The stance contrasts with the views of some Muslim scholars and rights groups, who consider the bill to be sectarian and unconstitutional.

The former deputy law minister advises government leaders to stop using slogans as if they were still in opposition.

Former deputy law minister Hanipa Maidin urges his party to take a stand and reconsider its participation in the coalition government.

The Kedah menteri besar responds to his political opponents' interpretation of his speech.

The prime minister is said to be awaiting the outcome of the election before choosing a new domestic trade and cost of living minister.

Faiz Fadzil was given a discharge not amounting to acquittal at the request of the prosecution.

He says Barisan Nasional acknowledges that Amanah is the incumbent in those seats, formerly held by the late Salahuddin Ayub.

Kelantan Amanah election director Wan Abd Rahim Wan Abdullah hopes the stronger ties will lead to victory at the polls.

The two seats still under negotiation are Tepuh and Bandar in Terengganu.

The four-term MP was among the founders of Amanah.

It says it will do its best to keep the seat, also said to be wanted by Barisan Nasional.

It says seat swaps will be based on mutual agreement.