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ALOR GAJAH: The 16th Melaka State Election (PRN) cannot be used as a field of provocation that could disrupt public order, but rather the democratic process must take place in a peaceful and controlled environment, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh. Ab Rauf said that although the people are free to differ in party, political views and choices, aspects of security, the well-being of the people and the stability of the state must always be a priority. "Elections are a field of democracy, not a field of provocation. We can have different parties, different views and different choices, but when it comes to the security and well-being of the people and the stability of the state of Melaka, our principle must be clear that there is no greater political interest than the peace of the state," he said. He said this at the Closing Ceremony of the Ex-Voters Charity Exercise for the 16th Melaka State Election (Public Order Simulation) at the Datuk Kapt (Rtd) Haji Ab Karim Hall here last night. Also present were Deputy Director (General Policing/Disaster Crisis) of the Bukit Aman Internal Security and Public Order Department, DCP Datuk MV Srikumar and Melaka Police Chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar. Ab Rauf said the simulation exercise was not just a demonstration but rather proved that the state government and security forces were always ready and would not compromise against any threat that could threaten the state's peace. He also expressed his appreciation to the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) Melaka Contingent who sparked the idea of ​​implementing the training, which is the first of its kind in the state. Meanwhile, Dzulkhairi said that apart from the police, all parties involved were at the highest level of preparedness to face the Melaka state election which is expected to be held this September. He said the two-day simulation proved that the entire state security machinery was prepared to face various possibilities throughout the election process, encompassing various scenarios including escorting ballot boxes, riot control, provocations, fire incidents and dispersal actions according to established operating procedures. "The element of provocation from the public was something we expected, but based on intelligence, Melaka is relatively under control and peaceful. We did not expect such a riot to occur, but we are still making initial preparations." "Every weakness identified during this exercise will be corrected and all operating procedures streamlined before the election to ensure the level of preparedness is at the best possible level," he said. Dzulkhairi said that apart from the PDRM, the large-scale simulation with 395 officers, members and representatives of various agencies also involved the National Security Council, the Election Commission, the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department, the Malaysian Civil Defence Force and the Ministry of Health. The 16th Malacca PRN involved 685,455 registered voters at 264 polling centres with 1,198 voting channels throughout the state. To ensure that the voting process runs smoothly, Melaka PDRM will mobilize more than 3,300 officers and personnel, supported by the Public Riot Action Unit (PORU), a troop of the Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) as well as the activation of four operations rooms at the contingent and district levels. -- BERNAMA

Melaka state election not a field of provocation – Ab Rauf

ALOR GAJAH: The 16th Melaka State Election (PRN) cannot be used as a field of provocation that could disrupt public order, but rather the democratic process must take place in .... read more

BATU PAHAT, July 1 — Pakatan Harapan (PH) will hold its "Jelajah Johor Ke Depan, Undi Harapan" political ceramah tonight as part of its campaign efforts ahead of the Johor state election. The event is scheduled to begin at 8.00pm at the Tapak Parkir Medan Selera Senggarang, where party leaders, election candidates, and supporters are expected to gather. Organisers have called on the public to attend the programme under the theme "Satu Semangat, Satu Tekad. Johor Ke Depan! Undi Harapan!", encouraging voters to show their support and engage with the coalition's campaign messages. The ceramah will feature speeches by several prominent Pakatan Harapan leaders, including Dato' Seri Amirudin Shari, Vice President of PKR, and Datuk Seri Dr. Mujahid Yusof Rawa, Deputy President of Amanah. Other speakers include Hassan Abdul Karim, Member of Parliament for Pasir Gudang; Onn Abu Bakar, PH candidate for Senggarang; Mohd Yazid Bakri, candidate for Rengit; Felicia Poh, candidate for Penggaram; community activist Faiz Ahmad; Sani Rashid from PKR Batu Pahat Division; Young Syefura Othman, DAP Central Executive Committee member; and Shazwan Zdainal, PH candidate for Parit Raja. The programme forms part of Pakatan Harapan's statewide campaign tour aimed at engaging voters and presenting its vision for Johor ahead of polling day. -- MINUTESMY

Pakatan Harapan Leaders to Gather in Senggarang Tonight for ‘Johor Ke Depan, Undi Harapan’ Ceramah

