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Johor Menteri Besar Clarifies Royal Dissolution as Constitutional Duty, Not Palace Politics

Johor's caretaker menteri besar has defended the sultan's approval of the state assembly's dissolution, characterising the royal assent as a fundamental constitutional procedure that carries no political implications or overreach by the palace.

By Azizah Rahman · 25 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Onn Hafiz Dismisses Claims Palace Mandated Johor Assembly Dissolution

Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has rejected allegations that he attributed the state assembly's dissolution to a palace directive, disputing claims made by fellow politician Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi.

By Azizah Rahman · 25 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Johor's Caretaker Menteri Besar Pledges to Use Royal Counsel as Performance Standard, Not Excuse

Johor's caretaker menteri besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has clarified that royal advice will serve as a performance standard for the state administration, rejecting any interpretation that could encourage complacency in governance.

By Azizah Rahman · 21 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Pakatan Harapan signals no rush to unveil Johor menteri besar candidate despite political pressure

Pakatan Harapan has rebuffed attempts to compel it into announcing a menteri besar candidate for the upcoming Johor election, resisting what observers view as tactical pressure from opposition rivals.

By Azizah Rahman · 20 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Pakatan Harapan Delays Johor MB Announcement Until After State Election Victory

Pakatan Harapan has deferred naming its Johor Menteri Besar candidate until after the state election, prioritising electoral momentum over early leadership announcements.

By Azizah Rahman · 20 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Zaliha Challenges Onn Hafiz Over Shifting Menteri Besar Stance

PKR's Zaliha Mustafa has challenged Johor BN chief Onn Hafiz Ghazi over what she characterises as an inconsistent demand that Pakatan Harapan publicly declare its menteri besar candidate before the Johor election.

By Azizah Rahman · 19 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Pakatan Harapan Pledges to Respect Sultan's MB Appointment Powers in Johor Election

Pakatan Harapan has committed to respecting the Sultan of Johor's constitutional authority to appoint the Menteri Besar, shifting focus away from candidate naming towards policy pledges for economic growth and improved living standards.

By Azizah Rahman · 19 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Johor MB Position Cannot Be Won on Campaign Profile Alone, Says Onn Hafiz

Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has dismissed suggestions that serving as a party's principal campaign figure automatically leads to state leadership appointments, signalling nuanced political dynamics within Malaysian governance.

By Azizah Rahman · 18 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Johor's Onn Hafiz Rules Out DAP Coalition Despite Election Victory Path

Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi has firmly ruled out the possibility of Barisan Nasional collaborating with DAP to form a state government, citing fundamental ideological differences.

By Azizah Rahman · 18 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Royal Blessing Essential for Menteri Besar Position, Says Johor Leader Onn Hafiz

Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has underscored that becoming a prominent political figure does not automatically lead to the top state post, emphasising the critical role of royal consent in determining leadership.

By Azizah Rahman · 18 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Onn Hafiz Challenges Anwar's Criticism Over Johor Cooperation

Johor's caretaker menteri besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has robustly defended his administration's position on federal cooperation, challenging characterizations of his government as uncooperative with Putrajaya and emphasizing respect for state concerns.

By Azizah Rahman · 17 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Selangor Government Has Been Taking Action Against Rohingya Settlement Since 2016, Says MB

Selangor's Menteri Besar confirms that government agencies have been taking enforcement action against illegal residential structures occupied by Rohingya residents in Ulu Langat since 2016, following recent social media attention.

By Sarah Chen · 10 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

Terengganu leadership stable despite PAS-Bersatu tensions

Terengganu's Menteri Besar has assured stakeholders that the state executive council will maintain its current composition, even as tensions simmer between coalition partners PAS and Bersatu.

By Azizah Rahman · 10 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

Let the people judge the plot against Negeri Sembilan MB, says Loke

DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has called on voters to be the ultimate judges of an alleged scheme to remove the Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar, saying citizens are capable of discerning the truth.

By Azizah Rahman · 9 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

Kedah and Kelantan maintain stability as PAS severs links with Bersatu

State governments in Kedah and Kelantan have ruled out any ministerial reshuffle following PAS's decision to cut ties with Bersatu, with all assemblymen from the latter party set to remain in their posts.

