Independent research, political analysis and practical recommendations for parties, governments and institutions facing the failures of modern democratic systems.
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The absence of a dedicated strategic capacity inside or adjacent to PH is itself part of the problem. Political parties in Malaysia have traditionally relied on...
Southeast Asia's political landscape displays varied governance models, facing challenges like democratic erosion, elite consolidation, and socio-economic inequalities.
Emerging democracies cannot survive when structural instability becomes standard operating procedure. Malaysia’s democratic framework suffers from systemic fragility that directly undermines policy continuity, erodes public trust,...
New Democrat is an independent policy institute and strategic intelligence platform established by Kazi Mahmood and Kian Choong Cheah.