Despite the scorching heat, more than 1,000 people thronged the streets from the Sogo shopping complex to Dataran Merdeka, participating in the anti-Goods and Services Tax (GST) rally.
The rally, which also demands for the resignation of Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak, witnessed a carnival-like atmosphere, with people mostly in black T-shirts walking along carrying placards showcasing their disagreement against the taxation system and the premier.
Stalls selling anti-GST and ‘Undur Najib’ merchandise lined the streets, with some also taking the opportunity to sell bottled water and snacks.
Chanting slogans like ‘Mansuh GST’ and even ‘Najib pui!’, the rally also took a different direction with chants of ‘Bebas Anwar’ and ‘Reformasi’ amidst the blare of vuvuzelas.
Rally-goers are currently milling in front of Dataran Merdeka as access to it has been blocked by police.
[More to follow]
-Mkini
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