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Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed, the 76-year-old former Jeli Member of Parliament, has firmly ruled out returning to electoral politics in GE16, urging the younger generation to assume leadership responsibilities in the country's political arena.
Umno has pushed back against PKR Youth over seat allocation demands for the Melaka election, arguing that coalition seat distribution must be decided through formal negotiations between party leaders rather than through youth wing pressure.
An Umno Supreme Council member has rejected suggestions that his party and Barisan Nasional bear responsibility for Tabung Haji's financial difficulties, cautioning against weaponising the Royal Commission of Inquiry's conclusions.
Former Umno Supreme Council member Puad Zarkashi is calling for documentation of any warning issued to civil servants, questioning whether Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi is deliberately creating friction within Malaysia's unity government.
A senior Umno figure has clarified that Barisan Nasional will continue operating under an informal understanding with Perikatan Nasional rather than formalizing their political arrangement, citing lessons from past coalition experiences.
An Umno supreme council member has pushed back against criticism of Barisan Nasional and Umno over Tabung Haji's mounting difficulties, arguing the coalition should not shoulder blame for the pilgrim savings institution's troubles.
Barisan Nasional and Umno will not shield anyone implicated in wrongdoing once the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry concludes, says BN chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
Kedah Umno's information chief has cautioned against using previous election outcomes to determine seat allocations between Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional, citing rapid shifts in political dynamics and voter behaviour.
Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed, the veteran politician who recently rejoined Umno, has announced he will not contest the upcoming general election, citing difficulties with physical mobility.
Datuk Seri Jalaluddin Alias, Negri Sembilan Umno Liaison Committee chairman, has explained that he did not attend the menteri besar swearing-in ceremony due to inadequate notification.
The MCA's recent victory in Chennah, unseating DAP's Loke Siew Fook, underscores how Chinese-based parties within Barisan Nasional gain electoral advantage when Umno successfully mobilises its Malay voter base.
Negri Sembilan Umno Liaison Committee chairman Datuk Seri Jalaluddin Alias has denied feeling disappointed about not securing the menteri besar position, emphasizing that Barisan Nasional's return to power remained his primary focus.
UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has expressed profound condolences following the deaths of Maran UMNO Youth chief Mohd Radzi Rahimi, his wife, and brother-in-law in a tragic accident in Bentong.
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Negeri Sembilan UMNO's top leader has appealed for complete support behind the state's newly installed Menteri Besar, urging party structures to unite and allow fresh leadership to govern without interference.
Barisan Nasional's Umno party secured victory with candidates representing both ends of the age spectrum in Negeri Sembilan's latest state election, signalling the coalition's broad intergenerational appeal.
Umno's secretary-general has cautioned the party to remain grounded following Barisan Nasional's Negri Sembilan election success, warning against repeating historical patterns of overconfidence that previously damaged the coalition.
Umno vice-president Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail has indicated that Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional have not commenced formal talks regarding coalition arrangements for the next general election, with focus currently on stabilising Negeri Sembilan's new administration.
Three candidates are being considered for Negeri Sembilan's Menteri Besar position following the state election. Kuala Pilah UMNO chief Ismail Lassim, 67, is the frontrunner alongside two other senior figures from the victorious Barisan Nasional-Perikatan Nasional coalition.
Barisan Nasional has narrowed the field to three candidates for Negri Sembilan's Menteri Besar position, with the state's Umno chairman Datuk Seri Jalaluddin Alias among the contenders being considered.
Umno secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has announced that the Barisan Nasional-Perikatan Nasional coalition is leading in 18 seats across Negri Sembilan's state election race.
Perikatan Nasional voluntarily adopted a supporting position in Johor's state election to safeguard Umno's grip on power, according to PAS leadership.
Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani has appealed to Negri Sembilan voters to prioritise selecting capable leaders, urging them not to allow tangential political concerns to dictate their voting choices.
A former Umno official contends that Barisan Nasional chairman Zahid Hamidi's criticism of Perikatan Nasional's Sanusi Nor demonstrates the coalition remains hesitant about deepening its relationship with PN, citing sensitivity toward non-Malay voters.
Pakatan Harapan's legal division has filed police reports against two Umno leaders, alleging improper campaign remarks about the Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar appointment and claims concerning DAP's governance role in the state.
A former Umno Supreme Council member claims that Sanusi Nor interprets the BN-PN alliance as fundamentally a Malay-Muslim initiative between PAS and Umno, with other coalition members excluded from meaningful participation.
UMNO Information Chief Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said has condemned remarks by Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Mohd Nor suggesting non-Malays have alternate homelands, arguing the Federal Constitution protects all citizens equally.
Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani has indicated that Barisan Nasional's success in Negri Sembilan depends on whether voters find the coalition's election manifesto compelling and worthy of their support.
Umno Supreme Council member Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan has rejected assertions from the opposition that BN would lose ground to PN, expressing confidence in the coalition's political strength and electoral prospects.
A senior Umno figure has reassured non-Malay communities that the coalition arrangement between Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional poses no threat to their political voice and socioeconomic standing.
Umno secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has demanded that anyone implicated in wrongdoing at Tabung Haji face consequences when the RCI findings are released.
Perikatan Nasional's Klawang candidate Danni Rais has rejected suggestions that Umno grassroots members are undermining his campaign, asserting that all polling district centres operate under coordinated PN-BN management.
