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At just 23 years old, Danish Hossman Abd Rahman is contesting the Johor Lama state seat as Pakatan Harapan's youngest candidate, citing PM Anwar Ibrahim's decades of principled struggle as his primary political inspiration.
Onn Abu Bakar is the Pakatan Harapan (PKR) candidate for the Senggarang state seat in the 16th Johor State Election. Here is a profile of the candidate and the contest ahead of polling day on July 11, 2026.
Yong Hui Yi is the Pakatan Harapan (DAP) candidate for the Yong Peng state seat in the 16th Johor State Election. Here is a profile of the candidate and the contest ahead of polling day on July 11, 2026.
Pakatan Harapan, Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional dominate Malaysian politics. Here is what each coalition is, who leads it, and how they line up in 2026.
Live coverage of the Jementah seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
Live coverage of the Parit Yaani seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
Malaysia's MACC and Customs Department are establishing a joint task force to combat corruption and tax evasion at the country's ports, addressing challenges in enforcement and container management.
Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has reiterated his commitment to resign from Cabinet if the country's judicial integrity is undermined, linking his stance to concerns about high-profile cases.
Melaka's DAP has announced its withdrawal from the state administration following a proposed constitutional amendment, prompting Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to appeal for a reconsideration of the decision.
Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah has assured Parliament that the Royal Malaysian Police will not protect any individual during high-profile investigations, emphasizing professional and transparent conduct regardless of political standing.
Thai authorities have dismantled a sophisticated network that allegedly facilitated Chinese women giving birth in Thailand and used fake Thai fathers to secure Thai nationality for their children, with over 160 suspected cases identified.
Singapore authorities arrested 17 people and seized more than S$720,000 during coordinated raids targeting illegal remote gambling networks across the island on July 6.
Malaysia's Defence Ministry anticipates receiving the investigation report into a fatal grenade explosion at Hobart Camp in Gurun by mid-July. The incident killed two military personnel during training, prompting a broader review of army safety protocols.
A Pakatan Harapan representative has filed a police complaint accusing Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz of orchestrating efforts to recruit TVET students for Barisan Nasional campaign activities, potentially breaching electoral laws.
Malaysia's communications watchdog has removed more than 11,600 pieces of deepfake content following nearly 12,500 complaints about artificial intelligence misuse since 2024, with complaints rising eightfold annually.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has appealed to all competing parties to avoid rehashing historical grievances during the Johor state election campaign, emphasizing instead the importance of a mature and respectful political contest.
Thailand is implementing strict 'Zero Trust' airport security protocols following a Thai Airways flight attendant's drug trafficking arrest in Australia, requiring all aviation staff to undergo identical screening as passengers.
