According to data from the statistics department, the Chinese community accounted for 21.1% of Melaka's citizen population in 2025.MELAKA: Chinese voters here say they intend to cast their ballots in the Nov 14 state election, though many are reluctant to disclose whom they will back, amid concern over the community’s turnout.
Speaking to FMT, voters in Bandar Hilir and Ayer Keroh described voting as a civic duty.
Lee.Lee, 58, a voter from Bandar Hilir, said he has purchased flight tickets to ensure his two Singapore-based children return home to cast their ballots.
“We need to remind them that it is our responsibility to vote. We need to encourage and educate them (on this),” he told FMT.
