Melaka state election set for Nov 14 as BN-PAS pact looms, testing Anwar

Malaysia's Melaka state election is scheduled for November 14, with the Umno-led Barisan Nasional nearing an alliance with PAS, posing a significant challenge to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's coalition. This follows a series of recent electoral defeats for Anwar's alliance, indicating a potential shift in Malaysia's political landscape. The outcome will test the strength of the opposition pact and could influence federal-level dynamics.