True test of Umno-PAS coalition lies in seat negotiations

While the cooperation between Umno and PAS may be burgeoning, the question of whether both parties can form a viable electoral pact will only be tested during seat negotiations for the 15th general election.

Political analyst Jeniri Amir of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak believes that while ties between both parties have improved significantly considering their long bitter rivalry, the relationship has yet to be put to the test...