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Datuk Ismail Lasim, newly sworn Menteri Besar of Negeri Sembilan, visited his parents' graves at Tebing Tinggi Muslim cemetery in Kuala Pilah on August 2, shortly after taking his oath of office before the state's ruler.
Newly sworn-in Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim has pledged his administration will uphold the state's royal institution and preserve its customs and traditions as core governance principles.
Datuk Ismail Lasim has been sworn in as Negeri Sembilan's new Menteri Besar, pledging a transparent and people-centric administration that balances economic progress with social welfare while upholding the state's unique Adat Perpatih traditions.
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Barisan Nasional has thanked Negeri Sembilan's ruler, Tuanku Muhriz, for approving Datuk Ismail Lasim's appointment as Menteri Besar. The appointment follows elections where BN won 18 seats.
Senior Malaysian cabinet ministers have congratulated Datuk Ismail Lasim following his swearing-in as the new Menteri Besar of Negeri Sembilan, with Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi and Defence Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin expressing confidence in his leadership.
Negeri Sembilan has declared August 3 a public holiday to reward citizens and acknowledge contributions to the state's successful 16th election. The declaration follows Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim's swearing-in ceremony.
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Negeri Sembilan's new Menteri Besar is being sworn in today at Istana Besar Seri Menanti following the state election, where Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional secured a combined two-thirds majority.
Datuk Ismail Lasim, the Kuala Pilah UMNO chief and Supreme Council member, has emerged as a leading candidate for Negeri Sembilan's Menteri Besar position following Barisan Nasional's strong showing in the state election.
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Barisan Nasional has formally submitted three candidates for the Menteri Besar position in Negeri Sembilan to Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir, with the ruler retaining full discretion in selecting the state's next chief minister.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi will meet with Negri Sembilan's Yang di-Pertuan Besar before finalising the coalition's Menteri Besar candidate, signalling a consultative approach to the state leadership selection.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has formally proposed three candidates to the Negri Sembilan palace for the state's top executive position, signalling the coalition's readiness to lead the state administration.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has campaigned in Negeri Sembilan urging voters to grant Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun another term, positioning the state as a model of good governance for Malaysia and the region.
UMNO's Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has challenged Pakatan Harapan to reveal its backup Menteri Besar candidate should caretaker leader Aminuddin Harun lose the Linggi constituency in Negri Sembilan's upcoming election.
DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has dismissed criticism from Umno's Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki over his suitability as Pakatan Harapan's menteri besar candidate for Negeri Sembilan, characterizing the remarks as partisan mud-slinging.
Barisan Nasional has named Jalaluddin as its frontrunner for the menteri besar position in Negeri Sembilan, though the final appointment remains subject to the Yang di-Pertuan Besar's formal consent.
Barisan Nasional chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has indicated that Jalaluddin is the coalition's top pick for Negri Sembilan Menteri Besar, while stressing that BN has multiple capable leaders ready for the role.
Perikatan Nasional has identified Negri Sembilan Umno chairman Jalaluddin Alias as a potential menteri besar candidate following a coalition understanding with Barisan Nasional for the August 1 state election.
Perikatan Nasional has signalled its readiness to yield the Menteri Besar position in Negeri Sembilan to Barisan Nasional should their coalition prevail in forthcoming state elections, according to senior coalition figures.
Johor's State Executive Council swearing-in ceremony has been postponed by one day to Saturday. The event was originally scheduled at Istana Bukit Serene but no explanation was offered for the delay.
Johor's chief minister has called for a thorough inquiry into reports of Israeli involvement in the Network School educational initiative, citing concerns over foreign influence in Malaysia's education sector.
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The Johor palace is set to swear in a new Menteri Besar at Istana Bukit Serene, with the identity of the appointee remaining undisclosed until the official ceremony begins.
Johor's government has declared Monday, July 13, 2026 a state holiday in recognition of voter participation in the 16th state election. The move follows Barisan Nasional's dominant performance, which secured 48 of 56 legislative seats.
Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has been reconfirmed as Johor Menteri Besar following Barisan Nasional's commanding victory, securing 48 of 56 state seats. The 48-year-old inherits a storied political lineage while focusing on economic development.
Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, the Johor Barisan Nasional chairman, arrived at Istana Bukit Serene for his swearing-in as the state's new Menteri Besar, following the coalition's overwhelming election victory.
Johor will swear in its new Menteri Besar this afternoon at Istana Bukit Serene following Barisan Nasional's commanding 48-seat election victory, though the identity remains undisclosed.
Perlis Menteri Besar Abu Bakar Hamzah has resigned from Bersatu's Supreme Leadership Council, citing heavy workload and limited time remaining in his term. He will retain his roles as state and division chief.
Johor's state election dialogue will proceed on schedule despite Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi unable to attend. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil and opposition candidate Dr Maszlee Malik are expected to participate.
PKR Youth has renewed warnings that Umno's preferred candidate may not automatically secure the menteri besar role in the forthcoming Johor state election, pivoting focus to which coalition can better drive economic and social advancement.
Pakatan Harapan has affirmed it will respect the constitutional authority of the Sultan of Johor to appoint the state's next Menteri Besar if the coalition wins the July 11 election, with candidate Maszlee Malik emphasizing the party's team-based approach.
Caretaker Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has cautioned against underestimating the Machap contest, signalling the unpredictability of the upcoming July 11 election despite his bid for a second term.
Caretaker Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi will contest the Machap seat in the imminent state election, seeking to retain his parliamentary position amid the political transition.
Johor's caretaker menteri besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi has pledged that royal counsel will serve as a performance benchmark for the state government, rather than becoming grounds for administrative stagnation.
Pakatan Harapan has made clear it will not hastily announce its menteri besar candidate for the forthcoming Johor state election, dismissing attempts by political rivals to force an early declaration.
Pakatan Harapan will decide its Johor Menteri Besar candidate only after securing electoral victory, with the selection process reserved for the coalition's top leadership, according to party official Loke.
PKR vice-president Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa has accused Johor's Barisan Nasional chairman of holding contradictory positions regarding whether Pakatan Harapan should publicly declare its menteri besar candidate before the state election.
PKR vice-president Zaliha Mustafa has questioned the logic behind Johor BN chairman Onn Hafiz Ghazi's call for Pakatan Harapan to publicly name its chief ministerial candidate, noting no such appointment is guaranteed.
Pakatan Harapan has reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the Sultan of Johor's constitutional authority to appoint the Menteri Besar, deflecting pressure to name a candidate before elections.
Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has underscored that becoming a public figure or political celebrity does not automatically translate into securing the state's top executive position, stressing the paramount importance of royal endorsement.
A political analyst has cautioned Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz against invoking the royal institution when responding to political criticism, recommending he rely instead on his administrative record and policy outcomes.
Johor's Chief Minister Onn Hafiz has pushed back against the Prime Minister's characterisation of his administration as uncooperative, asserting that the state maintains strong ties with Putrajaya despite occasional policy differences.