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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has intensified efforts to mobilize Johor voters for Pakatan Harapan in the final stretch before Saturday's state election, leveraging online platforms to reach supporters.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has appealed to Malaysians to abandon extreme racism and divisive politics, advocating instead for unity and shared respect among citizens regardless of background.
Senior Barisan Nasional figures are redirecting party workers away from dwelling on election forecasts, emphasising instead the importance of focused candidate-centred campaigns. Party leadership stresses that voters ultimately determine electoral outcomes.
Johor Bersatu's second-ranking official Rashid Hasnon, campaigning in Senggarang, has downplayed the significance of PAS members attending a Barisan Nasional event, signalling confidence within the coalition.
Barisan Nasional candidates contesting in the Johor state election have been instructed to maintain a positive campaign tone, shunning provocative messaging in favour of substantive appeals to voters.
Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin assembled hundreds of Perikatan Nasional supporters to campaign for Dr Sahruddin Jamal, Bersatu's candidate contesting the Bukit Kepong seat. The two-term assemblyman is seeking another term representing the constituency.
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Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has called for fact-based, dignified campaigning in the Johor state election, warning that the Election Commission and police will take action against offenders.