In his first, 22-year stretch as prime minister, Mahathir Mohamad transformed Malaysia’s economy. But he was also accused of being a strongman and antisemite. In an interview, he offers a self-assessment.
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Malaysia Halves Sentence of Najib Razak, Fallen Ex-Prime Minister
His release has been set for August 2028 and his fine reduced to a quarter of its original amount, a move that has drawn criticism from observers and citizens.
Malaysian Election Adds New Turmoil: Hung Parliament
The country has been hit by a series of political shocks in recent years and now confronts the first hung Parliament in its history.
Your Thursday Briefing: Pakistan, Submerged
Plus Volodymyr Zelensky visits a reclaimed city and the downfall of Malaysia’s former prime minister.
Hermès Bags and Millions in Cash: The Fall of Malaysia’s Najib Razak
The former prime minister and his wife were once seen as untouchable. Now, both have been found guilty in connection with the 1MDB financial scandal.
Najib Razak, Malaysia’s Former Prime Minister, Is Headed to Prison
Mr. Najib, convicted in a scandal involving the disappearance of billions from the government investment fund known as 1MDB, has exhausted his avenues of appeal.
Najib Razak, Former Malaysian Leader, Admits Covid ‘Mistake’
Najib Razak said he did not register with a phone app, as required, after arriving at a restaurant in Kuala Lumpur. “I confess,” he wrote on his Facebook page. “I accept both criticism and insight.”
Elliott Broidy Pleads Guilty in Foreign Lobbying Case
A former fund-raiser for President Trump admitted to a role in a covert campaign to influence the administration on behalf of Chinese and Malaysian interests.
Trump Fund-Raiser Elliott Broidy Charged in Lobbying Case
Federal authorities accused him of conspiring to violate lobbying laws in his unsuccessful efforts to resolve an investigation into the embezzlement of the Malaysian investment fund 1MDB.
Najib Razak, Malaysia’s Former Prime Minister, Found Guilty in Graft Trial
Mr. Najib was sentenced to up to 12 years in prison and faces fines of nearly $50 million on charges of abuse of power, breach of trust and money laundering.