Perikatan confirms using own logo for Melaka election as tensions with Bersatu mount

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 — In response to actions seen as detrimental to Perikatan Nasional's (PN) interests, the coalition has announced it will initiate disciplinary proceedings against Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu). PN Secretary-General Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan disclosed this decision at a PN Supreme Council meeting, citing Article 15 of the coalition's constitution.

According to the article, the PN Supreme Council has the power to take disciplinary action against any member party, individual, affiliated party, or associate member found to have acted against the coalition's best interests. This can include issuing a warning, suspending, or even expelling the offending party or member. The PN Supreme Council intends to present formal charges to Bersatu, granting them ample time to respond before any additional actions are taken.

Additionally, PN has decided to employ its own logo in the upcoming 16th Melaka state election. The specifics regarding the number of seats and candidates will be finalized through a series of upcoming meetings. On Oct 22, the court issued a stay on the Registrar of Societies' order suspending PN's activities, allowing the coalition to resume its normal functioning and operations.

The Election Commission has set Oct 31 for candidate nominations, Nov 10 for early voting, and Nov 14 as the polling day for the Melaka state election.