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Former Umno information chief Shahril Hamdan says Malaysian voters are increasingly attracted to measured, composed leaders rather than inflammatory political rhetoric, signalling a potential shift in electoral preferences.
Umno's campaigns for Johor and Negri Sembilan state elections will centre on policy and people-focused initiatives rather than personal attacks, according to party secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki.
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Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has indicated the party is prepared to engage in sustained political competition against PAS following internal divisions, reshaping the Islamic political bloc.
Johor Barisan Nasional deputy chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Maslan has ruled out contesting the upcoming Johor state election, saying other candidates deserve the opportunity to contest.