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Malaysia's Election Commission has distributed 13,263 postal ballot papers to eligible voters for the upcoming Negeri Sembilan state election. The ballots must be returned by 5pm on polling day, August 1.
South Korean authorities raided the National Election Commission on Monday to investigate former chief Roh Tae-ak over suspected embezzlement and misappropriation of commission funds, including allegations of lavish overseas trips.
The Election Commission has cleared 103 candidates to contest Negeri Sembilan's state election on August 1. Nearly 60% of the 36 seats will see three-way battles, with Pakatan Harapan fielding the most candidates at 36.
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The Election Commission has sold 464 nomination forms for Negeri Sembilan's state election, with only 70 prospective candidates having paid deposits so far. The nomination process begins tomorrow, August 1 polling is scheduled, and 889,490 voters are eligible to participate.
Malaysia's Election Commission has reminded candidates contesting the Negeri Sembilan state election to prepare nomination papers and settle deposits ahead of Saturday's nomination deadline, with polling scheduled for August 1.
Malaysia's Election Commission is conducting an extensive review of domestic postal voting proposals covering all regions, with findings anticipated by 2025. The government also signals openness to parliamentary oversight of electoral affairs.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that his earlier remarks about holding the Johor state election on a Sunday represented his personal opinion rather than an attempt to influence the Election Commission's decision-making process.
Malaysia's Election Commission is projecting a 96 per cent turnout for early voting in the Johor state election, drawing on historical patterns from previous polls. The commission has established 62 voting centres across the state for military and police personnel.
A Pakatan Harapan representative has filed a complaint alleging that a Barisan Nasional counting agent recorded individual voters' ballot selections during polling. He is calling for an Election Commission investigation and seizure of handwritten notes.
Malaysia's Election Commission has announced plans to examine cases of voters photographing and sharing their marked ballots on social media platforms, signalling a tougher stance on post-election conduct.
PAS has committed to remaining silent on polling night regarding the Johor election, choosing instead to wait for the Election Commission's official results announcement before issuing any formal statements or commentary.
Malaysia's Election Commission chairman conducted surprise inspections at four polling centres across Johor on July 11 to ensure the state election was proceeding smoothly and transparently.
Johor held its 16th state election on July 11 with 1,076 polling centres welcoming 2.7 million registered voters. The Election Commission expects a 70% turnout, with results anticipated by 10pm.
The Election Commission has issued final reminders to all contesting parties in tomorrow's 16th Johor State Election to cease all campaign activities by 11.59pm tonight, with strict rules also governing conduct on polling day.
Malaysia's Election Commission has concluded last-minute preparations at polling centres across Johor, with EC Chairman Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun confirming all 56 state constituencies are ready for tomorrow's vote.
Malaysia's Election Commission has clarified that complaints about online campaign materials in the Johor state election should be lodged with the MCMC, not the EC itself, as digital content falls under communications regulator's purview.
Malaysia's Election Commission anticipates approximately 70 per cent voter turnout in the Johor state election, reflecting high public engagement. The poll involves 2.7 million registered voters and 43,036 election workers across multiple polling centres.
Malaysia's Election Commission has reminded voters participating in Saturday's Johor state election to confirm their assigned polling centres and voting streams using the MySPR Semak portal or mobile app.
A Pakatan Harapan representative has filed a police report against Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, alleging orchestrated efforts to mobilize TVET students for Barisan Nasional campaign purposes during state elections.
The Election Commission is urging voters who have moved to update their polling addresses to match their current residences, emphasising that Malaysia's electoral system depends on constituents choosing representatives for their own areas.
Malaysia's Election Commission has documented 588 complaints of electoral violations during the Johor state election campaign period, prompting police and anti-corruption investigations as voting approaches.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that his comments on Johor's election polling date were personal observations intended to encourage voting participation, rather than attempts to influence the independent Election Commission's decisions.
Johor DAP has challenged Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi to clarify claims that a TVET roadshow was converted into a political campaign platform, raising questions about the misuse of government facilities during the state election.
Early voting commenced across Johor with 64 polling centres facilitating nearly 25,000 military and police personnel before Saturday's general election involving 2.7 million voters.
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Malaysia's Election Commission has issued 24,677 postal ballot papers for the Johor state election, allowing eligible voters to participate in voting remotely ahead of polling day.
Malaysia's Election Commission has documented 305 campaign offence complaints during the Johor state election period, with most violations involving improper placement of campaign materials in restricted zones.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says the Election Commission will enforce campaign rules strictly, taking action against caretaker administrations that breach guidelines by announcing policies or making financial commitments during election periods.
Malaysia's Election Commission has distributed 24,677 postal ballot papers to eligible voters for the Johor state election on July 11. The ballots cover security personnel, overseas citizens, and organisational representatives.
Malaysia's Election Commission has validated 172 candidates for the 16th Johor state election across all 56 constituencies. Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Harapan lead with 56 candidates each, while Perikatan Nasional fields 33.
Johor's 16th state election nomination process unfolded without incident today across 56 centres statewide, with clear morning conditions supporting an orderly voter registration drive ahead of July 11 polling.
Johor's nomination process for the 16th state election wrapped up this morning with all 56 centres across the state shutting down simultaneously at 10am, clearing the way for a 14-day campaign period.
Johor's 16th state election nomination process began today across 56 centres nationwide. Nearly 2.73 million voters are eligible to participate, with polling day scheduled for July 11 and a 14-day campaign period now underway.
Malaysia's Election Commission has completed final preparations for tomorrow's Johor state election nomination day, with all 56 candidate nomination centres declared ready. Security arrangements and voter logistics are in place for nearly 2.7 million registered voters.
Malaysia's Communications Minister has urged political parties to conduct campaigning based on facts rather than slander during the Johor state election, with authorities ready to take legal action against violations.
The Election Commission has distributed 593 nomination forms for Johor's state election, though only 133 candidates have confirmed their participation by paying required deposits ahead of tomorrow's nomination day.