KUALA LUMPUR – Parti Bumiputera Perkasa Malaysia (Putra) will not join any political coalition in the 15th general election as it does not want to be bound by any political bloc’s manifesto.
Its president, Datuk Ibrahim Ali, said Putra is, however, open to cooperating with any party that can form a government if its support is needed and if it can assist its cause.
“Putra will remain a third force, but to form a government (after the general election) is a different matter.
“When the election is over, we will look at the situation. If there is a party that wins to form the government, (should) they require our support, we will see.
“We are open as long as they know our agenda. We will only join the government if we think that our participation will help our struggle,” he said after launching the Putra election machinery for P116 Wangsa Maju, here, yesterday.
Meanwhile, Ibrahim confirmed that he will contest in GE15, but has not decided whether it he will run in Gombak or one of Kelantan’s parliamentary constituencies.
He said Putra has set a target of contesting 45 to 49 parliamentary seats nationwide, with 25 seats shortlisted so far.
“We are a new party – our capabilities are limited. So, we have to contest according to our ability and preparations. If we are capable, we will put candidates (out to contest).” – Bernama, April 11, 2021
