Malaysia's Johor poll: Malay unity call complicates election dynamics

In Malaysia's Johor state election, former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad and the Islamist party PAS are advocating for Malay unity. They are urging voters to prioritize Malay-Muslim political power and support Malay candidates, irrespective of party affiliation. This push aims to influence traditional coalition loyalties amidst a complex electoral landscape where the ruling Barisan Nasional coalition faces challenges from Pakatan Harapan and Perikatan Nasional. AI

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• Anwar Ibrahim
• Barisan Nasional
• Johor
• Mahathir Mohamad
• Malaysia
• Pakatan Harapan
• Perikatan Nasional
• United Malays National Organisation

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