Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim delivering the 2027 budget estimates last week. It might be his last budget before voters go to the polls, if an early general election is called. (Anwar Ibrahim Facebook pic)PETALING JAYA: The financial assistance and other benefits in the 2027 federal budget could improve public sentiment towards Pakatan Harapan, but may not translate into votes at the next general election (GE16), analysts say.
Awang Azman Pawi.Awang Azman Pawi of Universiti Malaya said public sentiment could shift with the cost of living, economic performance, leadership integrity and political developments.
"In politics, appreciation for government policies does not necessarily mean loyalty to the ruling party," he told FMT.
