sailed over to set up Christian schools in major towns of Malaysia. In 1874, the Treaty of Pangkor marked the direct British rule over the Malay states. The sultans maintained religious sovereignty.

His firm stance highlights what should be obvious: Malaysia does not need more barriers between communities. But the more these artificial divisions are enforced, the more they embolden religious ...

RACE, religion, and royal (3R) power are three key strands that frequently intersect in Malaysian politics, with serious implications. While each has its own place in the country's identity, their ...