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PN Downplays Seat-Sharing Tensions Ahead of Melaka Election

PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man expressed confidence that Perikatan Nasional could resolve potential seat-sharing disputes with Barisan Nasional ahead of Melaka elections, despite preliminary discussions remaining incomplete.

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Constituency Funds Belong to Constituents, Not MPs, Says Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that government allocations to parliamentary constituencies are meant to benefit constituents directly, not to serve as entitlements for elected MPs, responding to recent claims of withheld funding.

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PKR To Hold 2026 National Congress In Melaka August 15-16

Parti Keadilan Rakyat will convene its 2026 national congress in Melaka on August 15-16, drawing approximately 2,500 delegates and 3,000 observers. PKR President Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officiate and deliver the policy speech.

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Deputy PM Fadillah to Undergo Heart Bypass Surgery at IJN

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Fadillah Yusof will undergo heart bypass surgery at the National Heart Institute. Senior minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Razakah will assume his responsibilities during the procedure and recovery period.

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PH Targets Minimum 19 Seats in Negeri Sembilan Election

Pakatan Harapan is targeting a minimum of 19 seats in Saturday's Negeri Sembilan state election, with election director Amirudin Shari expressing confidence in the coalition's incumbent administration and potential for stronger gains.

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Top Leaders Vote in Negeri Sembilan State Election

Senior political figures including Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun and Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan cast their votes in the state's 16th election across 401 polling centres.

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Papagomo ordered to mount defence in PKR MPs false claim case

A Sepang Sessions Court has ordered prominent blogger Papagomo to enter his defence in a case involving an allegedly false social media post claiming 11 PKR parliamentarians had withdrawn backing from Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

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Negeri Sembilan election becomes crucial measure of BN-PN alliance strength

The forthcoming Negeri Sembilan state election is emerging as a barometer for the stability of the Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional electoral partnership, with political observers watching closely how the two coalitions manage candidate selection and avoid splitting the opposition vote.

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Coalition Win Predicted to Dominate Negri Sembilan State Election

Former DAP parliamentarian Dr Ong Kian Ming forecasts that the Barisan Nasional-Perikatan Nasional alliance will capture up to 25 of the 36 state assembly seats in the Negri Sembilan election, signalling a comfortable majority for the coalition.

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Malaysia Must Rewrite Its Historical Narrative, Anwar Says

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for a fundamental reconstruction of Malaysia's historical narrative, arguing that the nation's past must be retold through an authentically Malaysian lens rather than inherited colonial frameworks.

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Fuziah Confident in PH's Negeri Sembilan Election Push

PKR secretary-general Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh says Pakatan Harapan is receiving encouraging support from voters across Negeri Sembilan, citing strong coordination and positive reception ahead of the state election on August 1.

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Don't Win Through Slander, Anwar Tells Election Rivals

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on all political parties contesting the Negeri Sembilan state election to abandon slanderous tactics and false information, drawing from his own painful experience of being targeted by baseless accusations.

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BN Firmly Committed to Unity Government, Says Ahmad Zahid

Barisan Nasional will remain part of Malaysia's Unity Government until the 15th Parliament ends, Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has declared, firmly rejecting rumours of any attempt to destabilise Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's administration.

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Zahid Hits Back at PM With Pantun on Roofs and Storms

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi responded to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's unity-themed pantun with his own four-line verse, continuing a cultural exchange between the nation's top two leaders.

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Muhyiddin Fires Back at Umno Ally Over Negri Sembilan 'Spoiler' Jab

Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has rejected characterisations of his party as a 'spoiler' in the Negri Sembilan election, hitting back at Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin's remarks and signalling deepening coalition strains.

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Loke Tightens Road Safety Rules for Negeri Sembilan Campaign Trail

Transport Minister Anthony Loke has issued strict directives requiring all political candidates and supporters to comply with road safety regulations during Negeri Sembilan's state election campaign, emphasizing helmet-wearing and prohibiting dangerous vehicle practices.

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PH Youth Demands BN Ministers Resign Over PN Alliance

Pakatan Harapan's youth coalition has intensified political tensions by demanding the resignation of all Barisan Nasional cabinet members, alleging the coalition has undermined the unity government by collaborating with Perikatan Nasional in state elections.

