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Former Johor menteri besar Datuk Dr Sahruddin Jamal has confirmed he will contest the Bukit Kepong state assembly seat in the upcoming 16th Johor election scheduled for July 11.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim headlined Pakatan Harapan's candidate announcement for Johor's 16th state election on 22 June, framing the coalition's campaign around principled leadership and Malaysia Madani values.
The Democratic Action Party has selected 33-year-old lawyer Chu Poh Yee to contest the Mengkibol state seat in the upcoming Johor election, part of a broader push to increase female representation in the party's slate.
Muda has strengthened its relationship with Bersatu in Johor but has not yet finalised any electoral cooperation framework for the forthcoming state election, leaving coalition options open.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has denounced attempts to destabilise the Negeri Sembilan government, describing the moves as constituting a betrayal of public trust and democratic principles.
Pas has reaffirmed its backing for the Perlis state government, respecting the Raja of Perlis's position even as the Bersatu party's exit reshapes the political landscape.
The Perlis state government is expected to remain stable despite the breakdown of its PAS-Bersatu partnership. A political analyst believes PAS will avoid actions that could destabilise the administration, particularly given the Perlis ruler's preference for governmental continuity.
Two Bersatu members serving as executive councillors in Kelantan will remain in their posts and discharge their responsibilities as normal, even after Pas withdrew from its political partnership with Bersatu.
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.
Parti Bersama Malaysia will proceed with its independent campaign in the Johor state election, even though it faces the possibility of losing its election deposit.
Caretaker Negri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun attributes the state election to the withdrawal of support by Barisan Nasional representatives, characterizing their move as a betrayal of his administration.
Caretaker Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi is widely expected to retain his Machap state seat when the Johor state election is held.
The formal installation of Tunku Nadzaruddin Tuanku Ja'afar as Negri Sembilan's 12th Yang di-Pertuan Besar has significantly escalated the ongoing succession crisis in the state.
Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh suggests the state election will occur after Johor and Negeri Sembilan conclude their polls, with no urgent pressure to dissolve the state assembly.
The Democratic Action Party has postponed its national congress to concentrate efforts on upcoming elections in Johor and Negeri Sembilan, where it aims to retain all existing seats.
GPS vice-chairman hints that Sarawak's 13th state election will occur within 100 days, suggesting a ballot before the final quarter ends.
Negri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun is scheduled to deliver a special announcement tonight, fuelling speculation about a possible state assembly dissolution.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that state governments retain the authority to determine whether to dissolve their respective state assemblies.
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.
Parti Bersama Malaysia is fielding candidates in the 16th Johor state election, marking its inaugural foray into state-level politics and serving as a gauge of support at the grassroots level.
PAS is pursuing more than 10 seats in the upcoming Johor state election, prioritising winnable constituencies while bolstering Perikatan Nasional's collective campaign and liaising with allied factions.
Negri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun cancelled a scheduled press conference at Wisma Negeri, citing official engagements requiring his attention.
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Yang Dipertuan Besar Negeri Sembilan Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir received Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun in Seremban today. The nearly two-hour meeting is part of the executive's regular weekly schedule before State Executive Council proceedings.
Multiple vehicles carrying Negri Sembilan Pakatan Harapan state assemblymen were observed arriving at Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun's official residence in Seremban today.
Johor's Speaker Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi has formally submitted the state assembly dissolution proclamation to the Election Commission, enabling the poll commission to establish dates for the upcoming 16th state election.
Senior Pakatan Harapan figures and state assemblymen in Negri Sembilan gathered at the menteri besar's official residence, with observers suggesting the meeting relates to anticipated state elections.
Johor Barisan Nasional's candidate list submitted by Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz is undergoing assessment, Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid announced. BN aims to win over 40 seats in the upcoming election.
A single-day sitting of the Johor state assembly has sparked speculation about a possible June dissolution, with DAP lawmaker Liow Cai Tung questioning the sparse agenda.
The Democratic Action Party has thrown its weight behind dissolving the Negeri Sembilan state assembly to break the current political impasse, with secretary-general Loke Siew Fook confirming the party has communicated its stance to menteri besar Aminuddin Harun.
Umno deputy president Tok Mat has suggested dissolving the Negeri Sembilan state assembly as the ideal way to end the current political impasse. He argues this would enable Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun to demonstrate he commands the backing of the majority of assemblymen.