DAP Youth reminds govt of reform agenda amid rally ban warning

Summary

• DAP Youth urges Pakatan Harapan to stay true to its reform agenda and deliver election promises, warning that failure will damage the coalition’s credibility.

• They criticise the police for requiring rally organisers to seek venue approval, calling it an unnecessary barrier.

• The anti-graft rally, scheduled for Jan 25, will proceed as planned despite police warnings.

DAP Youth has urged Pakatan Harapan to fulfil its election promises and deliver meaningful reforms as failure to do so will damage the coalition’s credibility.

They said in a statement that even though the Harapan-led coalition government’s efforts in curbing corruption is better compared to former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s administration, the public’s patience is limited.

“However, tolerance and patience have limits. Apart from invigorating the economy, the unity government’s cabinet must demonstrate sincerity, determination, and boldness in pursuing reforms.

“This is crucial for gaining public trust and strengthening its governance foundation,” it said.

‘Greater responsibility to uphold freedoms’

Meanwhile, DAP Youth also criticised the police for telling the organisers of an upcoming anti-corruption rally on Jan 25 to seek the approval of the venue owner, calling it an unnecessary barrier.

It called on the authorities, especially the police, to respect the constitutional right to peaceful assembly and avoid using unreasonable justifications to block rallies.

“If the leaders who frequently participated in rallies during their time in the opposition never sought approval from Sogo, why are such unbelievable justifications being used to impose compliance on current rally organisers?” it asked.

As a ruling coalition, Harapan has a greater responsibility to uphold these principles and provide space for free expression, DAP Youth stressed.

The anti-graft rally, scheduled for Jan 25, will proceed as planned despite police warnings. Participants are to gather in front of the Sogo Shopping Centre before marching to Dataran Merdeka.

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail and government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil defended the authorities.

However, critics said the rally would be taking place in public spaces, thus no permission from the venue owner is needed.

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