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The Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections are being held separately because of logistical concerns and to ensure electoral workers have sufficient training, says Election Commission (EC) chairman Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun (centre). Photo by Bernama

The Yang Dipertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan, Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir - Photo by Bernama

Yang Dipertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir today proclaimed his second son Tunku Zain Al-'Abidin as the holder of the hereditary title of Putera Yang Empat, Tunku Panglima Besar of Negeri Sembilan, with immediate effect.

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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s recognition of Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir as the Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan, while stressing that the sovereignty of the Malay Rulers’ institution will continue to be safeguarded in accordance with the Constitution. - BERNAMA FILE PIX

The Johor election must be held within 60 days of the June 1 dissolution, meaning polling must take place no later than July 31.

Muda secretary-general Ainie Haziqah Shafii has criticised the Negeri Sembilan government's eleventh-hour decision to dissolve the State Legislative Assembly, questioning politicians' priorities as many Malaysians continue to grapple with rising living costs.

Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun. Bernama FILE PIX

Speculation is rife that the Negeri Sembilan State Legislative Assembly (DUN) will be dissolved on Friday.