Analysts have suggested that Perikatan Nasional's (PN) defeat in the Johor state election could hasten the coalition's decline, citing deteriorating relations between its component parties, PAS and Bersatu. Reevany Bustami of Universiti Sains Malaysia commented that PN might not survive in its current form, as the Johor result could accelerate an existing split.
The election, held on March 12, 2022, saw Barisan Nasional (BN) win a supermajority, while PN secured only three seats. This outcome has intensified internal friction within PN, with PAS and Bersatu reportedly at odds over strategy and leadership.
Political observers note that the coalition's performance in Johor reflects broader challenges, including voter dissatisfaction and organizational weaknesses. The exact impact on PN's future remains uncertain, but analysts agree that the Johor defeat has exposed deep fractures.
