Keeping up with the Razaks

Inside the deals and networks of Malaysia’s first political family.

This week’s edition follows the money — and the bloodline. Three members of the Razak family have been active in private capital the past year.

From regional funds to local search vehicles, their ventures offer a glimpse into how Malaysia’s most famous political dynasty is navigating post-office life.

The common thread? Proximity to power — both old and new.

You’re reading a paid version of The Malaysianist, a newsletter on money and power by writer and journalist Emmanuel Samarathisa.

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