Malaysian politics

Chieftain dismissed, titles revoked: Negeri Sembilan palace readies to swear in next government

Yang Dipertuan Besar Muhriz Munawir is moving to ensure that a new state government can be sworn in smoothly after the Aug 1 Negeri Sembilan polls.

Senior opposition figure Rais Yatim loses Negeri Sembilan royal titles over role in palace crisis

The royal titles of Rais Yatim (pictured), a party chairman in the opposition Perikatan Nasional coalition, was revoked by Negeri Sembilan state ruler Muhriz Munawir on July 30.

In Negeri Sembilan, remark on Malays’ ‘homeland’ sparks racial storm, putting PH on back foot

Perikatan Nasional supporters listening to Kedah Menteri Besar Sanusi Md Nor campaigning in Jempol, Negeri Sembilan on July 23, 2026.

Political star power is supposed to transform Port Dickson’s fortunes – will this time be different?

The PD Waterfront commercial development in Port Dickson is a popular spot for visitors.

UMNO-PAS marriage again? Anwar is staring down the barrel of a rekindled Malay unity pact

Malaysia’s economy has outperformed expectations, but politically, Anwar’s wager looks increasingly fragile as support among Malay-Muslim voters remains stubbornly elusive for his Pakatan Harapan coalition.

Will the Negeri Sembilan state polls be Bersatu’s toughest test yet?

The Negeri Sembilan state election will test whether former premier Muhyiddin Yassin’s Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia can retain its political relevance after its fallout with Parti Islam SeMalaysia.

Is DAP turning into a new MCA?

Surrounded by supporters, DAP secretary-general and Transport Minister Anthony Loke (centre) marching towards the nomination centre in Negeri Sembilan on July 18.

Negeri Sembilan goes to the polls: The coalitions, the conflicts, and what to watch

Pakatan Harapan will again face Perikatan Nasional, which will ally itself with Barisan Nasional, in the Negeri Sembilan state election.

I want to focus on building a family first, says former Malaysian minister Syed Saddiq

Former minister Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman (centre) pledged to serve his constituents and remain an active member of MUDA party until Parliament dissolves.

Negeri Sembilan state election: Four high-stakes seats to watch amid a royal tussle

The Aug 1 state election is largely a showdown between Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional-Perikatan Nasional, with 103 candidates vying for Negeri Sembilan’s 36 assembly seats.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.