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Melaka polls: All communities will have a voice in BN's leadership, says Zahid

Published on 29 Oct 2026 3:38:36 PM

Multiracial representation remains central to Barisan Nasional’s leadership, says Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

The Barisan chairman said the coalition assured voters that Melaka's various races and communities would continue to have a voice in its political leadership.

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Multiracial representation remains central to Barisan Nasional’s leadership, says Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

The Barisan chairman said the coalition assured voters that Melaka's various races and communities would continue to have a voice in its political leadership.

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