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Pakatan Harapan has affirmed that the Sultan of Johor holds the exclusive constitutional right to appoint the state's Menteri Besar, stating the coalition will not intervene in the decision-making process.
The Johor royal house has emerged as a stabilising influence in Malaysian politics, actively engaging with leaders from competing political factions to foster unity and dialogue during periods of uncertainty.
Caretaker Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi has firmly rejected allegations that he claimed the palace ordered the dissolution of the state assembly, distancing himself from statements attributed to him by Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi.
Tengku Muda Johor has disclosed that he actively monitors state government performance, occasionally contacting the menteri besar and state secretary during unconventional hours to address pending issues.
Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Onn has stressed that securing the menteri besar position requires royal consent, suggesting that political prominence and party support alone do not guarantee the role.