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Bersatu has refuted claims it opposed Pejuang joining Perikatan Nasional, clarifying that its objections centre exclusively on Parti Cinta Malaysia's entry into the opposition coalition.
Parti Pejuang Tanah Air will represent Perikatan Nasional in the Gambir state seat during the upcoming Johor election. Parti Wawasan Negara has decided against fielding candidates in the contest.
Bersatu has rejected claims it blocked Pejuang's entry into Perikatan Nasional, instead identifying Parti Wawasan Negara as the source of internal coalition tensions.
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.
Perikatan Nasional has approved membership applications from Parti Pejuang Tanah Air and Parti Cinta Malaysia. The coalition plans to announce seat allocations for the upcoming Johor state election before nomination day on June 27.