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Selangor Mentri Besar Amirudin Shari has affirmed that the state Assembly Speaker holds the authority to make pronouncements regarding an assemblyman's status, following allegations of bankruptcy. The matter will ultimately fall to the Election Commission.
Selangor Speaker Lau Weng San is conducting a thorough review of all state assemblymen regardless of party affiliation to determine whether any seats should be declared vacant. The process is expected to conclude this week.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has cautioned Kedah's Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor against expanding political activities into Negeri Sembilan, suggesting he concentrate on governing his own state effectively.
Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar has defended the PN-BN alliance in Negri Sembilan, arguing that their collaborative electoral pact demonstrates a commitment to addressing community concerns above partisan disagreements.
Melaka PKR has appealed for calm and consensus-building following Melaka DAP's withdrawal from the state government over a constitutional amendment allowing nominated assemblymen appointments.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has appealed to Melaka DAP to shelve plans for leaving the state administration, arguing that the focus should remain centred on progress and improving living standards for ordinary Malaysians.
Melaka's legislature has endorsed a constitutional amendment permitting the appointment of up to seven state assemblymen without electoral contests, aiming to incorporate expertise and represent underrepresented communities in policymaking.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has outlined a complaints mechanism requiring allegations against journalists to pass through the Malaysian Media Council before formal investigation, signalling commitment to structured press oversight.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has conceded that his administration faces weaknesses while promising measured improvements. The admission came during a campaign appearance in Batu Pahat, Johor.
Selangor's Sultan Sharafuddin has acknowledged both former Prime Minister Najib Razak and current leader Anwar Ibrahim for their roles in advancing the LRT3 project, whilst directing criticism at two senior DAP figures.
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A Sessions Court heard that a former Petronas manager's alleged leak of confidential reports to Petros could threaten negotiations between the two entities, with potential implications for national energy strategy.
Johor's caretaker menteri besar Onn Hafiz has defended the Sultan's approval for dissolving the state assembly, characterising it as a routine constitutional requirement rather than political meddling by the palace.