The day's essential Malaysian news, briefed.
Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi cast his ballot in the 16th Johor state election on July 11, pursuing a second term. He faces a direct contest against Pakatan Harapan's Nur Hafiz Roslan.
Johor's state election dialogue will take place as planned on July 7, featuring Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and Pakatan Harapan candidate Dr Maszlee Malik, despite Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz's inability to attend.
Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has begun a second term following Barisan Nasional's commanding 48-seat victory in state elections, building on a distinguished political lineage rooted in UMNO's founding.
Johor Barisan Nasional has won more than 40 seats in the 16th state election, with leadership pledging to leverage the mandate to address public concerns and implement the Maju Johor agenda.
Johor's government has proclaimed Monday, July 13, 2026 a state holiday to celebrate the people's participation in yesterday's state elections, which saw Barisan Nasional win 48 of 56 legislative seats.
Barisan Nasional's Johor leadership expressed confidence that enthusiastic voter backing for Endau candidate Alwiyah Talib will accelerate the coalition's campaign momentum before the July 11 state election.
Caretaker Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has acknowledged the unpredictability of the upcoming Machap contest, signalling he is not underestimating opposition challenges as he seeks re-election on July 11.
The Machap state seat in Johor has been confirmed as a straight two-cornered fight between Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Harapan, with caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi contesting for his current constituency.
Key Barisan Nasional figures convened in Simpang Renggam to show unity behind Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, signalling the coalition's consolidated support ahead of Johor's state election.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rejected suggestions that caretaker Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi faced restrictions accessing Felda settlements, describing the claims as unfounded.
Senior UMNO figure Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi has resigned from the party, levelling sharp criticism at Johor Chief Minister Onn Hafiz whom he describes as a puppet lacking autonomy.
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Barisan Nasional has unveiled its complete roster of 56 candidates for the Johor state election, positioning incumbent Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz as the key figure in its campaign to retain control of the state.
Caretaker Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has confirmed he will stand for re-election in the Machap constituency during the forthcoming Johor state election.
Johor's ruling Barisan Nasional coalition has announced its full slate of 56 candidates for the state election, bringing back former health minister Adham Baba and retaining Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz as key figures in the contest.
Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi has categorically ruled out any coalition with DAP following state elections, emphasizing core ideological incompatibilities between Barisan Nasional and the Chinese-majority opposition party.
Johor Barisan Nasional chairman Onn Hafiz has called on party members excluded from candidacy in the upcoming state election to remain committed to the coalition's mission, emphasising that unselected roles in government and party structures remain available.
Johor's Barisan Nasional coalition will announce its complete candidate lineup for the state election on Saturday, marking the final step before campaigning intensifies across the southern state.
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Transport Minister Anthony Loke and Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz have held a meeting in Kulai, signalling potential reconciliation after a public disagreement regarding the forthcoming state elections.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke and Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Sapian held their first public meeting after a recent online disagreement, keeping exchanges civil despite underlying tensions in their relationship.
Johor's menteri besar has pushed back against suggestions of friction with Putrajaya, contending that his administration actively cooperates with federal authorities on key development initiatives.
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Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has robustly defended Barisan Nasional's strategy of contesting the state election independently, pushing back against suggestions from Kuala Lumpur that the approach reflects arrogance or poor judgment.