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Umno Supreme Council member Razlan Rafii has reaffirmed Barisan Nasional's commitment to an informal working relationship with Perikatan Nasional, citing historical reservations about formal political pacts.
Selangor Speaker Lau Weng San is conducting an ongoing review of all state assemblymen's attendance records to decide whether any assembly seats warrant vacancy declarations, with a decision expected this week.
Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin suggests BN chairman Zahid Hamidi has positioned himself with significant political leverage over Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, yet may continue backing the government to preserve the coalition's reputation for responsible stewardship.
Malaysia's Economy Minister has clarified that UNHCR cards do not provide exemption from local laws, as the government intensifies refugee management and border security measures.