Many young voters are fence-sitters, say political observers
Sivamurugan Pandian said most of these young voters are fence-sitters or still undecided about choosing their candidates.
Tue Nov 08 2022
GE15: UMNO, BN need to court fence-sitters aggresively - Ahmad Maslan
UMNO and Barisan Nasional (BN) need to reach out to woo fence-sitters, as it is expected that half of the voters in GE15 will be from this group.
Sat Jul 02 2022
S'wak Polls: Ba'kelalan candidates looking to convince fence-sitters
It may be a five-cornered fight for the Ba'kelalan state seat but, in reality, it is set to be a two-horse race between the GPS and PSB.
Fri Dec 17 2021
Sabah election: Fence-sitters, young voters potential king makers - Analysts
The election is one of the most keenly contested in Sabah's history, involving 447 candidates including 56 independents, GRS, Warisan Plus and eight parties.
Fri Sep 25 2020
Slim by-election: Candidates focus on undecided voters
According to Mohd Aziz, Slim state constituency has 23,094 voters with 41 per cent being voters under the age of 40, many of whom are fence sitters.
Sat Aug 22 2020
It's Election Day, But Did You Let Your Hips Sway Yesterday? And Psst... Don't Forget Your IC on Polling Day!
Fence sitters had a choice to either tune in to Ramli Sarip crooning in Langkawi or follow the Najib-Mahathir head-to-head debate – vicarious though it may be – on the last remaining hours of election
Wed May 09 2018
Opposition is jealous, worried about Najib's China visit - Salleh
"The Opposition is worried that the China visit may sway some Opposition voters and fence-sitters," Datuk Seri Salleh Said Keruak says.
Mon Nov 07 2016
Sungai Besar by-election: 40 pct fence-sitters can spring surprise - Analyst
Fence-sitters' votes will be an "incentive" for the contesting parties, particularly PAS, UKM's Datuk Samsu Adabi Mamat opines.
Sat Jun 11 2016
BN will retain its 2008 performance
Barisan Nasional (BN) is expected to retain its performance as it did in the 12th General Elections.
Wed Jan 23 2013
Umno youth wings can win over fence-sitters
Umno youth wings will need to step up its game if they plan to win over fence-sitters who will play a crucial role in deciding the outcome of the upcoming general election.
Wed Nov 28 2012
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024