Malaysia's Prime Minister Mediates in the Thailand-Cambodia Conflict as Domestic Protests Erupt, the Largest Since His Tenure!
On Saturday, tens of thousands of Malaysians gathered on the streets of Kuala Lumpur, protesting high living costs and accusing Anwar of not fulfilling his reform promises. This rally is the first large-scale protest since Anwar became Prime Minister.
Protesters were spread across various locations in the city center, holding banners demanding Anwar to step down. Anwar's former advisor, Hattal Muhammad, addressed the crowd, saying: "After three years, what have the people received? I think he Anwar would be happy to see us suffering. Enough! Please resign!"
Several days before the protests, Anwar announced that all adult citizens would receive 100 ringgits in cash and promised to lower fuel prices. On Wednesday, he announced a fuel subsidy for 18 million drivers. Moreover, the domestic political situation in Malaysia has gradually stabilized, and its position in ASEAN has improved. Anwar's public support rate exceeds 55%, yet it could not prevent the outbreak of the protests.
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