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The spirit of Merdeka was alive at Bukit Gambir as PM Anwar Ibrahim unveiled PH's 56 Johor candidates before thousands, with millions joining online in a celebration of democratic participation.
Haniff Ghazali Hosman is the Pakatan Harapan (PKR) candidate for the Pulai Sebatang state seat in the 16th Johor State Election. Here is a profile of the candidate and the contest ahead of polling day on July 11, 2026.
Muhammad Taqiuddin Cheman is the Pakatan Harapan (Amanah) candidate for the Maharani state seat in the 16th Johor State Election. Here is a profile of the candidate and the contest ahead of polling day on July 11, 2026.
Live coverage of the Semerah seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
Live coverage of the Perling seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
Live coverage of the Kota Iskandar seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.