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Pahang's PAS leadership has signalled flexibility regarding potential cooperation with Umno, though political manoeuvring ahead of elections suggests both parties may still contest seats.
PAS President Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang has called for a unified political movement combining PAS, Umno, and 'non-extreme' non-Muslim parties like MCA and MIC to reshape Malaysia's political landscape and address national challenges.
PAS has signalled flexibility in seat negotiations with Umno for the Negri Sembilan state election, indicating willingness to back an Umno candidate for the chief minister position if the two parties finalise their electoral pact.
PAS has indicated it would support UMNO in forming Johor's state government should Barisan Nasional fail to secure the necessary majority in Saturday's election, signalling potential coalition dynamics.