Tag: Barisan Nasional (BN)

Melaka Polls: PH Remains Open To Negotiations, Ready To Go Solo – Amirudin

GOMBAK, August 30 2026, Pakatan Harapan (PH) is always prepared for any eventuality in the Melaka state election, including contesting on its own should negotiations on cooperation with Barisan Nasional (BN) fail to reach an agreement. PH election director Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said, however, that sufficient room should be given to the party leadership […]

Melaka PKR To Announce State Election Candidates Earlier

MELAKA, August 30 2026, Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) Melaka plans to announce its candidates for the upcoming state election earlier to give its new faces sufficient time to be fully prepared before facing voters. Acting chairman of the Melaka PKR Leadership Council Adam Adli Abdul Halim said the candidate selection process is undergoing several stages […]

Melaka BN Firm On Defending 21 Seats In State Polls

ALOR GAJAH, August 27 2026 Melaka Barisan Nasional (BN) will defend all 21 State Legislative Assembly seats won by the coalition in the upcoming state election. Melaka BN chairman Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh, stressing the matter, said it was non-negotiable and the foremost condition that any party must comply with if it wished to […]

PH-BN To Decide Melaka Polls Strategy By Sept 16 – Amirudin

PUTRAJAYA, August 27 2026, Pakatan Harapan (PH) and Barisan Nasional (BN) are expected to decide on the direction of their cooperation for the Melaka state election before Malaysia Day on Sept 16, PKR election director Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said. Amirudin, who is also Selangor Menteri Besar, said discussions were still at an early stage, with […]

Melaka Polls: Amirudin Given Mandate To Work Out Possible PH-BN Cooperation – Anwar

SERDANG, August 25 2026, Pakatan Harapan (PH) election director Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari has been given the mandate to work out the details of proposed cooperation between the coalition and Barisan Nasional (BN) for the Melaka state election, said PH chairman Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar, who is also the Prime Minister, said Amirudin had […]

Melaka Polls: UMNO To Discuss Political Direction At Aug 28 MT Meeting

MELAKA, Aug 20 2026 UMNO’s political direction, including whether to cooperate with other parties or go solo in the Melaka state election, will be discussed at the UMNO Supreme Council (MT) meeting on Aug 28. UMNO Supreme Council member Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Maslan said the meeting, to be chaired by president Datuk Seri Dr […]

‘PBN’ Proposal Never Officially Discussed by PN and BN – Sanusi

'PBN' Proposal Never Officially Discussed by PN and BN - Sanusi

JEMPOL, July 24 — Perikatan Nasional (PN) Election Director Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor has dismissed suggestions that the coalition’s cooperation with Barisan Nasional (BN) could be rebranded as Perikatan Barisan Nasional (PBN), saying the idea has never been formally discussed by the leadership of either coalition. Speaking to reporters after the PN-BN Grand […]

Khairy Jamaluddin Continues Johor Campaign Tour, Rallies Support for BN Candidates Ahead of PRN

JOHOR – Former Cabinet minister Khairy Jamaluddin continued his campaign tour across several constituencies in Johor today, joining Barisan Nasional candidates in meeting voters, engaging with local communities and strengthening the party’s campaign machinery ahead of the state election. Khairy said the tour was aimed at standing together with BN candidates and supporting their efforts to serve the people throughout the campaign period. His campaign activities began in N.08 Bukit Pasir, where he joined BN candidate Mohamad Fazli Salleh for the “Relaxing Chat With KJ” programme, providing an opportunity for direct engagement with residents. He then moved to N.13 Simpang Jeram to accompany BN candidate Datuk Azman Ismail through the “Talk Relax With KJ” session, before continuing to N.19 Yong Peng alongside Ling Tian Soon, also known as Ah Soon, for the “Hang Out With KJ” programme. Khairy also visited N.30 Paloh and N.31 Kahang, where he campaigned together with BN candidates Lee Ting Han and V. Rugendran through the “KJ Sapot Sembrong” programme. Expressing his appreciation, Khairy thanked the people who attended the programmes and gave their support throughout the campaign tour. “Thank you to everyone who attended and provided support throughout the campaign tour today,” he said. Khairy added that he would continue his field visits in the coming days to meet more voters and assist BN candidates throughout the Johor state election campaign. “Insya-Allah, I will continue to go to the field tomorrow to meet as many people as possible and help the National Front candidates throughout the PRN campaign this time,” he said. -- MINUTESMY

