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Negeri Sembilan's newly sworn-in Menteri Besar Ismail Lasim has defended his appointment, stating it followed all prescribed constitutional procedures despite questions raised by opposition figures.
Former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri has called for the public release of findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji, asserting that Umno has nothing to hide regarding the pilgrimage fund's affairs.
PAS president Hadi Awang has expressed confidence that the cooperation between PAS-Umno through the Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional blocs will endure, positioning the alliance as a serious effort to stabilise Malaysia rather than short-term political manoeuvring.
Johor's 10-member executive council was inaugurated before the Regent, featuring four new appointees and six holdovers. The reshuffle follows Barisan Nasional's decisive election victory last month.
Johor's Regent Tunku Mahkota Ismail arrived at Istana Bukit Serene to oversee the swearing-in of the state's new Executive Council, cementing Barisan Nasional's control after securing 48 of 56 seats in last week's election.
The Federal Land Development Authority has appointed Tan Sri Ahmad Badri Mohd Zahir as its new chairman. With over 30 years in public and corporate roles, he previously served as Treasury Secretary-General and EPF chairman, bringing extensive governance expertise to FELDA's transformation agenda.
Harris Daniel Hermee, 28, a syariah lawyer, and SS Mayuri, 30, a primary school teacher, have been named top winners at the 2026 Melaka State-level National Youth Awards for their outstanding contributions to youth empowerment and community service.
A senior Umno figure's resignation has rekindled longstanding questions about the balance between royal authority and party independence in Johor, with analysts cautioning against overstepping constitutional boundaries.
Tuanku Muhriz has formally installed Muhammad Faris Johari as the 11th Undang of Luak Sungei Ujong in a traditional ceremony at Istana Besar Seri Menanti, conferring the title Datuk Klana Petra upon him.