Malaysia's Unity Government on Shaky Grounds Malaysia's unity government, formed three years ago between Anwar's Pakatan Harapan (PH) coalition and erstwhile rivals Umno, has been a fragile arrangement from its inception.
The relationship was always one of convenience rather than ideological compatibility. Umno's resurgence in state elections is undeniable.
Their landslide victory in Johor last July caught PH off guard, leaving them with just a handful of seats. This success has emboldened Umno leaders to reassess their participation in government.