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Permas
Permas
Permas is a state constituency in Johor, represented in the Johor State Legislative Assembly. It encompasses urban and suburban areas near Johor Bahru, reflecting a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial zones. The constituency holds political significance due to its large electorate and its proximity to the Singapore border.
Key facts
- State: Johor, Malaysia
- Created: 1984 (first contested in 1986)
- Current representative: Baharudin Mohamed Taib (as of 2022)
- Electoral system: First-past-the-post
- Legislative body: Johor State Legislative Assembly
Geography and demographics
Permas covers parts of the Johor Bahru metropolitan area, including neighborhoods like Permas Jaya and Masai. The area is densely populated and demographically diverse, combining long-established local communities with newer urban developments that cater to cross-border commuters and industrial workers.
Political background
Since its establishment in the mid-1980s, Permas has been a contested seat in Johor politics. It has alternated between major coalitions such as Barisan Nasional (BN) and Pakatan Harapan (PH), reflecting shifts in voter sentiment across southern Johor. Its election outcomes are often seen as indicators of broader political trends in the state.
Socioeconomic profile
Permas’ economy benefits from its strategic location near the Johor–Singapore Causeway and Pasir Gudang industrial corridor. The constituency supports light manufacturing, logistics, retail, and service sectors. Its urban layout features integrated townships, shopping centres, and access to regional transportation networks.
Current relevance
Owing to ongoing urban expansion in the Johor Bahru region, Permas continues to experience infrastructure upgrades and demographic growth. Issues such as housing affordability, transportation connectivity, and local economic development remain central to its political discourse.
Johor Jaya
What Could Decide the Seat?
PH advantages
- Incumbency of Liow Cai Tung.
- Historically strong support among urban Chinese voters.
- DAP organization on the ground.
BN advantages
- Strong Johor-wide machinery.
- Potential swing among moderate voters dissatisfied with local issues.
- MCA may benefit if opposition votes split.
PN path
- Would require a substantial increase in Malay voter support while retaining non-Malay votes won in 2022, which is a difficult combination in Johor Jaya.
Current Rating
🟡 Lean PH (competitive seat)
Rafizi may contest here!
N42 Johor Jaya
Johor Jaya is one of the most important mixed urban constituencies in Johor, covering areas such as Taman Johor Jaya, Taman Molek, Bandar Seri Alam, Plentong, Masai, and surrounding neighborhoods. It has about 91,882 registered voters based on the latest available electoral data.
Johor Bahru
Among Johor Bahru-area seats, Deepseek currently rank:
- Safe PH: Skudai
- Lean PH: Johor Jaya, Perling
- Toss-up: Stulang
- Lean BN: Larkin
Johor State Assembly
The Johor State Assembly is officially called the Johor State Legislative Assembly (Dewan Negeri Johor).
Key Facts
- Located at Bangunan Sultan Ismail in Kota Iskandar.
- Traditionally has 56 elected seats. In May 2026, Johor approved a constitutional amendment allowing up to 5 nominated assemblymen, potentially increasing the assembly to 61 members.
- The current Menteri Besar is Onn Hafiz Ghazi.
Last Elected Composition (before dissolution)
Following the 2022 Johor election:
This gave BN a two-thirds majority in the assembly.
Latest Update (June 2026)
The 15th Johor State Legislative Assembly was dissolved on 1 June 2026, paving the way for the 16th Johor State Election (PRN Johor). The Election Commission is conducting the election process to form a new state government
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Event |
Date |
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Nomination Day |
27 June 2026 |
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Early Voting |
7 July 2026 |
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Polling Day |
11 July 2026 |
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Coalition |
Seats |
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Barisan Nasional (BN) |
40 |
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Pakatan Harapan (PH) |
12 |
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Perikatan Nasional (PN) |
3 |
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MUDA |
1 |
Kota Iskandar
Kota Iskandar
Kota Iskandar is a state constituency in Johor, Malaysia, represented in the Johor State Legislative Assembly. Formerly known as Nusa Jaya, it covers the administrative centre of Johor’s government complex and surrounding areas within Iskandar Puteri. The seat is politically significant as it encompasses Johor’s administrative capital.
Key facts
- State: Johor
- Constituency code: N49
- Former name: Nusa Jaya
- Current assemblyman: Dzulkefly Ahmad (as of 2024)
- Legislative body: Johor State Legislative Assembly
Geography and demographics
Kota Iskandar includes the administrative and commercial zones of Iskandar Malaysia, covering precincts such as Bukit Horizon, Bukit Indah, and Medini. The area is urbanised, with a mixed population comprising civil servants, professionals, and residents linked to the surrounding industrial and educational zones.
Administrative importance
The constituency hosts Johor’s state government complex, also named Kota Iskandar, which houses the Menteri Besar’s office and the state assembly building. Its role as the administrative heart of Johor gives the constituency strategic relevance in both governance and regional planning.
Electoral history
The seat was first contested in the 2004 general election under its former name, Nusa Jaya, and renamed Kota Iskandar before the 2018 election. It has alternated between Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Harapan representation, reflecting broader state-level political shifts.
Development and infrastructure
Kota Iskandar forms part of the Iskandar Development Region, a key national growth corridor focusing on finance, education, and tourism. Major developments include the EduCity education hub, Legoland Malaysia Resort, and multiple government-led housing and infrastructure projects supporting regional growth.
Perling
Perling
Perling is a state constituency (Dewan Undangan Negeri, DUN) in Johor, Malaysia. It is one of the constituencies represented in the Johor State Legislative Assembly and plays a role in the state’s political landscape, particularly as part of the Johor Bahru parliamentary area.
Key facts
- State: Johor
- Legislative body: Johor State Legislative Assembly (DUN Johor)
- Current representative: Liew Chin Tong (Liew Chin Tong)
- Party: Democratic Action Party (DAP)
- Created: 2018 (succeeding the former Nusa Jaya constituency)
Constituency background
Perling was established during the 2018 redelineation exercise, replacing the Nusa Jaya constituency. It encompasses urban and suburban areas within Johor Bahru District, including Taman Perling and surrounding neighbourhoods. The constituency reflects Johor’s growing urban demographics and is a key battleground for major political coalitions.
Political representation
The seat was first contested in the 14th Malaysian general election (GE14) in 2018. It was won by the Pakatan Harapan coalition through its DAP candidate, signalling a shift from Barisan Nasional’s previous dominance in the region. Liew Chin Tong retained the seat in subsequent elections, reinforcing Perling’s standing as a progressive-leaning urban constituency.
Socioeconomic profile
Perling’s electorate is predominantly urban, comprising professionals, small business owners, and industrial workers linked to Johor Bahru’s expanding economy. Its proximity to the Malaysia–Singapore border contributes to cross-border employment and commercial activity, shaping voter concerns around infrastructure, housing, and urban development.
Significance in Johor politics
As one of Johor’s urban constituencies, Perling serves as an indicator of political sentiment in the southern region of Peninsular Malaysia. Its results often mirror broader trends in Johor’s metropolitan areas, making it an important seat for both state and national political parties.