Umno president crucial in making unity government work, must have his day in court
The PM’s appointment must not play to the tune of big business

A foreign journalist’s perspective of Anwar Ibrahim’s road to top post and his challenges in staying there

Time is working against Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who has inherited the in-tray from hell

State monarch abides with established procedure in menteri besar’s appointment
A weak majority or minority govt can be supported through CSA agreement with opposition
Unacceptable to charge media over fair reporting

Confidence and supply agreement can help Barisan Nasional in supporting Pakatan Harapan
Legislation, together with political parties’ internal rules, ensure MPs toe the line
He should get first opportunity to be named prime minister as his coalition won most seats in GE15
It should be based on common governance programme, not individual MPs supporting a common prime minister candidate
