PN Conflict A Storm In The Teacup

Dr Oh Si Eun, Principal Adviser, Pacific Research Centre

05-Aug-24 08:30

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In recent political news, Perikatan Nasional (PN) is dealing with internal tensions following a dispute with Gerakan over a school donation. PN Secretary-General Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin has assured that the issue has been settled, but the implications for the coalition's future are still unclear. Dr. Oh Ei Sun, Principal Adviser, Pacific Research Centre shares his perspective on how this situation could influence PN's cohesion and stability.

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Categories: politics, government

Tags: perikatan nasional, malaysia politics, nenggiri state by-election, gerakan,

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