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Barisan Nasional firmly rejects claims of attempting to destabilize the Unity Government, with Deputy PM Ahmad Zahid declaring the coalition's resolve will not falter until the 15th Parliament concludes.
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.
Barisan Nasional is aiming to expand its foothold in Johor, with party chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi signalling confidence the coalition will win more seats than it did previously.
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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has pledged to bring karate's inclusion in the MSSM championships to Cabinet for consideration, responding to calls from sporting bodies to boost grassroots development.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved a high-level committee meeting on foreign workers to address labour shortages affecting multiple sectors, particularly food and beverage operations.
Barisan Nasional has adopted a measured response to recent departures by senior figures ahead of the Johor state election on July 11, with party leadership affirming its commitment to the 56 candidates contesting the polls.
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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has firmly rejected suggestions that he imposed restrictions on the Johor Menteri Besar's involvement with Felda, stating no such directive was ever issued or communicated.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi praised Bagan Datuk, Perak, for achieving the highest performance among the state's districts in the 2025 STPM examination with a CGPA of 3.25 and a perfect pass rate.