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Negeri Sembilan MB dismisses claims of Zahid's role in royal dispute
Menteri Besar Ismail Lasim has rejected suggestions that UMNO Vice-President Zahid Hamidi was involved in attempts to remove Tuanku Muhriz, reasserting the party's commitment to Malaysia's constitutional monarchy.
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Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Ismail Lasim has firmly denied allegations linking UMNO Vice-President Zahid Hamidi to efforts aimed at removing the state's ruler, Tuanku Muhriz. Speaking on the matter, Lasim underscored UMNO's unwavering support for Malaysia's Malay royal institutions and the principles underpinning the nation's constitutional monarchy framework.
The denial comes amid ongoing political tensions surrounding the tenure of Tuanku Muhriz as Yang di-Pertuan Agong. Lasim's statement appears designed to distance UMNO from any involvement in institutional disputes affecting the sultanate.
As one of Malaysia's major political parties, UMNO's public stance on matters concerning the monarchy carries significant weight in national discourse. The party has historically positioned itself as a defender of traditional institutions, including the royal system that forms a cornerstone of Malaysia's political structure.
The clarification from Lasim reflects broader efforts by UMNO leadership to manage perceptions regarding the party's relationship with the institution of the sultanate, particularly during a period marked by heightened scrutiny of political actors' roles in recent royal-related developments.