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Early Voting Underway in Negeri Sembilan State Election; 14% Turnout by Mid-Morning

Early voting in Negeri Sembilan's state election reached 14.31% by 9am, with military and police personnel voting across 38 centres. The main election follows on July 28.

By Aisyah Razak · 2 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Election Commission to Test Digital Voter Attendance System in Negeri Sembilan Poll

The Election Commission will deploy an automated voter attendance system at selected polling stations in Negeri Sembilan's state election this Saturday, marking a step toward digitalising Malaysia's electoral processes.

By Aisyah Razak · 2 Aug 2026 · 5 min read

Negeri Sembilan State Election Records 28% Turnout by Mid-Morning as Weather Concerns Loom

The Negeri Sembilan state election recorded 28.11% voter turnout by 11am on polling day, with the Election Commission chairman noting strong participation from senior citizens but urging younger voters to cast ballots early due to expected evening rain.

By Aisyah Razak · 1 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

Negeri Sembilan State Election: Postal Vote Counting Underway Across Eight Centres

The Election Commission has begun tallying approximately 12,000 postal ballots cast in Negeri Sembilan's state election at eight regional centres, with candidates' representatives overseeing the process.

By Aisyah Razak · 1 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

EC Chief Tours Polling Stations as Negeri Sembilan Votes Smoothly

The Election Commission chairman visited multiple polling stations in Seremban on August 1 to oversee voting proceedings for the 16th Negeri Sembilan State Election, which was progressing without major incidents.

By Aisyah Razak · 1 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Mohamad Aims for Strong 70-75% Voter Turnout in Negeri Sembilan Election

Negeri Sembilan's Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan expressed optimism about achieving 70-75% voter turnout in the 16th state election, aligning with historical norms despite persistent voter registration issues.

By Aisyah Razak · 1 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Negeri Sembilan Election: EC Sets Clear Rules on Voting Times, Mobile Phones and Campaign Materials

Malaysia's Election Commission has issued guidelines for tomorrow's Negeri Sembilan state election, urging voters to follow suggested voting times via the MySPR Semak app and strictly enforcing bans on mobile phones and political campaign materials at polling centres.

By Aisyah Razak · 31 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Negeri Sembilan Election Proceeds Without Vote-Buying Complaints, EC Confirms

The Election Commission has recorded no formal allegations of vote-buying or bribery during Negeri Sembilan's state election campaign, though 267 minor electoral offences were documented and acted upon.

By Aisyah Razak · 31 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Nearly 860,000 Negeri Sembilan Voters Set for Tomorrow's State Election

Nearly 860,000 registered voters in Negeri Sembilan will participate tomorrow in elections for 36 state assembly seats. The Election Commission expects preliminary results by 10 pm and final tallies before midnight.

By Aisyah Razak · 31 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Negeri Sembilan Early Vote Count Delayed to August 1; EC Warns Against False Social Media Claims

Malaysia's Election Commission has clarified that early vote counting for Negeri Sembilan's state election will commence at 5 pm on August 1, not before. The EC dismissed viral social media claims showing Perikatan Nasional leading early ballots as false.

By Aisyah Razak · 29 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Negeri Sembilan Early Voting Surpasses Commission Target at 91.06%

Early voting in Negeri Sembilan's state election exceeded expectations, with 91.06% of eligible military and police voters casting ballots across 38 polling centres, surpassing the Election Commission's target.

By Aisyah Razak · 28 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Negeri Sembilan Early Voting Runs Smoothly as Military Personnel Head to Polls

Early voting for Negeri Sembilan's state election proceeded without incident, with military personnel and spouses exceeding 60% turnout by midday. Army chief General Tan Sri Azhan Md Othman inspected polling stations and predicted final participation would surpass 90%.

By Aisyah Razak · 28 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Election Commission Eyes 75% Turnout as Negeri Sembilan Votes This Saturday

Malaysia's Election Commission is banking on a 72-75% voter turnout for Negeri Sembilan's state election this Saturday, buoyed by energetic campaigning across the state and early enthusiasm from the electorate.

By Aisyah Razak · 28 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Election Commission Preps 38 Centres for Negeri Sembilan Early Voting

Malaysia's Election Commission has confirmed final preparations are complete for early voting in the 16th Negeri Sembilan State Election tomorrow, with over 22,000 military and police personnel and their spouses eligible to participate across 38 polling centres.

By Aisyah Razak · 27 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

South Korea's election watchdog faces investigation over ballot shortage cover-up

South Korean prosecutors have raided the National Election Commission headquarters as part of an expanding investigation into allegations that officials manipulated computer records to conceal voting irregularities during June's local elections.

By Aisyah Razak · 23 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Election Commission Prepares 13,263 Postal Votes for Negeri Sembilan State Election

Malaysia's Election Commission has distributed 13,263 postal ballot papers to eligible voters ahead of the Negeri Sembilan state election, enabling those unable to vote in person to participate in the democratic process.

By Aisyah Razak · 20 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Negeri Sembilan Election: 13,263 Postal Votes Distributed Ahead of August Poll

Malaysia's Election Commission has issued 13,263 postal ballot papers to eligible voters participating in the 16th Negeri Sembilan state election on August 1, with the distribution covering government officials, overseas Malaysians, and security personnel.

By Aisyah Razak · 20 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

South Korea Launches Investigation Into Election Commission Over Former Chief's Alleged Financial Misconduct

South Korean authorities raided the National Election Commission on Monday investigating suspected embezzlement by ex-chief Roh Tae-ak, including allegations of undisclosed spousal travel expenses and questionable overseas trips by hundreds of staff.

