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Negeri Sembilan MB denies resignation reports, prioritizes state budget
Datuk Ismail Lasim has dismissed persistent rumours about his departure from office, reaffirming his commitment to guiding Negeri Sembilan through its upcoming 2027 budget deliberations.
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SEREMBAN — Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim on Friday moved to quash speculation surrounding his political future, stating unequivocally that he remains in his position and focused on state matters.
The denial comes amid circulating reports suggesting the veteran administrator may be considering stepping down from his role. Lasim, addressing the matter directly, stressed that such exit rumours do not reflect his current intentions or plans.
Lasim emphasised that his immediate priority is steering the state through the budget planning process for 2027, signalling his ongoing involvement in key policy decisions affecting Negeri Sembilan's economic trajectory and development initiatives.
The clarification appears aimed at reassuring stakeholders and the public regarding the stability of the state administration at a crucial juncture in the fiscal planning cycle.