Rafizi Ramli sets up new Malaysia party rivaling Anwar
By The BriefBrief
Rafizi Ramli, once an ally of Anwar Ibrahim, is now described as laying the groundwork for a new Malaysia party that would eventually sideline his former benefactor.
WHO:Rafizi Ramli
WHAT:Rafizi Ramli is setting the groundwork for a new Malaysia party that could sideline Anwar Ibrahim.
WHEN:Reported Aug 21, 2026 at 10:06 PM ET
WHERE:Malaysia
WHY:Rafizi Ramli is moving from former alliance ties toward political rivalry by building a new party.