Bersatu is on the brink of collapse caused by internal divisions and leadership problems, according to multiple sources [1, 2, 3]. Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal sharply criticized party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin for failing to manage the conflicts rationally and for being stubborn in disputes with PAS and others [1, 2, 3]. He said, "Tan Sri Muhyiddin has been deeply disappointing. I respect him as someone who mentored me in politics previously. But what he is doing now is truly detrimental to both Bersatu and PN" [1]. Wan Fayhsal also described Muhyiddin’s argument at the June 17 Bersatu Supreme Leadership Council meeting about continuing to contest under the Perikatan Nasional (PN) logo as "completely baseless" and urged that the PN Supreme Council handle the matter [1, 2, 3]. He added, "He is still stubborn, locking horns with Pas and all of us, as if he is still PN chairman" [1]. Wan Fayhsal’s blunt assessment stated, "In reality, Bersatu is on the brink of collapse. That is my observation" [3]. Tensions rose sharply after PAS formally terminated political cooperation with Bersatu, putting the future of PN at risk [3]. Despite the dispute, Muhyiddin reaffirmed that Bersatu remains a constituent member of PN and will contest the upcoming Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections under the PN logo, scheduled for July 11 and August 1, 2026, respectively [3]. A meeting of PN lawmakers including PAS and Parti Wawasan Negara representatives was held in early June 2026 to prepare for the Dewan Rakyat parliamentary sitting [1, 2]. They discussed appointing the next opposition leader, but no decision was made since it falls outside ordinary MPs’ jurisdiction [1, 2]. Bersatu’s status and role within PN remain contested as the party edges toward collapse amidst leadership turmoil and the PAS rift. The next major political tests for Bersatu are the Johor state election on July 11 and the Negeri Sembilan state election on August 1, where the party plans to contest under the PN banner despite the internal crisis [3].
Bersatu faces collapse amid leadership crisis and PAS rift
Bersatu nears collapse due to internal divisions and leadership issues as clashes with PAS escalate, says Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal.
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- New Straits Times — Wan Fayhsal: Bersatu on the brink of collapse, Muhyiddin is hurting PN
- New Straits Times — Wan Fayhsal: Bersatu on the brink of collapse, Muhyiddin is hurting PN [WATCH]
- The Vibes — Bersatu 'on the brink of collapse' as Muhyiddin’s leadership comes under fresh fire amid PAS rift