PAS Youth has clarified that its readiness to support Barisan Nasional (BN) candidates in constituencies where Perikatan Nasional (PN) is not contesting is a tactical strategy aimed at preventing Pakatan Harapan (PH) from gaining ground.
PAS Youth information chief Nadzir Helmi said remarks by the party’s deputy president should be viewed within the context of a broader political strategy.
He said the main objective was to stop PH’s dominance, particularly the influence of DAP as the coalition’s largest party, in order to safeguard the interests of the people and Johor’s future.
‘PAS Youth believes breaking PH’s dominance is a necessity that all parties must understand. In the current political landscape, every vote carries strategic value in determining the direction of the state administration after the election,’ he said.
Priority remains with PN
Nadzir stressed that the primary responsibility of every PAS member is to vote for and help secure victories for all candidates contesting under the PN banner, regardless of which component party they represent.
He said any decision to support candidates outside PN in selected constituencies should be regarded strictly as a tactical measure to prevent PH from making further gains.
According to him, the approach is not a general policy and may change depending on political developments and current circumstances.
Focus on strengthening PN
Nadzir said PAS remains committed to strengthening Malay-Muslim political influence, securing as many victories for PN as possible and preventing PH and DAP from taking control of Johor.
He said these priorities continue to guide the party’s political decisions.
He also urged members and supporters not to be influenced by narratives intended to confuse the public.
‘Remain disciplined in the struggle, follow party directives and place a PN victory as the main agenda in the Johor state election. Votes should go to PN, while political strategies in other constituencies are intended solely to check PH’s advance. Our priority remains defending the interests of Islam, the Malays and Johor’s future,’ he said.
