Why it matters
The move has stirred political tensions in Malaysia, with possible implications for Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s coalition, according to Bloomberg. The articles describe no direct U.S. effect; Malaysians and the country’s political institutions are most directly affected.
What happens next
Najib is to serve the remainder of his current sentence under house arrest. The articles do not say what further action, if any, the government or courts will take regarding his separate sentence or the coalition’s response.
Whether the resignation leads to further changes in the governing coalition.
What happens to Najib’s separate 15-year sentence.