Summary

  • DAP rules out leaving Pakatan Harapan.
  • Loke says coalition politics is essential for governing.
  • Accepts reforms may take longer in government.
  • Says PH-BN rivalry in state polls will not affect federal administration.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 18 — Anthony Loke Siew Fook said DAP will remain in the Pakatan Harapan coalition until the end of the current government’s term.

Rejecting calls for the party to leave following recent state election setbacks. Loke said coalition politics is the only practical way to drive reforms and participate in nation-building.

Despite compromises and a slower pace of change. He also said competition between Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional in state elections.

Would not derail the federal unity government, with both coalitions remaining committed to maintaining the administration.