{
  "id": 6740075,
  "title": "Chief minister says Melaka election not far off, dissolution of DUN required by year‑end",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/chief-minister-says-melaka-election-not-far-off-dissolution-of-dun-6740075",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-11T09:26:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/09/11/chief-minister-says-melaka-election-not-far-off-dissolution-of-dun-required-by-yearend/234850"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KUALA LUMPUR, September 11 — Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh has indicated that the state's election is imminent, with the dissolution of the state legislative assembly (DUN) required by the end of December. Speaking at the 2026 Umno General Assembly in Kuala Lumpur, Rauf said the DUN's five-year term is nearly up and they are merely awaiting the final stages to dissolve the assembly. He emphasized that delaying the dissolution is not an option as the date draws near. When questioned about potential candidates, Rauf maintained secrecy but clarified that they are open to cooperation with other political parties if the people desire. Rauf added that any discussions with political parties interested in joining the Melaka government will occur post-DUN dissolution. He reaffirmed his team's commitment to retaining the 21 seats they currently hold, stating that it's a right of any party, but they won't compromise on these seats. Regarding Umno's president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's recent speech, Rauf expressed admiration for its clear direction for Umno's revival in both the upcoming state and general elections. He believed GE16 would be a pivotal moment for Umno to regain dominance in the nation's politics.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR, September 11 — As talks and speculation on the upcoming Melaka state election intensify, Melaka Chie...",
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      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Chief minister says Melaka election not far off, dissolution of DUN required by year‑end",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/chief-minister-says-melaka-election-not-far-off-dissolution-of-dun",
        "published": "2026-09-11T09:26:46.000Z"
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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."
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