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UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has expressed condolences following the death of Maran UMNO Youth chief Mohd Radzi Rahimi, 40, along with his wife and brother-in-law in a vehicle accident in Bentong.
Housing Minister Nga Kor Ming has urged political leaders to reject divisive tactics and instead focus on uniting Malaysians around shared concerns like affordable housing and economic opportunity.
Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman is placing family plans ahead of any decision to resume leadership of his Muda party following his recent court acquittal, signalling a shift in priorities.
Singapore's Workers' Party has re-elected Pritam Singh as chief with overwhelming support, ending an internal rebellion by cadres dissatisfied with his leadership following a court conviction for misleading Parliament.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim retains the highest approval rating among Malaysian political leaders at 52%, according to the latest Merdeka Center survey conducted between March and April.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has secured the highest approval rating in a fresh Merdeka Centre survey, establishing himself as Malaysia's most popular political leader. Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi recorded the lowest rating among senior political figures.