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PAS Targets Youth Votes for Upcoming Malaysian Election

1/24/2026

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Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party (PAS) targets young voters through online engagement ahead of Malaysia's general election.
The effort follows signals that the election may hinge on youth votes.
Founded in 1951, PAS emerged as the largest party in parliament after the 2022 elections, securing 43 seats in conservative northern states.
The party seeks to broaden its appeal beyond rural voters by championing faith-based governance and aims to lead Malay nationalist politics.

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Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party (PAS) targets young voters through online engagement ahead of Malaysia's general election.
The effort follows signals that the election may hinge on youth votes.
Founded in 1951, PAS emerged as the largest party in parliament after the 2022 elections, securing 43 seats in conservative northern states.
The party seeks to broaden its appeal beyond rural voters by championing faith-based governance and aims to lead Malay nationalist politics.