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Negeri Sembilan UMNO leadership has called on party members and state residents to unite behind newly appointed Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim, emphasizing the need for stability in government administration following Barisan Nasional's electoral success.
Datuk Ismail Lasim, 67, has been sworn in as Negeri Sembilan's new Menteri Besar. Senior federal cabinet ministers, including Deputy PM Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, have congratulated him, citing his extensive experience in state politics spanning nearly three decades.
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Barisan Nasional has thanked Tuanku Muhriz for consenting to Datuk Ismail Lasim's appointment as Negeri Sembilan's new Menteri Besar following a coalition government formation between BN and Perikatan Nasional.
Newly sworn-in Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim has committed to preserving the state's royal institution and customs while maintaining cooperation with the federal government as part of the Unity Government coalition.
Datuk Ismail Lasim, the newly sworn Menteri Besar of Negeri Sembilan, made a solemn visit to his parents' graves at Tebing Tinggi Muslim cemetery in Kuala Pilah on the same day he took office, accompanied by his wife.
Newly appointed Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim says the state executive council lineup will be finalised by Friday, pending approvals from party leadership and the Sultan.
Negeri Sembilan's newly sworn-in Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim has committed to transparent, effective governance centred on public welfare and inclusive development across the state.
Datuk Ismail Lasim, a veteran UMNO politician and lawyer with three decades of state-level experience, was sworn in as Negeri Sembilan's new Menteri Besar, bringing extensive administrative expertise to the role.
Datuk Ismail Lassim, the Kuala Pilah UMNO chief, is one of three candidates being considered for Negeri Sembilan's Menteri Besar position following the state election victory by the Barisan Nasional-Perikatan Nasional coalition.
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Negeri Sembilan's newly elected Menteri Besar will be sworn in today at Istana Besar Seri Menanti, marking a significant political shift after the 16th state election returned a BN-PN coalition with 29 of 36 seats.
Barisan Nasional has shortlisted three candidates for Negri Sembilan's menteri besar post, with Negri Sembilan Umno chairman Datuk Seri Jalaluddin Alias among the contenders for the state leadership role.
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Barisan Nasional has formally submitted three candidates for the Menteri Besar post in Negeri Sembilan to the state's ruler, Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir, following the coalition's strong electoral performance.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has forwarded three names to Negri Sembilan's palace for consideration as the state's next Menteri Besar.
Barisan Nasional chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi will seek an audience with Negri Sembilan's ruler before announcing the coalition's choice for Menteri Besar, signalling a deliberate consultation with royal leadership ahead of the decision.
Johor's Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has defended the appointment of 10 deputy state executive councillors, clarifying that the move strengthens administrative capacity rather than expanding political positions or government bureaucracy.
Barisan Nasional chief Zahid has announced Jalaluddin as the coalition's primary candidate for the Negeri Sembilan menteri besar position, though the final appointment remains dependent on the Yang di-Pertuan Besar's consent.
Barisan Nasional chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has identified Jalaluddin as the coalition's favoured choice for Negri Sembilan Menteri Besar, while emphasising BN's depth of leadership talent.
DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has dismissed criticism from Umno over Pakatan Harapan's menteri besar candidate selection for Negri Sembilan, characterizing rival remarks as factional attacks.
Umno secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has challenged Pakatan Harapan to identify a replacement Menteri Besar candidate should incumbent Aminuddin Harun lose the Linggi seat in Negri Sembilan's upcoming state election.
Perikatan Nasional has named Negri Sembilan Umno chief Datuk Seri Jalaluddin Alias among top menteri besar candidates ahead of the August 1 state election, signalling the coalition's preparation for a potential victory.
Perlis PAS has drawn a firm line against collaborating with former members who defected to Bersatu, blaming last December's political crisis for the loss of the menteri besar position.
Barisan Nasional will not name its Negeri Sembilan menteri besar candidate until after polling day, state Umno chief Jalaluddin Alias announced, citing multiple capable leaders within the coalition.
Ten Johor state assemblymen were sworn in as members of the State Executive Council at Istana Bukit Serene, following Barisan Nasional's commanding victory in the recent state elections.
The Regent of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail, presided over the swearing-in ceremony of Johor's new State Executive Council at Istana Bukit Serene following Barisan Nasional's commanding electoral victory.
Johor's State Executive Council swearing-in ceremony has been delayed by one day, moving from Friday to Saturday at Istana Bukit Serene in Johor Bahru, though authorities offered no explanation for the change.
Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin is being considered as a potential Barisan Nasional candidate for the Rembau state seat in Negeri Sembilan, with observers speculating about his possible elevation to Menteri Besar.
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The Johor palace prepared for the swearing-in of a new Menteri Besar at Istana Bukit Serene on July 12, though the identity of the appointee remained undisclosed until the ceremonial proceedings began.
Johor's government has declared Monday, July 13, 2026 a state holiday in recognition of voters' participation in the recently concluded state election, which saw Barisan Nasional secure a commanding two-thirds majority.
Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi was sworn in as Johor Menteri Besar on July 12, cementing Barisan Nasional's commanding position after winning 48 of 56 seats in the recent state election.
Johor's new Menteri Besar will be officially sworn in at Istana Bukit Serene this afternoon, marking the culmination of Barisan Nasional's decisive electoral triumph that secured 48 of 56 state seats.
Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin has set conditions for any debate between Pakatan Harapan and Johor's top BN figure, demanding PH field a candidate of equivalent political standing.
Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has rejected allegations of lopsided development in the state, asserting that a comprehensive economic transformation plan guides balanced growth across all districts and benefits all residents.
With limited policy grounds to challenge Barisan Nasional's governance record in Johor, opposition parties have increasingly shifted their campaign focus toward personal criticisms of caretaker Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi.
Pakatan Harapan has affirmed that the appointment of Johor's next Menteri Besar will rest entirely with the Sultan of Johor, should the opposition coalition secure victory in the upcoming state election on July 11.
A PKR youth leader has reframed the Johor election narrative, arguing voters should evaluate which coalition offers the strongest governance team and clearest development strategy rather than fixating on menteri besar candidates.