PRN Melaka: Bersatu mahu tunjuk tak terdesak tapi laluan solo sukar, kata penganalisis

Bersatu competed under its own logo in the PRN election of Negeri Sembilan, reflecting the party's lack of urgency to seek allies and capitalize on its strengths, according to analysts. Mazlan Ali from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) predicts that the party's path away from the Perikatan Nasional (PN) might be challenging, based on their experience in Negeri Sembilan.

The announcement by Bersatu indicated readiness to face elections, even without formal cooperation with anyone. This bold and cautious step, without a strong push for collaboration, was not seen as eager to form partnerships. However, Mazlan Ali believes it will be difficult for Bersatu to win, as it will face both PAS and Umno in the Malay regions.

On the previous day, Bersatu Deputy Leader Azmin Ali confirmed his attendance in PRN Melaka, using the party's own logo. Former Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin's party was also contemplating and discussing potential cooperation for the upcoming election, despite previously rejecting such an idea. PAS ended its political cooperation with Bersatu in June, further straining the relationship within the PN.

Since then, Bersatu has been speculated to potentially unite with Pakatan Harapan (PH), particularly after their leadership in Melaka hosted a dinner last month. Mazlan Ali noted that PH is the most reasonable option for Bersatu to work with, given the unlikelihood of PAS and Umno becoming allies. Syaza Shukri from Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia (UIAM) also remains uncertain about whether Bersatu-PH cooperation could challenge the BN-PN majority, but it might reduce their winning margin.