Tian Chua Thinks Anwar Will Dissolve Parliament In 2026

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FORMER PKR strongman, Tian Chua, believes Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim may dissolve Parliament and call for snap general elections in 2026.
He links the speculation to the Melaka state elections, which must be held by February 2027, prompting a possible early dissolution of the state assembly in 2026.
“There is talk that Anwar will also dissolve the federal Parliament because it is too expensive to hold state and federal elections separately,” Chua told a portal.
The portal also says Anwar is expected to start talking about reformasi soon, with analysts adding that Anwar might prefer holding federal and state elections simultaneously to reduce costs.
Johor may also follow suit despite having until June 2027 for its polls.
Meanwhile, Anwar’s government has started implementing promised reforms, including reducing the eligibility period for foreign spouses to apply for permanent residency from five to three years, for one.
Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution, seen as a henchman of Anwar, also promised clearer guidelines for safer rallies in the country.
It is a u-turn from the Madani government after attempts to crackdown on students who were holding a rally against corruption at Sogo last week.
The speculation around the potential dissolution of Parliament in Malaysia, particularly in alignment with state elections in Melaka and Johor, reflects strategic political maneuvering by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s administration.
Note that the general election (GE16) is constitutionally due by February 2028. Holding it next year is a strategy that could be aimed at capitalising on current political momentum or to preempt any opposition surge.
Also, the state elections in Melaka and Johor are often seen as bellwethers for national sentiment, making their timing alongside a general election tactically significant.
Anwar’s decision might be influenced by the need to secure a strong mandate, especially after a period of political instability with multiple prime ministers in quick succession.
Holding elections with state polls could potentially increase voter turnout, leveraging the regional political machinery of Pakatan Harapan and its allies for better electoral outcomes.
The unity government, which includes Pakatan Harapan, Barisan Nasional, and other parties from East Malaysia, would need to maintain its cohesion.
Speculations about early elections tests the stability and commitment of this coalition, especially with the backdrop of internal party politics and potential shifts in voter allegiance.
Meanwhile, PN, led by former Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin, and other opposition parties would likely prepare for this scenario.
The opposition has shown strength in Malay-majority areas in past elections, and how they organise and campaign will influence the outcome of GE16.
The decision to call early elections would also consider public sentiment, economic performance, and Anwar’s promise of reforms.
An early election might be seen as a vote of confidence in his administration’s ability to deliver on these fronts. — Focus Malaysia

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