Loke’s polls defeat puts DAP at crossroads, say analysts
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Lim Guan Eng's faction could be strengthened, forcing DAP into making a decision on its future direction.
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James Chin of the University of Tasmania said Loke’s loss of the Chennah seat after three terms would give Lim’s camp an opening to regain influence in the party after Loke succeeded Lim as secretary-general in 2022.
“Loke’s defeat is a big entry point for Guan Eng to come back,” he told FMT.
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