Malaysian Swan Song in Sarawak By-Election
The Sibu by-election in Sarawak on 16 May is a test on several fronts. A win for the Barisan Nasional, which appears likely, would put the Barisan within striking range of taking back its two-thirds majority in the national parliament.
Beyond that is the old rivalry between two sworn enemies – the Sarawak United Political Party for the ruling Barisan Nas…
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