Free Malaysia Today·3 min read·medium
Turbulent tenure expected for new Negeri Sembilan MB
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Nicholas Chung
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Ismail Lasim has been sworn in as the new menteri besar of Negeri Sembilan, but faces a challenging tenure due to internal Umno dissent. Analysts suggest that while his position is currently stable due to the ruler's appointment and political optics, he may face significant leadership challenges after the next general election.
Seven-term assemblyman Ismail Lasim was sworn in as Negeri Sembilan menteri besar on Sunday, but several assemblymen missed the ceremony, including state Umno chief Jalaluddin Alias. (Bernama pic)
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