Pakatan Harapan
Coverage of Pakatan Harapan in the Nexus archive.
- Malaysia’s Anwar deals with another split with BN in Melaka after Johor poll rout
Malaysia’s unity government faces a split with its federal partner Barisan Nasional (BN) in Melaka after Pakatan Harapan (PH) moved into opposition there, following BN’s recent electoral victory in Johor. The split stems from a constitutional amendment allowing Melaka to appoint unelected assembly members with voting rights, which PH opposed.
- In Malaysia, BN’s Johor ‘blue wave’ leaves Anwar’s PH facing hard questions
Barisan Nasional (BN) secured 48 out of 56 seats in Johor, surpassing its 2022 result, while Pakatan Harapan (PH) won only eight seats. The victory is expected to strengthen BN within the unity government led by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and prompt PH to address its declining public appeal.
- Johor election: where winning isn’t enough for Malaysia’s Barisan Nasional
Voters in Malaysia’s southern state of Johor will cast their ballots in an election expected to bring Barisan Nasional (BN) back to power. The contest against Pakatan Harapan (PH) highlights tensions within Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s administration, as BN, part of his unity government, faces a rival federal partner in the state.
- Is Johor ready for new power balance? Malaysia’s Loke implores voters to curb BN dominance
Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony Loke urges voters in Johor to reduce Barisan Nasional (BN) dominance to achieve a better power balance, aiming to strengthen ties with Singapore. He leads the Chinese-majority Democratic Action Party (DAP), part of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s Pakatan Harapan (PH) coalition.
- How Bersama could cost Malaysia’s Anwar the Johor poll
Bersama, led by Rafizi Ramli, may siphon votes from Pakatan Harapan in Johor's election, potentially affecting Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's coalition. Analysts warn about vote loss in multi-cornered contests despite Bersama's limited credibility as a third force.
- Malaysia’s Upcoming State Elections: Allies Are Rivals Again
Malaysia’s upcoming state elections feature a rivalry between the Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional coalitions, despite their partnership at the federal level.
- Can Malaysia’s unity government survive a major BN win in state polls?
Malaysia's unity government faces potential instability as Barisan Nasional (BN) competes against Pakatan Harapan (PH) in state polls in Johor and Negeri Sembilan. A BN victory could pressure Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to call an early election, risking reconfiguration of the political landscape.
- Ethnic rifts flare in Malaysia as Johor polls threaten stability of Anwar’s unity coalition
Ethnic divisions are intensifying in Malaysia ahead of the Johor state election, with the Malay-nationalist Barisan Nasional challenging the Chinese-majority Democratic Action Party. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's coalition faces instability as political rivals within his government clash.
- Snap polls in Malaysia’s Johor test Umno comeback bid and Anwar’s ruling alliance
Malaysia’s Johor state dissolved its legislature, triggering an election within 60 days to test the political comeback of Umno-led Barisan Nasional (BN) and challenge Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s Pakatan Harapan (PH) alliance. The election will see BN and PH competing directly in Johor, a historical BN stronghold.
- Malaysia’s Coalition Tensions Deepen as Anwar Floats Snap Poll
Malaysia's coalition is experiencing deepening tensions as Anwar Ibrahim floats a snap poll, indicating potential instability in the government. Anwar Ibrahim is a key figure in Malaysian politics. The situation may lead to significant changes in the country's leadership.