UMNO pressure unlikely to force Anwar into early election
UMNO’S push for an early general election is unlikely to persuade Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to dissolve parliament while the party is enjoying stronger political momentum than Pakatan Harapan, says political analyst Dr Azmi Hassan. The ...
Political analyst Dr Azmi Hassan has stated that the push from Umno for an early general election is unlikely to coerce Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to dissolve parliament. Despite Umno's heightened confidence following their victories in Johor, Negeri Sembilan, and the upcoming Melaka state election, Anwar faces internal challenges within Pakatan Harapan.
These difficulties include unresolved issues within DAP and PKR, which make an early election for Anwar less appealing. Dr Azmi asserts that Anwar will not dissolve parliament until either the unity government becomes stronger or Umno weakens. The current five-year parliamentary term expires in 2027, necessitating an election within 60 days of dissolution.
While Umno's momentum may bolster their aspirations, it is doubtful that their pressure will prompt Anwar to call for an early election.
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