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Political Uncertainty and Economic Outlook in Malaysia: A Post-Election Perspective

The Political Landscape Shifts in Kuala Lumpur

The streets of Kuala Lumpur have been abuzz with anticipation and scrutiny over the past week as political leaders and the monarchy navigated the complex process of forming Malaysia's new government. Following days of intense negotiations illuminated by top officials meeting with the King, a pivotal decision was made—Anwar Ibrahim, leader of the opposition coalition Pakatan Harapan (PH), was appointed as Malaysia’s 10th Prime Minister. This pivotal move was met with positive market reactions, sparking a surge in Bursa Malaysia, which hit a new intraday high, and a strengthening of the Ringgit against both the U.S. dollar and the Singapore dollar.