MCA, MIC to skip state elections

MCA, MIC to skip state elections


Amid the rigorous seat negotiations process between Pakatan Harapan and BN, MCA and MIC have decided not to contest in the upcoming six state elections.

However, the two BN component parties are prepared to assist candidates from their coalition.

“The MCA central committee in its meeting today decided not to contest in the state polls for Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu, Penang, Selangor and Negeri Sembilan.

“This decision was reached after in-depth discussion and analysis and taking into account the current political situation, where the party will implement reforms and revival.

“During this period, MCA will focus more on preparing for the 16th general election (GE16),” the party said in a statement posted on Facebook this evening.

Meanwhile, MIC secretary-general RT Raja said the party’s central working committee (CWC) made a unanimous decision not to participate in the polls.

“This decision was reached after a discussion which lasted about four hours and after scrutinising the current political situation as well as hearing the views of each MIC member,” he added in a statement.

Raja said MIC’s decision has been communicated to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who heads the Harapan-BN government.

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