To poll or not to poll, that’s the question

Unnecessary distraction: Having an election in these times of global turmoil is not prudent. — Filepic/The Star

DESPITE continuous speculation that the general election could be held soon, there is actually no urgency for the unity government to call for one. Its full term ends only in December 2027.

Even then, the prime minister has another 60 days before polling day. Assuming that Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim wants to serve a full term, he has more than a year from now.

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To poll or not to poll, that’s the question

03 May 2026

Unnecessary distraction: Having an election in these times of global turmoil is not prudent. — Filepic/The Star DESPITE continuous speculation that the general election could be held soon, there is actually no urgency for the unity government to call for […] Continue Reading

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