Bersama

Bersama, a Malaysian political party, was founded by former economy minister Rafizi Ramli. The party is a breakaway faction aiming to establish itself as a political force. Bersama is currently newsworthy as it prepares for its first electoral tests, particularly in upcoming state polls in Johor and Negeri Sembilan. The party has notably issued a public call for election candidates through an audition process, a rare move in Malaysian politics. While unlikely to be a dominant third force, Bersama's significance lies in its potential to influence election outcomes by siphoning votes from established coalitions, such as the reformist Pakatan Harapan led by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Its performance in these initial elections will be closely watched to gauge its viability and impact on the Malaysian political landscape.