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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid and senior Cabinet ministers have congratulated Datuk Ismail Lasim on becoming Negeri Sembilan's new Menteri Besar, expressing confidence in his leadership and vision for the state.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Barisan Nasional chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi appeared amicable following a day of political tension when Zahid challenged Anwar to dismiss the eight BN ministers if dissatisfied with their performance.
Several Cabinet ministers have publicly celebrated former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad's 101st birthday, with Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and other senior officials extending warm wishes for his health and continued wellbeing.
Malaysia's top government leaders honoured fathers on Father's Day, with Deputy Prime Ministers Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Fadillah Yusof highlighting the often-unspoken sacrifices fathers make for their families and calling on children to spend quality time with them.
Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri has received condolences from multiple cabinet members following the death of her husband, Datuk Kamil Misuari, 65, at a Kuala Lumpur hospital.