UMNO
Coverage of UMNO in the Nexus archive.
- Malaysia’s Anwar seizes on haj fund report ahead of Negeri Sembilan election
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has used a delayed inquiry into the Islamic pilgrimage fund to promote his anti-corruption message ahead of Negeri Sembilan's election. His Pakatan Harapan coalition aims to leverage the issue against rival party Umno, though opinions differ on its potential impact.
- Malaysia’s fight for Malay votes becomes a multiparty scrum
Malaysia's Malay voters, traditionally split between Umno and PAS, now face competition from multiple breakaway parties vying for the same votes ahead of state elections. A new party entered the race recently, adding to the multiparty competition.
- Why UMNO is the Biggest Beneficiary of Malaysia’s PAS-Bersatu Divorce
The split between PAS and Bersatu in Malaysia's opposition camp may benefit UMNO, positioning it for a resurgence in federal politics. The fracturing of the opposition is seen as a strategic advantage for UMNO's return to prominence.