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Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has appealed to all competing parties to avoid rehashing historical grievances during the Johor state election campaign, urging a mature political contest centred on candidates' capabilities and policy offerings.
PAS deputy Amar Abdullah has flagged Bersama as a potential challenger for the support of younger Malaysian voters, suggesting the party's fresh political approach could appeal to first-time electors.
PAS leadership has flagged the rise of new political parties targeting young voters as a significant competitive challenge heading into the next general election, reflecting shifts in Malaysia's electoral landscape.