Non-Malay Voters Losing Faith in DAP, Ex-Leader Claims

Non-Malay voters are increasingly disillusioned with the Democratic Action Party (DAP) and the ruling Pakatan Harapan (PH) coalition, according to former DAP leader Ronnie Liu Tian Khiew. He stated that a decline in support, reflected in recent state elections, stems from the government's failure to deliver on key manifesto promises and the implementation of unpopular policies.

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From 10 people, about four to five non-Malays choose not to vote.

Liu pointed to voter turnout patterns in recent state elections, suggesting that between 40% and 50% of non-Malay voters are choosing not to participate. Among those who do vote, some are opting for DAP while others are shifting their support to parties like MCA. He believes this trend will continue unless a new political platform emerges to attract voters disappointed with the current administration but unwilling to return to the previous one.

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This trend will continue if there is no new platform or party that can be an option for voters who are disappointed with the current government, but at the same time cannot accept the previous administration again.

Furthermore, Liu expressed skepticism about the longevity of the cooperation between Barisan Nasional (BN) and Perikatan Nasional (PN). He characterized their alliance in the Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections as a mere tactical move, predicting it could collapse before the 16th General Election (PRU16).

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The cooperation between Barisan Nasional (BN) and Perikatan Nasional (PN) will not last long, and may even collapse before the 16th General Election (PRU16).

Liu suggested that the BN-PN 'divorce' might even begin as early as the Melaka state election, citing differing political landscapes and the perceived equal influence of both coalitions in that state. He anticipates that both coalitions will ultimately pursue their own paths in PRU16, competing for the same voter base, leading to a scenario where all parties contest independently.

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The situation in Melaka is different from Johor and Negeri Sembilan. The situation is not that easy, and even more complicated because PN and BN each feel their influence is equally strong.