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Mohd Khuzzan Abu Bakar is the Pakatan Harapan (PKR) candidate for the Semerah state seat in the 16th Johor State Election. Here is a profile of the candidate and the contest ahead of polling day on July 11, 2026.
Live coverage of the Pulai Sebatang seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
PKR's Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Karim has cautioned against an early general election, arguing the government should remain in office until late 2027 or early 2028 to demonstrate the effectiveness of its economic initiatives.
The Barisan Nasional candidate for Jeram Padang has refused a debate challenge from PKR rival G Manivannan, arguing that voters in Kuala Langat have already rendered their verdict against the opposition politician.
PKR vice-president Datuk Chang Lih Kang has condemned remarks by Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor as inappropriate and potentially hurtful, calling for greater political sensitivity during campaigns.
PKR leader Saifuddin Ibrahim has rejected performative competition over Malay and Islamic credentials, arguing voters should assess parties on their track record of delivering governance and practical outcomes for Malaysians.
A PKR official has acknowledged imprecision in his language regarding Sanusi Nor's speech while reaffirming the essential thrust of his interpretation, contending that linguistic quibbling deflects from the actual content.
Parti Keadilan Rakyat has officially denied that businessman Datuk Seri Nicky Liow Soon Hee is a party member, following viral social media claims prompted by a photograph of him wearing an AMK shirt.
PKR secretary-general Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh has expressed satisfaction with Pakatan Harapan's campaign machinery and voter engagement strategies ahead of Negeri Sembilan's August 1 state election, citing strong public response.
PKR and Pakatan Harapan have reaffirmed respect for each coalition partner's electoral strategy decisions in Negeri Sembilan, while emphasizing their shared commitment to people-centric governance ahead of the August 1 state polls.
Negeri Sembilan's upcoming state election will feature competitive three-way races in Pertang, Klawang and Sungai Lui seats. Voting takes place August 1 following early polling on July 28.
The Pakatan Harapan coalition has announced election results in Johor, with component party DAP winning six seats while PKR and Amanah each claimed one seat victory.
Former education minister Dr Maszlee Malik is set to secure a breakthrough victory for PKR in the Johor state election at Puteri Wangsa, while Barisan Nasional has successfully penetrated opposition-held constituencies across the state.
Senior leaders from PKR and DAP were among the first voters in Johor's 16th state election on July 11, with party officials encouraging early turnout ahead of forecasted afternoon rainfall.
Johor's PKR chief has criticised Barisan Nasional for failing to support villagers confronted with eviction notices, claiming the ruling coalition abandoned its constituents during a critical moment.
A PKR politician has criticized claims that Johor election results represent public support for Najib Razak, arguing voters cannot overturn judicial decisions already made.
Negeri Semibilan PKR has lodged its candidate list for 16 seats in the state election scheduled for August 1. The party submitted multiple nominees per constituency, including women and younger aspirants, alongside its PH partners.
PKR leader Saifuddin Chalil has secured a default judgment in his defamation suit against a social media user who alleged he weaponised tax and anti-corruption agencies against a football club.