In Malaysia, Nurul Izzah’s PKR exit deepens questions over Anwar’s leadership

Nurul Izzah Anwar, daughter of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, has stepped back from her role as deputy president of the ruling People's Justice Party (PKR). This move has intensified scrutiny regarding Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's leadership and his ability to maintain unity within the political movement he established. Party leadership has characterized Nurul Izzah's departure as a temporary break rather than a resignation, indicating underlying tensions within PKR. This development follows recent electoral disappointments for Anwar's Pakatan Harapan (PH) coalition in state elections, where they experienced losses to their federal partner, Barisan Nasional (BN). Despite these setbacks, PH and BN are currently partners in the federal unity government.