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Defence contracts: Malaysian gold rush tentatively halted

The defence sector is facing a new era in Malaysia under Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, who is looking to rein in defence spending. Foreign companies fear changes in deal-making channels. [...] (576 words)

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