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Amanah president Mat Sabu has dismissed concerns about the party's decision to field a Chinese candidate in the Permas constituency, framing the move as consistent with the party's multi-ethnic vision.
Amanah president Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu has defended fielding Sharon Teo Siew Hui, a non-Malay candidate, in the Permas constituency for the upcoming Johor election, brushing aside a boycott by the party's Pasir Gudang division.
Perikatan Nasional's deputy chairman P. Punithan has firmly rejected viral posts falsely claiming the coalition intends to boycott the forthcoming Johor state election, calling the allegations entirely baseless.
Parti Pejuang Tanah Air has joined Perikatan Nasional, marking part of a wider political consolidation effort to unite opposition forces and address mounting national issues, according to party leader Mukhriz Mahathir.
Urimai chairman Ramasamy warns that Perikatan Nasional's failure to address Bersatu's position in the coalition during an emergency meeting will perpetuate the opposition bloc's internal instability, particularly given escalating friction with PAS.
Perikatan Nasional has firmly rejected allegations circulating online that the opposition coalition plans to withdraw from three forthcoming state elections, labelling the claim as unfounded misinformation.
Perikatan Nasional will conclude negotiations on seat distribution across Johor constituencies at a special assembly today, determining which coalition partners contest which seats in the upcoming state election.
Perikatan Nasional held an emergency Supreme Council meeting to discuss broader coalition matters and potential new membership, but deliberately avoided addressing Bersatu's specific position within the opposition alliance, according to party chief Muhyiddin.
Party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has firmly rejected suggestions that Bersatu might leave Perikatan Nasional, declaring the party's commitment to the opposition coalition is enduring and unconditional.
Johor Amanah has expressed confidence ahead of the July 11 state election, targeting a minimum of six seats from the ten constituencies it is contesting in the state's northern zone.
Pakatan Harapan's leadership says it will determine its Johor Menteri Besar candidate only after securing election victory, rejecting premature announcements and focusing campaign efforts on winning state power.
The Registrar of Societies has formally confirmed the leadership transition within Perikatan Nasional, establishing that Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar is now the coalition's chairman. All activities and meetings conducted under the PN banner must secure his prior approval.
Amanah is introducing 13 first-time candidates as part of its 19-strong slate for the Johor state election on July 11, signalling the party's strategy to refresh its political representation in the state.
In a shift that could reshape Johor's electoral landscape, PKR has announced plans to field a candidate for the Puteri Wangsa state constituency, overriding assertions by Johor Amanah that the seat belongs within its purview.
Bersatu's information chief has publicly called for Pas to withdraw from Perikatan Nasional, proposing the Islamic party either operate independently or establish a separate coalition.
Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi has challenged the opposition's capability to lead the state, questioning their election preparations and absence of a declared menteri besar candidate.
The Democratic Action Party will formally announce its slate of candidates for the forthcoming Johor state election this evening, marking a key milestone in the party's campaign strategy.
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Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has reaffirmed the party's position within Perikatan Nasional, asserting that membership cannot be withdrawn without formal procedures and consent from all coalition partners.
Perikatan Nasional has removed Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali and Datuk Dr Mohd Radzi Md Jidin from their leadership positions within the coalition, marking a significant restructuring at the upper echelons of the opposition alliance.
Several opposition lawmakers, including Hamzah, were observed at PAS headquarters in what analysts say reflects intensifying political manoeuvring within the Perikatan Nasional coalition following PAS's recent break with Bersatu.
PAS convened senior party leaders at its Kuala Lumpur headquarters for an opposition parliamentary strategy session, signalling deepening divisions with coalition partner Bersatu over political direction.