Overview

• The opposition coalition Perikatan Nasional, led by PAS, mobilized thousands with endorsements from former prime ministers Mahathir Mohamad and Muhyiddin Yassin.
• Gatherings began at four assembly points including Masjid Negara and Central Market before converging on Dataran Merdeka.
• Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim ordered the Royal Malaysia Police to facilitate the demonstration, resulting in a deployment of more than 2,000 officers.
• Civil servants were officially barred by the Chief Secretary and the Attorney-General’s Chambers, with disciplinary action threatened for non-compliance.
• Participants highlighted economic grievances over expanded sales and service taxes, rising electricity rates and reduced fuel subsidies.