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Johor Polls: ‘Lacklustre’ BN Campaign Claims Do Not Reflect Reality On The Ground – Zahid

KOTA TINGGI, July 2 -- Claims describing Barisan Nasional’s (BN) campaign for the upcoming Johor state election as ‘lacklustre’ are merely a matter of political perception and do not reflect the reality on the ground. BN chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the coalition’s election machinery was actively campaigning, adding that rival coalitions were entitled to their own views. “BN believes the campaign is in full swing. Naturally, whatever assessment is made by other coalitions outside the BN component parties is their prerogative, whether to support us or otherwise,” he said. He said this at a press conference after officiating the Southeast Johor Development Authority’s  (KEJORA) Excellent Service Awards 2025 and Santunan Kasih programme, which was also attended by Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said. Ahmad Zahid also said BN appreciated the support it had received from various quarters and hoped it would translate into votes on July 11 to ensure victory for the coalition’s candidates. Commenting on claims that the close cooperation between BN and Pakatan Harapan (PH) at the federal level could confuse traditional voters in Johor, Ahmad Zahid said the issue did not arise. The Deputy Prime Minister said Johor was in a unique position as the state government had already been formed before the establishment of the Unity Government at the federal level. “There is no issue with cooperation between the state and federal governments, especially since those of us in the Unity Government at the federal level work closely and professionally together," he said. Ahmad Zahid said BN, which is contesting all 56 state seats, is aiming for a resounding victory to strengthen its mandate, buoyed by the strong performance of the administration led by Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi. He said the Johor government, under Onn Hafiz’s leadership, recorded revenue of RM2.26 billion last year, the highest among states in Peninsular Malaysia. He said BN was confident that securing a stronger mandate would enable the state government to continue implementing the development agenda outlined in its manifesto over the next five years. Commenting on PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang’s call for voters to reject PH outright, including in straight fights involving BN, Ahmad Zahid said the coalition preferred to adopt a professional approach. “That is their approach. We conduct ourselves professionally. Our focus is on our candidates, and naturally, any additional support would be welcomed. “What we will see at the ballot boxes on July 11 will be the clearest indication of whether what they are saying is true or otherwise,” he said. The Johor state election will see BN and PH fielding 56 candidates each, Perikatan Nasional (33), Bersama (15), MUDA (four), Parti Orang Asli Malaysia (Asli) (one), Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM) (one), and six Independent candidates. Polling for the Johor state election will be held on July 11, while early voting is scheduled for July 7. -- BERNAMA 

KOTA TINGGI, July 2 — Claims describing Barisan Nasional’s (BN) campaign for the upcoming Johor state election as ‘lacklustre’ are merely a matter of political perception and do not reflect the reality on the ground. BN chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the coalition’s election machinery was actively campaigning, adding that rival coalitions […]

KEJORA Expansion More About Coordinating Development, Not Land Acquisition – Datuk Seri Dr. Zahid

KOTA TINGGI, July 2 -- The proposed expansion of the South East Johor Development Authority's (KEJORA) development area is intended to coordinate development rather than acquire land in the affected districts, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said. Ahmad Zahid, who is also Rural and Regional Development Minister, said the clarification was necessary to dispel public misconceptions that the agency intended to take ownership of land within the proposed expansion area. He said KEJORA's strong development track record, with projects achieving a 98.3 per cent success rate, was the main driver behind the proposal. “The projects implemented have delivered strong results, supporting the Johor government's efforts to expand development across south-eastern Johor, including Pengerang, which is experiencing rapid growth through mega projects and the tourism sector,” he told a press conference after officiating the KEJORA 2025 Excellent Service Awards and Appreciation Ceremony here today. Also present was Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform), Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said, who is also the Member of Parliament for Pengerang. Ahmad Zahid said the proposal was also backed by a public feedback study conducted by KEJORA, with 96 per cent of respondents supporting the initiative. However, he stressed that its implementation remains subject to the consent of the King of Malaysia, His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, and the Regent of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail. Separately, Ahmad Zahid said the Rural and Regional Development Ministry has allocated about RM138 million to KEJORA for development projects in the region. “A total of 107 programmes have been implemented, while around 350 smaller projects will follow under the allocation,” he said. He also expressed support for Azalina's proposal to elevate Pengerang to district status and build a new hospital to meet the needs of its growing population. Earlier, Azalina said Pengerang should be upgraded into a new district in view of its rapid development. -- BERNAMA

KOTA TINGGI, July 2 — The proposed expansion of the South East Johor Development Authority’s (KEJORA) development area is intended to coordinate development rather than acquire land in the affected districts, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said. Ahmad Zahid, who is also Rural and Regional Development Minister, said the clarification was […]

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