DAP Accused of Underhanded Tactics to Undermine Malay Rights: Fact-Check Reveals Challenges

Allegations of DAP's Strategy to Diminish Malay Privileges in Malaysia On May 14, 2025, a video circulated on social media alleging that the Democratic Action Party (DAP) in Malaysia was employing underhanded tactics to eliminate the special status of the Malay community. The claims, which bear resemblance to strategies used by the People's Action Party (PAP) in Singapore, sparked immediate controversy. The video from Berita RTM investigated these allegations. The allegations were initially spread through a social media post, which was examined by the "Biar Betul" team from Berita RTM. The post suggested a parallel between the PAP's actions in Singapore and the DAP's alleged actions in Malaysia. However, DAP issued a statement refuting the accusations, emphasizing their commitment to upholding the principles of the Federal Constitution. Syahredzan Johan, a prominent figure in the DAP, stated, "DAP upholds and respects the fundamental principles of the Federal Constitution." The video also highlights the constitutional process for making changes, emphasizing that support from two-thirds of parliament members is required for any amendments to articles related to the special status of Malays, Islam, or the monarchy. This underscores the difficulty in achieving such changes without broad consensus. The video concludes by urging viewers to report any suspected misinformation to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC). The spread of false information is a crime and should be addressed, the video states. The situation highlights the importance of verifying information before sharing it. The ease with which misinformation can spread and the potential consequences underscore the need for responsible information sharing and the use of reliable sources to combat fake news.