Forming a stable government that lasts


Expectations: Now that the people have voted, they expect political stability, economic dynamism and social inclusion. — KALAI SELVI/The Star

For lasting political stability now that GE15 is over, we must get it right from the start, with the formation of the government.

WHEN this article was written, the outcome of the 15th General Election (GE15) was still unknown. Hence, it had the benefit of “the veil of ignorance” – the author cannot advocate certain positions only because he knows the election outcome.

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