JOHOR – Former Cabinet minister Khairy Jamaluddin continued his campaign tour across several constituencies in Johor today, joining Barisan Nasional candidates in meeting voters, engaging with local communities and strengthening the party’s campaign machinery ahead of the state election. Khairy said the tour was aimed at standing together with BN candidates and supporting their efforts […]

Johor Polls: Ahmad Daniel Ready To Unlock Panti’s Hidden Potential

KOTA TINGGI, July 8  -- With its unique natural attractions that have yet to be fully explored, Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidate Ahmad Daniel Sharudin is determined to transform the Panti state seat into one of the district’s leading eco-tourism destinations if given the mandate in the upcoming Johor state election. Ahmad Daniel, 54, said that revitalising the eco-tourism sector would not only help preserve the constituency’s natural heritage but also serve as a catalyst for local economic growth, particularly benefiting small business owners and the local community. The former Kota Tinggi District Council (MDKT) member said that the Panti state seat is home to valuable natural gems, including the rapids at Kampung Temenin, which have significant potential to be upgraded and developed into an attractive destination for both domestic and international visitors. “In Kota Tinggi, we are well known for our waterfalls. In Panti, however, we have beautiful natural rapids that remain largely untapped and require upgrading and rebranding. “Insya-Allah, if we are given the mandate, we will improve the infrastructure there without compromising the original ecosystem, while creating another healthy recreational destination for both the local community and tourists,” he told Bernama. The Johor-born candidate, who has a background in civil engineering, said sustainable eco-tourism development could also address another pressing issue in the constituency - the lack of quality employment opportunities for young people. He said the limited economic activity in the area has forced some youths to seek employment outside the district, with some even crossing into Singapore in search of better job opportunities. “Once the tourism sector flourishes, related industries such as homestays, restaurants and tour guide services will also grow, creating new business and employment opportunities for local youths,” he said. In addition to his tourism agenda, Ahmad Daniel, who is also the state Amanah’s Syariah and Dakwah Bureau director, outlined three other key priorities in his manifesto: providing affordable housing, creating employment opportunities in the industrial sector, and upgrading ageing public infrastructure. He described these plans as realistic and achievable, citing his political alignment with the current federal government administration as an advantage in facilitating their implementation. On his campaign efforts, the Tenggara Amanah division chief said his team is now operating at full capacity, having successfully conducted face-to-face outreach in nearly 80 per cent of the Panti state constituency. He acknowledged that the vast geographical size of the Panti state seat presents a challenge for his team to physically cover the entire constituency with only four days remaining before polling day. Nevertheless, he remains optimistic that his message and campaign pledges will reach all voters through a final campaign push that makes aggressive use of social media platforms. “For the remainder of the campaign period, we will further strengthen our digital strategy through social media to ensure our message reaches voters across all age groups,” he said. Ahmad Daniel is set to face a three-cornered contest against Dr Muhammad Naqib Md Ghazali of Barisan Nasional (BN) and Alias Rasman of Perikatan Nasional (PN). The 16th Johor state election will see 172 candidates contesting 56 state seats, with the outcome to be decided by 2.7 million eligible voters this Saturday (July 11). -- BERNAMA 

KOTA TINGGI, July 8  — With its unique natural attractions that have yet to be fully explored, Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidate Ahmad Daniel Sharudin is determined to transform the Panti state seat into one of the district’s leading eco-tourism destinations if given the mandate in the upcoming Johor state election. Ahmad Daniel, 54, said that […]

