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The issue of rising diesel prices puts pressure on multiple layers of costs, which are ultimately borne by the people.

The return of Khairy Jamaluddin (left) and Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein (two, left) to Umno could strengthen the party ahead of the elections, says a political analyst.

MCA president Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong

Umno president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, in his speech, invited all parties in coalition that were feeling disaffected to remain and strengthen BN. - Bernama photo

Dr Anuar Ahmad

Wee added that the rejection of Pas among non-Muslim communities has intensified since the party ended its cooperation with the DAP nearly a decade ago. - Photo source: Wee Ka Siong/FB

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Political analyst Mujibu Abd Muis said the traditional support of the Chinese and Indian communities for MCA and MIC had already eroded since the 2008 political tsunami, making it difficult for both parties to make a comeback.

Zambry said Malaysia hosts international students from more than 150 countries, including in private institutions of higher learning, in line with its internationalisation policy. - Bernama photo

MCA Secretary-General, Datuk Chong Sin Woon said that if "double-loss" formula is maintained, MCA's role in BN would effectively be gone and, at that point, an exit would be justified.