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PAS is targeting 11 seats in Johor's next state election, a dramatic increase from its solitary victory in 2022. The move signals the party's ambitions to establish itself as a credible opposition force in Malaysia's southern economic heartland.
Political observers view Bersatu secretary-general Azmin Ali as a crucial connector who could broker peace between his party and Pakatan Harapan, drawing on his extensive background within the opposition coalition.
Opposition figure Khaled has called for an accelerated investigation into a grenade incident at Hobart Camp, emphasizing the need for swift answers and accountability in the military safety matter.
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Perikatan Nasional has called an emergency meeting to reassess its coalition membership, organisational branding, and campaign strategies for upcoming state elections in Johor and Negeri Sembilan.
Gerakan's president has stressed the critical importance of maintaining Perikatan Nasional cohesion ahead of forthcoming state elections in Johor and Negeri Sembilan, warning against internal divisions that could weaken the coalition.
A former MCA vice-president has accused the DAP of exhibiting double standards, suggesting the opposition party adopts different positions depending on its audience.
A formal notification regarding Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin's appointment as opposition leader will be officially submitted to the Dewan Rakyat Speaker ahead of parliament's next session.
Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin will resume his position as opposition leader in the Dewan Rakyat this Monday, with Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin moving to a different seating arrangement.
Cambodia's Supreme Court has suspended the prison sentence imposed on opposition politician Rong Chhun but upheld a ban preventing him from contesting elections, marking a partial legal victory that leaves his political career circumscribed.
Hamzah Zainudin has resumed his position as opposition leader in Parliament's front row, displacing Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin, who has been relegated eight seats further along the bench.
Pas has refuted suggestions it sought to remove Bersatu from Perikatan Nasional, despite mounting strain visible between the two parties within the Opposition alliance.
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Hamzah Zainudin, former Bersatu deputy president and Larut MP, attended a PAS-hosted meeting bringing together opposition lawmakers in Kuala Lumpur, signalling continued engagement across opposition political factions.
Perikatan Nasional's chief whip has formally notified the parliament speaker that Hamzah Zainudin will assume the opposition leader role effective immediately, following agreement among 61 opposition lawmakers.
The Democratic Action Party will formally present its candidate lineup for the Johor state election in a ceremony scheduled for tonight, marking a significant step in the party's campaign preparations.
A suspended senior Bersatu figure has justified Hamzah Zainudin's appointment as opposition leader, emphasizing unified support from PAS and a majority of Bersatu parliamentarians backing the Larut MP for the position.
Senior opposition MP Hamzah was among lawmakers observed at PAS headquarters for a closed-door meeting, signalling intensified political manoeuvring as the Perikatan Nasional coalition experiences turbulence following PAS's decision to sever ties with Bersatu.
PAS has escalated tensions within the Perikatan Nasional coalition, demanding that Bersatu either remain committed to their partnership or leave to contest independently. The ultimatum reflects deepening fractures in Malaysia's opposition bloc.
PAS and Bersatu are locked in a power struggle over Perikatan Nasional's direction, with political experts noting the coalition's brand holds significantly greater appeal with voters than either party's individual symbols.
Former Damansara member of parliament Tony Pua has been reclassified from witness to suspect in a police investigation stemming from a Facebook post about the Rukun Negara. The opposition politician expects to face charges in the coming weeks.