PN to finalise sixth candidate pick before nomination day

Perikatan Nasional chairman Samsuri Mokhtar has moved to quell speculation over divisions within the coalition regarding the delayed announcement of its sixth candidate, stating that no dispute exists behind the postponement. In a statement addressing concerns about the timeline, Samsuri assured party members and the public that PN would complete its selection process with sufficient time before nomination day. The coalition has maintained that the decision-making process is proceeding normally and that multiple factors are being considered in finalising the candidate list. PN officials indicated that the announcement would come at an appropriate moment that allows for proper vetting and preparation. The clarification comes as speculation mounted within political circles about potential disagreements among the coalition partners over candidate selection for the upcoming electoral contest.