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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi visited former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob at the National Heart Institute in Kuala Lumpur, where Ismail Sabri is undergoing treatment following a cardiac procedure.
Barisan Nasional has pledged that the Johor state election will not destabilise the federal government or strain partnerships among ruling coalition parties, with Ahmad Zahid emphasising ministerial professionalism.
Barisan Nasional will remain committed to the Unity Government following resolutions reached at UMNO's General Assembly, chairman Ahmad Zahid announced, emphasizing the decision reflects the coalition's highest-level consensus.
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Barisan Nasional has formally submitted three names for the Menteri Besar position in Negeri Sembilan to the Sultan Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir, who retains the constitutional authority to select the appointed leader.
Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil have conveyed birthday wishes to the Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, marking his 67th birthday on July 31.
Barisan Nasional's chairman Ahmad Zahid has urged the coalition to leverage its decisive Johor victory to secure triumph in the Negeri Sembilan election on August 1, emphasising unity and voter engagement.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has appealed to all political parties competing in the 16th Negeri Sembilan State Election to exclude race, religion, and cultural issues from their campaigns, emphasising ethical conduct and policy-focused debate.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called on all political parties contesting the Negeri Sembilan state election to respect the monarchy and refrain from raising sensitive 3R issues during campaigning.
Barisan Nasional has firmly rejected speculation about withdrawing from the Unity Government, with Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid declaring the coalition's full commitment to supporting Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim until Parliament's term concludes.
Malaysia has recorded 8,014 online fraud charges by May this year, significantly outpacing the entire 2025 total of 6,140 cases. Deputy PM Ahmad Zahid tabled the Cyber Crime Bill 2026 to strengthen legal defences against escalating digital fraud.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has congratulated Onn Hafiz Ghazi on becoming Johor's new Menteri Besar, describing the appointment as a mandate to advance the state's development and stability.
Barisan Nasional will adjust its political strategy and candidate selection for Negeri Sembilan's state election based on the state's distinct demographics and voting patterns, BN chairman Ahmad Zahid announced this week.
Malaysia's MyDigital ID programme has reached 12 million registrations as of June 30, with 114 government services integrated into the single sign-on platform. Deputy PM Ahmad Zahid outlined expansion plans across federal and state agencies.
Barisan Nasional chairman Ahmad Zahid rebuffs claims the coalition's Johor state election campaign lacks vigour, asserting the party machinery is fully operational and confident of victory on July 11.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called for Student Representative Councils at Malaysian universities to undertake specialised courses on leadership and politics, with government funding available subject to ministerial approval.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has announced that Malaysia's new Technical and Vocational Education and Training Commission will be established by year-end, with parliamentary legislation expected to be tabled after Cabinet approval.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has appealed to all competing parties to avoid rehashing historical grievances during the Johor state election campaign, urging a mature political contest centred on candidates' capabilities and policy offerings.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has reassured that Barisan Nasional will maintain distance from royal and judicial proceedings in Negeri Sembilan as the coalition prepares for the August 1 state election.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi will chair a Cabinet committee next week to address mounting concerns over foreign worker policies, with particular focus on labour shortages affecting Malaysia's food and beverage sector.
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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has committed to presenting karate's inclusion in MSSM championships to Cabinet, following advocacy from the sport's governing body seeking stronger grassroots development.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has stated the coalition respects the decisions of party members choosing to leave, including departures ahead of the Johor state election scheduled for July 11.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged Malaysia to adopt stronger cybercrime legislation, citing a sharp rise in digital crimes. The call comes as online fraud cases in 2025 alone resulted in losses exceeding RM3 billion.
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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has firmly rejected suggestions that he instructed officials to restrict the Johor Menteri Besar's involvement with Felda affairs, seeking to defuse mounting political tensions.
Three media officers working with Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi were among seven people injured when three vehicles collided on the East Coast Expressway near Maran early today.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has praised Bagan Datuk for topping Perak's STPM 2025 results with a 3.25 CGPA and perfect pass rate, while national scores improved to 2.88 from 2.85.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called on Malaysian Muslims to find inspiration in the Tokoh Maal Hijrah awards, encouraging continued pursuit of knowledge and service to the ummah and nation.