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Datuk Dr. Mohd. Puad Zarkashi resigned from UMNO today, alleging that Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi personally told him the Johor Royal Palace ordered the June 1 state assembly dissolution — raising serious constitutional questions just two days before nomination day.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on Immigration Department staff to maintain the highest ethical standards and reject corruption, emphasising compassion and professionalism in service delivery.
Malaysia's Economy Minister has urged businesses and the public to prepare for economic pressures stemming from Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz, warning that geopolitical instability threatens supply chains and inflation.
South Korean authorities have launched raids on the National Election Commission as part of a corruption investigation into former chief Roh Tae-ak, who allegedly misused public funds for personal travel and spousal expenses.
Malaysia is developing its own framework to manage refugees and asylum seekers without external reliance, as outlined in the National Security Council Directive No. 23 revised in 2023, Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced.
PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang's assertion that his party drove Barisan Nasional's Johor victory has broader implications for Malaysian coalition politics, particularly threatening the careful political balance maintained in Negri Sembilan, Sabah and Sarawak.
Pakatan Harapan will centre its Negeri Sembilan state election campaign on administrative continuity and Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun's economic achievements, including increased zakat collections and foreign investment, Communications Director Fahmi Fadzil announced.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has cautioned government officials to maintain discipline and avoid criticising federal coalition partners during state election campaigns, warning that such conduct could damage Malaysia's political environment.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will hit the campaign trail for Pakatan Harapan in Negeri Sembilan this Wednesday, joining events in Sikamat and Paroi as the coalition pursues victory in the 16th state election scheduled for August 1.
Malaysia's Dewan Negara has approved the Cyber Security Bill 2026, a comprehensive legislative overhaul designed to modernise cybercrime enforcement and replace the outdated Computer Crimes Act 1997 with stronger protections.
Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun faces a three-way battle to retain the Linggi seat against Barisan Nasional's Datuk Mohd Faizal Ramli and Bersatu's Datuk Zamri Md Said in the August 1 state polls.
Negeri Sembilan's upcoming state election reveals a fragmented political landscape, with three-cornered contests dominating and straight fights plummeting. Two constituencies will see five-way battles.
Negri Sembilan's snap election has become a crucial battleground for Malay voters, with Barisan and Pakatan equally confident. The race exposes strains in the Madani government coalition and involves two rival leaders—former Mentri Besar Tok Mat and caretaker Tok Min—competing for legitimacy.
Barisan Nasional has committed to remaining within the Unity Government framework, with party chairman Ahmad Zahid emphasising that the decision reflects a resolution passed at UMNO's General Assembly, the party's highest decision-making body.
Bukit Mertajam MP Steven Sim has demanded a thorough investigation into a human trafficking network exposed in Berapit, calling on police to pursue all perpetrators including organizers with urgency.
South Korea's acting police chief has announced comprehensive reforms including new investigative task forces and civilian oversight bodies, responding to public outcry over alleged collusion in a high-profile murder case involving a suspect whose father is a serving officer.
Negeri Sembilan's state election showcases substantial generational shifts as Pakatan Harapan, Barisan Nasional, and Perikatan Nasional field notable proportions of first-time candidates alongside veteran politicians seeking new constituencies or re-election.
A 20-year-old and 18-year-old from England have received five-and-a-half-year prison sentences for orchestrating a significant cyberattack on Transport for London in 2024, gaining access to millions of customer records.
The Rantau state seat in Negeri Sembilan's upcoming election will feature a direct contest between Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan of Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Harapan's Dr Azizul Hakim Mahdi, following nomination closure.