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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 |
|
Barisan Nasional (BN) |
40 |
|
Pakatan Harapan (PH) |
12 |
|
Perikatan Nasional (PN) |
3 |
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MUDA |
1 |