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Negeri Sembilan holds its 16th state election today, with 859,760 voters choosing representatives across 36 seats. Pakatan Harapan fields the most candidates, while Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional compete for the mandate to govern.
Negeri Sembilan's 16th state election will see 859,760 registered voters cast ballots across 36 legislative assembly seats tomorrow. The Election Commission expects preliminary results by 10pm and full tallies before midnight.
Bersatu's leadership will permit party supporters to vote according to their preference in constituencies where the coalition fielded no candidates, distinguishing itself from PAS's approach.
Johor's 16th state election officially commenced as 56 nomination centres opened simultaneously at 9am, with candidates having just one hour to file their nomination papers. Polling is scheduled for July 11.