GE16 will shape GE17, GE18 and GE19: The endemic risks and faultlines faced by Malaysia — Phar Kim Beng
AUG 27 — Malaysia’s 16th General Election should not be understood merely as another contest to determi...
The 16th Malaysian General Election (GE16) is expected to have far-reaching implications for future elections, including GE17, GE18, and GE19. This is because elections not only produce governments but also establish political habits, coalition structures, leadership hierarchies, and voter expectations. If GE16 leads to entrenched patterns, reversing them could take several electoral cycles.
The election's outcome will shape Malay politics, the long-term position of Pakatan Harapan (PH), the emergence of new political leaders, and political ideology.
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