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PAS has called for fugitive businessman Jho Low to be tried in Malaysia for his role in the 1MDB scandal, asserting that the country's legal system should operate independently of any US decisions regarding his case.
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Parti Islam SeMalaysia has unveiled its 11-candidate slate for an upcoming state election, featuring Mazlan Bujang, a former Johor executive councillor and ex-chief of Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia's state wing.
A former aide to Muhyiddin Yassin has questioned Samsuri's effectiveness as Perikatan Nasional leader, arguing the PAS chief has failed to secure the expected level of Malay-Muslim support needed to strengthen the opposition coalition.
PAS vice-president Amar Abdullah has identified Bersama as a potential rival in attracting younger Malaysian voters, acknowledging that first-time electors may be receptive to alternative political approaches.
PAS has criticised Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin for hastily announcing that Bersatu will contest upcoming Johor and Negri Sembilan elections under the Perikatan Nasional banner, suggesting the decision lacked proper coalition consultation.