Leaders within the government bloc see the ongoing crisis engulfing Perikatan Nasional as a major test for Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar, who was recently appointed to lead the coalition and serve as opposition leader.

Amanah secretary-general Faiz Fadzil said the strained relationship between PAS and Bersatu, which has become increasingly exposed following Abdul Hadi Awang’s public remarks that the party is reviewing its ties with Bersatu, would serve as a yardstick for Samsuri...