The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) expressed its hope today that the 14th general election would be held as soon as possible so that businesspersons could stay focused on their businesses.

FMM president Soh Thian Lai also hoped that the government would implement policies that are business-friendly, no matter what the election result may be.

"We hope that the election can be completed as fast as possible, so that everyone can stay focused on their businesses.

"I do not know (the polling date) because this is the prime minister's decision... For us manufacturers, we will definitely focus on our businesses, regardless of what happens in the election, when or the result...