Malaysia opposition bloc PN survives deregistration for now, but internal rifts cloud political future: Analysts
Perikatan Nasional can now contest next month’s Melaka election under its own name and symbol, after securing a temporary legal reprieve from deregistration.
Malaysia's opposition coalition Perikatan Nasional (PN) has temporarily avoided deregistration, allowing it to participate in the upcoming Melaka state election. However, analysts caution that this victory may not address the underlying concerns about the coalition's internal divisions. The Malaysian High Court stayed PN's suspension, enabling the coalition to continue its political activities while pursuing a judicial review of its cancellation of registration.
Political scientist Syaza Shukri from the International Islamic University Malaysia emphasized that surviving in name alone is not enough; the coalition must resolve its internal disputes. Tensions between PN's component parties, Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) and Parti Islam Se-Malaysia (PAS), have escalated, with PAS reportedly strengthening ties with the ruling United Malays National Organisation (UMNO). This shift could potentially weaken the BN-aligned Bersatu faction within PN.
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