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Bersatu has been automatically expelled from Perikatan Nasional following Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin's announcement of plans to form a new coalition. The development marks a significant shift in Malaysia's fractured opposition landscape.
Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional will maintain their electoral coalition for the forthcoming Melaka state election, building on momentum from their successful Johor campaign.
Perikatan Nasional's secretary-general disclosed that the electoral agreement between PN and Barisan Nasional for Negri Sembilan's state election was concluded merely four days ahead of the nomination deadline, highlighting the rapid political negotiations.
Perikatan Nasional has signalled willingness to allow Barisan Nasional to claim the Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar position should their electoral coalition succeed, according to state Umno leadership.
Perikatan Nasional has finalised its candidacy arrangements for Negeri Sembilan's state election, with component parties PAS, Gerakan, Wawasan, and MIPP contesting under the coalition logo. However, Bersatu's decision to field candidates independently highlights deepening cracks within the alliance.