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Malaysia's internal politics complicate China's regional ambitions

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Malaysia's internal political struggles, particularly concerning race and national identity, present a complex challenge for China's foreign policy objectives in Southeast Asia. Despite China's efforts to position itself as a global leader and partner in initiatives like the Global Civilisation Initiative, domestic political battles within Malaysia could complicate these ambitions. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's alignment with some of China's global visions faces domestic headwinds from campaigns emphasizing Malay and Muslim interests. AI

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Malaysia's internal politics complicate China's regional ambitions

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Peter T. C. Chang ·

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