{
  "id": 16452351,
  "title": "Loke tells PH to campaign on government record, not personal attacks",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/25/loke-tells-ph-to-campaign-on-government-record-not-personal-attacks",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-25T08:53:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Vibes",
    "slug": "the-vibes",
    "url": "https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/128770/loke-tells-ph-to-campaign-on-government-record-not-personal-attacks"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke urged Pakatan Harapan (PH) to focus their election campaign in Melaka on the federal government's achievements rather than resorting to personal attacks on political opponents. Speaking at the coalition's candidate announcement and election machinery launch in Stadium Hang Jebat, Loke highlighted the government's record of political stability, sustained economic growth, and strengthened international standing. Despite suffering electoral setbacks in some states, Loke emphasized that the key is maintaining a strong fighting spirit. He acknowledged the government's efforts in maintaining stability amid uncertainty, promoting economic growth, and strengthening Malaysia's international image. Loke pointed to subsidy rationalisation measures, the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) programme, education incentives, and tax measures as examples of assistance provided to the public. He stressed the importance of extending support beyond low-income households to include middle-income families and students. Loke also highlighted the RM91 million raised from the sale of H-series vehicle registration numbers, which is being returned directly to eligible taxi drivers in Melaka. He emphasized that the government's duty is to safeguard the country's assets and revenue, ensuring public funds are used to benefit the people. Loke urged Melaka voters to continue supporting PH, promising that the coalition will remain committed to policies aimed at improving their lives.",
  "summary": "DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has urged Pakatan Harapan (PH) to make the federal government’s record the focus of its Melaka election campaign, rather than resorting to personal attacks against political opponents. Speaking at PH Melaka’s candid...",
  "key_points": [
    "Loke urges PH to campaign on government record, not personal attacks.",
    "Highlights government's political stability, economic growth, international standing.",
    "Mentions subsidy rationalisation, SARA programme, education incentives as examples."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Prioritizing administrative achievements over character assassination signals a strategic shift for Pakatan Harapan to defend its mandate through tangible economic results and social welfare programs.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}