BATU PAHAT, July 1 — Pakatan Harapan (PH) will hold its “Jelajah Johor Ke Depan, Undi Harapan” political ceramah tonight as part of its campaign efforts ahead of the Johor .... read more

BATU PAHAT, June 30 -- Barisan Nasional (BN) has set a big mission in Batu Pahat to defend the Rengit and Senggarang state assembly seats, as well as being determined to recapture the Penggaram seat in the 16th Johor State Election (PRN). Johor BN chairman Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the party's target this time was to double the majority of victories in Rengit and Senggarang, thus strengthening the coalition's dominance in the areas concerned. "If in Rengit we won with a majority of almost 2,000 votes and our target this time is to double it, the same goes for the Senggarang seat where the majority is almost 4,000, we also need to increase that number." "In Penggaram, which is behind by more than 9,000 votes, we need to work harder to seize it and we are confident in the candidate this time," he said when speaking at the Mandate Presentation Ceremony to the Batu Pahat Division BN Machinery in Rengit, today. Also present were Penggaram DUN candidate Boo Chin Leong, Mohd Yusla Ismail (Senggarang) and Mohd Zaidi Japar (Rengit). The Johor Menteri Besar reminded voters and the party machinery not to be influenced by the actions of a few leaders who attempted to sabotage or carry out personal attacks after not being listed as candidates. He was referring to the actions of former Rengit Assemblyman (ADUN) Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi, who was accused of carrying out attacks on social media, including linking royal institutions to the nomination issue. "You can attack me, but what's important is that voters don't follow that method and should follow in the footsteps of leaders who were not nominated but remain loyal." "We also found out about this through UMNO Secretary-General Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki, who he (Mohd Puad) wanted to nominate his own son," he said. The Johor state election saw 172 candidates contesting for 56 state assembly seats with polling day set for July 11, while early voting is on July 7. -- BERNAMA

Johor Election: BN Determined to Defend Rengit, Senggarang and Seize Salting

BATU PAHAT, June 30 — Barisan Nasional (BN) has set a big mission in Batu Pahat to defend the Rengit and Senggarang state assembly seats, as well as being determined .... read more

SHAH ALAM, June 30 -- Barisan Nasional (BN) has reminded its members to conduct a mature campaign in the Johor state election and avoid open disputes or any form of provocation. BN secretary-general Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir said the coalition's strategy is aimed at enabling its election machinery to focus fully on serving voters at the grassroots. “BN has chosen not to engage in quarrels, as emphasised by our party president and Barisan Nasional chairman (Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi), because we are now part of the Federal Government alongside other parties. “We have issued clear instructions to all our election machinery. As always, BN will let its work speak for itself. “We do not resort to insults or slander because we want the election to be conducted in a spirit of mutual respect,” he told reporters after launching the ‘Semikonduktor@UiTM’  initiative at the Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah Engineering Complex, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), here today. He said the party's campaign is centred on offering practical solutions to issues affecting the people. “We cannot force anyone to vote, but we must present sound arguments and convincing reasons why the people should choose Barisan Nasional,” he said. Zambry said the coalition's priority, together with its component parties, UMNO, MCA, MIC and the People's Progressive Party (PPP), is to ensure its strategic plans are implemented with integrity to preserve the country's political stability. As an experienced political coalition, he said BN believes its emphasis on economic development and human capital will remain the key factor in earning the people's trust. BN is contesting all 56 seats in the election. Polling is on July 11, with early voting fixed for July 7. -- BERNAMA 

Johor Polls:BN To Let Its Work Speak, Avoid Provocation – Zambry

SHAH ALAM, June 30 — Barisan Nasional (BN) has reminded its members to conduct a mature campaign in the Johor state election and avoid open disputes or any form of .... read more

