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Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari has affirmed that the State Assembly Speaker holds authority to comment on matters concerning an assemblyman's status, while the Election Commission will make final decisions based on the Speaker's announcement.
Selangor's leadership is examining whether a by-election may be necessary following concerns about a representative's qualifications. Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari is consulting legal experts before proceeding.
Malaysia's Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has proposed a national census to determine which fruit should be designated as Malaysia's official national fruit, following competing proposals from the durian and pineapple industries.
Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor has warned he will pursue legal recourse and file police reports against those he believes have deliberately distorted his public remarks, signalling escalating tensions around political messaging.
Barisan Nasional has formally designated Jalaluddin as its principal contender for the menteri besar position in Negeri Sembilan, with BN leader Zahid noting that final appointment requires the Yang di-Pertuan Besar's consent.
Johor's newly appointed State Executive Council will be formally sworn in at Istana Bukit Serene, with the Regent presiding over the ceremony that formalises the government lineup following BN's decisive election victory.
The Federal Land Development Authority has appointed Tan Sri Ahmad Badri Mohd Zahir as its new chairman. The 30-year veteran brings extensive experience from top roles including Treasury Secretary-General and EPF chairman.
Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, the Johor Barisan Nasional chairman and Machap assemblyman, arrived at Istana Bukit Serene for his swearing-in as Johor Menteri Besar, following the coalition's dominant performance in yesterday's state election.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has questioned the hastiness of dissolving the Johor state assembly in the lead-up to the July 11 election, suggesting the decision lacked proper consideration.
The Sultan of Pahang has publicly recognized government investment in the state's development, particularly flood mitigation schemes that protect vulnerable communities during monsoon seasons.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has clarified that the proposed expansion of KEJORA is designed to coordinate development efforts across south-eastern Johor, not to acquire land in the region.
PKR Youth leader Kamil Munim has alleged that Johor's state administration under Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi refused to allow Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim access to government facilities, raising questions about political tensions.
Negeri Sembilan's ruler has approved a royal audience ceremony to formally install Muhammad Faris Johari, 29, as the 11th Undang of Luak Sungei Ujong, following proper adat procedures and the dismissal of his predecessor.
Johor's Barisan Nasional coalition has strongly rejected allegations by former legislative assembly speaker Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi, dismissing claims connecting the Johor palace to political interference as baseless and dangerous.
Johor's caretaker menteri besar Onn Hafiz has defended the Sultan's approval for the state assembly's dissolution, characterizing it as a routine constitutional requirement rather than political intervention by the palace.
Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has rejected allegations that he claimed the palace ordered the dissolution of the state assembly, pushing back against comments attributed to him.
A senior Kedah state official is scheduled to face charges tomorrow in relation to claims surrounding university admissions. The exco member has pledged to persist in advocating for transparency.