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BN chief urges legislators to steer clear of Negri Sembilan royal disputes

Barisan Nasional chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi told BN assemblymen to stop interfering in the Negri Sembilan royal institution after the sultans expressed displeasure with the state chief minister.

Speaking at the Road Safety Congress 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi urged all BN legislators to refrain from involvement in the Dewan Keadilan dan Undang and the Negri Sembilan royal institution. He said the issue of the Undang should be kept separate from government administration. The comment followed reports that Tuanku Muhriz and Tuanku Munawir were unhappy with Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Ismail Lasim. Zahid emphasized the party’s stance to avoid further interference.

Why it matters

It highlights tension between political leaders and the monarchy, affecting governance dynamics in Negri Sembilan.

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