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Malaysia's 17th king, Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, will become the country's 17th since independence. He will ascend the throne on January 31, bringing an active leadership style that could help expedite Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's policy reforms. Despite the monarchy's largely ceremonial position, the 65-year-old is likely to continue the more politically active role assumed by the nation's king in recent years. Analysts say that both the sultan and Anwar agree on two important issues: eradication of corruption and reviving the economy.
Johor's Crown Prince Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim said he admired Singapore's politicians for their knowledge and professionalism, adding that relations between the Malaysian state and the Republic will continue to be very close. During a podcast on Sunday (Oct 29), Tunku Ismail said Singapore's Government is operating at a level that his state aspires to reach. "When I have engagements.