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Perlis PAS leadership has ruled out future collaboration with former Bersatu politicians, blaming them for last December's political turmoil that saw the menteri besar position transfer to Bersatu.
Bersatu is mounting a solo campaign for 24 seats in the Negri Sembilan state election, breaking away from traditional coalitions to present voters with an independent political alternative distinct from both Pakatan Harapan and the BN-PN arrangement.
Four DAP assemblymen in Melaka have shifted to the opposition benches following the party's withdrawal from the state government, protesting constitutional changes allowing nominated representatives.
Gemas assemblyman Ridzuan Ahmad has resigned from Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia and stepped down as Tampin division chief, citing the need for a more stable political approach in Negeri Sembilan.