Datuk Seri Dr Ab Rauf Yusoh was sworn in again as the Chief Minister of Melaka. The ceremony took place in Ayer Keroh. His second term follows a decisive victory for the Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional coalition in the state election. The coalition secured a large majority of seats in the 16th Melaka state legislative assembly. Yusoh’s oath marks the continuation of his leadership for another term. The report was distributed by the New Straits Times Press.