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Political analysts caution that the Barisan Nasional-Perikatan Nasional alliance must quickly resolve seat distributions and determine a prime ministerial candidate to ensure electoral success.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Zahid Hamidi has publicly acknowledged PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang's decision to instruct the party to support BN candidates in the Negeri Sembilan state election, while confirming a mutual arrangement.
Pahang DAP chief Lee Chin Chen has questioned whether Perikatan Nasional's election director is genuinely engaging with non-Malay voters or merely using his mixed heritage as a shield against racism accusations.
Bersatu president Muhyiddin has pushed back against criticism from Khaled, who accused the party of meddling in elections. Muhyiddin argued that all political parties contest elections with winning as their primary objective.
Pakatan Harapan is adjusting its campaign strategy for the upcoming Negeri Sembilan state election, acknowledging weakened support among Malay voters following its poor showing in Johor's recent polls.
Penang's Pakatan Harapan coalition has ordered all subcommittees to submit progress reports by early August as it prepares for the next general election, focusing on addressing weaknesses and leveraging strengths.