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UMNO cannot do 'business as usual' anymore, says Johari
UMNO vice-president Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani said the party must understand changing public expectations and can no longer operate with a 'business as usual' approach. He was commenting on President Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's policy speech at the UMNO General Assembly 2026 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur. Two other vice-presidents and the secretary-general also welcomed the party's stated direction.
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Nik Abduh: Zahid's speech gives confidence Islamic unity will succeed
PAS central working committee member Nik Mohamad Abduh Nik Abdul Aziz said Umno president Zahid Hamidi's policy speech at the 2026 Umno general assembly at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur was a convincing sign that efforts to unite Muslims can be realised. He said PAS and Umno are now preparing to head to Putrajaya, and that the presence of PAS leaders at the assembly shows ties between the two parties are opening up.
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Zahid proposes 'Grand Collaboration' between coalitions at Umno assembly
Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi told the party's 2026 general assembly at the World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur that a 'Grand Collaboration' through political understanding (Tafahum Siyasi) has been proposed to avoid clashes between coalitions. He said the concept is not a merger, rests on three principles, and draws on the Treaty of Hudaibiyah, while stressing Umno keeps its own identity in any cooperation.
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Zahid: Bumiputera leadership is a trust that ensures racial harmony
UMNO president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said Bumiputera leadership must be upheld as a trust to guarantee stability and harmony between races in the country. Speaking at the presidential address at the UMNO General Assembly 2026 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, he said inclusive leadership distinguishes UMNO from political domination.
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PAS says UMNO's Malaysia Biru agenda aligns with its WINS 2051 vision
PAS vice-president Datuk Idris Ahmad said UMNO's Malaysia Biru agenda is in line with PAS's own Wawasan Induk Negara Sejahtera 2051 (WINS 2051). He spoke after attending the opening of UMNO's 2026 general assembly at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur. Idris also said PAS-UMNO cooperation for the Melaka state election is already being mobilised at the grassroots.
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Ku Li: UMNO and PAS need to reunite
Tan Sri Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah said UMNO and PAS should reunite in political cooperation as one big family. He welcomed the presence of PAS leaders at the UMNO General Assembly 2026 at the World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur and urged former UMNO leaders to return to the party.
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Umno calls for Malay-Muslim unity, welcomes PAS at assembly
Umno renewed its call for Malay-Muslim unity as more than 3,000 delegates gathered at Dewan Merdeka, World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur. President Ahmad Zahid Hamidi urged former allies to put past differences behind them and outlined three principles for cooperation. The presence of PAS leaders was welcomed as a sign of old ties being rebuilt.
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Federal Territories Pardons Board meeting ends, Hannah Yeoh says wait for official statement
The Federal Territories Pardons Board, chaired by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, concluded its meeting at Istana Negara in Kuala Lumpur this morning. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh declined to comment on the outcome, including whether former Prime Minister Najib Razak's case was discussed, and asked the media to wait for an official statement.
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Permatang rep attends Umno assembly, undecided on political home
Nurul Syazwani Noh, the Bersatu assemblyman for Permatang, attended the Umno general assembly at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur today. She said she remains a Bersatu member and will decide her political allegiance only after the Selangor state assembly is dissolved.
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Umno assembly day three opens with classic hits at WTCKL
The 2026 Umno General Assembly entered its third day at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, with delegates greeted by 1970s and 1980s Malay classics before the Dewan Merdeka sessions. The day features a motion debate after the president's policy speech, and four PAS leaders are attending.
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Rosmah attends Umno assembly as Najib's clemency bid looms
Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor attended Umno's general assembly at Dewan Merdeka in Kuala Lumpur today as her husband Datuk Seri Najib Razak's clemency bid awaits a decision. Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi invited Rosmah to stand as delegates applauded, and said he hoped for the best news today, while the Federal Territories Pardons Board is expected to meet this morning.
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Asyraf Wajdi: UMNO unafraid of pressure on unity with PAS
UMNO secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said the party is not intimidated by pressure, slander and accusations aimed at its unity push with PAS. He spoke while presenting a report at the UMNO General Assembly 2026 at the World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur today.
