Risks still elevated despite resounding Anwar victory.

Risks still elevated despite resounding Anwar victory. - 2008

Five key political risks to watch for in Malaysia, namely the magnitude of former deputy prime minister and de facto opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim's anticipated victory in the by election. Pakatan Rakyat coalition and the possibility of populist policies being employed by the ruling Barisan Nasional coalition in order to boost its popularity. The three other key risks outlined above still remain very much in play


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