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Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and other senior cabinet ministers have congratulated Datuk Ismail Lasim following his swearing-in as Negeri Sembilan's new Menteri Besar, expressing confidence in his leadership.
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Barisan Nasional has thanked the Yang Dipertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan for approving Datuk Ismail Lasim's appointment as the state's new Menteri Besar, following the coalition's strong performance in recent elections.
Datuk Ismail Lasim, sworn in as Negeri Sembilan's new Menteri Besar following his victory in the Juasseh seat, made a solemn visit to his parents' graves at Tebing Tinggi Muslim cemetery in Kuala Pilah shortly after the oath ceremony.
Newly sworn-in Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim has pledged his administration's commitment to strengthening the royal institution and preserving state traditions while maintaining cooperation with the federal government.
Negeri Sembilan's new Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim has declared August 3 a public holiday to recognise the efforts of election participants and allow residents to rest after the successful conclusion of the state election.
Datuk Ismail Lasim was sworn in as Negeri Sembilan's new Menteri Besar following the 16th State Election, pledging fair governance, economic development, and preservation of Adat Perpatih traditions.
Datuk Ismail Lasim, the Juasseh State Assemblyman, was sworn in as Negeri Sembilan's new Menteri Besar on August 2, taking the oath before Yang Dipertuan Besar Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir at Istana Besar Seri Menanti.
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Negeri Sembilan's newly elected Menteri Besar will be formally sworn in today at the royal palace following the state election, where Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional secured a two-thirds majority.
Three candidates have been shortlisted by Barisan Nasional for the Negri Sembilan Menteri Besar position, including Negri Sembilan Umno chairman Datuk Seri Jalaluddin Alias, as the coalition prepares to select leadership.
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Barisan Nasional has formally presented three candidates for the Menteri Besar post in Negeri Sembilan to Tuanku Muhriz, following the coalition's election victory with a combined 25 seats alongside Perikatan Nasional.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has formally submitted three nominees to the Negri Sembilan palace for the vacant Menteri Besar position, narrowing the field for the constitutional appointment.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi will consult the Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negri Sembilan before selecting the coalition's Menteri Besar candidate, following established protocols for state leadership.
Voters in Kuala Pilah, Negeri Sembilan, are placing less emphasis on the choice of Menteri Besar than on whether the incoming state administration will honour its campaign commitments and prioritize community welfare.
Barisan Nasional has formally declared Jalaluddin as its preferred candidate for the menteri besar position in Negeri Sembilan, though the coalition acknowledges that final appointment authority rests with the state's ruler.
Barisan Nasional has identified Jalaluddin as its preferred candidate for Negri Sembilan Menteri Besar, though chairman Ahmad Zahid emphasises the coalition possesses multiple capable leaders for the role.
DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has rejected Umno attacks over Pakatan Harapan's choice of menteri besar candidate for Negeri Sembilan, calling the remarks politically motivated.
Perikatan Nasional has shortlisted Negri Sembilan Umno chairman Datuk Seri Jalaluddin Alias as a potential menteri besar candidate in coalition discussions with Barisan Nasional ahead of the August 1 state polls.
Perikatan Nasional has agreed to hand the Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar position to Barisan Nasional should their electoral pact succeed, though discussions on other posts remain preliminary.
Barisan Nasional will announce its Negeri Sembilan menteri besar candidate only if it wins the upcoming state election, with party leadership suggesting multiple qualified candidates are available for the role.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has congratulated newly-appointed Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi, following Barisan Nasional's decisive two-thirds majority in the state election.
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Johor's new Menteri Besar was sworn in at Istana Bukit Serene on July 12, as the palace kept the appointee's identity under wraps until the official ceremony took place.
Johor's government has declared Monday, July 13, 2026 a state holiday in recognition of voter participation in the recently concluded state election, which delivered a decisive two-thirds majority for Barisan Nasional.
Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has begun his second term following Barisan Nasional's commanding victory in state elections, securing a strengthened mandate to advance economic development and investment promotion.
Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, the Machap assemblyman and Johor BN chairman, proceeded to Istana Bukit Serene on July 12 for his formal installation as the state's new Menteri Besar, cementing Barisan Nasional's commanding mandate.
Johor will swear in a new Menteri Besar this afternoon at the royal palace, following Barisan Nasional's decisive 48-seat victory in yesterday's state election.
Johor's state election dialogue will proceed on July 7 despite Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi's confirmed absence. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and opposition candidate Dr Maszlee Malik are expected to attend the RTM-organised event.
Khairy Jamaluddin has challenged Pakatan Harapan to field its prospective menteri besar candidate if it wishes to debate Johor's BN chairman Onn Hafiz Ghazi, raising questions about political positioning ahead of state elections.
Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi has cautioned against underestimating the competition in the Machap contest, emphasising that the state election on July 11 could produce surprising results.
Pakatan Harapan has confirmed it will defer entirely to the Sultan of Johor's constitutional authority to appoint the next Menteri Besar should the coalition secure victory in the upcoming state election, dismissing speculation about individual candidates.
Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi has firmly dismissed allegations that he claimed the palace ordered the dissolution of the state assembly, challenging interpretations of recent remarks.
Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, the caretaker Menteri Besar of Johor, will seek to retain his Machap seat in the state's forthcoming election.