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Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi has announced his decision to step away from federal politics, declining to defend his Kapit parliamentary seat in the upcoming general election.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has directed the Election Commission to submit an updated report on Sarawak's proposed redelineation plan, reaffirming his administration's commitment to expanding the state assembly.
Selangor Speaker Lau Weng San is conducting an ongoing review of all state assemblymen across party lines to establish whether any assembly seats warrant declaration as vacant, with findings expected this week.
Selangor Speaker Lau Weng San says investigations into a state assemblyman facing bankruptcy allegations are continuing. He has not identified the lawmaker and will not comment until the probe concludes.
Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari has indicated that Speaker Lau Weng San has the authority to weigh in on allegations involving a state assemblyman's legal status, with decisions to follow proper legal procedures.
Selangor's Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari says a decision on a contested state seat will be finalised this week. The Election Commission will then determine whether a by-election is required following eligibility concerns.
Selangor's assembly speaker is poised to announce findings on Monday regarding allegations about a state assemblyman's eligibility. The ruling could determine whether a by-election becomes necessary.
Thirty-eight early voting centres across Negeri Sembilan accommodated 22,339 security forces personnel and their spouses on July 28, four days before the state election determines control of the 36-seat assembly.
Gemas assemblyman Ridzuan Ahmad has resigned as Tampin division chief of Bersatu and quit the party, citing the need for a more stable and people-centred political approach in Negeri Sembilan.
Johor's 16th state election commenced on July 11 with generally favourable weather across most polling centres, though Muar experienced heavy downpours. Over 2.7 million eligible voters participated in electing representatives for 56 contested seats.
Negeri Semibilan PKR has forwarded its slate of 16 candidates to party leadership, featuring women and younger contenders. The state election is scheduled for August 1.
Parti Bersama Malaysia has named 15 candidates for the 16th Johor state election, a significant move as the multiethnic party seeks to expand its presence in Malaysia's southern state.
Senior Umno figures in Johor have firmly rejected accusations made by former legislative assembly speaker Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi concerning the state assembly's dissolution on June 1, characterizing the claims as serious defamation.