1. Why did GE15 see a record 945 candidates for 222 seats?

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## GE15 Witnessed a Record Number of Candidates Due to Increased Political Fragmentation and New Alliances

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The 15th general election in Malaysia saw an unprecedented 945 candidates contesting 222 parliamentary seats, a significant surge attributed to the fragmentation of political parties and the formation of numerous new coalitions and alliances. This political landscape shift, particularly following the events of the 'Sheraton Move', led to a more complex and crowded electoral field compared to previous elections.

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