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PAS president Hadi Awang's recent statements regarding Bersatu's position within Perikatan Nasional suggest the Islamic party is reasserting dominance over its coalition partners, marking a significant recalibration of internal power structures.
PAS vice-president Amar Abdullah has signalled the party's readiness to face off against coalition partner Bersatu in Negeri Sembilan should both Perikatan Nasional components seek the same constituencies.
Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin has attacked PAS for conducting bilateral negotiations with Barisan Nasional, claiming the Islamic party is making independent moves that contradict Perikatan Nasional's collective interests and strategic direction.
Political analysts say Perikatan Nasional's defeat in Johor elections could trigger the opposition coalition's rapid unravelling, particularly as the PAS-Bersatu partnership faces mounting strain.
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Pejuang has declined to mediate between PAS and Bersatu, though party president Mukhriz Mahathir expressed optimism that the two Perikatan Nasional allies can restore relations and strengthen the coalition.