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Speculation over a snap 16th General Election (GE16) is nearing boiling point, fuelled by cryptic signals from Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh, hinting that the state could head to the polls as early as May or June 2026.

Local authority (PBT) elections, including for the post of Kuala Lumpur mayor, would create new challenges if they are implemented. - BERNAMA FILE PIX

Although some leaders and rank-and-file members are uneasy with the Prime Minister’s alignment with the DAP, Umno is expected to stay the course, as the risks of leaving the administration currently outweigh the benefits.

Razali speaking to reporters after the candidate announcement at SICC, Kota Kinabalu.

Warisan has re-fielded all 11 remaining incumbents from the 23 seats they won in the last state election.

With Sabah STAR’s exit, the onus is now on PBS to capture the non-Muslim native seats. Photo source: PBS Facebook page

Ilham Centre executive director Hisomudin Bakar during the Interviu programme entitled “Bakal Berubahkah Sabah?” - Photo by Mohd Halim Abdul Wahid

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Political analyst Mujibu Abd Muis said the traditional support of the Chinese and Indian communities for MCA and MIC had already eroded since the 2008 political tsunami, making it difficult for both parties to make a comeback.

The Pas Central Selection Committee has announced the list of candidates for the party's internal election for the 2025–2027 term, with both the president and deputy president positions remaining uncontested.