| ID | 086690 |
| Title Proper | Malaysia in 2008 |
| Other Title Information | elections that broke the tiger's back |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Singh, Bilveer |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The March 2008 general elections fundamentally altered Malaysian politics. The ruling coalition lost its two-thirds majority in the national Parliament and five state assemblies, and Prime Minister Abdullah was forced to announce his resignation. The opposition also stands the chance of forming the national government in the near future. |
| `In' analytical Note | Asian Survey Vol. 49, No. 1; Jan-Feb 2009: p.156-165 |
| Journal Source | Asian Survey Vol. 49, No. 1; Jan-Feb 2009: p.156-165 |
| Key Words | Abdullah Badawi ; Anwar Ibrahim ; Barisan Nasional ; UMNO ; Najib Tun Razak ; Malaysia ; 2008 |