{"id":18186,"date":"2026-05-24T19:18:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-24T11:18:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newmalaysiatimes.com\/?p=18186"},"modified":"2026-05-25T15:42:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-25T07:42:24","slug":"bersatu-clarifies-hadis-allegations-reaffirms-consensus-in-perikatan-nasional","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newmalaysiatimes.com\/?p=18186","title":{"rendered":"BERSATU Clarifies Hadi’s Allegations, Reaffirms Consensus in Perikatan Nasional"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

KUALA LUMPUR<\/strong>, 25 May<\/strong> \u2014 Following recent statements questioning the stability of Perikatan Nasional (PN), Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (BERSATU) has stepped forward to publicly address a series of recent internal disputes, emphasizing its commitment to collective leadership and the consensus-driven values of the opposition coalition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The response from the BERSATU Political Bureau on May 24, 2026, was prompted by a press conference held two days earlier on May 22 in Rusila, Terengganu, by PAS President YB Tan Sri Haji Abdul Hadi Awang<\/sup>. During that media briefing, Abdul Hadi outlined several core reasons why PAS is currently evaluating its long-term political relationship with BERSATU ahead of future elections<\/sup>. The issues raised spanned a leadership impasse in Perlis, BERSATU’s electoral machinery footprint, internal party disciplinary moves in northern states, and a changing political landscape in Negeri Sembilan<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While BERSATU expressed regret that these sensitive issues were aired in the media rather than being resolved through internal party mechanisms, the bureau noted that an open clarification was necessary to prevent negative public perceptions and protect the broader interests of the alliance<\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Respect for Royal Discretion in Perlis<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Addressing claims surrounding the change in the Perlis Menteri Besar position, BERSATU firmly denied any allegations of political betrayal<\/sup>. The party explained that the state’s leadership structure rests entirely under the constitutional discretion of the Raja of Perlis, DYMM Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin ibni Almarhum Tuanku Syed Putra Jamalullail<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the press statement, the palace had given fair opportunity to both parties to resolve the state’s leadership impasse harmoniously, even scheduling a joint audience for the presidents of both BERSATU and PAS on October 25, 2025<\/sup>. When the PAS president was ultimately unable to attend due to specific circumstances, the monarch subsequently commanded both component parties to present fresh nominees for consideration<\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BERSATU clarified that its assemblymen never withdrew support from the sitting PAS Menteri Besar, but rather chose to respect royal protocol by leaving the final determination to the wisdom of the palace<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Growth in Grassroots Machinery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In response to assertions that BERSATU fields a large number of election candidates without possessing the equivalent organizational machinery on the ground, the party pointed to its upward trajectory<\/sup>. The political bureau shared that BERSATU’s headquarters continues to register hundreds of new membership applications on a daily basis, driven largely by an influx of young voters<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The party further noted that alongside physical campaign machinery, the strength of the coalition in national polls relies heavily on the broad public appeal of the BERSATU brand, its inclusive and moderate policies, and the proven governing experience of its top leadership<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Internal Discipline and State Administrations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The statement also cleared the air regarding recent disciplinary actions that required replacing certain BERSATU representatives serving as state Exco members in Kedah and as the Deputy State Assembly Speaker in Kelantan<\/sup>. BERSATU emphasized that these appointments were originally made under the party’s banner<\/sup>. Once the party’s disciplinary board terminated their memberships based on constitutional procedures and internal complaints, recommending replacement names became standard administrative protocol<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To support its position, BERSATU revealed that the Registry of Societies (ROS) had sent an official letter on May 7, 2026, confirming that the party’s disciplinary enforcement fully aligned with its legal framework<\/sup>. BERSATU politely reminded its coalition ally that component parties should respect each other\u2019s internal management and autonomy regarding party discipline<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Chronology in Negeri Sembilan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To counter perceptions that it acted independently during the political friction in Negeri Sembilan, BERSATU detailed a timeline of communications between its secretary-general, Dato’ Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali, and PAS secretary-general, Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan<\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Originally, both parties agreed to have their five combined state assemblymen cooperate with 14 UMNO representatives to ensure regional stability<\/sup>. However, after UMNO leadership formally reaffirmed its alignment with the Pakatan Harapan (PH)-led government during UMNO\u2019s 80th-anniversary celebrations, BERSATU believed continuing the arrangement would send a contradictory signal to voters<\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Between April 28 and May 5, 2026, Azmin Ali reportedly reached out to Takiyuddin multiple times via phone and requested meetings to establish a unified response, suggesting that PN should withdraw its support from the local UMNO bloc<\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup>. BERSATU stated it received no definitive feedback during this window<\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup>. The entire sequence of events was later presented to the PN Supreme Council on May 16, 2026, where the explanation was formally acknowledged by all present without any objections<\/sup>. BERSATU reiterated its core principle: it remains open to electoral cooperation with UMNO only if that party breaks its ties with PH<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Broader Coalitions and the Principle of Consensus<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Finally, BERSATU answered critiques regarding the admission of outside parties into the Perikatan Nasional fold<\/sup>. Denying that it opposes broader political unity, BERSATU maintained that the coalition should prioritize forming structured electoral pacts first, leaving full membership for a later stage<\/sup>. This strategic approach was formally ratified by consensus during the May 16 Supreme Council meeting, where a specialized committee was established to handle seat allocations and pact terms<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Concluding its statement on a constructive note, BERSATU emphasized that since PN’s founding under the leadership of Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, the alliance has successfully navigated immense political hurdles by strictly adhering to mutual respect and collective, consensus-based decision-making<\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup>. The bureau cautioned that publicly contesting council agreements risks creating a false impression of “veto power” within the alliance, urging all partners to return to the spirit of internal consultation that has sustained the coalition over the past six years<\/sup><\/sup><\/sup><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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