Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar Ascends to Malaysia's Throne Amid Political Intrigue

The new king's reign begins as Malaysians look for strong leadership to navigate political divisions and economic challenges.

Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar of Johor has been installed as Malaysia's new king, beginning his five-year term at the head of the country's unique rotating monarchy.
The new king's ascension comes amid political intrigue over a corruption crackdown and rumors of a royal pardon for convicted ex-prime minister Najib Razak.
Sultan Ibrahim's reign begins as the Malaysian public looks for greater leadership from the country's king to help heal divisions among politicians.
Before becoming monarch, Sultan Ibrahim warned Malaysia’s politicians that he would not entertain any of the machinations that forced his predecessor to oversee two changes of government in as many years.
Malaysia’s new king and his family have interests spanning property to telecommunications, a portfolio he defends citing the Johor royal family’s tradition of being involved in business.