Malaysia

Wooing by Umno, Bersatu puts PAS firmly in kingmaker role for GE15

Datuk Seri Abdul Hadi Awang says Islamist group’s support being sought via both Muafakat Nasional, Perikatan Nasional blocs for Malay-Muslim vote

Updated 2 years ago · Published on 06 Nov 2021 3:10PM

Wooing by Umno, Bersatu puts PAS firmly in kingmaker role for GE15
PAS president Datuk Seri Abdul Hadi Awang says the party has a role to unite Malay-Muslims by extending its cooperation to Bersatu and Umno. – The Vibes file pic, November 6, 2021

by Ian McIntyre

KUALA TERENGGANU – PAS should start seeing itself as a “kingmaker” in the next general election seeing it is being wooed by Malay-based parties Umno and Bersatu.

During its muktamar today, PAS president Datuk Seri Abdul Hadi Awang said that the party is in “demand” for the coming election so it needs to be wise.

“We should not be confined to being a passenger in our political journey. PAS must work towards becoming the strategic force in the 15th general election, based on the contested seats, not just the number of seats won.”

He added that PAS as an Islamist party needs to be principled and offer strong leadership, 

PAS is currently holding its two-day muktamar at Duyong Marina & Resort here.

Hadi said that PAS has a role in trying to unite the Malay-Muslims by extending its cooperation to Bersatu and Umno.

“Both parties were united due to PAS’ role in Muafakat Nasional (Umno) and Perikatan Nasional (Bersatu).”

Later, he said in a press conference that PAS will stand by its decision to work with PN in the Melaka election but at the same time remains committed to Muafakat Nasional with Umno as its ultimate aim is to secure Malay-Muslim unity.

“Our commitment in Melaka is to support PN. PAS will also use the PN symbol in the state polls.”

PAS is also expected to announce its candidates for the Melaka polls later today and plans to contest at least nine seats. – The Vibes, November 6, 2021

Related News

Malaysia / 1w

Gua Musang MP denies enticing Wan Saiful to back Anwar, demands evidence

Malaysia / 1w

Wan Saiful names MPs who allegedly tried to influence him to support Anwar

Malaysia / 2w

Canteen operations during Ramadan won’t hurt students’ faith, MCA tells PAS

Malaysia / 2w

Stop politicising school canteen issue, MP tells PAS

Malaysia / 2w

Order for school canteens to operate during Ramadan ‘excessive’: PAS

Malaysia / 2w

Muhyiddin fumes at rebel rep’s claim of ‘cartel’ controlling Selangor Bersatu

Spotlight

Events

UK alumni lauded for stellar achievements as British Council observes 75 years in Malaysia

Malaysia

Don’t let politicians, activists stir up hatred against KK Mart, PBK tells cops

By The Vibes Team

Malaysia

7.7 mil people registered in Padu, 2.5 mil cyberattacks, but not one success: Rafizi

By Stephen Then

Malaysia

Farewell Aunty Bersih, you will be missed

By Ian McIntyre

Malaysia

Couple make two trips to workshop to find trapped kitten in car

Malaysia

KK Mart founder, director charged with wounding religious feelings of others over 'Allah' socks

By The Vibes Team

You may be interested

Malaysia

Geologist pleads guilty to unlawfully ferrying gold residue

By Jason Santos

Malaysia

MMEA team spots forest fire near school in Kuala Baram

By Stephen Then

Malaysia

Nuzul Al-Quran: PM calls on Muslims to analyse, interpret the Quran

Malaysia

Attacks by minority groups on govt policies need to be curbed - Ahmad Zahid

Malaysia

Water bombing carried out to douse massive Sarawak forest fires

By Stephen Then

Malaysia

DOSM opens 300 extra counters as Padu registration deadline approaches

Malaysia

Sabah assistant minister invites Rafizi to work together on poverty eradication

By Jason Santos

Malaysia

Muhyiddin files for leave to review Court of Appeal ruling reinstating power abuse charges