Malaysia in transitionMalaysia's Muhyiddin braces for election with COVID shots in sight
PM negotiates over seat distribution but coalition partners want his job
Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin, left, is looking to confidant and Trade Minister Azmin Ali, right, for help in plotting his election strategy, according to a source. © Reuters
P PREM KUMAR, Nikkei staff writer
January 6, 2021 14:02 JST
KUALA LUMPUR -- Ever-embattled Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin is facing renewed pressure within his ruling coalition, fueling talk of a snap election relatively soon after the country begins its expected COVID-19 vaccine rollout next month.