposition has a shot at dislodging the country’s corruption-tarred prime minister
- An unexpected alliance between two most prominent opposition leaders, until recently bitter foes, has altered the political landscape
- Malaysian politics is in deep flux ahead of the 2018 general elections
Who will benefit?
- Report is targeted to the decision makers in cross country manufacturing – suppliers, manufacturers, logistics.
- Also considered useful for the administrative university facilities, to better understand the possibe effects of current decisions.
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