THE Democratic Action Party (DAP) stands as one of Malaysia’s most significant and polarising political parties. Born in 1965 as an offshoot of Singapore’s People’s Action Party (PAP), it has faced a tumultuous journey marked by accusations of being anti-Malay and anti-Malay nationalism.
This label, deeply rooted in the DAP’s beginnings and its association with the PAP, has been a persistent thorn in its side.
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Ivanpal Singh Grewal
Ivanpal Singh Grewal is an advocate & solicitor. He was formerly political secretary to the Plantation and Commodities minister.