Johor Polls: PH, BN Adopt Different Strategies, Bank On Distinct Strengths

JOHOR BAHRU, July 6  -- Campaigning for the 16th Johor State Election, now in its second week, has seen the two main political coalitions intensify their groundwork to reach out to the voters, with each banking on its own unique approaches to win the people's hearts. Pakatan Harapan (PH) and Barisan Nasional (BN), both fielding candidates in all 56 state seats, are opting for different campaign strategies and policy offerings ahead of the Saturday (July 11) polling day. PH is emphasising policy agendas and solutions that address the daily concerns of the people, while BN is leveraging on the strength of its party network and the presence of several high-profile political figures to boost campaign momentum. Dr Mohammad Tawfik Yaakub, a political analyst from Universiti Malaya, said PH's strategy is more focused on convincing voters through its policy offerings that address issues related to cost of living, income growth, access to affordable housing, human capital development and a more equitable distribution of economic benefits. He said the approach reflects PH's efforts to advance the narrative that Johor's development should not be measured solely by investment figures or economic growth, but instead be translated into tangible benefits that can be felt directly by the people. "PH is trying to convince voters that Johor's development should not merely be about investment figures but must result in better wages, affordable housing, quality employment opportunities and better guaranteed welfare for the people,” he told Bernama. "PH has unveiled its manifesto, titled "Johor For All”, which outlines a comprehensive action plan to address these critical issues, including focusing on integrated strategies to increase domestic wage levels, as well as ensuring investment returns are directly translated into improving the welfare and quality of life of the people of Johor as a whole. Meanwhile, observations at the BN camp show that the coalition has started aggressively leveraging the return of two well-known personalities: former UMNO vice-president Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein and former UMNO Youth chief  Khairy Jamaluddin (KJ), who both rejoined UMNO through the 'Rumah Bangsa’ initiative. Commenting on the re-emergence of former BN leaders in the state polls, Muhammad Tawfik said that in the current political landscape, voters have become increasingly discerning and are no longer easily influenced by the mere presence of prominent political figures at campaign talks (ceramah). "Voters today are more critical. They not only see who is delivering campaign speeches, but also evaluate whether the party has clear policy offerings, credible candidates and policies that address the people's concerns,” he said. Meanwhile, Ilham Centre chief researcher Assoc Prof Dr Mohd Yusry Ibrahim said Hishammuddin's active participation in this election campaign could very well reconvince some of the UMNO supporters who had previously become disillusioned with or distanced themselves from the party. The Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) lecturer also said that Hishammuddin still has a major influence in Johor, which could help revive support for BN, especially among the coalition's traditional supporters. Mohd Yusry added that Khairy's presence could also swing the advantage in BN's favour as it strives to reach out to younger voters, since he is one of the political figures who consistently enjoys positive support among that demographic. "KJ has consistently been a popular figure among the younger voters. His return has helped BN's campaign quite a bit, and it could spark an interest among a segment of voters that UMNO and BN had previously struggled to reach,” he said. According to him, voting patterns among young people have become increasingly fluid, as they no longer display the strong party loyalty seen in previous generations. "Young voters generally are not loyal to any party. They are more attracted to public figures they recognise, follow and feel connected to. That's why the candidate factor is becoming increasingly crucial to determining the voting inclination of this group,” he said. The Johor state election will see 172 candidates contesting 56 seats. Polling will be held on Saturday (July 11), while early voting is scheduled for July 7. -- BERNAMA

JOHOR BAHRU, July 6  — Campaigning for the 16th Johor State Election, now in its second week, has seen the two main political coalitions intensify their groundwork to reach out to the voters, with each banking on its own unique approaches to win the people’s hearts. Pakatan Harapan (PH) and Barisan Nasional (BN), both fielding […]