Ayer kuning polls: Barisan victory shows voters favour inclusive and progressive governance, says Dr Wee

PETALING JAYA: Barisan Nasional's victory in the Ayer Kuning by-election demonstrates voters' preference for an inclusive and progressive style of governance, says MCA president Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.   "After a fierce three-cornered fight, Barisan's Dr Yusri Bakir successfully won the Ayer Kuning state seat with a majority of 5,506 votes!   "Perikatan Nasional's Abd Muhaimin Malek...

Ayer Kuning polls: EC announces Barisan win

TAPAH: The Election Commission has announced a win for Barisan Nasional in the Ayer Kuning polls.   The EC said Barisan candidate Dr Mohamad Yusri Bakir garnered 11,065 votes, Perikatan Nasional candidate Abd Muhaimin Malek had 6,059 and Parti Sosialis Malaysia's Bawani KS won 1,106 votes.   The EC also said there were 289 spoilt votes and total voter...

Ayer Kuning polls: Work starts to fulfil manifesto pledges, says winning Barisan candidate

TAPAH: Newly elected Ayer Kuning assemblyman Dr Mohamad Yusri Bakir (pic) says he will strive to fulfill all pledges in the Barisan Nasional manifesto.   "I am grateful to God for giving me the opportunity to shoulder the responsibility as Ayer Kuning assemblyman.   "Everything we have pledged and committed to in our manifesto, we will strive to fulfill...

We are waiting for the right moment to call for state elections, says Sabah CM

KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Legislative Assembly wrapped up its five-day session with Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor indicating he is still waiting for the right moment to call the state elections due by the end of the year. Hajiji left open the possibility of serving the full five-year term despite speculation that the recently concluded...

Barisan chairman, not Bung, has final say on candidates, says Shahelmey

KOTA KINABALU: Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has the final say on the coalition's candidate for seats in any election, says Sabah's Umno embattled Tanjung Keramat assemblyman Datuk Shahelmey Yahya. The Sabah Deputy Chief Minister said that Barisan's election writ for candidacy is signed by the Barisan chairman, as such the question...

PKR to support Barisan in Ayer Kuning by-election, says Saifuddin

PUTRAJAYA: PKR will take a supporting role in the upcoming Ayer Kuning by-election, according to Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail."The seat's incumbent is Barisan Nasional via Umno. Our decision is to play the role of support."Based on that, Pakatan Harapan will start preliminary works. We will activate our machinery and determine logistics needs," the former...

Zahid satisfied with performance of BN ministers in unity govt

KUALA LUMPUR: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has expressed satisfaction with the performance of Barisan Nasional ministers and deputy ministers in the unity government. Ahmad Zahid, who is also Barisan chairman, said while some may perceive the coalition's presence in the unity government as merely complementary, all seven ministers and several deputy...

Barisan Nasional holds meeting to prepare for smooth Budget 2025 tabling

PETALING JAYA: Barisan Nasional has held a meeting to ensure the smooth presentation of Budget 2025, says Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong. The MCA president said Barisan chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has directed all members to facilitate an orderly Parliamentary session. "Our gathering was to plan for the next Dewan Rakyat session, which includes...

Mahkota polls: Keep cool, Zahid tells govt parties as campaign enters home stretch

KLUANG: With polling in the Mahkota by-election less than two days away, Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged unity government component parties to maintain their cordial ties. The Deputy Prime Minister, who is also Umno president, said there should not be any statements issued that could hurt the feelings of others. ALSO...

Mahkota polls: Federal Govt stability more important than unity govt in Johor, says state Amanah chief

KLUANG: Despite hopes for a unity government in Johor, the main focus is to ensure the stability of the Federal Government, says Johor Amanah. Its chief, Aminolhuda Hassan, stated that they were prioritising the stability of the Federal Government over internal state government issues. "Johor Amanah has been advocating for a unity government in the state since...