Malaysia's 94-Year-Old Prime Minister Is Out. The New Leader Is Likely to Inflame Racial Tensions
Dr James Chin said “He is likely to steer the country in a more conservative, and a more Malay, Islamic way.”
PH likely to pass a vote of no confidence – Analysts
Prof Dr James Chin said this is because Pakatan Harapan (PH) could still show its dissatisfaction with the new prime minister.
Mahathir, Muhyiddin or Anwar? Wait for outcome of March 2 special Dewan Rakyat sitting, says analyst
Prof Dr James Chin said the March 2 Parliament session was not confirmed until an outcome of the Conference of Rulers meeting today.
Analyst tells why a PH government, minus PPBM, may not last
Prof Dr James Chin said that if Anwar succeeds in becoming PM, he will bring in more Malays.
Political mess impedes policies implementation
Professor Dr Yeah Kim Leng stated that said market investors are looking for political stability above any other concerns that affect the economy.
Should GPS stay neutral?
Prof James Chin said Abang Johari’s job “is on the line” facing his first electoral test, and all the political noise is something he does not need at this stage.
Malaysia’s Geriatric Palace Intrigues Are Causing Political Turmoil
Prof James Chin said that hushed, closed-door meetings, backdoor plots, and obtuse power plays are a very typical Malaysian way of doing politics.
Mahathir resignation leaves coalition's campaign promises hanging
Prof James Chin said The Mahathir-led government had a steep learning curve, as most of the cabinet ministers were inexperienced.
Analyst: Sabah, Sarawak should play hardball if new coalition comes knocking
Prof. James Chin said Parti Warisan Sabah and Gabungan Parti Sarawak could contribute 27 seats to the rumoured Perikatan Nasional (PN) to tip the balance in its favour.
Malaysian leader and elder statesman, offers to resign amid power struggle
"This will give [Mahathir] maximum flexibility; he can start everything on a clean new slate," said Prof. James Chin. "He holds all the cards."
Malaysia’s Mahathir unexpectedly quit as prime minister — but he could come back
Prof James Chin, comments on how ex-Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir was outmaneuvered by Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin in February 2020 to CNBC
Fear of DAP fuels Pakatan Nasional, fear of Dr M fuels critics
Prof. James Chin says “Pakatan Nasional is feasible because of two aims: to get rid of DAP in the government, and to stop Anwar from getting the prime minister’s post”.
