Melaka state election: Anwar's PH, Muhyiddin's Bersatu avoid clashes in 4 seats as candidates confirmed
Analysts say Melaka could serve as a testing ground to see whether Bersatu can help Pakatan Harapan win over Malay voters ahead of Malaysia's next general election.
Melaka state election campaign kicks off, candidates confirmed for 28 seats. PH and Bersatu avoid direct contests in four seats. Analysts suggest PH and Bersatu are informally cooperating. BN and PN expected to retain control of Melaka after recent state elections. PH to contest in 24 seats, Bersatu in seven seats. BN will contest 23 seats in a partnership with PN.
MCA initially opposed the alliance but reached an agreement. Bersatu aims to forge its own political path after falling out with PAS. PH avoids fielding candidates in four seats contested by Bersatu. Some political parties oppose cooperation due to past disputes. PH and Bersatu are testing their relationship ahead of the 2028 general election.
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