Umno credibility at risk from TH, Felda controversies, analyst warns

Controversies surrounding Tabung Haji (TH) and Felda are likely to dent Umno's credibility, though the political impact will depend largely on generational divides, according to a senior political analyst.

Hisommudin Bakar from the Ilham Centre said age would be a determining factor in shaping how the public interprets the two issues and their implications for the party. Different age groups may respond differently to the controversies based on their historical experiences and engagement with these institutions.

The analyst's assessment suggests that while both TH and Felda matters pose reputational risks to Umno, the party's core voter base and younger demographics may view the controversies through contrasting lenses. This generational divergence could influence overall public sentiment toward the party across Malaysia's diverse electorate.

The comments come as Umno seeks to manage fallout from mounting concerns over the governance and financial health of both institutions, which have deep historical connections to the party's political base.