Strongest support for Anwar in state polls from Chinese, Indians: survey

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KUALA LUMPUR – The highest support for Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim from the six states that recently held elections came from the Chinese at a staggering 88%.

This was followed by support from the Indians at 81%.

The prime minister received a 75% approval rating from other ethnic groups.

This is according to a recent poll by local think tank, Ilham Centre on public sentiment surrounding Anwar’s performance, following the conclusion of the six-state elections recently.

Overall, the premier received an approval rate of 42%, with satisfaction among the Malay community at 24%.

Ilham Centre’s executive director Muhamad Hisommudin Bakar also noted that Perikatan Nasional (PN) dominated the social media sphere.

“Most respondents, especially youngsters, were unaware of the government’s initiatives and announcements.

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