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Pakatan Harapan agrees Stulang assemblyman to lead kingmaker role

The Democratic Action Party's Johor chairman confirmed the decision has been endorsed by all three component parties within the Pakatan Harapan coalition.

LSN Malaysia · 28 August 2026

Pakatan Harapan agrees Stulang assemblyman to lead kingmaker role

The Pakatan Harapan coalition in Johor has reached consensus on appointing the Stulang state assemblyman to serve as the coalition's kingmaker, according to party leadership. Democratic Action Party (DAP) Johor chairman Teo Nie Ching announced the agreement, noting that the decision received backing from all three constituent parties within the coalition. The move reflects Pakatan Harapan's efforts to strengthen its positioning in the state assembly, where the role of kingmaker carries significant political influence. The appointment underscores the coalition's commitment to coordinated decision-making among its member parties as they navigate the political dynamics in Johor. The Stulang representative's new role is expected to facilitate closer collaboration and unified strategies among Pakatan Harapan's component parties in the state legislature.