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Malaysia PM Anwar open to considering early GE, with DPM Zahid latest to call for snap polls
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· September 5, 2026
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Key points The source provides more information on the developments surrounding the potential early election, including the views of Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar and other officials. Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has expressed his view on the timing of the 16th general election.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has expressed his view on the timing of the 16th general election. He stated that holding the election early would be "better". This suggestion has been made by other officials as well, with Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar being open to considering an early general election.
Further details on the situation are available from the source. The comments from Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi were made on Thursday, indicating his stance on the election timing.
The source provides more information on the developments surrounding the potential early election, including the views of Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar and other officials.
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