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Battle for Negeri Sembilan kicks off today

Malacca PH confirms withdrawal from state govt MALACCA: Pakatan Harapan (PH) here has confirmed its decision to withdraw from the state administration after opposing amendments to the state constitution providing for the appointment of nominated state assemblymen. In a joint statement signed by Malacca PH chairman Adly Zahari, acting Malacca PKR chairman Adam Adli Abdul Halim, Malacca DAP chairman Khoo Poay Tiong and Malacca Amanah chairman Datuk Ashraf Mukhlis Minghat, the coalition said the decision was finalised at a meeting involving the state leadership and all Malacca PH assemblymen on Thursday. The meeting confirmed the withdrawal of PH’s five state assemblymen from the state government after the coalition reaffirmed its stand against the constitutional amendment. “The decision to withdraw from the state government is in line with democratic principles and practice, whereby an executive councillor or state assemblyman who no longer supports a state government motion in the state legislative assembly is no longer entitled to continue enjoying the privileges and facilities accorded by the state government.” Malacca PH also decided that all its councillors and Village Development and Security Committee members would step down from their respective positions effective July 31 to ensure a smooth transition. It also expressed its appreciation to the chief minister, state government and the civil service for their trust and cooperation throughout its tenure in the state administration. – Bernama Do not hide bullying to protect reputation of schools: PM NILAI: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reminded schools not to conceal bullying incidents to protect their reputation, stressing that swift action is essential to safeguard victims and address the problem effectively. “Some may regard bullying as a minor issue but its impact on victims is profound. I do not agree with schools attempting to cover up cases simply to protect their image. “If a school with 1,000 students reports two bullying cases, the headteacher or principal should not be blamed. They are not in the wrong for reporting the incidents but they are wrong if they do not take any action and conceal the cases.” Anwar was speaking at the Temu Anwar programme with students and staff of the Institute of Teacher Education Technical Education Campus in Bandar Enstek yesterday. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek was also present. He said the persistence of bullying reflects shortcomings in efforts to instil good character and moral values among students, despite wider access to religious education than in the past. Anwar said education should not focus solely on producing academically outstanding graduates or technically skilled professionals but should also nurture individuals who understand human values and respect others. “We may become technocrats, IT experts or hold PhDs, but what is the value of these achievements if we are not taught to understand humanity and respect other people?” – Bernama

Malaysia have confirmed that they will not contest the election. The EC has reminded prospective candidates to have their nomination papers checked in advance at the Returning Officer’s Office or the State Election Office to ensure a smooth nomination process. Candidates were also encouraged to pay their election deposits early and bring the payment receipts as proof when submitting their nomination papers. Meanwhile, a special weather forecast issued by the Meteorological Department predicts generally fair weather across most areas in the morning, except in Port Dickson and Seremban where rain is forecast, while thunderstorms are expected across the state in the afternoon. The Negeri Sembilan State Legislative Assembly was dissolved on June 5 with the consent of the Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir. In the 2023 polls, PH won 17 of the 36 state seats, BN took 14 seats and PN clinched five.

police personnel and their spouses are eligible to cast their ballots in the polls. Pakatan Harapan (PH) will contest all 36 seats, fielding 16 candidates from PKR, 11 from DAP and nine from Amanah. Barisan Nasional (BN) will field 25 candidates, comprising 16 from Umno, seven from MCA and two from MIC. Perikatan Nasional (PN) has confirmed that it will contest 11 seats, with five candidates from PAS, one each from Gerakan and the Malaysian Indian People’s Party, and four from Parti Wawasan Negara – PN’s newest component party making its electoral debut. However, Bersatu, another PN member, has announced that it would contest independently using its own logo, Bernama reported. The contest will also feature Parti Orang Asli Malaysia and Parti Sosialis Malaysia, each fielding one candidate, while Parti Barisan Jemaah Islamiah Se-Malaysia is expected to field seven candidates. The Malaysian United Democratic Alliance, Parti Pejuang Tanah Air and Parti Bersama

SEREMBAN: The race for the 36 seats in the 16th Negeri Sembilan state election officially begins on nomination day today, marking the start of a 14-day campaign period. Prospective candidates will submit their nomination papers at the eight nomination centres across the state between 9am and 10am before returning officers announce the final list of candidates eligible to contest. The Election Commission (EC) has fixed Aug 1 as polling day, with early voting on July 28. According to EC statistics, 889,490 voters comprising 867,151 ordinary voters, 16,884 military personnel and their spouses, and 5,455 o Prospective candidates to submit nomination papers at eight centres across state between 9am and 10am

EC urges potential candidates to pay deposits early SEREMBAN: A total of 464 nomination forms for the Negeri Sembilan state election have been sold so far, said Election Commission (EC) chairman Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun. He was speaking after inspecting preparations for the nomination process at the nomination centres for the Lenggeng, Nilai, Lobak, Temiang, Sikamat and Ampangan state constituencies at the Seremban City Council building yesterday. deployed to oversee the nomination process at the eight nomination centres located in eight parliamentary constituencies. He said unlike the method used during the recent Johor state election, which used nomination centres based on state EC officers conducting a full rehearsal session at the Seremban City Council building nomination centre in Forest Heights yesterday. – BERNAMAPIC

He said only 70 prospective candidates had confirmed their participation by paying their deposits, and urged others to make the payments early to ensure a smooth nomination process. “The deadline for deposit payments is until the nomination process tomorrow. Therefore, we hope all (concerned) will, if possible, make their payments early so that we will not be rushing.”

constituencies, the Negeri Sembilan polls would adopt a centralised approach based on the eight parliamentary constituencies, taking into account local needs and suitability to facilitate coordination. “I urge all prospective candidates to arrive early to avoid congestion. Supporters are also urged to avoid any form of provocation.”

Ramlan said preparations for the nomination process were proceeding smoothly and had been fully completed ahead of nomination day today, Bernama reported. “We also conducted full rehearsal sessions at all nomination centres to ensure the smooth running of the process.” Ramlan said 761 EC officers would be