Muda, PSM form ‘progressive bloc’ for Johor, NS polls

PETALING JAYA: Muda and Parti Soliasis Malaysia (PSM) have formed a political cooperation dubbed the “progressive bloc” ahead of the Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections.

In a joint statement today, the parties said they had agreed to work together throughout the election campaign and present voters with a shared platform centred on progressive policies.

They said the alliance would champion policies focused on addressing the cost of living, creating quality jobs, environmental sustainability, affordable housing, and institutional reform.

“The progressive agenda being proposed is forward-looking and centred on the welfare of all Malaysians regardless of race, in line with the framework of the Federal Constitution,” they said.

The agreement includes the coordination of campaign issues, joint mobilisation of election machinery, and strategic planning on seat allocations.

“This is to avoid seat overlaps among parties championing a progressive agenda,” they said.

Muda and PSM also said they remained open to discussions with other parties and groups that share similar political aspirations and policy positions.

The two parties had a previous electoral pact for the six state elections in 2023.

Johor heads to the polls on July 11, followed by Negeri Sembilan on Aug 1.