‘Johor has enormous potential’: Pakatan communications chief calls on poll campaigners to focus on d

KUALA LUMPUR, June 7 — The upcoming Johor state election is not merely a political contest but an important platform to determine the future direction of the state and the well-being of its people, said Pakatan Harapan (PH) Communications Director Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.

He said the message was clearly conveyed during the launch of the coalition’s election machinery for the Johor state election in Batu Pahat last night, which was attended by more than 5,000 party workers and local residents.

He said that during the event, PH chairman and Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stressed that the election was not his wish, and that the primary focus should remain on efforts and initiatives for the people.

“In the same spirit, DAP Secretary-General Anthony Loke also emphasised that holding the Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections simultaneously is important to ensure continuity and political stability in the country,” he said in a Facebook post.

Fahmi said Parti Amanah Negara (Amanah) president Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu also reminded all parties of the importance of alignment between the state administration and the Federal Government.

“Johor has enormous potential. Planned development must genuinely benefit the majority of the people,” said the Communications Minister.

The Johor State Legislative Assembly was dissolved on June 1 to pave the way for the state election.

The Election Commission (EC) will hold a special meeting on June 12 to discuss key dates for the Johor state election, including the issuance of the election writ, nomination day and polling day. — Bernama

Pakatan Harapan communications director Datuk Fahmi Fadzil (left) speaks to Johor election campaign workers in Batu Pahat on June 6, 2026 in preparation for the coming state election. — Picture from Facebook/Fahmi Fadzil