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A political analyst warns that the Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional coalition must rapidly settle disagreements over seat distribution and the prime ministerial nominee to manage the intricacies of a general election campaign.
Pahang DAP leader Lee Chin Chen has challenged PN election director Sanusi's use of his Chinese heritage as a defence against racism accusations, questioning the sincerity of such appeals to non-Malay voters.
Pakatan Harapan is recalibrating its election strategy for Negeri Sembilan after losing ground among Malay voters in Johor, with a focus on strengthening youth engagement and coordinating messaging across component parties.
Penang's Pakatan Harapan leadership has directed all party subcommittees to conduct comprehensive reviews and submit progress reports in early August, signalling intensive preparations for the upcoming general election while asserting the Unity Government remains stable.
Barisan Nasional will customise its election strategy for Negeri Sembilan based on the state's distinct demographics and voting patterns, says BN chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, with candidates to be announced this week.