Malaysia's PM seals political cease-fire to focus on COVID battle

Ismail Sabri says deal with Anwar and others will pave way for stabilizing reforms

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Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob is attempting to put a stop to perpetual political upheaval. © Malaysian Prime Minister's Office via AP

P PREM KUMAR, Nikkei staff writer

KUALA LUMPUR -- Malaysia's ruling and opposition parties on Monday inked an agreement that promises to halt a long bout of political instability, in a boost for new Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob's fledgling government.

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