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The top three teams overall from this qualifying campaign will secure automatic berths at the 2026 World Cup.

Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh remains the state executive council (Exco) member for Rural Development, Agriculture and Food Security, said Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh. Bernama FILE PIX

The rumours have surfaced at a time when the state’s political landscape appears stable, prompting observers to link the move to strategic calculations aimed at consolidating political advantage for the current administration.

Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh speaking at the 2026 New Year's Address at MITC, Ayer Keroh today. - Bernama photo

Umno President Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi attended a special meeting with overseas Umno delegates and launched the new Overseas Umno Club logo here today. Photo by Bernama

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Deputy Prime Minister and Umno President Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi attends the Sesi Dialog Hati Nurani at the Kuala Lumpur World Trade Centre (WTCKL) today. Photo by Bernama

Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh said he will abide by the decisions made by Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh regarding the positions he currently holds. Bernama FILE PIX

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The measures include withdrawing eligibility for education assistance such as scholarships, early schooling aid and bursaries for the students involved.