Kempas Result — Johor Election 2026 (PRN Johor Ke-16)
Live coverage of the Kempas seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for Malaysia to accelerate its adoption of drone and UAV technologies, positioning them as critical drivers of economic growth. The government pledges full regulatory support for the sector's expansion across defence and civil applications.
Live coverage of the Kempas seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
Live coverage of the Serom seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
A former DAP representative has alleged that Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional maintain a tacit understanding regarding state government formation in Johor, potentially resulting in more conservative governance.
Barisan Nasional chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has not dismissed the possibility of coalition discussions involving Pas and Wawasan Negara for the upcoming Johor state election.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reassured non-Muslims that plans to strengthen Malaysia's Syariah court system will not compromise their constitutional right to freely practise their religion.
Pakatan Harapan candidate Sharon Teo is contesting the Permas state seat against incumbent Baharudin Mohamed Taib, with road quality and welfare improvements as her core campaign themes ahead of Johor's July 11 election.
Malaysia's Election Commission has validated all 172 nomination papers for the upcoming Johor state election, with Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Harapan each fielding 56 candidates alongside seven other political entities.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officially inaugurate the completed LRT3 Shah Alam Line on Sunday, June 28. The 37.8-kilometre transit system serving two million residents along its 20-station corridor is now ready for passenger operations.
Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin remains bullish about Perikatan Nasional's prospects of taking power in Johor despite the coalition's modest footprint of just 33 contested seats out of 56 total.
Johor's 16th state election nomination process concluded smoothly across all 56 centres on June 27, with no reported disruptions. Police deployed nearly 5,000 officers and approved 26 campaign permits as officials warned parties to campaign responsibly.
Caretaker Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has sounded a note of caution regarding his bid for a second term, warning that the Machap state seat contest remains unpredictable despite expectations.
Perikatan Nasional chief Muhyiddin Yassin has signalled the coalition's readiness to lead future state administrations, emphasising backing from parties beyond its formal membership structure.
Md Ysahrudin Kusni is the Pakatan Harapan (PKR) candidate for the Bukit Naning state seat in the 16th Johor State Election. Here is a profile of the candidate and the contest ahead of polling day on July 11, 2026.
Lee Wern Yiing is the Pakatan Harapan (DAP) candidate for the Johor Jaya state seat in the 16th Johor State Election. Here is a profile of the candidate and the contest ahead of polling day on July 11, 2026.
Sharon Teo Siew Hui is the Pakatan Harapan (Amanah) candidate for the Permas state seat in the 16th Johor State Election. Here is a profile of the candidate and the contest ahead of polling day on July 11, 2026.
Many Malaysians are unsure of the difference between a state assemblyman and a Member of Parliament. With the Johor state election approaching, here is a clear explainer.