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Political instability could force Malaysia into a snap election by early 2027 if DAP exits the government coalition, triggering parliamentary dissolution and triggering the 16th general election sooner than expected.
Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh has assured the public that the state government will function normally following the Democratic Action Party's withdrawal from the state administration and resignation of four assemblymen.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rejected characterizations of DAP as anti-Malay, pointing to the party's support for gazetted Malay Reserve Land as proof of its respect for constitutional protections.