KUALA TERENGGANU: Perikatan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar has thanked the people of Melaka, particularly voters who turned out to fulfill their democratic duty in today's state election.

The Terengganu menteri besar also expressed his appreciation to the BN and PN election machinery, candidates, workers and volunteers who had worked hard throughout the election campaign.

He said the efforts, support and sacrifices of all parties were invaluable in ensuring the democratic process was conducted smoothly.

"The cooperation and spirit of consensus built between BN and PN have also been an important experience in the country's political journey," he said in a statement.