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Barisan and Perikatan agree Tampin pact to prevent vote-splitting

Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional have forged an electoral understanding for the Tampin parliamentary constituency in the upcoming Negri Sembilan state election, designed to prevent multi-cornered contests without indicating a formal political merger.

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Muhyiddin warns of Umno conspiracy against unity government

Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has warned that Umno is orchestrating moves to destabilise the current unity government coalition, echoing strategies that previously toppled the Perikatan Nasional administration.

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Parliament Concludes 16-Day Session with 13 Bills Approved

Parliament wrapped up a 16-day sitting on July 16, having passed 13 Bills covering areas from cybercrime to child protection. Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Dr Johari Abdul highlighted significant progress on legislative priorities during the session.

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Samsuri Denies Rift With Muhyiddin Over PAS-BN Negotiations

Perikatan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar has dismissed suggestions of discord with Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, insisting that recent dialogue between PAS and Barisan Nasional was conducted with explicit authorization.

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NRD Approves 286 MyKAS Applications From Indian Community Since 2022

Malaysia's National Registration Department has approved 286 MyKAS temporary resident identity card applications from the Indian community since 2022, representing a 96% approval rate, Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah revealed in Parliament.

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Federal Court Upholds Syed Saddiq's Acquittal in Divided Ruling

The Federal Court has upheld the Court of Appeal's decision to acquit Syed Saddiq of corruption and money laundering charges, concluding a protracted legal battle that spanned three years. The majority ruling validates the lower court's findings.

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DAP Holds Ground in Johor While Coalition Partners Stumble

Johor's recent state election exposed significant cracks within the Pakatan Harapan coalition, with the Democratic Action Party managing to retain ground while its partners PKR and Amanah struggled to recover lost voter support.

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BN Secures Commanding Victory in Johor with 48-Seat Supermajority

Barisan Nasional won 48 of 56 seats in Johor's state election, securing a two-thirds supermajority and expanding its hold on the state government. Pakatan Harapan won eight seats while Perikatan Nasional failed to retain any of its three previous seats.

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Johor's 2.7 Million Voters Cast Ballots in State Election

Johor's 16th state election saw more than 2.7 million voters casting ballots across 56 seats today. The Election Commission deployed over 43,000 workers and targeted a 70 per cent turnout, a significant increase from the 54.92 per cent recorded in 2022.

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Malaysia's Political Ghosts: Why Former Leaders Can't Let Go

Malaysian politics contrasts sharply with Britain's model. While former UK prime ministers gracefully exit public life, Malaysia's defeated leaders repeatedly change parties and attack former allies, driven by personal vendettas rather than principle.

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BN Pledges Full Delivery of Johor Manifesto If Voted to Power

Barisan Nasional chairman Ahmad Zahid has committed to implementing every promise in the coalition's manifesto if voters grant them the mandate in the Johor state election scheduled for Saturday, emphasising accountability over rhetoric.

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Indian Community Should Judge PH on Track Record, Says Gunaraj

A PKR Central Leadership Council member has called on the Indian community in Johor to assess Pakatan Harapan's governance record and policy implementation rather than be swayed by campaign rhetoric, highlighting MADANI-era initiatives benefiting the community.

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Malaysia's era of crony capitalism must end, declares PM Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared an end to Malaysia's entrenched system of political patronage and crony capitalism, signalling the Madani Government's determination to establish transparent governance and root out institutional corruption.

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PM Anwar Pledges Legacy of Inclusive, Accountable Leadership

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated his commitment to building a Malaysia defined by fair and transparent governance that benefits all citizens, emphasising his desire to be remembered as a leader dedicated to national unity.

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RTM Offers Live Debate Platform for Johor Menteri Besar Race

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has offered RTM's broadcast platform for a potential live dialogue between Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi and Pakatan Harapan candidate Dr Maszlee Malik for the Puteri Wangsa seat, ahead of the July 11 state election.

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Indian Voters Hold Sway in Johor Election, Says PKR Leader

The Indian community's votes could prove decisive in up to 25 marginal state assembly seats during Johor's July 11 election, according to PKR Central Leadership Council member Dr Gunaraj George, who emphasised the importance of political stability and continued reform.

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DAP Accused of Hypocrisy Over Najib Pardon Proposal

Ex-Skudai assemblywoman Marina Ibrahim claims a DAP leader privately supported a royal pardon and house arrest option for former Prime Minister Najib Razak, accusing the party of applying double standards.

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