“There are comments from some politicians who speak hastily, offering half-truths and presenting them as absolute facts. Also present were Transport Minister Anthony Loke and Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar. Anwar stressed that while everyone has the right to express opinions, such views must be grounded in accurate facts. “This reflects a superficial understanding cloaked in religious references, which may appear convincing but ultimately misleads the public,” he added. Previously, PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang claimed that the people were being “deceived” by the government following the rise in oil prices in Peninsular Malaysia, while questioning why similar measures were not implemented in Sabah and Sarawak.

Source: The Edge Markets April 09, 2026 03:32 UTC