Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin Keeps His Crown—or at Least His Seat
On the night of August 4, Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin fired back at whispers that he might quit. In a televised address that felt like a political stand‑up routine, he reminded everyone that he still has the majority backed by lawmakers.
What the King Had to Say
King Al‑Sultan Abdullah gave his nod, agreeing that Muhyiddin stays on until the next confidence vote. Even though some coalition members have decided to “take it out” of his support, the monarch’s endorsement keeps the political dominoes from toppling.
Why the Pressure Is Mounting
- Since becoming prime minister in March last year, Muhyiddin’s grip has been as tight as a sweaty handshake.
- The king’s recent rebuke of a move to lift emergency laws without royal approval sent shockwaves through the political arena.
- UMNO, the big brother in the ruling alliance, now claims Muhyiddin lost legitimacy and some of its lawmakers have already written “I’m out” to the king.
The Prime Minister’s Response—No Resignation in Sight
Flanked by nine lawmakers—including Deputy PM Ismail Sabri Yaakob—Muhyiddin proclaimed,
“I have told the king that I received enough declarations from lawmakers to show we are still in control, but my position is still up for debate. I will prove my legitimacy in Parliament.”
UMNO’s Splitting Stance
The party is divided on whether to back him or pull away, leaving his majority razor‑thin and the coalition rocky—much like a unicycle on a bumpy road.
Market Reaction
The Kuala Lumpur Stock Exchange took a hit earlier due to political jitters, but after Muhyiddin’s fiery address the market shrugged off some of that tension, bouncing back a bit.
Whether he can keep the crown or will eventually bow out remains to be seen. But for now, the drama continues, and all eyes (and trading bots) are on the next chapter.
Corruption charges
Malaysia’s Political Circus: Hilariously Bumpy Ride
In a story that feels like a chapter out of a drama series, Muhyiddin Yassin claims the chaos in Kuala Lumpur’s corridors of power was set in motion by a clique of “certain parties.” These factions pushed him hard enough to open the doors of corruption cases for already‑charged folks.
“Do I Intervene in Court? Why Not?”
Muhyiddin voiced a question that would make lawyers smile: “Should I step in on court matters to rescue some criminals?” The prime minister didn’t name the suspects, but the message was loud—he’d done nothing to back these party demands.
UMNO’s Silent Treatment
UMNO, the big political machine that once held the crown, didn’t have a comment on the tug‑of‑war. The silence was almost a political statement in itself.
Smacks From the Dark Side
- Najib Razak – former premier, now a convict, accused in the 1MDB oil‑tank scandal. He’s spending time that could probably have been better used as a “deep clean” of his once glamorous life.
- Ahmad Zahid Hamidi – party president, currently wearing the sinner’s robe in a graft trial. The “Ahmad” improved his reputation with a “not in my hands” attitude.
Why The Shake-Up?
Last year, Muhyiddin was handpicked by the king to lead a coalition that included UMNO and a bunch of other underdogs. Yet, he found himself dealing with a chorus of UMNO members who weren’t exactly fans.
King’s Rotational Seat
Malaysia stitches its governance with a constitutional monarchy. The crown is shuffled among nine sultans—each a traditional Malay ruler with some flair. The king was a real deal for the prime minister, but the tussles remain.
In short, the high‑stakes deal is still winding, and the drama looks like it’s going to hit a new binge‑worthy season soon.