By Aisyah Razak · 20 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Anwar Clarifies Sunday Voting Remarks as Personal View, Not Directive to Election Commission

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that his comments about holding Johor state elections on Sunday reflected his personal perspective rather than pressure on the independent Election Commission to alter its voting schedule.

By Aisyah Razak · 18 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Negeri Sembilan State Election Set for Competitive Three-Way Races in Over Half of Seats

Malaysia's Election Commission has cleared 103 candidates for the Negeri Sembilan state election on August 1, with Pakatan Harapan fielding the most contenders. Nearly 60% of the 36 seats will see three-cornered fights, intensifying competition across the state.

By Aisyah Razak · 18 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

EC Sets Ambitious 96% Target for Johor Early Voting

Malaysia's Election Commission is projecting a 96 per cent turnout for early voting in the Johor state election, based on historical performance. Some 20,607 military and police personnel are participating across 62 centres statewide.

By Aisyah Razak · 18 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Negeri Sembilan Election: 70 Candidates Confirmed as Poll Preparations Near Completion

The Election Commission reports 464 nomination forms have been distributed for Negeri Sembilan's state election, with only 70 candidates having confirmed participation through deposit payments. Nomination day is tomorrow.

By Aisyah Razak · 17 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Election Commission Urges Negeri Sembilan Candidates to Verify Forms Before Saturday Nomination Deadline

The Election Commission has advised candidates seeking to contest Negeri Sembilan's state election to complete and verify nomination forms with authorities before Saturday's nomination deadline, while also paying election deposits early.

By Aisyah Razak · 15 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Election Commission to Complete Postal Voting Study by Next Year

Malaysia's Election Commission is undertaking a comprehensive study on introducing domestic postal voting across all regions, with completion targeted for next year. The government has also signalled openness to placing the EC under parliamentary oversight.

By Aisyah Razak · 14 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Election Commission to Investigate Voters Posting Ballot Paper Photos Online

Malaysia's Election Commission announced it will scrutinise cases involving voters uploading images of marked ballot papers to social media, raising questions about voting conduct and electoral regulations.

By Rajesh Kumar · 12 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Barisan Nasional Leads Early Count in Three Johor State Constituencies

Barisan Nasional has taken an early lead across three key Johor state constituencies—Pasir Raja, Bukit Permai, and Rengit—based on preliminary tallies released by the Election Commission, signalling potential gains in the region.

By Rajesh Kumar · 11 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

PAS Maintains Strategic Silence on Johor Polling Night, Awaits EC Results

The Islamic Party has adopted a measured approach to the Johor election, instructing supporters and officials to refrain from making premature declarations until the Election Commission formally releases the results.

By Rajesh Kumar · 11 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Election Commission Declares Johor Polls Orderly, Eyes Social Media Ballot Photo Issue

Malaysia's Election Commission has praised the orderly conduct of the 16th Johor state election, reporting a 68.73 per cent voter turnout with nearly 1.9 million ballots cast. The EC flagged concerns about ballot photos posted online.

By Aisyah Razak · 11 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

EC Chief Conducts Polling Day Inspection Across Four Johor Constituencies

Malaysia's Election Commission chairman visited four polling centres in Johor on July 11 to monitor the state election voting process and verify operational standards across different constituencies.

By Aisyah Razak · 11 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Election Commission Warns Employers Must Allow Workers Time to Vote in Johor Poll

Malaysia's Election Commission has reminded employers they must allow registered worker-voters sufficient time to cast ballots in Saturday's Johor state election, or face fines up to RM5,000 and imprisonment.

By Aisyah Razak · 11 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

EC Issues Final Reminders as Johor Campaign Period Ends Tonight

Malaysia's Election Commission has issued final directives to all contesting parties in the 16th Johor State Election, requiring a complete halt to campaign activities after 11:59pm tonight, including social media promotion and booth operations.

By Aisyah Razak · 10 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Election Commission Completes Final Preparations for Johor State Poll Tomorrow

Malaysia's Election Commission has completed extensive preparations for tomorrow's 16th Johor State Election, with all ballot boxes inspected and polling centres equipped to handle 2.7 million registered voters across 56 constituencies.

By Aisyah Razak · 10 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Election Commission Directs Public to Report Digital Campaign Violations to MCMC in Johor Polls

Malaysia's Election Commission has instructed the public to lodge complaints about unauthorized online campaign materials directly with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission during the Johor state election, clarifying regulatory responsibilities.

By Aisyah Razak · 10 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Johor State Election Poised for Strong Turnout as EC Projects 70% Voter Participation

Malaysia's Election Commission projects voter turnout of approximately 70% for tomorrow's Johor state election, reflecting robust public enthusiasm for the democratic process and widespread campaign participation.

By Aisyah Razak · 10 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Johor Election Commission Urges Voters to Verify Polling Stations Before Saturday's State Vote

The Election Commission has advised Johor's 2.7 million eligible voters to verify their polling centres and voting streams before Saturday's state election. Voters can check details through the MySPR Semak portal or mobile app.

By Aisyah Razak · 9 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

EC Pushes Voters To Align Registration With Current Address

Malaysia's Election Commission is urging voters to update their registration addresses to their actual place of residence, emphasising that the country's constituency-based democratic system requires voters to participate where they live rather than in distant hometowns.

By Aisyah Razak · 8 Jul 2026 · 4 min read