KUALA LUMPUR: Members of Barisan Nasional component parties have gathered on Wednesday (June 1) to attend the one-day convention in conjunction with the coalition's 48th anniversary.

       Supporters and party leaders arrived as early as 7am to celebrate the anniversary at the World Trade Centre.

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       The opening remarks, expected to start at 10am, will be given by Barisan deputy chairman Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan.

       The convention will be divided into two sessions, consisting of a series of forums throughout the day.

       Several speakers will be featured at the convention including Barisan's advisory board chairman Datuk Seri Najib Razak.

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       For the anniversary celebration, component party leaders, including MCA president Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong, are expected to deliver their speeches.

       Barisan chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi is expected to give a closing remark at the conclusion of the convention.