S2E84: Is Anwar Ibrahim’s coalition reaching breaking point before GE16?

With DAP committed to the unity government, can Anwar Ibrahim reform his coalition before the next general election?

Synopsis: Every fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the hottest political and trending talking points, alternating between its Malaysia and China bureaus.

For our August episode, ST's Malaysia bureau chief Shannon Teoh and host Zurairi A.R. are joined by Dr Ong Kian Ming, a former deputy minister and adjunct professor at Taylor’s University.

Highlights (click/tap above):

5:20 DAP members vote to stay in government: Is it the right choice?

8:40 Is the DAP grassroots divided over call to stay in government?

17:40 What is the ideal situation for DAP? Is it time to return to the opposition?

19:50 Should Anwar Ibrahim step back to allow Pakatan Harapan to rebuild for 16th general election?

24:40 Anwar’s strategy: Tactical survival or a genuine long-term plan?

31:00 Are Anwar’s advisers listening? Here’s what we have to say to them

37:10 Side note: Formula 1 is back in Sepang, but what sporting events do we want Malaysia to host?

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