KJ: Melaka BN-PN cooperation springboard to recapture Putrajaya

On the eve of the 16th General Election, Khairy Jamaluddin emphasized that the recent political alignment between Barisan Nasional (BN) and Perikatan Nasional (PN) in Melaka is a vital step towards unifying Malay-Muslim sentiments. The coalition's ambition extends beyond state governance, aiming to influence federal politics. For Khairy, the stakes in Melaka go beyond the selection of assemblymen or the formation of the state government.

He expressed hope that the electoral victory in Melaka would lead to a nationwide "blue wave," ultimately capturing the federal capital, Putrajaya.

Following a joint electoral tour in Negri Sembilan, Khairy reiterated that Melaka serves as a testing ground to verify whether the alliance of Umno and Pas can effectively translate into votes at the polls. To achieve success, he advised constituents to vote across coalition lines, based on seat assignments. BN supporters were urged to support Pas candidates in specific districts such as Bukit Katil, while Pas members were encouraged to back BN in Duyong.

Khairy stressed that merely declaring such cooperation is insufficient; it must be substantiated. He dismissed concerns that the pact between the Malay-majority parties would exclude non-Malay and non-Muslim communities, clarifying that the alliance comprises multiracial elements from various parties, including MCA, MIC, and Gerakan.

He affirmed that the BN-PN coalition is not exclusively for Malays but represents the future of Malaysia.