Bersatu President Admits Non-Malay Community Still Hesitant in Supporting Party
Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, the president of Bersatu, has acknowledged that the non-Malay community is still hesitant in supporting the party. He made this statement during the seventh Bersatu annual general assembly at the Ideal Shah Alam Convention Centre (IDCC) in Shah Alam.
Lack of Non-Malay Support
Muhyiddin pointed out that in a series of by-elections and the recent state by-election, Bersatu and Perikatan Nasional’s support largely came from Malay and Bumiputera voters. While there is some non-Malay support, he emphasized that it needs to be increased significantly.
New Nationalism
As a party that upholds the spirit of new nationalism for Malaysia, Bersatu cannot rely solely on the support of Malays and Bumiputeras to form the government. Muhyiddin stressed that the party needs to reach out to all communities and build a broader coalition.
Denial of Camps
Meanwhile, Muhyiddin denied the existence of a particular group or camp of leaders in Bersatu. He warned that such divisions would weaken and break the party, and he would never condone such behavior.
Leadership Present
The Bersatu annual general assembly was attended by the party’s leadership, including deputy president Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin, three vice-presidents Datuk Dr Radzi Jidin, Datuk Seri Dr Ronald Kiandee, and Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu, as well as secretary-general Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Bersatu’s president has acknowledged the need for the party to reach out to all communities and build a broader coalition. He has also denied the existence of camps within the party and emphasized the importance of unity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is Bersatu’s support largely coming from Malay and Bumiputera voters?
A: Bersatu’s support largely comes from Malay and Bumiputera voters due to the party’s focus on Malay and Bumiputera issues.
Q: What is Bersatu’s stance on new nationalism?
A: Bersatu upholds the spirit of new nationalism for Malaysia, which emphasizes the importance of unity and cooperation among all communities.
Q: Are there camps within Bersatu?
A: No, there are no camps within Bersatu, according to the party’s president.