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UMNO's Azalina Othman Said has urged Johor voters to back Barisan Nasional candidates in the upcoming state election, arguing that continuity with the incumbent state government ensures effective service delivery to constituents.
Johor Umno leaders have strongly rejected accusations levelled by former legislative assembly speaker Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi concerning the June 1 dissolution of the state assembly, characterizing the claims as malicious.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim convened the 149th Meeting of Menteris Besar and Chief Ministers at Parliament, prioritising economic recovery strategies as global geopolitical tensions persist.
Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim says the MADANI Government adheres to the Federal Constitution when distributing financial allocations to states. The clarification follows Johor's Regent calling for a fairer revenue share.
The United Kinabalu Progressive Organisation has formally joined Gabungan Rakyat Sabah, becoming the coalition's sixth component party. UPKO President Datuk Ewon Benedick pledged the party's commitment to strengthening GRS's governance of Sabah.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke and Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi presented a united front at their first meeting since an online disagreement, though subtle tensions remained evident during the transport ministry event.
Johor State Legislative Assembly Speaker Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi will not defend his Rengit seat in the July 11 state election, saying at 69 he believes younger candidates should lead the state forward.