After state election setbacks, Malaysia’s DAP weighs future in PM Anwar’s Cabinet
Democratic Action Party delegates will decide on Aug 16 whether its ministers should resign from Malaysia’s unity government. The outcome could result in a snap general election, party members and observers say.
Malaysia’s Democratic Action Party (DAP) is on the brink of a crucial decision on Aug 16, as delegates meet to determine whether its ministers should resign from the country’s unity government. The outcome could trigger a snap general election, with political observers suggesting that the party’s recent failures in state elections have left many disillusioned.
Following losses in Johor and Negeri Sembilan, DAP’s performance has been severely criticized, with party members and analysts pointing to unfulfilled reforms. DAP leader Anwar Ibrahim has reportedly been urged to call an early election if the party decides to pull out of the government. However, some DAP members argue that remaining in the unity government is essential to maintain stability and ensure the continued delivery of services.
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