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Polling in Negri Sembilan's 16th state election ended at 6pm with vote counting commencing. Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi has pledged that the Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional coalition will sustain their political partnership in Melaka.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has thrown his support behind police efforts to investigate reports of vote-buying during the upcoming Negeri Sembilan state election, pledging zero tolerance for electoral misconduct.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Zahid Hamidi has indicated that alignment between the two major coalitions' election manifestos is achievable should either secure an electoral mandate.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called on all political parties to refrain from raising race, religion and royalty issues during the Negri Sembilan state election campaign.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has responded to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's unity-themed pantun with his own traditional four-line Malay verse, continuing a poetic exchange between Malaysia's top leaders.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi has responded to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's poem with verse of his own, while underscoring Barisan Nasional's unwavering commitment to sustaining the unity government throughout its full term.
Barisan Nasional chairman Zahid Hamidi acknowledged that BN and Perikatan Nasional have not yet achieved full alignment in Negeri Sembilan, though he remains optimistic their differences will be ironed out ahead of the August 1 state election.
Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin suggests Zahid Hamidi may continue backing PM Anwar despite Barisan Nasional's strengthened electoral position, prioritizing coalition stability.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has defended the track record of Barisan Nasional ministers, arguing there is no justification for resignations or dismissals based on their collective commitment to their roles.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has dismissed viral reports of clandestine meetings between Barisan Nasional, Perikatan Nasional, GPS, and GRS, reaffirming his support for the existing unity coalition government.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi will meet Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming to discuss remarks about resignation following Barisan Nasional's major victory in the Johor state election.
BN chairman Zahid Hamidi has indicated that PAS's tactical support for BN candidates in the Johor state election should not be interpreted as a prelude to a formal political alliance between Umno and the Islamist party.
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Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi will lead a Cabinet Committee meeting in Putrajaya next week to address mounting concerns over foreign worker management, particularly in Malaysia's hospitality and food service industries.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has secured the top position in the latest Merdeka Centre public opinion survey, achieving the highest approval rating among the nation's political leadership, while Zahid Hamidi registered the lowest marks.
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The Malaysian Bar has stressed that its legal challenges involving former prime ministers Najib Razak and current Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi are grounded in constitutional principle, not personal animosity toward the individuals.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi has clarified that no formal directives prevent caretaker Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz from visiting Federal Land Development Authority settlements in the state.
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Malaysia's cabinet has greenlit the formation of the National Tahfiz Council, tasked with coordinating Islamic education institutions that specialise in Quranic memorisation. Deputy Prime Minister Zahid will serve as chairman.