About 400 delegates from Penang, Kedah, and Perlis attended an engagement session with Democratic Action Party (DAP) secretary-general Anthony Loke Siew Fook and Central Executive Committee leaders in George Town on the evening of August 12, 2026 [1, 2, 3].
The session provided a platform for delegates to exchange views on party affairs, national issues, and the party's future direction ahead of the DAP National Congress scheduled for August 16 in Putrajaya [1, 2, 3]. Delegates are expected to deliberate on DAP's position and role within the Unity Government at the congress [1, 2, 3].
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the meeting aimed to "strengthen unity among members before the congress." He also expressed gratitude, saying, "A heartfelt thank you to Loke, party leaders, delegates and comrades from the northern region for their participation and valuable insights" [1].
The engagement session follows Perak DAP’s recent decision to remain in the Unity Government until the current parliamentary term ends. Perak DAP chairman Nga Kor Ming cited political stability and continuity of reforms as reasons to stay in government [1, 2, 3]. He said staying would allow the party "to continue contributing to policy-making while fulfilling its mandate to voters" [1, 2, 3].
The party leadership is expected to build on these discussions as the National Congress in Putrajaya approaches on August 16, where key policy and strategic decisions will be finalized [1, 2, 3].
