Malaysia swears in new premier, Ismail Sabri Yaakob, who faces a challenging task to revive a sluggish economy amid a worsening pandemic
New Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob waves from a car as he leaves after the inauguration ceremony, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia August 21, 2021. , as the Southeast Asian nation battles its worst Covid-19 surge and public anger grows over mismanagement of the pandemic.
He took the oath of office in front of the monarch and other coalition leaders, including former prime minister Najib Razak. An online petition started this week drew 350,000 signatories opposing Ismail Sabri's appointment, citing his handling of the pandemic.Mismanagement of pandemicPublic anger has grown as infections spread despite multiple extended lockdowns and ramped up vaccinations. Since last month, Malaysians in need have hoisted white flags at their homes to seek public help.
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