Anwar's big surprise? Malaysians sceptical over ‘tribute' teaser post
Anwar Ibrahim has become the latest lightning rod for
Malaysia 's restless public, whose patience is wearing thin after months of new taxes, political scandals and economic anxiety.
Late on Monday, Anwar posted a stylised silhouette and the words Akan Datang (Coming Soon) across his social media accounts, promising a special gesture of 'extraordinary' appreciation for all Malaysians.
The post, which was met with widespread derision, appeared just hours after nearly 1,000 lawyers had
marched to the prime minister's office in Putrajaya, protesting alleged government meddling in judicial appointments.
Malaysia's digital town square fired back with its trademark blend of wit and scepticism. Comments flooded in, many laced with biting humour about the government's recent
expansion of taxes on goods and services , which came into force on July 1.
The social media post shared by Anwar late on Monday. The central text reads 'Coming Soon: an extraordinary tribute to the people of Malaysia'. Photo: X/AnwarIbrahim
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