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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has alleged that ministry officers were pressured into attending Barisan Nasional-linked events during recent state elections, raising fresh concerns about political neutrality in the civil service.
Barisan Nasional chairman Zahid Hamidi has called for an investigation into allegations of vote-buying in Negeri Sembilan, revealing that police reports have been filed with supporting evidence and witness testimonies.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi has thrown his weight behind police investigations into allegations of vote-buying during the Negeri Sembilan state election campaign, signalling the government's commitment to electoral integrity.
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Barisan Nasional chairman Ahmad Zahid has strongly rejected allegations of vote-buying in the Negeri Sembilan state election, vowing to hand over any culprits to authorities for investigation.
Negeri Sembilan police have initiated 11 investigation papers based on 16 complaints concerning suspected election violations, reflecting heightened scrutiny of campaign conduct in the state.
Donald Trump has resurrected discredited assertions regarding the 2020 presidential election, claiming China accessed millions of voter records and Venezuela manipulated voting infrastructure.
Japan's parliament has approved new regulations governing social media during elections, banning false or distorted information about candidates. The rules take effect in March 2027 following concerns over AI-generated content used in recent political contests.
South Korea's former President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to two years in prison for accepting free political polling services during his 2022 presidential campaign, a ruling that underscores the judiciary's commitment to electoral integrity.
A Pakatan Harapan representative has filed a formal complaint accusing a Barisan Nasional counting agent of documenting voter ballot choices during the election, demanding the seizure of alleged handwritten records.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has opened an investigation into an election candidate in the Johor state polls following allegations of vote-buying during the campaign period.
Malaysia's Communications Minister has called on social media platform operators to take stronger action against election-related misinformation, particularly on polling day. Enforcement efforts must accelerate to prevent voter confusion.
Amanah president Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu has questioned the consistency of PAS political directives, urging voters to scrutinise guidance that he claims changes based on partisan interests.