Malaysia's parties jockey for position as election talk ramps up

Members of ruling UMNO pushes for snap vote this year; ex-PM Najib's son could seek seat

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Malaysia last held a general house election in 2018. © Reuters

TAKASHI NAKANO, Nikkei staff writer

SINGAPORE -- Malaysia's diverse array of political parties are preparing for a general election that could come as early as this year, with some in the ruling coalition pushing for an early poll to capitalize on its strong position.

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