Selangor voters can judge PAS by SG4, says analyst

Analyst Akademi Nusantara's Azmi Hassan suggests Selangor voters can assess PAS's governance potential by examining the party's performance in the SG4 - Perlis, Kedah, Kelantan, and Terengganu. These states have been governed by PAS since November 2022, with PAS leading Perlis from 2022 to 2025. Selangor has been under Pakatan Harapan (PH) rule since 2008.

Hassan emphasizes that voters should consider the economic achievements, performance, and future direction of these states led by PAS. Kedah, Kelantan, and Terengganu are currently under PAS leadership, while Perlis had been under PAS rule until December 2025. Selangor has been ruled by PH since 2008. Analysts previously indicated that a Barisan Nasional (BN)-PN pact could challenge PH's dominance in Selangor, as the two coalitions could unite Malay voters and take the state.

PAS election director Sanusi Nor stated that securing Selangor from PH would be crucial for ousting the coalition from Putrajaya in the 16th general election. PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man argued that his party's experience in governing other states should suffice. Syaza Shukri of International Islamic University Malaysia emphasized the need for a concrete policy plan to convince voters, the business community, and investors about PAS's direction.

However, she noted that PAS is more focused on mobilizing existing supporters rather than presenting detailed policies. Universiti Teknologi Malaysia's Mazlan Ali stressed that a policy plan is essential for PAS, as the Malay electorate in Selangor, particularly in urban and semi-urban areas, prioritizes practical aspects such as the economy, housing, transport, and education.

Although a BN-PN alliance could consolidate Malay votes, most Malay voters in Selangor would likely prioritize these practical issues.