MELAKA, Nov 14 – Pakatan Harapan (PH) has accepted the outcome of the 16th Melaka State Election despite winning only four of the 24 seats it contested.
Melaka PH chairman Datuk Seri Adly Zahari said the coalition respected the people’s decision. However, he stressed that PH must review its performance and work harder to regain public confidence.
Speaking at a press conference on Saturday night, Adly said the election results offered important lessons for the coalition.
He added that PH would bring the results to its Presidential Council for a wider review. The discussion would also consider the coalition’s performance in previous state elections, including Johor and Negeri Sembilan.
PH to Review Its Election Strategy
Adly said PH would examine its manifesto, campaign plans and election promises. Through this review, the coalition hopes to understand the factors that influenced voters.
Meanwhile, he said PH had not decided whether to work with other political parties or coalitions in future elections.
He explained that several options remained open. Nevertheless, the coalition would make a decision at the appropriate time.
Adly Accepts Defeat in Bukit Katil
Adly also acknowledged his defeat in the Bukit Katil state constituency.
He said early projections showed that he was trailing by around 5,000 to 6,000 votes. According to Adly, cooperation between Barisan Nasional (BN) and Perikatan Nasional (PN) had contributed to the result.
Despite the setback, he said PH must improve its political strategy ahead of the next general election, which he expects could take place within a year.
Adly Thanks Voters and Election Workers
Meanwhile, Adly thanked Melaka voters for taking part in the election and fulfilling their democratic responsibility.
He also expressed appreciation to the Election Commission, security personnel, media representatives and polling agents.
In addition, he thanked PH candidates, campaign workers and volunteers for their efforts throughout the campaign.
Adly urged the newly elected representatives to serve everyone fairly, regardless of political differences.
He stressed that elected representatives must focus on the needs of all their constituents.
Source : BERNAMA | Rewritten By Minutesmy
