‘The EC must carry out its responsibilities well and independently, and ensure that the Johor and Negeri Sembilan elections proceed smoothly.’
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on all parties contesting in the upcoming Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections to conduct their campaigns ethically and adhere to election regulations.
Speaking to reporters after Friday prayers at Masjid Al Hidayah here today, Anwar said the Election Commission (EC) must continue to discharge its responsibilities independently and professionally to ensure the smooth conduct of both polls.
“The EC has announced the elections following the dissolution of the state assemblies, and now that the campaign period is beginning, I hope all parties will observe the rules and conduct themselves properly.
“The EC must carry out its responsibilities well and independently, and ensure that the Johor and Negeri Sembilan elections proceed smoothly,” he said.
Anwar said he had also reminded his Cabinet colleagues to respect election regulations and uphold ethical campaigning practices.
“I spoke to my colleagues after the Cabinet meeting to ensure they pay attention to the rules and adhere to ethical campaigning practices,” he added.
Earlier today, the EC announced that polling for the 16th Johor State Legislative Assembly election will be held on July 11, while polling for the 16th Negeri Sembilan State Legislative Assembly election has been set for August 1.
EC chairman Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun said nomination day for Johor will be on June 27, with early voting on July 7.
For Negeri Sembilan, nomination day has been fixed for July 18, while early voting will take place on July 28.