Barisan Nasional will continue its participation in the Unity Government following a resolution at UMNO's recent General Assembly, party chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi declared. The commitment comes as political tensions persist over ministerial conduct.
A senior Bersatu official has dismissed suggestions that Barisan Nasional's convincing Johor election victory will automatically translate into similar support across other Malaysian states, warning of overconfidence within Umno leadership.
Umno has rejected suggestions that Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional are developing a joint manifesto for the upcoming Negri Sembilan election, signalling no formal electoral coalition between the two blocs.
Senator Datuk Nur Jazlan Mohamed has secured a second term as Deputy Speaker of Dewan Negara, with his appointment running until June 2029. He was nominated by Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir on behalf of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Umno division leaders in Negeri Sembilan are unhappy with the allocation of 11 state seats to PN partners, with particular frustration over Wawasan receiving four seats despite contesting its inaugural election.
Umno vice-president Khaled has urged voters in Negeri Sembilan to deliver a decisive rejection of Bersatu in upcoming elections, drawing parallels with the coalition's complete wipeout in Johor and seeking to eliminate their political foothold before the next general election.
Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin has called on Negri Sembilan voters to decisively reject Bersatu in the state election, arguing the move will enable direct contests in the next general election.
Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has defended Barisan Nasional's electoral understanding with Perikatan Nasional ahead of Negri Sembilan polls, countering pressure from Pakatan Harapan leadership to reassess federal cooperation.
The Barisan Nasional coalition has pledged to conduct a civil and ethical campaign in the upcoming Negeri Sembilan state election, with Umno's deputy leadership emphasizing respect for democratic processes.
Barisan Nasional will defer naming its Negeri Sembilan chief minister candidate until after the coalition wins the upcoming state election, according to state Umno chief Jalaluddin Alias, who indicates multiple leaders are qualified for the role.
Senior Umno figures Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani and Datuk Seri Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor attended the Tampin nomination centre to publicly support Barisan Nasional candidates running in the Negri Sembilan state election.
Barisan Nasional's top echelon turned out in force across Negeri Sembilan's eight nomination centres, with party chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and fellow senior figures personally accompanying candidates seeking state assembly seats.
Datuk Seri Najib Razak, Malaysia's former prime minister, will undergo a heart procedure, his legal team confirmed. The announcement comes amid ongoing legal matters.
Barisan Nasional is reportedly evaluating former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin as a candidate for the Rembau state seat in Negeri Sembilan, with discussions also touching on his potential as a Menteri Besar candidate, signalling fresh positioning within the coalition.
Political analysts say Umno and Pas are unlikely to forge a formal coalition ahead of Negri Sembilan state elections, even after Barisan Nasional's dominant performance in Johor.
Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has firmly rejected suggestions that the party has reached any agreement with Pas regarding seat distribution for the upcoming Negri Sembilan state election.
Former Umno Supreme Council member Isham Jalil has applied to join PAS, stating he seeks to advance his political career with an organization free from corruption.
Umno has announced that Barisan Nasional is maintaining the lead in 43 seats during the Johor state election, signalling a strong performance for the ruling coalition in the southern state.
Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has sidestepped questions about his earlier pledge to resign if Umno achieved a landslide victory in Johor, choosing instead to emphasize his commitment to serving constituents.
Malaysia's Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin has reassured Johor voters that the Federal Constitution safeguards cooperation between federal and state governments even when led by different political coalitions.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has paid tribute to Datuk Jailani Harun, a respected journalist and media aide to UMNO's leadership, following his death at Serdang Hospital at age 66.
Datuk Jailani Harun, a former journalist serving as diplomatic officer to UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, has passed away at Hospital Serdang. He was 33 according to his eldest daughter.
PAS has reaffirmed its readiness to collaborate with Umno, with the party's information chief stating that recent comments from Barisan Nasional leadership do not alter the Islamic party's position on potential post-election cooperation.
Approximately 200 members from multiple political parties, spearheaded by a former Bersatu leader, have switched allegiance to Umno in Pontian ahead of the Johor election, signalling confidence in Barisan Nasional's governance approach.
Umno MP for Sembrong Hisham Samsudin has advised Barisan Nasional campaign workers to prioritize direct voter engagement over speculation about electoral outcomes, emphasizing that voters ultimately determine results.
Barisan Nasional is targeting more than 40 of 56 seats in the Johor state election, with UMNO officials expressing confidence based on strong grassroots activity and voter engagement across the state's 26 parliamentary constituencies.
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Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has downplayed the significance of PAS calls to reject Pakatan Harapan in upcoming Johor elections, insisting such rhetoric becomes relevant only when translated into concrete ballot support for Barisan Nasional.
Khairy Jamaluddin says Umno and Barisan Nasional must directly engage with PAS supporters in constituencies where the Islamist party is not fielding candidates to secure stronger electoral turnout.
Johor Umno's information chief has rejected claims that the Barisan Nasional coalition is losing ground in the state, characterising such predictions as unfounded political rhetoric.
Umno secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has defended Pas's decision to instruct supporters to vote for Barisan Nasional candidates in Johor constituencies, pushing back against Pakatan Harapan's public objections to the arrangement.
An Umno politician contends that his prior election success in Bukit Pasir, within the Pagoh parliamentary district, demonstrates that constituents vote on merit rather than the pull of prominent senior leaders, marking a potential erosion of established political dominance.
Johor Umno's deputy chairman has rejected DAP assertions that Barisan Nasional's support base is crumbling, insisting the coalition retains voter confidence despite recent political turbulence.