Reformasi, 25 Years On

Masjaliza Hamzah, Human Right Activist | Jo Kukathas, Actor | Associate Professor Sumit Mandal, School of Politics, History and International Relations, University of Nottingham Malaysia

29-Sep-23 18:00

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September 20th marked the 25th anniversary of the Reformasi movement, which began with the sacking and arrest of then Deputy Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. We explore the origins of this political movement with people who were there when it happened, and ask listeners for their own experiences during this period.

Produced by: Sharaad Kuttan

Presented by: Sharaad Kuttan

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Categories: politics, Law/Activism

Tags: reformasi, politics, government, crisis, reform,

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