by Sophie Lemière | Aug 1, 2025 | Blog, Featured, Opinion Pieces
There is a profound, almost paradoxical, power in former Malaysian Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad issuing warnings about the trajectory of Western democracy. PARIS: This month, as Dr Mahathir Mohamad marks his 100th year, the world contemplates not just longevity,... 
by Sophie Lemière | Jul 30, 2025 | Blog, Opinion Pieces
Mahathir reshaped Malaysia’s politics and modernized its economy. He is also the source of many of the contradictions that continue to define the country today. Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, who turned 100 on July 10, stands as a political titan who casts a long shadow over... 
by Sophie Lemière | Jul 10, 2025 | Blog, Opinion Pieces
L’ancien Premier ministre malaisien, 100 ans ce jeudi 10 juillet, s’est longtemps maintenu au pouvoir par le patriarcat politique, une méthode ancienne qui inspire toujours les autocrates d’aujourd’hui. Mahathir Mohamad a 100 ans. On aimerait lire qu’il fut le dernier... 
by Sophie Lemière | Jul 9, 2025 | Blog, Opinion Pieces
Malaysia’s most famous political daughter must prove her worth or be left behind PARIS: Anyone who follows Malaysian politics knows the name Nurul Izzah Anwar. The eldest daughter of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, the 44-year-old newly elected deputy president of Parti... 
by Sophie Lemière | May 16, 2025 | Blog, Opinion Pieces
The persistence of political dynasties hinges on three interconnected factors: Name recognition, resource control and patronage networks RABAT, Morocco: In the Philippines’ midterm elections this week, the Marcoses and Dutertes were once again front and centre in...