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Malaysia articles on Democracy Chronicles
News about the struggle for democracy in Malaysia. Malaysia is not a functioning democracy. According to Freedom House, the "2008 electoral gains of the three main opposition parties came despite serious obstacles, such as unequal access to the media and restrictions on campaigning and freedom of assembly, which left them unable to compete on equal terms with the ruling party". Also see our section on World Democracy.
New Laws Steadily Erode Southeast Asia Internet Freedom
Malaysia and Thailand leading steady decline in Asia internet freedom marking dramatic u-turn
Malaysia Eyes Vote Reform After Crisis
Fast changing Malaysia eyes vote reform after elections had much to be desired sparking push
Opposition Vows to Protest Malaysia Vote Results
Fear that election has polarized politics as opposition protest Malaysia vote results as doctored
Malaysia Election Results Bring Tensions
Close competition has tested Malaysia election results and fragile system of democracy
Malaysia Ruling Party Claims Win Early
Crucial Malaysia elections have been ferocious between ruling party and opposition. Malaysia Ruling Party Claims Win Making Opposition Angry at Timing
All Eyes on Close Call Malaysia Election
Election to have wide ranging impact on fast changing country with close call Malaysia election
Social Media Strengthens Malaysia Youth Movement
Upcoming elections are crucial in fast changing society with growing Malaysia youth movement
Malaysia’s Coming Election Will be Democracy Test
Dynamic and in midst of massive change, Malaysia’s coming election will be closely watched
Malaysia Election Closely Watched for Fairness
Fast changing nation is in need of reform to build government as Malaysia election closely watched