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A Malaysian court was told that former Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin did not meddle in the allocation of Jana Wibawa scheme contracts, according to testimony from a senior government official.
A company director told the High Court she drafted five letters on behalf of separate firms, all addressed to then Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, to solicit projects under the Jana Wibawa initiative.
Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin launched a nine-pillar manifesto for the Negeri Sembilan state election, addressing governance, economic growth, tourism, and public welfare. Voting begins Tuesday with polling day on August 1.
Wawasan president Hamzah Zainudin has rebuked Muhyiddin Yassin over recent 'toxic' characterisations of Perikatan Nasional, arguing that neither PAS nor Umno support would have enabled Muhyiddin's path to the premiership.
A witness in the Muhyiddin Yassin trial testified that Nepturis Sdn Bhd issued a RM1 million cheque to Bersatu, the political party founded by the former Prime Minister.
Bersatu will contest the Negeri Sembilan state election using its own logo after PAS aligned with Barisan Nasional and the party was excluded from Perikatan Nasional seat negotiations.
Former finance minister Tengku Zafrul has given evidence at the High Court in the corruption trial of former Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin concerning the Jana Wibawa programme.
Tengku Zafrul has told court that Jana Wibawa was first brought before the Cabinet during a November 2020 meeting presided over by then prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin, providing testimony about the programme's origins.
Former finance minister Tengku Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz testified at the High Court as a key witness in Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin's corruption trial involving the Jana Wibawa assistance scheme.
Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has expressed confidence that Perikatan Nasional can still form Johor's next government, even though the opposition pact is contesting just 33 seats in the state assembly election.
Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin made a public appearance at the nomination centre in Pagoh, signalling party solidarity as the campaign intensifies in the pivotal Bukit Kepong constituency ahead of the Johor election.
Perikatan Nasional chairman Muhyiddin Yassin mobilised hundreds of party supporters in a show of strength for Bukit Kepong, where Bersatu fielded two-term assemblyman Dr Sahruddin Jamal as its candidate.
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Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin declined to discuss his party's status within the Perikatan Nasional coalition following an emergency meeting, leaving questions about the bloc's stability unanswered.
Perikatan Nasional leaders gathered for an urgent meeting as the coalition faces significant strain following PAS's decision to cut ties with Bersatu, raising questions about the bloc's viability and legislative strength.
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The Dewan Rakyat Speaker has formally recognised Hamzah Zainudin as the Official Opposition Leader, settling a political question. Former Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin has been relocated to a different seat.
Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has firmly dismissed speculation over the party's future within the Perikatan Nasional coalition, declaring the partnership will endure indefinitely.
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Parliament's Speaker has formally acknowledged Larut MP Hamzah Zainudin's position as opposition leader, while Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin has been relocated to a new seat following his request.
Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin will resume his position as opposition leader in Parliament on Monday, with the revised seating chart showing Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin moving to a different location on the opposition benches.
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Malaysia's Court of Appeal has significantly reduced defamation damages awarded to DAP adviser Lim Guan Eng against former Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin, from RM1.05 million to RM450,000, in a closely watched political libel case.
The Court of Appeal has substantially reduced damages awarded to DAP adviser Lim Guan Eng in his defamation suit against former Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin, slashing the amount from RM1.05 million to RM450,000.
Malaysia's Court of Appeal has affirmed a defamation judgment in favour of a prominent politician against former Prime Minister Muhyiddin, but substantially reduced the financial damages from the original award.
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Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has rejected suggestions that the party's membership in Perikatan Nasional can be revoked unilaterally, declaring the coalition arrangement remains intact despite ongoing political tensions.
Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin has reaffirmed the party's commitment to remaining within the Perikatan Nasional coalition, stating the decision reflects broad public backing for the alliance.
PAS has issued a stark warning to Bersatu, declaring that the party must leave Perikatan Nasional if it intends to field candidates against PAS-backed contenders in electoral contests.
PAS has rebuked Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin for hastily announcing that Bersatu will contest forthcoming Johor and Negri Sembilan state elections under the Perikatan Nasional coalition banner, questioning the decision-making process within the alliance.
More than 200 Bersatu members gathered to express support for Muhyiddin Yassin ahead of a pivotal party meeting expected to address state elections and the party's strategic alliance with PAS.
Bersatu leader Muhyiddin Yassin has declared his party prepared to confront PAS across multiple political arenas, with the coalition planning to field candidates in upcoming Johor and Negeri Sembilan elections under the Perikatan Nasional banner.