Penang Umno has expressed strong objections towards the newly formed Penang Front Party (PFP), despite the latter party's claims that it is “BN-friendly”.

"Their plan to contest in 25 seats where BN component parties (Gerakan and MCA) other than Umno are contesting is clearly against the concept of a BN-friendly party," said state Umno chief Zainal Abidin Osman in a statement today.

"A BN-friendly party will never ever field a candidate against a BN one.

"How can Penang Umno support PFP which clearly goes against the principles and the spirit of camaraderie held by BN parties?”