BN and PN secure a two-thirds majority in the 2026 Melaka state election, retaining control of the state government, with Ab Rauf Yusoh set to continue as Chief Minister
MELAKA: Barisan Nasional (BN) and Perikatan Nasional (PN) have secured a two-thirds majority in the 16th Melaka state election, paving the way for them to form the new state government and retain their political dominance in the historic state.
BN retained 21 of the 28 state assembly seats it won in the 2021 election, while PN had officially secured one seat as of 10.45 pm, yesterday.
BN won Kuala Linggi, Tanjung Bidara, Ayer Limau, Lendu, Taboh Naning, Rembia, Gadek, Machap Jaya, Durian Tunggal, Asahan, Sungai Udang, Pantai Kundor, Kelebang, Pengkalan Batu, Ayer Molek, Duyong, Telok Mas, Rim, Serkam, Merlimau and Sungai Rambai.
