Govt must stay focused as economic agenda showing results, says Rafizi
PETALING JAYA : Former economy minister Rafizi Ramli says the government must remain grounded as the country navigates global economic challenges and continues its reform agenda.
Speaking in his Yang Berhenti Menteri podcast, Rafizi likened Malaysia's next nationwide polls to the US midterm election, which he said often acts as a 'warning bell' for ruling parties.
He noted that since the unity government took office in November 2022, numerous economic measures have been introduced, many of which are delivering results.
'The concern now is that if the opposition takes over, it would be a waste. Many of the measures started are working and need to continue until the end of the term.
'Pakatan Harapan's advantage is that the public sees us as more competent, but the current government must not underestimate public sentiment.
'If issues are not handled well, the public will react,' said Rafizi, who resigned as the economy minister in May.
He noted that despite the strong economic figures in 2017, Najib Razak was ousted as prime minister because the public felt disconnected from the government.
The former PKR deputy president also criticised social media influencers, including those from PKR, for belittling voters.
'Even if we support our party, we cannot take a 'holier than thou' attitude … that if you don't support my party, you are stupid or evil,' he said.
'It does not work like that.'
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