The clock is ticking

Growing gossip: There are many factors that may lead to some elections being called sooner than expected. — ZULAZHAR SHEBLEE/ The Star

IN MALAYSIAN politics, the only thing more certain than change is the perpetual rumour of an impending election. My political bubble is buzzing with the question: when is GE16 (the 16th General Election)?

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil recently attempted to dismiss the feverish gossip. Speaking to the press, Fahmi said it is unlikely there will be any move to hold GE16 this year. As the Pakatan Harapan communications director, he emphasised that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has given no indication of an early poll, and that the administration’s focus must remain firmly on resolving the rakyat’s economic woes.