BERSATU has not ruled out a possible understanding with Pakatan Harapan (PH) towards the end of the Melaka election campaign, with secretary-general Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali saying the option could be considered if it offers the best chance of securing votes.
Azmin said no formal arrangement had been reached between the two parties in Melaka, but he did not discount the possibility of a late move as campaigning enters its final stretch.
He said voters would generally have formed their preferences by then, having assessed the candidates and their respective offers, although parties could still use the closing days to improve their standing among the electorate.
“Based on my experience in many elections, voters would usually have made up their minds by the end of the campaign after considering the manifestos and what the candidates have to offer.
“If that is the best strategy, we can assess it when the time comes,” he said in an interview with Berita Harian.
Bersatu is contesting seven seats in the Nov 14 polls: Lendu, Sungai Udang, Pantai Kundor, Klebang, Pengkalan Batu, Ayer Keroh and Bemban.
Azmin, a former Selangor menteri besar, said the party had reached an understanding with other political parties on seat allocations, despite not being part of a formal coalition in the state.
He said Bersatu recognised that it could not operate independently in the wider political landscape, stressing the need for cooperation to ensure political stability.
“Bersatu cannot stand alone. We must work through political cooperation or an alliance that can guarantee stability for the state and the country,” he said.
Azmin also said the party welcomed support from PH voters in the seven constituencies it is contesting, even though neither side had announced any formal cooperation for the election.
In the remaining 21 seats, he said Bersatu members would have to use their own judgement in deciding which candidates to support, urging them to give priority to those from moderate and progressive parties who could serve the people effectively.
“The decision rests with the wisdom of voters in Melaka. I have confidence in the judgement of young people in the state.
“We are focusing on the seven seats we are contesting. For the others, we leave it to the respective political parties to determine their chances of winning,” he said. - November 11, 2026
