DAP perlu perluas sokongan melangkaui kubu tradisi menjelang PRU16, kata Loke

DAP chief Loke Siew Fook asserts that the party can still garner nearly 80% support from Chinese voters in the upcoming general election, PRU16, while emphasizing the need to rebuild support beyond the traditional Chinese voting bloc. Despite acknowledging that achieving 90% support is challenging, Loke warns that DAP cannot take Chinese voters for granted and must engage in a coalition to achieve mutual understanding.

He acknowledges the complexities of Malaysia's political landscape and the necessity of forming a government in partnership with other parties. Loke also cautions that third-party power and idealistic parties often struggle to maintain momentum in Malaysian politics, citing the recent Muda movement as an example. However, he does not rule out collaboration with any potential political allies, referencing DAP's past cooperation with Umno following the 2022 general election.

While he does not dismiss the possibility of DAP contesting the elections independently, he emphasizes the importance of regularly evaluating strategies based on changing circumstances and the best interests of the nation. Loke also remarks that the recent poor performance of DAP in the Negeri Sembilan state election may ultimately prove beneficial, as he believes the narrative of Malay unity championed by Umno and PAS cannot sustain long-term.