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Sabah UMNO is mobilising its party machinery to support Barisan Nasional's campaign in the Johor state election, with particular focus on Permas and Johor Jaya constituencies where approximately 5,000 Sabahan voters are registered.
Johor Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has encouraged party members who missed out on candidacy to remain committed to the coalition's struggle, emphasizing that alternative roles await as the state gears up for July 11 elections.
Johor Barisan Nasional is expected to finalise and announce its full slate of candidates for the upcoming state election this Saturday, marking the coalition's final preparations for the electoral contest.
The Malaysian Indian Congress has secured four state seats for the upcoming Johor election, with party leadership emphasizing grassroots mobilization among the Indian community across all 56 BN-contested constituencies.
Barisan Nasional's secretary-general Zambry has dismissed concerns that opposition coalitions Wawasan and Bersama will damage the ruling coalition's electoral fortunes in upcoming state elections, asserting that BN remains adequately prepared.
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Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has rejected accusations of arrogance over Barisan Nasional's decision to contest the upcoming state election independently, asserting the choice reflects practical political realities rather than pride.
Johor Barisan Nasional deputy chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Maslan has ruled out contesting in the upcoming Johor state election, despite earlier speculation about his candidacy in several constituencies.
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Barisan Nasional's secretary-general Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir has expressed confidence that newly formed political parties will not impact BN's electoral prospects in Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections scheduled for July and August.