{
  "id": 18306658,
  "title": "Zahid urges ‘respect’ between BN, Perikatan as Melaka campaigning intensifies",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/zahid-urges-respect-between-bn-perikatan-as-melaka-campaigning-18306658",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-05T12:17:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/11/05/zahid-urges-respect-between-bn-perikatan-as-melaka-campaigning-intensifies/242117"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On November 5, Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi addressed the need for restraint and responsible campaigning during the 16th Melaka State Election. Speaking to Malaysian media following a meeting with country representatives, Ahmad Zahid emphasized the importance of mutual respect between his party and the Perikatan Nasional (PN). Despite the intensity of campaigning, he stressed that there have been instances where clashes should have been avoided. He echoed the PN's stance that respect for their agreed-upon terms is crucial. Although no formal agreement exists, he stressed that understanding between the two parties is vital. Ahmad Zahid cautioned that excessive campaigning, including addressing issues unrelated to the state election, would not alter the voters' decisions or the parties' positions. The Election Commission has scheduled polling day for November 14, with early voting set for November 10. For the most recent updates on the Melaka state election, readers can visit https://election.bernama.com/prn/melaka/2026/.",
  "summary": "ISTANBUL, Nov 5 — Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has reminded all party machinery...",
  "key_points": [],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}