PKR and BN Begin Melaka Election Talks Amidst Sarawak Seat Discussions

Political discussions have commenced between PKR and Barisan Nasional (BN) in preparation for the Melaka state election. PKR's Information Chief, Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil, stated that the party leadership welcomes the readiness of BN Chairman Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh to engage in early discussions.

Fahmi noted that PKR Melaka Chairman Adam Adli has already held several state-level meetings. "We also welcome BN's open attitude to discuss not only Melaka but also federal-level seats," he said. The party views this as a positive step towards collaboration for the upcoming polls.

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We also welcome BN's open attitude to discuss not only Melaka but also federal-level seats.

While the dissolution of the State Legislative Assembly and campaign dates remain unannounced, PKR has begun internal preparations. This includes identifying potential candidates and committee chairpersons. The party has delegated the official details and negotiations to PKR Vice President Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail and Election Director Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari.

Separately, Fahmi confirmed that the claim for additional parliamentary seats in Sarawak has been proposed in a recent cabinet meeting. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is committed to this proposal and has instructed the Election Commission (SPR) to expedite the process. However, some technical procedures at the SPR need to be completed before an updated report can be presented.

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The Prime Minister's commitment is to implement it, but there are some technical processes at the SPR that we need to wait for before an updated report is presented.