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Former DAP legislator Ong Kian Ming is appealing to party delegates to support a motion for DAP to leave Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's coalition government during this Sunday's party congress.
Malaysia's Aug 1 Negri Sembilan state election could fundamentally reshape the federal coalition. A victory for the emerging PAS-Barisan alignment would test whether the national unity government can withstand regional electoral setbacks.
Bersama's Rafizi Ramli has taken a satirical dig at fellow politician Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi, quipping about his political realignment following a public embrace with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at a weekend event.
With Johor's state election looming, political insiders predict a comfortable Barisan Nasional victory despite the coalition's partnership with Pakatan Harapan in federal government—a paradox revealing self-interest as the true driver of Malaysian politics.
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Umno Supreme Council member Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi has announced his departure from the party, a significant move coming ahead of Johor's state election. His exit raises questions about party cohesion and political realignments in the state.