Summary
- BN says seat negotiations are 90% complete.
- Seven constituencies remain under discussion.
- Melaka state election scheduled for Nov 14.
KUALA LUMPUR, October 14 — Barisan Nasional (BN) has completed 90% of seat negotiations for the upcoming Melaka state election, with discussions continuing over seven constituencies.
Umno secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said BN aims to defend the 21 seats it won previously, while possible seat swaps remain under consideration.
He also acknowledged grassroots calls for stronger cooperation between Umno and PAS, stressing that any political agreement must be built on mutual trust and sincerity.
The Election Commission has scheduled polling for Nov 14, with candidate nominations on Oct 31.
