Will a second ‘green wave’ soon sweep Malaysia?

A test of the ability of Anwar Ibrahim’s multiracial coalition Pakatan Harapan to woo Malay-Muslim voters looms as six states hold elections later this year.

A resounding win for PN and PAS may further entrench Malaysia’s urban-rural and liberal-conservative divide. PHOTO: BERNAMA
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KUALA LUMPUR - In Malaysia’s November 2022 General Election, the opposition Perikatan Nasional (PN) coalition led by Parti Islam SeMalaysia (PAS) and Malay nationalist party Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia posted stunning results, scooping 74 seats in a so-called “green wave” in the 222-seat Parliament.

It was known as the “green wave” as green is synonymous with PAS, being the colour of its party flag.

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