Perikatan Nasional (PN) Relationship on the Verge of Breaking Up, Says Pakatan Harapan (PH) Communications Director
Kuala Lumpur, November 26 (Bernama) – Pakatan Harapan (PH) Communications Director Fahmi Fadzil has described the relationship between Perikatan Nasional (PN) and PAS as increasingly strained due to internal issues.
Internal Issues Weighing Down PN Relationship
Fahmi, who is also the Information Chief of PKR, stated that the ongoing dispute over the issue of the ‘poster boy’ (Prime Minister candidate) within PN and the recent dismissal of Bersatu representatives in the Perlis Cabinet reshuffle are signs of weakness within PN and an increasingly fractured relationship.
Opposition’s Performance in Parliament Lacking
In addition to internal issues, Fahmi described the opposition’s performance in providing checks and balances, especially in the Dewan Rakyat (Parliament), as lacklustre. He pointed out that the opposition has failed to present an alternative budget for two consecutive years, indicating a lack of substance in their discussions.
Recent Developments Suggesting Fractured Relationship
Fahmi cited recent events, such as the chairman of PN being pressured to find a new ‘poster boy’, Bersatu reps being dropped from Perlis Cabinet, and Bersatu top leadership not being invited to a major event in Terengganu, as evidence of the strained relationship. He emphasized that these signs of weakness are becoming clearer by the day.
Language Issue on Business Signage
On a separate note, Fahmi, who is also Communications Minister, addressed the issue of business signage not using the national language. He emphasized that each local authority has its own rules and regulations regarding the use of language on shop or business signage, which traders must understand and comply with.
Conclusion
The recent developments within PN suggest that the relationship between PAS and Bersatu is on the verge of breaking up. The opposition’s lacklustre performance in Parliament, particularly in providing checks and balances, is also a concern. It is essential for PN to address these internal issues and improve its performance in Parliament to regain the trust of the public.
FAQs
Q: What are the internal issues affecting PN?
A: The ongoing dispute over the issue of the ‘poster boy’ (Prime Minister candidate) within PN and the recent dismissal of Bersatu representatives in the Perlis Cabinet reshuffle are signs of weakness within PN and an increasingly fractured relationship.
Q: What is the opposition’s performance in Parliament like?
A: The opposition’s performance in providing checks and balances, especially in the Dewan Rakyat (Parliament), is lacklustre. They have failed to present an alternative budget for two consecutive years.
Q: What is the issue with business signage?
A: Each local authority has its own rules and regulations regarding the use of language on shop or business signage, which traders must understand and comply with.