Malaysians are struggling with rising living costs and voters used the Negeri Sembilan state election to send a clear message to the government by backing the Barisan Nasional (BN)-Perikatan Nasional (PN) alliance, former DAP parliamentarian Charles Santiago said. In a statement reflecting on the outcome of the 16th Negeri Sembilan state election, Santiago said the result should not be viewed merely as a political contest but as a referendum on the economic hardships faced by ordinary Malaysians. He cited a July survey by Vodus, which found that 55% of Negeri Sembilan voters identified the cost of living as their biggest concern, followed by jobs and wages (34%), and housing affordability (26%). It is a warning that economic hardship, broken promises and political arrogance will eventually catch up with any government.” READ MORE: [Unofficial] BN-PN Reclaims Negeri Sembilan With Commanding 25-Seat VictoryShare your thoughts with us via TRP’s Facebook, X, Instagram, or Threads.