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PH-BN coalition deal expected before September 16
PKR's election director says discussions on a potential partnership between Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional are progressing, with a key negotiating session anticipated this week.
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Malaysia's two major political coalitions are moving closer to a potential agreement, with PKR's Amirudin Shari indicating that a deal could be finalised before September 16.
Amirudin, who heads PKR's elections machinery, said one of several planned discussion sessions was expected to take place within the current week, signalling an accelerated timeline for resolving the framework of cooperation between Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional.
The announcement marks a significant development in ongoing political negotiations between the coalitions, which have been engaged in deliberations aimed at establishing terms for collaboration ahead of potential electoral contests.
The specific focus areas and conditions being negotiated between the two political blocs remain undisclosed, though such agreements typically address seat allocations, campaign coordination, and policy alignment.
Further details on the proposed coalition arrangement are expected to emerge once the scheduled discussions conclude in the coming days.