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PAS leaders in Pahang have signalled willingness to cooperate with Umno despite ongoing political tensions, leaving the door open for alliance negotiations while preparing for possible electoral confrontation.
Umno has issued a warning about external forces potentially undermining its political coalitions, with party leaders referencing historical breakdowns that have reshaped Malaysia's political landscape.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has cautioned that the emerging alliance between BN and PN represents a substantial threat to Pakatan Harapan's electoral standing, signalling potential vulnerabilities in the coalition's strongholds.
Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Akmal Saleh has challenged Pakatan Harapan Youth to apply consistent standards when demanding coalition partners leave government over electoral alliances.