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Women candidates achieved modest gains in Johor's 16th state election, winning 10 of 56 assembly seats. Seven victors came from BN while three represented PH, signalling continued but limited female representation in state politics.
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has filed a police report regarding circulation of an AI-generated video containing false allegations against her, calling for firm action against defamation targeting women politicians.
Penang's Pakatan Harapan coalition wants to increase women candidates in future state elections, though finding willing contenders remains problematic. The party reaffirms its 30% representation target.