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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has unveiled an ambitious roadmap to reposition Malaysia's Immigration Department as a strategic institution driving economic growth, national security, and digital modernisation.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has proposed expanding the scope of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji to encompass not only the period of financial mismanagement but also the fund's recovery and stabilisation efforts.
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.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi has announced that Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional will form a coalition government in Negeri Sembilan, signalling a significant political realignment in the state following recent elections.
BN chairman Zahid Hamidi and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim have agreed to compartmentalise electoral rivalry and electoral competition, prioritising collaborative governance within the unity government framework at the federal level.
Barisan Nasional chairman Zahid Hamidi has expressed gratitude to PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang for instructing the Islamic party to support BN candidates in the Negeri Sembilan state election, in a reciprocal arrangement.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has stressed that Majlis Amanah Rakyat policies protecting Bumiputera interests must remain consistent regardless of government changes, announcing planned amendments to the MARA Act 1966.
Barisan Nasional chairman Zahid Hamidi suggests the coalition and Perikatan Nasional could reconcile their policy platforms if entrusted with governing together, pointing to overlapping political objectives.
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.
A political commentator argues that Barisan Nasional chairman Zahid Hamidi's public criticism of PAS leader Sanusi Nor campaigning signals the coalition remains hesitant about deeper ties with Perikatan Nasional, reflecting concerns over minority representation.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi believes Malaysia will reap significant economic benefits from hosting the Bahrain Grand Prix, citing anticipated increases in tourism and international investment.
Barisan Nasional's Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called on all political parties to refrain from raising sensitive matters involving race, religion, and royalty during the upcoming Negri Sembilan state election campaign.
UMNO president Zahid Hamidi has firmly committed Barisan Nasional to sustaining the Unity Government until the end of the 15th Parliament's term, dismissing speculation about political realignment.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Zahid Hamidi has warned political parties against turning the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report into election fodder, urging stakeholders to prioritise constructive remedies.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi has downplayed concerns that the government's release of the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report will sway voter sentiment ahead of Negri Sembilan's election on August 1.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has warned Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor to focus on administrative duties in Kedah rather than conducting political campaigns in other states like Negeri Sembilan.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid has instructed Kemas leadership to convert key positions into permanent roles, signalling a push to improve teacher compensation and job security within the early childhood development agency.
Barisan Nasional chairperson Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has firmly rejected suggestions that the coalition's manifesto for the Negri Sembilan election was based on or derived from Pakatan Harapan's platform, calling such claims unfounded.
Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi has flagged a concerning rise in online fraud cases, with 8,014 charges documented through May. The government plans to introduce the Cyber Crime Bill 2026 to bolster legal safeguards against digital offences.
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.
Former Umno Youth leader Khairy Jamaluddin theorises that Barisan Nasional chairman Zahid Hamidi could maintain his support for Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim despite gains made by BN and PN, to uphold the government's reputation.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has emphasised that genuine cooperation between Perikatan Nasional and Barisan Nasional requires formal discussion channels, signalling Malaysia's major coalitions are open to dialogue but demand structured engagement.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has responded to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's unity-themed pantun with his own four-line Malay verse, exchanging poetic metaphors about shelter and adversity.
Negeri Sembilan's Pakatan Harapan chairman Aminuddin has dismissed Deputy Prime Minister Zahid's recent remarks as uncalled for, arguing they create an impression of challenging the Prime Minister's authority.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has indicated that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim retains the power to dismiss BN ministers from Cabinet if dissatisfied with their performance levels.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Zahid Hamidi has instructed the coalition's machinery to replicate the successful electoral strategies employed in Johor's recent state election when preparing for campaigns in Negeri Sembilan.
BN chairman Zahid Hamidi has signalled that the upcoming Negeri Sembilan state election will be a critical test for the BN-PN electoral partnership, with results potentially shaping whether their cooperation continues into Melaka and the next general election.
Former Damansara MP Pua Khiam Wee has warned voters that supporting splinter parties or abstaining in the next general election risks returning Barisan Nasional to power with Zahid Hamidi as Prime Minister.
Umno and PAS are positioning themselves for a potential political realignment, with Umno leader Zahid reportedly targeting the prime minister position and PAS seeking a return to government office.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi says he will speak with Nga Kor Ming about the Perak lawmaker's controversial pledge to resign if former prime minister Najib Razak receives a pardon or release.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi will hold discussions with Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming about the minister's earlier pledge to step down if Barisan Nasional achieved a decisive victory in the Johor state election.
Barisan Nasional has crossed the 40-seat majority mark in the Johor state election, according to party chairman Zahid Hamidi, marking a significant electoral victory for the long-established coalition.
The High Court has suspended the Malaysian Bar's legal challenge to Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi's discharge not amounting to acquittal while awaiting a Federal Court appeal scheduled for October.
Senior Malaysian political figures including Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi are converging on Johor this weekend for intensified campaign activities, marking a critical juncture in the state election race.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has appealed to unity government allies to cease reviving historical grievances targeting Umno and the coalition ahead of the Johor state election.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi has cautioned that Pas's call for supporters to shun Pakatan Harapan candidates does not necessarily translate into automatic advantages for Barisan Nasional in the Johor state election.
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Speaking in Pontian, Zahid Hamidi has committed Barisan Nasional to a 'mature politics' approach in the forthcoming Johor state election, signalling the coalition will prioritise constructive messaging over personal attacks on opponents.
UMNO president Zahid Hamidi has instructed the party's election machinery to disregard comments from former leader Puad Zarkashi regarding Barisan Nasional candidates contesting in the Johor state polls.
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The Malaysian Cabinet is stepping up efforts to address mounting concerns surrounding foreign workers across key industries. Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi will lead a dedicated committee meeting in Putrajaya next week to tackle sector-specific challenges.