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Malaysia's PAS party is targeting 11 seats in Johor, a dramatic expansion from its single victory in the 2022 state election, marking an aggressive repositioning in the southern state's political landscape.
Islamic party Amanah will introduce 13 fresh candidates from its total 19-strong slate contesting the Johor state election scheduled for July 11, marking a significant generational shift in the party's electoral approach.
The Democratic Action Party has selected Chu Poh Yee, a lawyer, to represent the coalition in Johor for the first time at state level, standing as Pakatan Harapan's candidate in Mengkibol constituency.
Perikatan Nasional's decision to elevate Hamzah Zainudin is a calculated strategic move to project a more moderate political image, according to analysts tracking the coalition's preparations for the next general election.