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PAS has accepted the Johor state election results following Barisan Nasional's victory, securing 29 of 56 seats. Coalition partners Bersatu and newly-formed Bersama plan strategic reviews to strengthen their political position.
Analysts predict young and first-time voters will become pivotal in closely contested Johor state election seats, with over 1.2 million voters aged 18-39 expected to prioritise practical solutions and candidate credibility over traditional party alignment.
A political analyst recommends that PAS concentrate its efforts on capturing Umno-held seats in Negeri Sembilan, noting that many Barisan Nasional victories in the 2023 state election were won by razor-thin margins.
Around 28 Johor constituencies are shaping as crucial battlegrounds in the upcoming state election, with analysts zeroing in on contests like Johor Jaya and Kota Iskandar.