Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim urged all parties to respect the royal decree affirming the stability of the Negeri Sembilan state government amid a brewing political crisis [1]. He said the state administration remains unchanged under the decree from Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir, the state's ruler [1].
The crisis followed a decision by Umno’s Negeri Sembilan chapter to distance itself from the ruling coalition and prefer opposition status rather than cooperate with Pakatan Harapan in the state government. The announcement was made by Jalaluddin Alias, a senior Umno leader in the state [1].
This announcement contrasts with an earlier decision by Umno’s political bureau to continue supporting the unity government in Negeri Sembilan [1]. The political bureau's position, made before May 4, 2026, indicated ongoing backing for the Menteri Besar, Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun.
However, 14 Umno assemblymen in Negeri Sembilan withdrew their support for Aminuddin Harun, challenging his leadership [1]. These lawmakers expressed dissatisfaction with Aminuddin’s handling of a sensitive royal issue involving an alleged attempt by one of the Undangs to depose the ruler [1].
Responding to the political turmoil, Anwar said, "What Umno leaders said was unclear so I don’t want to comment on it" [1]. He reiterated, "I only want to say if this involves the Royal Institution, I listen directly to what the Negeri Sembilan’s Yang Dipertuan decrees…which is that the situation remains stable, the Menteri Besar remains and see what happens next" [1].
He added, "Is this true that (the sitting MB) have lost all confidence, that will be done according to process but so far if you claim to be a party that upholds the Royal Institution, then uphold it" [1].
The report emerged on May 4, 2026, amid escalating tension in the state political scene [1]. The next steps depend on the official processes following claims of lost confidence in the Menteri Besar and any further response from the Negeri Sembilan royal institution.
