DAP leadership change brings challenges for new team

The Democratic Action Party (DAP) has undergone a significant leadership change after recent internal elections. Anthony Loke has consolidated power as the new secretary-general, while Lim Guan Eng has stepped down as chairman, now serving as an adviser. The new leadership team faces challenges in retaining their 40 parliamentary seats and appealing to Malay voters. Analysts suggest that the party must broaden its appeal beyond its traditional non-Malay base to succeed in future elections. The elections saw a younger generation of leaders emerge, with Loke and others aiming to modernize the party's approach. Despite Lim's reduced role, his influence remains, and the party's dynamics may shift depending on its performance in the next general election, due by February 2028.