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Former Umno information chief Shahril Hamdan suggests Malaysian voters are increasingly drawn to calm, measured leadership rather than inflammatory rhetoric and unrealistic pledges, signalling a shift in the electorate's preferences.
Former minister Tengku Zafrul is interested in contesting a Selangor seat in the next general election, seeking redemption after his loss at Kuala Selangor in GE15 to Amanah vice-president Dzulkefly Ahmad.
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Barisan Nasional is moving toward finalising its seat distribution strategy for Johor and Negeri Sembilan, with the process expected to conclude within days, according to Umno's secretary-general.
Johor State Legislative Assembly Speaker Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi will not contest the Rengit seat in the July 11 state election, citing his age of 69 as the primary reason for stepping down.