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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim retains the highest approval rating among Malaysian political leaders at 52 percent, according to a Merdeka Center survey conducted between March and April. Broader government satisfaction stands at 50 percent despite economic headwinds.
Jalex Lee En Xiang is the Pakatan Harapan (PKR) candidate for the Pemanis state seat in the 16th Johor State Election. Here is a profile of the candidate and the contest ahead of polling day on July 11, 2026.
Chu Poh Yee is the Pakatan Harapan (DAP) candidate for the Mengkibol state seat in the 16th Johor State Election. Here is a profile of the candidate and the contest ahead of polling day on July 11, 2026.
Ahmad Daniel Sharudin is the Pakatan Harapan (Amanah) candidate for the Panti state seat in the 16th Johor State Election. Here is a profile of the candidate and the contest ahead of polling day on July 11, 2026.
From the dissolution of the state assembly to polling day, here is the complete official timeline of the 16th Johor State Election and what happens at each stage.
Live coverage of the Johor Lama seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
Live coverage of the Kemelah seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
Iraq's Oil Ministry has rejected reports suggesting the country might leave OPEC, clarifying that Baghdad remains committed to the organization while pursuing a reassessment of production quotas to reflect its actual capacity.
The Malaysian Press Institute has mobilised over RM1 million in corporate backing for its flagship Malaysia Press Night 2026 event, scheduled for July. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will be among attendees.
Authorities arrested six individuals operating a perfume investment scam from KL Eco City in a Wednesday operation, dismantling what police say is an organised fraud network targeting investors.
Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia has fielded 16 candidates for the Johor State Election scheduled for July 11, with nominations opening on June 27 following the assembly's dissolution.
An UMNO Supreme Council member has rejected characterisations that Johor's Regent exerts improper control over the state administration, describing such claims as exaggerated ahead of the June 27 nomination day for state elections.
A Sessions Court heard that Petronas' Cyber Security Department confirmed a former manager leaked classified company data to Petros, marking a significant industrial espionage development.
Malaysia's Education Ministry will partner with SUHAKAM to launch advocacy campaigns on child protection legislation across schools, addressing bullying and sexual harassment concerns.
Petronas assures stable fuel supplies across its nationwide network through August, meeting roughly half of Malaysia's domestic fuel demand. The government has formed a crisis management task force to monitor energy security.
Bersatu has unveiled a slate of 16 candidates for the Johor state election, featuring prominent political figures who recently switched parties. The lineup includes Abd Mutalip Abd Rahim, who departed Umno today to contest Layang-Layang.
A former aide to Muhyiddin Yassin has questioned Samsuri Mohamad's effectiveness as Perikatan Nasional chief, arguing the PAS leader has underperformed in consolidating Malay-Muslim voter support.
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