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Bersatu's information chief has publicly criticised PAS for consolidating control within Perikatan Nasional, alleging the Islamist party is displaying increasingly authoritarian behaviour during recent coalition restructuring.
Johor's PAS leadership has signalled readiness to contest upcoming state elections independently, dismissing reliance on partner Bersatu and expressing confidence in expanding its electoral footprint.
Several opposition MPs, including prominent figures, were observed meeting at PAS headquarters as political realignment intensifies within Perikatan Nasional following PAS's recent decision to sever ties with Bersatu.
A Pas parliamentarian has cautioned Bersatu against running independent campaigns in Johor and Negri Sembilan state elections, arguing that divided opposition efforts would strengthen Pakatan Harapan's electoral prospects.
Escalating disputes between PAS and Bersatu threaten to destabilise the Perikatan Nasional coalition, potentially undermining its electoral competitiveness in the upcoming 16th general election.
Political analysts warn that Perikatan Nasional faces potential collapse as tensions between PAS and Bersatu intensify into what observers describe as a damaging internal struggle threatening the coalition's viability.
PAS has branded Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin's announcement that Bersatu will contest Johor and Negri Sembilan state elections under the Perikatan Nasional logo as a premature decision that lacked proper consultation.
PAS and Bersatu are locked in a struggle for dominance within Perikatan Nasional, with political analysts suggesting the coalition's brand holds stronger voter appeal than either party operating independently.