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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that state governments seeking additional funds for development projects involving Notices of Change must first renegotiate with the Federal Government, which cannot automatically approve budget increases.
A former DAP representative has publicly accused Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional of maintaining a secret understanding to jointly form Johor's state government, cautioning that such an alliance would shift governance toward conservative policies.
Perikatan Nasional president Muhyiddin Yassin has expressed confidence the opposition coalition possesses the numbers and momentum to govern future state administrations, with support from partners outside the bloc.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim convened the 149th gathering of Malaysia's state leaders to prioritise economic revitalisation amid escalating Middle Eastern conflicts and international uncertainty.
A retired Melaka state official has been charged with seven counts of misappropriation and cheating involving more than RM60,000, appearing before the Ayer Keroh Sessions Court.
Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim emphasizes that the MADANI Government allocates state funding according to the Federal Constitution, citing specific articles that outline the framework for capitation grants and revenue distribution.
PKR vice-president Zaliha has questioned the logic behind Johor BN chairman Onn Hafiz Ghazi's request for Pakatan Harapan to identify a poster boy for state elections, given the absence of certainty regarding menteri besar designation.
The United Kinabalu Progressive Organisation has officially joined Gabungan Rakyat Sabah as its sixth component party, pledging to support the state coalition's development agenda under Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor.
PAS will convene in Kota Baru to evaluate the executive councillor position currently held by Bersatu in the Kelantan state government, following the termination of their political cooperation framework.
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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.
Kedah's government looks set to remain steady following PAS's announcement to dissolve its political partnership with Bersatu, with analysts expecting minimal disruption to state administration.
Bersatu representatives in Kedah have pledged to continue supporting Menteri Besar Sanusi despite PAS withdrawing from their alliance, with no directive from party leadership to reverse course.
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The Kedah Menteri Besar has issued an ultimatum to Bersatu executive councillors: pledge support for the state administration or relinquish their positions, following PAS's recent exit from the state government.
Perlis PAS has assured residents that the state administration remains stable and operational following the national party's decision to end its alliance with Bersatu, with the state chapter prioritising continuity.
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Kedah's Menteri Besar has signalled that Bersatu state executive councillors can retain their positions in the state government, provided they pledge support to the PAS-led administration following the party's political realignment.
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.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged political leaders in Negri Sembilan to settle their differences through direct engagement rather than pursuing tribunal or court proceedings.
The Negri Sembilan DAP secretary has dismissed suggestions that a state Pakatan Harapan leadership meeting held at the menteri besar's official residence was an emergency session, characterising it instead as part of normal political proceedings.
Gerakan Reset Johor has called on Johor voters to use the forthcoming state election as an opportunity to review the incumbent government's performance over its four-year term in office.
Johor Amanah party leaders have voiced confidence that the electorate will continue backing a state administration that coordinates closely with Putrajaya's federal government.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has instructed all State Executive Council members, government departments and local authorities to intensify monitoring of development projects across the state to keep them on schedule.
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The Kedah Menteri Besar has departed from standard practice by permitting two assemblymen dismissed by Parti Pribumi Bersatu to retain their positions as executive councillor and deputy Speaker.
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The Kedah Menteri Besar has chosen to maintain two Bersatu assemblymen in senior state positions despite their expulsion from the party, marking an unusual departure from standard political practice.
A dispute has broken out between DAP and Johor's state government over how the Bantuan Kasih Johor elderly welfare scheme operates, with calls for the system to be streamlined.
Pahang has extended the deadline for 2026 quit rent payments to June 30, pushing back from the original May 31 date. The extension also includes a waiver of the standard 10 per cent late payment penalty.
Salleh Said Keruak, a former Sabah chief minister, has urged Umno to acknowledge its reduced influence in the state and shift to a secondary supporting role in state governance.
The Tengku Mahkota of Pahang has instructed the military to obtain royal permission before conducting exercises in waters off the state. He cautioned against potential environmental harm and warned the state government would intervene if proper protocols are violated.
Kelantan's water authority says current treatment capacity is inadequate, with only 529 million litres produced daily against rising demand. The state plans to build 17 new plants by 2030 to boost supply.