ISKANDAR PUTERI, May 26 -- Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has dismissed speculation of an early state election, reaffirming that the state government's term will only end in about two years.

He said it is not election season yet, as the current administration remains in office until April 2027.

"We have about two years left to focus fully on economic and infrastructure development for the benefit of the people.

"So, let us find common ground to foster better cooperation and avoid differences that could lead to divisions," he said during his winding-up speech at the Johor state legislative assembly in Kota Iskandar today.

Onn Hafiz commended the commitment and integrity displayed by state assemblymen, despite their differing...