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KUALA LUMPUR – PAS will not use its position in the government to implement policies that allow the oppression of anyone, especially those in Sabah and Sarawak who live in peace and harmony according to their respective culture and religion.
PAS secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan said the party was firm in adopting an Islamic principle, that is “no compulsion in religion”. Nobody will be forced to embrace Islam, but they can choose to embrace it if they want.
The Kota Baru MP said PAS always respects the Malaysian population which comprises various races, ethnic groups, cultures, and religions, as well as the peace, freedom and harmony enjoyed by everyone based on the federal constitution.
“PAS has proven this point by being open and transparent in the administration of Kelantan for more than 30 years. Various races live in peace and harmony as well as have the freedom to practice their own religions,” he said in a statement tonight.
Takiyuddin said PAS assures to continue the concept of holding discussions with all stakeholders in the government although the party has the highest number of seats within Perikatan Nasional (PN).
Takiyuddin said leaders and members in PAS were made up of individuals with various backgrounds and qualifications, including a large number of professionals who can carry out the responsibilities if given positions in the government.
In the 15th general election which concluded on Saturday, PAS, under the PN coalition won 49 seats, the highest, while Bersatu managed to win 24.
However, the overall results of the election saw a hung parliament with no coalition or party with a simple majority to form the federal government. – Bernama, November 21, 2022