JOHOR BAHRU, June 30 -- Kota Iskandar's status as the seat of the Johor state administration and a hub for major development projects must bring tangible benefits to the people, not merely be reflected in investment figures and economic growth, said the Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidate contesting the seat in the Johor state election. Dzulkefly Ahmad said feedback gathered during the campaign showed that several basic issues remained a source of concern for residents and required more comprehensive solutions. He said the issues most frequently raised included infrastructure, traffic congestion, flooding, the land status of places of worship, educational facilities and the need to improve public amenities. "With investments worth RM110 billion, state revenue of RM2.67 billion and state reserves amounting to RM2.8 billion, the people should be able to enjoy the benefits of such development. We should not merely focus on the numbers while those on the ground do not experience the benefits," he told Bernama. Dzulkefly said among the issues requiring attention was the land ownership status of several non-Muslim places of worship, including Ladang Lam Sam Temple in Kangkar Pulai, which has yet to obtain a resolution over its land title even though the land had already been surrendered to the state government for it to be awarded to the temple. He also said there was a need to upgrade the shortcut to the Tamil national-type school in the Nusantara area via Bukit Tempurung, which remains unpaved, while traffic congestion along the FT005 and J07 routes connecting Johor Bahru and Gelang Patah continued to irk residents. According to him, the frequent flooding in Kampung Baru Muafakat and Kampung Pulai, as well as unresolved land ownership issues involving residents of Kampung Pulai Mutiara despite the area's regularisation process having been completed, also required attention. He said these issues could only be resolved through coordination among the relevant agencies and not ad hoc measures. "I find that some of the solutions implemented previously were temporary and ad hoc in nature. What is needed are long-term solutions that can comprehensively ease congestion because it affects the daily lives of residents," he said. Dzulkefly also pledged to pursue the construction of a new public market in Gelang Patah should PH be given the mandate to form the Johor state government in the election on July 11. He said the existing facility, known as Taman Nusa Perintis Market, faced several issues, including land ownership, parking space and infrastructure that no longer met the needs of the rapidly growing area. "Therefore, if PH forms the government, we will ensure that a new public market is built there because Gelang Patah is no ordinary area. The state administrative centre is located here, as are the Port of Tanjung Pelepas, Legoland and Puteri Harbour," he said. On his campaign approach, Dzulkefly said face-to-face engagement would remain his priority to enable him to hear the people's concerns directly, while also leveraging social media and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, to engage young voters and Generation Z. The Kota Iskandar constituency, which has 132,579 registered voters, is seeing a four-cornered contest involving Dzulkefly, Perikatan Nasional (PN) candidate S. Anna Pravina, incumbent Datuk Pandak Ahmad representing Barisan Nasional (BN) and Sahrudin Omar of Parti Bersama Malaysia (Bersama). -- BERNAMA 

Johor Polls: Kota Iskandar’s Development Must Benefit The People – PH’s Dzulkefly

JOHOR BAHRU, June 30 — Kota Iskandar’s status as the seat of the Johor state administration and a hub for major development projects must bring tangible benefits to the people, .... read more

PKR secretary-general Datuk Fuziah Salleh.

Johor state election: PKR members quit party because they were disappointed not to get positions – Fuziah

JOHOR BAHRU: The actions of a group of PKR leaders and members who were reported to have left the party to join MIC recently have been described as something quite .... read more

JOHOR BAHRU, June 30 -- Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidate for the Larkin seat, Suhaizan Kaiat, is optimistic about recapturing the seat from Barisan Nasional (BN) in the 16th Johor state election. He said his confidence is based on voting patterns seen during the 14th General Election (GE14), which demonstrated that BN could be defeated in the constituency when voter turnout is high. According to Suhaizan, the outcome of the 2022 Johor state election should not be treated as a definitive benchmark, as turnout then stood at only 51 per cent due to limitations brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. “The more accurate picture is reflected in the general election. If turnout in this state election improves, then our chances of winning will be stronger,” he told Bernama after an engagement with constituents in Larkin today. The Pulai Member of Parliament also believes there is potential support from Bersatu voters to shift towards PH following recent political developments affecting the relationship between Bersatu and PAS. Suhaizan said PH’s previous cooperation with Bersatu in an earlier political alliance could encourage Bersatu supporters to back him, particularly as Bersatu is not fielding a candidate in Larkin this time. In GE14, the Larkin seat was won by Datuk Mohd Izhar Ahmad, who contested under the PH (Bersatu) banner, before BN’s Mohd Hairi Mad Shah reclaimed the seat in the 2022 Johor state election. In this election, Suhaizan faces a three-cornered contest against Bersama candidate Norsinah Abu and incumbent Mohd Hairi. The Johor state election features 172 candidates contesting 56 state seats, with polling set for July 11 and early voting scheduled for July 7. To get the latest news on the 16th Johor state election, visit https://prn.bernama.com/johor. -- BERNAMA 

Johor Polls: Suhaizan Confident PH Can Reclaim Larkin If Voter Turnout Improves

JOHOR BAHRU, June 30 — Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidate for the Larkin seat, Suhaizan Kaiat, is optimistic about recapturing the seat from Barisan Nasional (BN) in the 16th Johor state .... read more

