Muhyiddin says Bersatu open to pacts as Malacca Harapan confirms talks
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Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin has expressed openness to forming electoral pacts with parties that share his party's principles. This follows confirmation from Malacca Pakatan Harapan that they are in negotiations regarding a potential 'Harapan Plus' collaboration.
Why it matters
This signals a potential shift in Malaysian political alliances ahead of state polls, impacting the balance of power between major coalitions.
News ✕ Muhyiddin says Bersatu open to pacts as Malacca Harapan confirms talks Published: Sep 20, 2026 11:10 AM Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin has affirmed that his party is willing to form electoral pacts with partners who share similar ideals.
His remarks came amid Malacca Pakatan Harapan’s confirmation that it is negotiating with Bersatu and other parties on possible cooperation for the state polls.
Malacca Harapan chairperson Adly Zahari said the negotiations were being held based on...
Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin has affirmed that his party is willing to form electoral pacts with partners who share similar ideals.
Malacca Harapan chairperson Adly Zahari said the negotiations were being held based on decisions made by the Harapan presidential council and aimed at forming a “Harapan Plus” collaboration, Bernama reported yesterday.
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