by Theleaders | August 10, 2023 11:05 am
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 10 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia’s political situation could have possibly turned into Thailand’s, which failed to form a coalition government, if Pakatan Harapan (PH) did not cooperate with Umno and Barisan Nasional (BN) after the 15th general election (GE15).
Sinar Harian today reported him explaining that since no party has a clear majority, a grand coalition which would also include Perikatan Nasional was proposed by rejected by PN chairman and Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, and his PN deputy, PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang rejected the idea.
“So we agreed to form an alliance with BN and develop [the government] together,” Anwar was quoted by the Malay language daily during campaigning at Wakaf Tapai in Marang last night.
Anwar explained that PH’s agreement with BN was made after taking into account several aspects, especially the decree by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.
The prime minister said although Umno has been a rival for a long time, the consensus between the two political parties was successful after putting aside their ill feelings and prioritising the voters’ interest.
“What is the point of holding on to grudges for such a long time? The important thing is that we are together now and there is trust in what we do.
“So, let’s undertake it properly,” he said, adding that it is important for the leaders to not steal public funds.
PH and BN formed the federal government together with Gabungan Parti Sarawak and Gabungan Rakyat Sabah. The two are also joining forces for the seven state elections.
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