
DAP Should Stay in Government, Says Kian Ming
A DAP politician has articulated three strategic reasons why the party should preserve its role in the current government, emphasizing risks to political stability.
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A DAP politician has articulated three strategic reasons why the party should preserve its role in the current government, emphasizing risks to political stability.

Perak has secured RM15.2 billion in investments and attracted 10.1 million tourists in 2025, while posting an RM85 million budget surplus for the fourth consecutive year, signalling the MADANI framework's effectiveness.

DAP secretary-general Loke Siew Fook alleges a coordinated smear campaign during Negeri Sembilan's election campaign, dismissing claims he sought the menteri besar position and would undermine royal institutions.

DAP's traditional strategy of holding concurrent state and parliamentary seats faces renewed questioning following an election setback, with senior party figures struggling to balance dual responsibilities effectively.

The Democratic Action Party has accepted the result of the Negri Sembilan election and committed to rebuilding its support base, recognising that voters have delivered a significant message about the party's standing.

Pahang DAP chief Lee Chin Chen has challenged PN election director Sanusi's appeal to his Chinese heritage as a defense against accusations of racist rhetoric, questioning the sincerity of such appeals to non-Malay voters.

Johor DAP chairman Teo Nie Ching has questioned the state government's decision to create appointed state assemblymen positions, warning the mechanism could undermine democratic transparency and accountability in the assembly.