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Umno information chief Azalina Othman says the Barisan Nasional-Perikatan Nasional alliance in Negeri Sembilan will not threaten the stability of Malaysia's federal unity government, emphasizing that state-level politics operate independently.
Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh argues that grassroots division leaders should have meaningful input into seat allocation decisions arising from Barisan Nasional's political understanding with Perikatan Nasional.
Umno's secretary-general has reassured Malaysians that Barisan Nasional's cooperative arrangement with Perikatan Nasional in Negri Sembilan will not compromise the coalition's longstanding dedication to representing all communities across the nation.
Pakatan Harapan has signalled readiness to face potential cooperation between Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional in the upcoming Negeri Sembilan state election, with DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke emphasizing the coalition's focus on internal unity.
Bersatu has voiced disappointment over Pas engaging in political discussions with Barisan Nasional independently, sidelining other Perikatan Nasional members before the Negri Sembilan state election.
Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin has called on Bersatu members to support Barisan Nasional in elections, pointing to PAS's similar political realignment as precedent for cooperation.