Negeri Sembilan MB confirms withdrawing letter to Rulers, maintains status quo of Tunku Muhriz

Negeri Sembilan's Menteri Besar, Datuk Ismail Lasim, has officially withdrawn a letter submitted to the Malay Rulers on September 17, as well as the stance taken by the members of the Negeri Sembilan State Executive Council (MMK). This move effectively maintains the status quo regarding Tuanku Muhriz, the Yang Di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan.

The letter, which has gone viral, was sent to the Keeper of the Rulers’ Seal, Tan Sri Syed Danial Syed Ahmad. Ismail confirmed the letter's content is self-explanatory, stating, "You have all read it, it has gone viral. The media has already commented extensively on it. So, I am confirming the letter. The letter is self-explanatory."

He expressed confidence that the ongoing impasse in the state is nearing resolution. The letter's withdrawal comes after considering a media statement by the Malay Rulers and an order from the Seremban High Court on June 5, both of which maintain the status quo regarding Tuanku Muhriz's position. The decision to withdraw the letter aims to uphold the supremacy of the 1959 Negeri Sembilan State Constitution, preserve the monarchical system, and ensure peaceful state administration.

Ismail clarified that he has yet to meet with Tuanku Muhriz to discuss the status of the 10 former Exco members, stating that further comments would only be possible after their audience with the Yang Dipertuan Besar.