Good strategy for opposition to use own logos, say analysts

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PETALING JAYA: The opposition parties’ decision to use their own logos and push their respective manifestos in the coming Sarawak elections is a logical move and a good strategy, two political analysts say.

James Chin of the University of Tasmania’s Asia Institute said in practice, Sarawak Pakatan Harapan “does not exist”, referring to the coalition that comprises DAP, PKR and Amanah.

The PKR and DAP chapter in East Malaysia has been at odds recently, with Sarawak PKR accusing the state DAP of not cooperating in seat negotiations for the state elections, a charge the latter denied. DAP has already announced candidates in 18 of the 26 constituencies it will contest.

“So in terms of strategy, it was the only outcome that was possible,” Chin told FMT.

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