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Zahid confirms Rauf as Melaka CM if BN wins state election

Barisan Nasional chairman Zahid Hamidi has reaffirmed his confidence in incumbent Melaka Chief Minister Adnan Rauf, citing the latter's track record in leadership ahead of the state election.

LSN Malaysia · 23 October 2026

Zahid confirms Rauf as Melaka CM if BN wins state election

Zahid Hamidi, heading the opposition coalition Barisan Nasional, has backed the continuation of Adnan Rauf as Melaka's Chief Minister should the coalition secure victory in the upcoming state election. The endorsement underscores BN's commitment to maintaining stability in the state administration following Rauf's tenure. According to Zahid, the decision to retain Rauf is grounded in confidence derived from his demonstrated leadership capabilities and administrative record. The statement signals BN's strategy to leverage incumbent performance as a key campaign message to voters in Melaka. The coalition has positioned Rauf's experience and governance as central to its electoral platform for the state polls.