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Johor State Assembly Dissolved, Paving Way for Snap Polls Within 60 Days
The vote will test whether Barisan Nasional can defend its stronghold as it faces Pakatan Harapan and possibly Perikatan Nasional.
- On Monday, June 1, 2026, Johor Chief Minister Onn Hafiz Ghazi dissolved the 15th State Legislative Assembly, triggering snap polls required within 60 days.
- Following an audience with Johor Regent Tunku Ismail Ibrahim, Onn Hafiz secured royal consent to dissolve the assembly, stating the move aims to ensure a "stable and strong government."
- The 16th state polls must conclude by July 31, determining control of the 56-seat assembly currently held by Barisan Nasional with 40 seats and Pakatan Harapan with 12.
- Federal allies Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional will compete directly in Johor, with analysts suggesting the dissolution tests whether BN can capitalize on opposition infighting.
- Criticizing the dissolution as "completely nonsensical," Pakatan Harapan Johor said it would escalate discussions to the party's presidential council, while Perikatan Nasional chairman Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar called for "togetherness, discipline and unity.
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Johor state assembly dissolved, Onn Hafiz cites need for mandate to drive development
JOHOR BAHRU, June 1 — The Johor state legislative assembly has been dissolved, paving the way for the state’s upcoming election.Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi announced the dissolution after obtaining the consent of Johor Regent Tunku Mahkota Ismail Sultan Ibrahim earlier today.He said the move would allow the people of Johor to elect a new state government and secure a mandate to continue the state’s development agenda.“The Election Commis…
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