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Malaysia's Sarawak region heads to polls amid federal political pressure

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Malaysia's oil-rich Sarawak region is heading to state elections, with the ruling Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) coalition seeking a renewed mandate. Premier Abang Johari Openg announced the dissolution of the state assembly, triggering an election within 60 days. This comes as Prime Minister Anwar faces political pressure from recent electoral setbacks in Peninsular Malaysia, while GPS continues to advocate for greater autonomy and control over Sarawak's oil and gas resources. AI

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Malaysia's Sarawak region heads to polls amid federal political pressure

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Iman Muttaqin Yusof ·

    Malaysia’s oil-rich Sarawak heads to polls, forcing Anwar into yet another federal test

    Malaysia’s oil-rich Sarawak state will dissolve its assembly on Monday in a test of political strength for a powerful regional coalition whose support has become crucial to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s government. Anwar is facing growing pressure following electoral setbacks fo…

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