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Podcast: The Straits Times Podcasts
Episode: Plain sailing for PM Anwar on a global stage, but rough ride at home
Description: His moves on international platforms have earned praise. Domestically though, he faces political turmoil and rising scepticism. Synopsis: Every fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the hottest political and trending talking points, alternating between its Malaysia and China bureaus. For our June episode, ST’s Malaysia bureau chief Shannon Teoh and host Tan Tam Mei are joined by Ariel Tan, a senior fellow at RSIS, to unpack Malaysia’s showing at global forums. From hosting a landmark Asean Summit and joining BRICS, his diplomatic engagements with leaders from China, Russia, and...