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The Democratic Action Party will undertake a detailed assessment of its performance in Negeri Sembilan's state election, with party leadership committing to address voter concerns and rebuild public confidence.
Despite Pakatan Harapan's defeat in Negri Sembilan's state election, caretaker menteri besar Aminuddin Harun expressed no regrets, reaffirming his commitment to a performance-based leadership framework over identity politics.
Negeri Sembilan Palace has instructed political parties vying in the 16th state election to avoid invoking the monarchy in campaign messaging, emphasising that the royal institution remains strictly neutral and serves as a unifying symbol.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has cautioned Negeri Sembilan's political leadership to avoid amplifying racial and religious sensitivities during the state election campaign, signalling Barisan Nasional's intent to maintain focus on development and governance.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has appealed to Negri Sembilan voters to avoid sharing content on race, religion and royalty matters during the state election campaign.
Perikatan Nasional has announced its slate of 11 candidates for the upcoming Negeri Sembilan state election on August 1, with PAS fielding the largest contingent from the four-party coalition.