
Voters Seek Steady Leadership Over Populist Rhetoric, Says Shahril
Former Umno information chief Shahril Hamdan suggests Malaysian voters are increasingly drawn to composed, measured leaders who avoid inflammatory statements and unrealistic pledges.
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Former Umno information chief Shahril Hamdan suggests Malaysian voters are increasingly drawn to composed, measured leaders who avoid inflammatory statements and unrealistic pledges.

Rengit assemblyman Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi has decided against defending his seat in the Johor state election scheduled for July 11, citing his age of 69 as the primary reason.

Johor Barisan Nasional deputy chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Maslan has confirmed he will sit out the upcoming state election, citing a desire to allow other candidates opportunities despite earlier speculation about his candidacy.