Bersatu machinery more organized for Johor polls, says VP

Bersatu Vice President Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu asserts that the party is entering the Johor state election with heightened confidence, boasting a more organized and prepared machinery than ever before.

In an interview, Faizal, also known as Peja, addressed perceptions of strained relations within the Perikatan Nasional (PN) coalition, specifically between Bersatu and PAS. He maintained that the cooperation between the component parties is robust and geared towards achieving shared objectives. "Political struggle should not solely focus on coalition strategies or vying for positions," he stated, advocating for a greater emphasis on issues directly impacting the populace.

Faizal detailed Bersatu's preparations, noting a significant increase in machinery strength compared to past elections. While acknowledging some internal challenges and the departure of a few members, he affirmed that these issues have been resolved, and new teams have been formed. He admitted that some new members may lack experience but are receiving training for election campaign management.

Regarding inter-party cooperation in Johor, Faizal reported no major issues. He highlighted Bersatu's organizational strength in the state and noted that the Gerakan party's decision not to field candidates allows their machinery to fully support Bersatu's campaign efforts across all contested divisions. He also touched upon the perception of incompatibility between PN components, acknowledging that such discussions arise but reaffirming the underlying strength of their alliance.