Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin pictured in January. Photo: Bernama/DPA
Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin pictured in January. Photo: Bernama/DPA
Malaysia

In Malaysia, power struggles, pandemic woes mar Muhyiddin’s first year in office

  • The embattled leader has promised to hold elections after the Covid-19 pandemic is under control
  • He could now face a fresh no-confidence vote as soon as June, but observers say he is unlikely to be ousted unless his political opponents unify

Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin pictured in January. Photo: Bernama/DPA
Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin pictured in January. Photo: Bernama/DPA
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