Analysts predict ‘civil war’ over Malay seats as Wawasan, Pejuang join PN
The expansion of the Perikatan Nasional (PN) coalition in Malaysia to include Wawasan and Pejuang has sparked concerns among analysts regarding internal competition for Malay-majority seats. Experts warn that this move could lead to a 'civil war' during seat negotiations, as the new members overlap with the electoral base of existing coalition partner Bersatu.
Why it matters
This internal friction threatens the stability of the PN coalition and could significantly alter the electoral landscape in Malaysia's upcoming general election.
Share They say the new PN components will eat into Bersatu's role and electoral ground as major coalition parties chase the same voter base. PN expanded its membership to six parties by formally admitting Wawasan and Pejuang. (Facebook pic) PETALING JAYA : The expansion of Perikatan Nasional (PN) to include Parti Wawasan Negara and Pejuang could intensify competition over Malay-majority seats ahead of the next general election, with analysts warning that seat negotiations could turn into a “civil war”. Ahmad Zaharuddin Sani Ahmad Sabri. Ahmad Zaharuddin Sani Ahmad Sabri of Global Asia Consulting said the development could put the Muhyiddin Yassin-led Bersatu in a difficult position, as it now had to share electoral ground with parties made up largely of its former members.
The report presents the perspectives of multiple political analysts regarding coalition dynamics without taking a side.
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