Ab Rauf retains Melaka leadership

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15 Nov 2026 • 12:46 PM MYT
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Ab Rauf retains Melaka leadership

DATUK Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh has secured another term as Melaka Chief Minister after leading Barisan Nasional (BN) to a commanding victory in yesterday's state election.

Ab Rauf, who chairs BN in Melaka, took his oath of office before Yang di-Pertua Negeri Tun Dr Mohd Ali Mohd Rustam at Dewan Seri Utama, Seri Negeri, in Ayer Keroh today.

The swearing-in ceremony comprised the presentation of the instrument of appointment, the oaths of office, allegiance and secrecy, and the signing of the relevant documents.

BN chairman and Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi was among those present.

BN secured 21 of the 28 seats in the Melaka State Legislative Assembly in the 16th state election, according to official results announced by the Election Commission. - November 15, 2026

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