JOHOR BAHRU: Pakatan Harapan (PH) is still playing the role of the opposition in Johor as there was no discussion regarding the form of cooperation with Barisan Nasional (BN) in the state so far.
Johor PH chairman Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub, however, said the relationship between the two parties is very good in the spirit of unity.
"The last time when I was in the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) during the Menteri Besar's winding up of the 2023 Budget at the Johor State Assembly sitting (December last year), we were still seated in the opposition side.
"There has not been any decision in Johor, but between us, we understand the underlying spirit of the government unity. The relationship is also very good, but we cannot determine the form of cooperation in the future," he told reporters after a feast for Pulai MP personnel here last night.
He was commenting on the relationship and form of collaboration between PH and BN in Johor.
In the Johor state election (PRN) held in March last year, BN won comfortably with more than two-thirds majority when it managed to secure 40 of the 56 state assembly seats contested.
In the state election, PH won 11 seats, followed by Perikatan Nasional (three), besides Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) and Parti Ikatan Demokratik Malaysia (MUDA) with one seat each.
Asked about the caucus involving 24 Johor BN and PH MPs, Salahuddin who is also the Pulai MP explained that the matter is still under discussion.
"On the caucus, it is still under discussion and Opposition Leader Andrew Chen Kah Eng (who replaced Liew Chin Tong) is working on that," he said.
On Dec 4 last year, it was reported that Liew, who was then Leader of the Opposition before being replaced by Andrew when debating the 2023 Budget, suggested to Johor BN chairman Datuk Seri Hasni Mohammad that a Johor Members of Parliament Caucus should be formed involving 24 BN and PH Members of Parliament.
Hasni was then reported as saying that the establishment of the caucus was able to drive the development of Johor to become a developed state.
On Dec 11 last year, Johor MB Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi was reported to be hoping for the caucus to fight for the state's priority projects involving allocations from the federal government
-- BERNAMA
Bernama
Sun Jan 08 2023
Pakatan Harapan (PH) is still playing the role of the opposition in Johor as there was no discussion regarding the form of cooperation with Barisan Nasional (BN) in the state so far, Johor PH chairman Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub, said. - BERNAMA
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.