BN-PN pact: Zahid sees path to Putrajaya, Wee fumes as ‘old friends forgotten’
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Malaysian political coalition Barisan Nasional (BN) is pursuing a partnership with PAS in Malacca to strengthen its political standing. The move has caused internal friction within BN, specifically with the MCA party, which feels sidelined by the seat allocation process.
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Shifting political alliances in Malaysia impact national stability and the distribution of power within the government.
News ✕ BN-PN pact: Zahid sees path to Putrajaya, Wee fumes as ‘old friends forgotten’ Zikri Kamarulzaman Published: Oct 24, 2026 11:30 PM BN chief Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has indicated that his coalition will be another step closer to Putrajaya if its partnership with PAS in Malacca proves fortuitous.
However, arrangements made with Perikatan Nasional by the state BN leadership have upset MCA, which complained that it was being sidelined.
In his speech at the launch of BN's candidates, Zahid said...
BN chief Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has indicated that his coalition will be another step closer to Putrajaya if its partnership with PAS in Malacca proves fortuitous.
In his speech at the launch of BN's candidates, Zahid said that both "green" (PAS) and "blue" (BN) must shed past hatred and help each other during the state election.
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