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Dr Maszlee Malik, a former education minister, has surfaced as a potential candidate for PKR in the upcoming Johor state election, signalling the party's strategic positioning in the southern state.
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Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has rejected Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's criticism of Barisan Nasional's decision to contest the state election independently, arguing the coalition remains strong and committed to the federal government.
Johor DAP chairman Teo Nie Ching has condemned what she describes as a coordinated smear campaign involving digitally altered campaign posters designed to mislead voters before the June 27 nomination day.
A PAS lawmaker has cautioned Bersatu against fielding candidates independently in upcoming Johor and Negri Sembilan state elections, arguing that internal competition within the Malay-Muslim bloc risks splitting votes and allowing Pakatan Harapan to capitalise on division.
Johor State Legislative Assembly Speaker Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi will not seek re-election in the Rengit constituency for the July 11 state polls, prioritising generational renewal in UMNO's candidate slate.
Bersatu is accelerating its election preparations alongside allied parties in the Ikatan Prihatin Rakyat coalition, proceeding without waiting for Perikatan Nasional's stalled leadership meetings on Johor and Negri Sembilan electoral strategy.
Johor Barisan Nasional deputy chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Maslan has ruled out contesting in the upcoming Johor state election, saying other candidates deserve the opportunity to represent the party.
Barisan Nasional's secretary-general has expressed confidence that newly formed political parties will not undermine the coalition's performance in forthcoming Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections.
Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia has reaffirmed its commitment to Perikatan Nasional, with party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin announcing the party will contest forthcoming state elections in Johor and Negri Sembilan using the coalition's official symbol.
Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has reaffirmed the party's commitment to Perikatan Nasional, stating it will contest upcoming state elections in Johor and Negeri Sembilan under the PN logo despite recent tensions within the coalition.
Bersatu will contest directly against Pas in Johor if both parties pursue overlapping constituencies, party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has declared, signalling potential coalition friction ahead of elections.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on Johor voters to elect leaders demonstrating integrity and humility, warning against politicians who exploit sentiments for votes without delivering results.