Dr Akmal hints at possible switch from Merlimau in next Melaka polls
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MELAKA: Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has fuelled speculation that he may contest a different seat in the upcoming Melaka election after posting a cryptic message thanking voters in Merlimau.
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The speculation comes amid talk that the Merlimau seat, which he won in the 2021 state election, could be allocated to Pas under a possible electoral cooperation arrangement.
In a Facebook post yesterday, Dr Akmal hinted at the possibility of contesting in Serkam or Sungai Rambai, while inviting suggestions from the public.
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