MUAR, June 30 -- The results of the 16th Johor state election will not affect the stability of the federal government following the changing landscape and political dynamics of the country, said Barisan Nasional (BN) deputy chairman Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. He said the administrative mandates at the central and state levels have different molds, and in fact the current political models in several other states prove that this uniqueness can be practised without causing any issues. "Many states such as Kedah, Perlis, Kelantan, Terengganu have no problems. In Sabah, it is unique, the party that is in the opposition but is with the Unity Government at the centre. So the political dynamics of Malaysia have changed, we should not be tied to the old way of thinking," he said. He told reporters after greeting voters who were having breakfast at a stall in Jalan Sungai Abong here with BN candidate for Simpang Jeram constituency Datuk Azman Ismail and BN candidate for Bukit Naning Mohd Ghazali Sabari @ Atan. Commenting on the socio-economic aspect, Mohamad said political stability under BN was critical to ensure that Johor continued to drive foreign investment inflows, which were now ahead of other states. He said the surge in economic performance would translate into increased state revenue which would ultimately be repatriated to the people. "Johor is a state that is at the forefront in terms of accepting investors from abroad, this is a very good thing, in two or three years it will be translated into state revenue. "We have seen the state's results from the performance of the MB (Menteri Besar) he gave to the people of Johor. So the people of Johor don't make a mistake, continue to support Barisan Nasional to continue to govern Johor and together we will enjoy the results of our support later," he said. Touching on PAS' recent statement implying vote support for BN candidates in certain areas, Mohamad reminded the party machinery not to be too comfortable and hope for mercy from outside parties. "We must continue to work hard. In this life, we should not expect mercy from others. We build our strength to be strong on our own strength," he said. The Johor state election saw 172 candidates contesting for 56 state seats with polling day set for July 11, while early voting is on July 7. -- BERNAMA

Johor Polls Not Affecting Federal Govt, Dynamics Of Politics Have Changed – Mohamad

MUAR, June 30 — The results of the 16th Johor state election will not affect the stability of the federal government following the changing landscape and political dynamics of the .... read more

JOHOR BAHRU, June 30 -- After securing victory previously before losing in the last state election, Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidate Mohd Khuzzan Abu Bakar is making a comeback in Semerah with a clear mission -- to fulfil unfinished development commitments and continue initiatives left behind. Mohd Khuzzan described his return in the 16th Johor state election not as an attempt to redeem a defeat, but as an effort to realise aspirations that were interrupted following PH’s exit from the Johor state administration in 2020. The former Johor Youth, Sports, Culture and Heritage Committee chairman said among his priorities are restoring critical infrastructure projects, including the Taman Sri Sulong Youth Mini Complex, while addressing long-standing issues involving water supply in Semerah and flash floods affecting Batu Pahat and Tanjung Laboh. “We were unable to complete several plans during our administration from 2018 to 2020 due to the change in government. If given the mandate again, I want to continue and complete the initiatives that were delayed for the people of Semerah,” he said in an interview with Bernama. Mohd Khuzzan said creating more employment opportunities for young people would also remain a key focus, in line with Johor’s evolving economy, driven increasingly by investment and technology sectors. The 58-year-old, who was born in Jalan Mesjid, Batu Pahat, said his close ties with residents were among the reasons he chose to continue contesting the seat despite his previous defeat. “I was born in Batu Pahat, and my wife is also from Semerah. That is why I feel responsible for contributing back to the community here,” he said. Acknowledging that the political landscape has become more competitive, Mohd Khuzzan said campaign strategies have evolved with greater emphasis on digital platforms such as TikTok, Instagram and Threads to engage voters, share community activities and explain PH’s policy offerings. “I was personally surprised to see many senior citizens following my TikTok account. It shows that social media is no longer limited to the young generation,” he said. On-the-ground campaigning has also been strengthened through youth-focused activities, including e-sports, sepak takraw and carrom, alongside exposure programmes on artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technology to prepare younger voters for future economic opportunities. Drawing on his experience as a former banking officer, Mohd Khuzzan also proposed strengthening the community economy through support for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly by helping entrepreneurs manage government financing more effectively. He suggested that funding support through TEKUN Nasional and Amanah Ikhtiar Malaysia (AIM) should be complemented by structured and sustainable financial management guidance to help entrepreneurs expand their businesses successfully. Mohd Khuzzan expressed confidence that this election would present a different political dynamic compared to the 2022 Johor polls, which took place during the country’s post-pandemic recovery period, and expects stronger voter turnout, including Johoreans working in Singapore. He said encouraging feedback throughout the campaign, especially from the B40 group and e-Kasih recipients, had strengthened PH’s confidence in reclaiming the Semerah seat. According to Election Commission (EC) statistics, the Semerah state constituency has 47,431 registered voters, with 17,751 voters — or about 37.4 per cent — aged between 18 and 39. The Johor state election features 172 candidates contesting 56 seats, with polling scheduled for July 11 and early voting on July 7. For the latest news on the 16th Johor state election, https://prn.bernama.com/johor/.  -- BERNAMA

