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Umno (Malaysia)

Umno (Malaysia)
The latest news and top stories on Umno. A prominent Kuala Lumpur based political party, Umno (United Malays National Organisation) is Malaysia’s oldest national political party, founded in 1946. Its primary mission is to uphold Malay nationalism, the dignity of the Malay race, the religion of Islam and protect Malay culture. Historically a dominant force in Malaysian politics, Umno was the leading party of the Barisan Nasional coalition, governing Malaysia from independence in 1957 until 2018. The party played a fundamental role in the nation’s independence movement.
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Spoiler alert: why Malaysia’s Anwar should be wary of Rafizi’s Bersama party

Bersama may not have political clout to bring down the prime minister but may chip away support among his reformist base, analysts say.

Malaysian ex-ministers resign from Anwar’s party, snap election rumoured

Malaysia’s Umno marks 80th anniversary with show of Malay political power

The party held its celebrations in the Johor palace where it was founded, signalling it is back on track ahead of coming state polls.

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