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Malaysia GE2022: States to watch
Selangor’s voters demand more of Malaysia’s parties
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Selangor may provide only a tenth of the 222 MPs nationwide, but it is home to a fifth of Malaysia’s 33 million people and contributes a quarter of the nation’s economy.
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KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysia’s parties are finding novel ways to appeal to Selangor’s electorate, who are jaded with power plays and demanding more of their MPs after three years of political instability.
On Wednesday, the Democratic Action Party (DAP) candidate for Bangi, Mr Syahredzan Johan, launched his election manifesto for the seat. He had no handouts, but with his unique approach he promised to promote entrepreneurship, develop public transport and even look into mental health issues in the ward.
