A DAP leader has slammed Gerakan president Dominic Lau for comparing Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin and other leaders of the coalition to ancient Chinese poet Qu Yuan, who was known for his patriotism.

According to Seputeh MP Teresa Kok, the abominable comparison not only lacks insight but also exhibits a "blatant disregard" for the legacy and significance of Qu Yuan's contributions.

"It is evident that Dominic Lau lacks a deep understanding of...