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Parti Bersama Malaysia has announced 15 candidates for the upcoming Johor state election, drawing candidates from business, retail management, and logistics sectors as part of a bid to broaden grassroots appeal.
Datuk Dr Mohd Fuad Tukirin, dropped as the Barisan Nasional candidate for Bukit Naning, has publicly apologised to constituents for being unable to continue his welfare initiatives following his exclusion from the upcoming Johor election campaign.
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DAP secretary-general Nga Kor Ming has defended the party's decision to field fresh candidates in the upcoming Johor state election, emphasizing that selections were based on merit and rigorous evaluation rather than political convenience.
Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has pushed back against suggestions the party operates as a family-based organisation, asserting that candidate selection is merit-driven rather than nepotistic.
Former Rengit assemblyman Puad has defended recommending his son as a candidate for Johor elections, questioning whether family involvement was inappropriate and highlighting inconsistencies in the selection process.
UMNO's information chief has called on party members to prioritise loyalty to the organisation and public service above personal grievances stemming from the Johor state election candidate selection process.
Pakatan Harapan has defended its strategy of fielding numerous fresh candidates for Johor's state election, insisting all contenders underwent rigorous merit-based screening rather than arbitrary selection.
UMNO secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has attributed Supreme Council member Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi's departure from the party to frustration over his son's exclusion from the Rengit state seat candidacy ahead of July's Johor elections.
Senior UMNO figure Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi has left the party, claiming Johor Chief Minister Onn Hafiz operates as a 'yes-man' and reduces Johor UMNO to a controlled entity. He cited irregularities in candidate selection.
Amanah president Mat Sabu has defended his party's choice to nominate a Chinese candidate for the Permas seat, characterizing the backlash as a non-issue and signalling the party's commitment to inclusive politics.
Johor's Barisan Nasional has unveiled a slate combining newcomers with party veterans, reflecting a strategic overhaul that emphasises youth engagement and grassroots machinery ahead of the state election.
The Democratic Action Party has decided not to field several veteran figures, including Chin Tong and Cai Tung, in the forthcoming Johor state election, marking a significant transition in the party's electoral approach.
The Democratic Action Party has announced two candidates: Nor Zulaila Ghani will contest the Tiram seat, while Lee Wern Yiing will stand for Johor Jaya. Both represent the party's push to strengthen representation in key constituencies.
Opposition party Amanah will introduce 13 new political candidates as part of its 19-strong slate contesting the Johor state election on July 11, according to party leadership.
The Democratic Action Party has announced lawyer Chu Poh Yee as its candidate for the Mengkibol parliamentary seat, replacing the incumbent two-term representative ahead of the next general election.
Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has called on Barisan Nasional members who failed to secure candidate positions to maintain their commitment to the coalition's objectives, emphasizing that rejected candidates may pursue alternative roles within the party structure.
Johor's Barisan Nasional coalition will unveil its complete candidate roster for the upcoming state election on Saturday, concluding a week of internal deliberations and selections across constituencies.