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DAP leaders urge MCA to quit BN over Melaka seat allocation
Two DAP politicians have challenged the Malaysian Chinese Association to take drastic action against the Barisan Nasional seat distribution for the upcoming Melaka state election. The call reflects growing tensions within the ruling coalition over electoral arrangements.
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Chong Zhemin and Lim Chun Weng, both DAP representatives, have publicly urged MCA to withdraw from Barisan Nasional and contest the Melaka state polls independently using its own party symbol, citing dissatisfaction with the coalition's seat allocation formula.
The challenge represents an escalation of internal coalition friction ahead of the state election, with the DAP figures arguing that MCA should reject the current seat-sharing arrangements imposed by the Barisan leadership.
MCA has not immediately responded to the ultimatum. The party has traditionally been the primary Chinese-based component of Barisan Nasional, though its influence and electoral performance have declined significantly over recent electoral cycles.
The Melaka state election comes amid broader political realignment in Malaysia, with coalition partners increasingly at odds over power-sharing mechanisms and candidate selection processes. The dispute highlights persistent tensions between component parties competing for limited electoral opportunities.
The outcome of the Melaka contest is expected to influence seat negotiations for future elections across the country, making the current coalition tensions particularly significant for the broader Barisan Nasional structure.