Johor Polls: Khuzzan Returns To Semerah To Complete Delayed Development Agenda

JOHOR BAHRU, June 30 — After securing victory previously before losing in the last state election, Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidate Mohd Khuzzan Abu Bakar is making a comeback in Semerah .... read more

TENANG, JOHOR: Seat N.05 of the Tenang State Assembly is expected to be one of the areas that will attract attention in this year's Johor State Election (PRN) when it sees a four-cornered contest involving Barisan Nasional (BN), Perikatan Nasional (PN), Pakatan Harapan (PH) and an Independent candidate. Based on the results of previous elections, Tenang can no longer be considered a seat that has an absolute advantage for any party. Although BN managed to recapture the seat in the 2022 Johor state election through Haslinda Salleh's victory with a majority of 1,706 votes, the voting pattern in this area shows an increasingly competitive competition. Tenang's political landscape is also influenced by its position in the Sekijang Parliament, which is currently represented by Pakatan Harapan. This situation shows that some voters are willing to make different choices between the Parliament and State Legislative Assembly levels based on candidates, local issues and current performance. From a demographic perspective, Tenang has a diverse voter composition with Malay voters as the largest group, alongside the Chinese and Indian communities who also play an important role. In a contest involving more than two candidates, support from on-the-fence voters as well as non-Malay voters has the potential to influence the final outcome. Perikatan Nasional has fielded Normala Sudirman, former head of the PAS Muslimat Dewan Labis, as its candidate for the seat. Her nomination reflects PN's confidence in female leadership and efforts to expand the party's influence in areas previously controlled by BN. As a female candidate with experience in party organization, Normala is expected to focus on issues of people's welfare, cost of living and community development. However, he also faces the challenge of maintaining and expanding PN's support in a competition involving four corners. On the BN side, Mohd Azahar Ibrahim brings the strength of the party machinery that has long been established in the area, especially among rural voters and the FELDA community. The advantages of the organization and grassroots network are still BN's main assets in maintaining its influence in Tenang. Pakatan Harapan, through Amanah candidate Elia Nadira Sabudin, is expected to work to strengthen support in settlement centres and among voters who are inclined towards the reform and governance agenda. PH's performance at the Parliamentary level shows that the party still has a support base that it can leverage, even though the voting pattern at the DUN level is not necessarily the same. Meanwhile, the presence of Independent candidate, Siti Aisyah Zobir, has the potential to add a new dimension to the competition. Although Independent candidates typically face challenges in terms of machinery and resources, such candidacies can influence vote distribution depending on the level of voter acceptance of the issues brought forward. Overall, the Tenang state constituency is expected to be a competitive field influenced by several key factors, including the strength of the party machinery, candidate profiles, cost of living issues, local development, the performance of elected representatives and voter turnout rates. In a four-cornered contest, each party's ability to retain traditional supporters while attracting the support of voters on the fence is expected to be a key factor determining the election outcome. Based on observations of previous voting patterns, the Tenang seat can be considered a competitive area. While BN has a winning record at the state assembly level, PN and PH each have a support base that allows them to compete. Therefore, the final result is likely to depend on the dynamics of the current campaign, the effectiveness of voter mobilization and voter sentiment on polling day. -- MINUTESMY -- SOURCE: PRESSKL

ANALYSIS: Calm DUN Expected to Witness Fierce Four-Corner Competition

TENANG, JOHOR: Seat N.05 of the Tenang State Assembly is expected to be one of the areas that will attract attention in this year’s Johor State Election (PRN) when it .... read more

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