Anwar

• Barisan Nasional (BN) achieved a sweeping victory in the Johor state elections, strengthening its influence within Malaysia’s unity government. • The results highlighted vulnerabilities in Pakatan Harapan’s traditional support base and served as a "sobering reality check" for smaller political parties. • Youth-based party MUDA lost its sole state seat in Puteri Wangsa, while the debutant Parti Bersama Malaysia lost its deposits in all 15 contested seats.

• Barisan Nasional (BN) dominated the Johor polls, winning 48 of the 56 contested seats. • Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s Pakatan Harapan (PH) coalition saw a decline in influence, poised to win only eight seats compared to the 12 they secured in 2022. • BN leader Zahid Hamidi claimed the victory signals a "blue wave" return, asserting that the coalition remains a relevant and strong choice for the people.