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The Negri Sembilan Palace has firmly cautioned political parties against invoking or referencing the royal institution during the state election campaign, underscoring the importance of maintaining the separation between electoral politics and constitutional monarchy.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called on all political parties to respect the Negri Sembilan Palace's directive and refrain from raising race, religion and royalty issues during the state election campaign.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has called for a principled approach to campaigning in the Negeri Sembilan state election, following complaints that a Pakatan Harapan candidate's billboards were vandalised during the ongoing campaign.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has cautioned government ministers and officials to conduct election campaigns within proper boundaries, emphasising the importance of maintaining the distinction between political activity and official responsibilities.