By Azizah Rahman · 9 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

Former Perlis representatives plotted to remove MB, PAS confirms

PAS has confirmed that former Perlis representatives were involved in a statutory declaration scheme to unseat the menteri besar, dismissing Bersatu's claims that no such conspiracy took place.

By Azizah Rahman · 9 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

PN Recognises Johor Chief Minister's Appeal But Targets Election Gains

Perikatan Nasional has publicly recognised the Johor Menteri Besar's considerable political standing while simultaneously positioning itself to make significant inroads during the next state elections.

By Azizah Rahman · 7 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

Sultan Ibrahim receives update on Johor's economic progress and infrastructure plans

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim has been briefed on Johor's latest economic achievements and development projects by caretaker Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi during an audience in Kuala Lumpur.

By Azizah Rahman · 7 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

Onn Hafiz Won't Sit with DAP, Even If It Costs Him Johor MB Post

Johor's caretaker menteri besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has declared he would relinquish his position rather than collaborate with DAP, signalling deep political divisions ahead of state elections.

By Azizah Rahman · 7 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

Onn Hafiz Rules Out Governing Coalition with DAP, Prioritises BN Independence

Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has firmly rejected the prospect of governing alongside DAP, stating he would forfeit the position rather than form such an alliance. He maintains BN's autonomy in the state.

By Azizah Rahman · 7 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

Sultan Ibrahim receives caretaker Johor Menteri Besar at Istana Pasir Pelangi

Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, met with the caretaker Johor Menteri Besar at Istana Pasir Pelangi. The audience took place in Johor Bahru on June 7.

By Azizah Rahman · 7 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

Onn Hafiz Set to Contest Machap Seat in Next Johor State Election

Caretaker Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi is widely expected to retain his Machap state seat when the Johor state election is held.

By Azizah Rahman · 6 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

Perlis PAS Muslimat Chief Apologises to MB Over Press Secretary Post Rejection

The head of Perlis PAS Muslimat has offered a public apology to Menteri Besar Abu Bakar Hamzah following her decision to reject the position of press secretary to his office.

By Azizah Rahman · 6 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

Negri Sembilan's Political Crisis May Persist Even After Fresh Elections, Experts Warn

Political analysts warn that a snap election in Negri Sembilan may fail to end the state's ongoing crisis, despite 14 Barisan Nasional assemblymen abandoning Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun.

By Azizah Rahman · 5 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

Perlis Assembly Session Ends Without No-Confidence Vote Against MB Abu Bakar

Speculation about a no-confidence motion against Perlis Menteri Besar Abu Bakar Hamzah proved unfounded as the state legislative assembly wrapped up proceedings without any such vote taking place.

By Azizah Rahman · 5 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

Onn Hafiz positioned as strong choice for BN's state campaign

A political analyst has backed Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz as the most suitable candidate to represent Barisan Nasional in the next state election, citing his solid performance and clean political record.

By Azizah Rahman · 5 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

Negeri Sembilan State Assembly Dissolved, Election Set to Follow

Negeri Sembilan's 36-seat State Legislative Assembly will be formally dissolved tomorrow following approval from the Yang Dipertuan Besar, Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun announced tonight.

By Azizah Rahman · 4 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

Negri Sembilan MB to make special announcement at 11pm

Negri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun is scheduled to deliver a special announcement tonight, fuelling speculation about a possible state assembly dissolution.

By Azizah Rahman · 4 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

Perlis MB Dismisses Calls to Revisit Statutory Declaration Controversy

Perlis Menteri Besar Abu Bakar Hamzah has declined to reopen discussions about statutory declarations that precipitated the collapse of the earlier state government, calling it outdated.

By Azizah Rahman · 4 Jun 2026 · 1 min read

Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Calls for Space to Allow Perlis MB to Govern Until Assembly Term Ends

The Raja of Perlis has expressed support for Menteri Besar Abu Bakar Hamza, calling on political figures to allow him the space needed to govern effectively until the current assembly term concludes.