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UMNO assembly day three: Ahmad Zahid's policy speech in focus
The third day of UMNO's 2026 general assembly at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur is expected to centre on the President's policy speech by Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. The address is expected to cover the party's political cooperation within the Unity Government, preparations for the Melaka state election and GE-16, and issues including the Tabung Haji RCI and FELDA. Nearly 3,000 delegates are attending.
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Zahid warns UMNO not to be fooled again in political cooperation
At the UMNO 2026 General Assembly at WTCKL, party president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi warned delegates not to be 'bitten by the same snake' in political cooperation. Deputy President Mohamad Hasan said UMNO will not forget being played in Malay-Islamic unity efforts. A Kubang Pasu delegate added that any cooperation must be sincere and willing to compromise, including on seat allocation in PN-held states.
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Zulkifli: Peaceful coexistence key to Malaysia's future
Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Zulkifli Hasan stressed the importance of peaceful coexistence and a harmonious society for Malaysia's future. He said this at a dialogue session with Kelab Concorde at Wisma Bernama, Kuala Lumpur, discussing Malaysia's Islamic identity and religious diversity.
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Akmal challenges PH to contest all 28 Melaka state seats
UMNO Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has challenged Pakatan Harapan to contest all 28 seats in the upcoming Melaka state election and urged PH to abandon cooperation with BN. He said this at the UMNO Youth General Assembly 2026 at WTCKL, Kuala Lumpur.
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Secretaries' seminar in Bangi puts focus on AI skills
The Raikan Setiausaha 2026 seminar was held at Bangi Resort Hotel with over 150 participants from ministries, government departments and the corporate sector. Its project director, Mohd Shegy Jalil, said secretaries must master AI and new skills to stay relevant rather than treat technology as a threat.
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F1 Bahrain GP preparations at Sepang 80 pct complete, says minister
Preparations for the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit are 80 per cent complete, Youth and Sports Minister Dr Mohammed Taufiq Johari said in Putrajaya. Upgrading works at SIC began on Sept 7 and 500 volunteers have been identified for training. Malaysia will host the race from Oct 2-4, bringing F1 back after nine years.
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Umno Youth seeks role in drafting BN election manifesto
Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has asked party leaders to involve the wing in drafting the Barisan Nasional election manifesto. Speaking at the close of the Umno Youth assembly at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, he said the wing's members are closer to the realities facing young people. He also signalled Umno Youth is ready to face Pakatan Harapan in all 28 seats in the Melaka state election.
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UMNO Youth presses Anwar to explain status of other scandal probes
UMNO Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh demanded that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim explain the status of investigations into several alleged scandals, including the 'corporate mafia' case, a mining issue in Sabah and KWAP investment losses. He spoke while wrapping up debate on the UMNO Youth chief's policy speech at the 2026 UMNO General Assembly at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur.
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MACC hands eight governance recommendations on JPN shop lot rentals
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission presented eight recommendations to the National Registration Department to improve governance of shop lot, stall and kiosk rental contracts. The recommendations were presented at JPN headquarters and cover application mechanisms, written agreements and security screening of private workers. JPN welcomed the recommendations and signed a Governance Improvement Report.
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Lawyer: Ismail signed proclamation knowingly, without duress
A lawyer representing dismissed Undang, Tunku Besar Tampin and Dato Shahbandar claims Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim signed the proclamation to remove Yang di-Pertuan Besar Tuanku Muhriz knowingly and without coercion. He said Ismail's claim that he signed the document without consent is an afterthought. Ismail previously insisted the proclamation signed on 3 August at Istana Laguna Biru, Port Dickson was invalid and unconstitutional, and lodged a police report on 8 September 2026.
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Zahid and Negri MB meet for two hours at World Trade Centre KL
Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi met Negri Sembilan Menteri Besar Ismail Lasim for about two hours at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday. The meeting followed Ismail's claim that he was pressured into signing a controversial proclamation. Zahid's political secretary said it was just a regular afternoon tea for Umno leaders.
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Umno open to cooperation but refuses to be tied to any party
Umno deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said the party is open to political cooperation with any side but must not depend on or owe favours to other parties. He listed four conditions for cooperation in the context of Malay and Islamic unity, speaking at the Umno Youth, Wanita and Puteri assemblies at the World Trade Centre, Kuala Lumpur on 9 September.