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The Malaysian government is reassessing recent election losses, with officials concluding that voter sentiment and public mood have become more influential than actual government performance in determining electoral outcomes.
Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani has urged Negri Sembilan voters to prioritise capable leadership when making electoral choices, rather than allowing peripheral political matters to sway their decisions.
A Bernama survey reveals that despite the 16th Johor State Election's digital dominance, elderly voters continue to prioritise face-to-face campaigning, viewing direct candidate engagement as proof of sincerity and integrity.