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Zahid Responds to PM's Unity Message with Symbolic Pantun

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi exchanged traditional Malay verses with PM Anwar Ibrahim in George Town, using the ancient literary form to convey messages about resilience and national unity amid political challenges.

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No Grounds for BN Ministers to Step Down, Says Zahid

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has pushed back against suggestions that BN ministers should resign, arguing the coalition's representatives are delivering on their responsibilities and deserve to remain in office.

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Over 13,000 Postal Votes Cast in Negeri Sembilan Election

Malaysia's Election Commission has distributed 13,263 postal ballot papers to eligible voters ahead of the August 1 Negeri Sembilan state election, with ballots issued to election officials, overseas citizens, and security personnel.

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MACC Must Probe eFishery Deal Despite No Wrongdoing Signals, Anwar Says

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has indicated that preliminary scrutiny of the Retirement Fund Incorporated's RM163.4 million investment in Indonesian aquaculture firm eFishery reveals no apparent impropriety, though he maintains the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission must conduct a formal investigation.

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Umno Youth Chief Defends Coalition Cooperation as PH Demands Review

Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has rejected calls from PKR Youth for Pakatan Harapan to reconsider its federal government partnership with Barisan Nasional, following BN's electoral cooperation with Perikatan Nasional in the Negri Sembilan state election.

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PM Anwar Launches AI Avatar to Engage with Malaysian Public

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has unveiled an artificial intelligence avatar as a platform for citizens to share views and engage in dialogue about governance. The initiative aims to broaden public participation, particularly among younger Malaysians.

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Johor's 2.7 Million Voters Cast Ballots in 16th State Election

Johor held its 16th state election today with 2.7 million eligible voters participating across 1,076 polling centres. The election determines representation for all 56 state assembly seats, with 172 candidates contesting from eight political parties.

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Anwar Defends Kedah Development Record Amid Sanusi Tensions

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pushed back against criticism from Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, reaffirming his commitment to developing the northern state despite political differences between their respective coalitions.

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Beyond the Ballot: How Malaysia's Political Parties Govern Themselves

Malaysia's Johor state election raises critical questions about internal party governance and institutional accountability. The resignation of a senior UMNO figure exposes tensions about who truly controls political decisions and whether reform commitments can survive partisan pressures.

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KUSKOP Pledges Crackdown on Political Patronage in Fund Approvals

Malaysia's Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives has declared zero tolerance for political patronage in fund applications, pledging that entrepreneurs need only meet eligibility criteria—not party connections—to access government financing.

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PM Anwar: Opposition Unites Against My Anti-Corruption Drive

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has claimed that opposition parties are joining forces to undermine his government because of its firm stance against corruption and misuse of public office. He made the remarks while campaigning in Johor ahead of state elections.

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Some 200 Defectors Join Umno's Johor Campaign Push

About 200 members from various political parties, including a former Bersatu leader, have switched to Umno, expressing faith in the party and Barisan Nasional's direction ahead of the Johor election.

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Return Home to Vote, Fahmi Tells Johoreans Living Abroad

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has made a direct appeal to Johorean voters living and working outside the state to return for the 16th Johor State Election on July 11, emphasising their civic duty.

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Perling's BN Candidate Banks on Ground-Level Connection

P. Pannir Selvam, Barisan Nasional's candidate for Perling in the Johor state election, is employing small-group sessions and face-to-face voter engagement as his primary campaign strategy, prioritizing personal connection over digital channels.

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Johor Must Remain BN's Political Stronghold, Says Ahmad Zahid

BN chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has stressed that Johor must remain the coalition's stronghold, framing the upcoming state election as crucial for UMNO's resurgence. He urged party unity while dismissing criticism over candidate selection.

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Anwar urges election decorum as Johor ballot approaches

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on all parties competing in the Johor election to conduct their campaigns with dignity and respect, warning against arrogant behaviour and emphasizing the importance of upholding good values throughout the electoral process.

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BN Stands Firm on Solo Rule If It Wins Johor Election

Barisan Nasional's Johor chapter has firmly rejected the prospect of governing with coalition partners, insisting it will lead any post-election government independently if it secures sufficient support from voters.

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Bersama Could Rival PAS for Young Voters, Says Party VP

PAS's vice-president has acknowledged that Bersama, a newer political movement, could attract younger voters and first-time participants in elections, even as the Islamic party maintains strong support among its traditional base.

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