Historical Events tagged with "hung parliament"

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Politics & Government

Anwar Ibrahim Named Malaysia's 10th Prime Minister

November 24th, 2022 2 years ago

After a hung parliament led to political uncertainty, Anwar Ibrahim was officially named as the 10th Prime Minister of Malaysia. His appointment followed five days of intense negotiations among political parties. Anwar, a veteran politician with a history of fighting for reform, took the position amid hopes for stability in the Malaysian government, which has faced challenges in recent years, including corruption scandals and political fragmentation.

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Politics & Government

Liberal Party's Largest Vote Share Since 1929

February 28th, 1974 51 years ago

The British general election resulted in a hung parliament as the Liberal Party, under the leadership of Jeremy Thorpe, achieved its largest vote share since 1929. This unexpected outcome marked a significant moment in British political history, where the balance of power was disrupted, leading to uncertain governance and coalitions. The election highlighted the shifting political landscape and various voter sentiments across the nation, as the political dominance of the two major parties faced challenges.

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