PN Not Absolute Right Of Any Component Party - PN Component Youth Wings

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 30 (Bernama) -- Any decision or stance made in the name of the Perikatan Nasional (PN) is not the absolute right of any party in the coalition unilaterally, said the three youth component wings of PN.

Following Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin's resignation as PN chairman, representatives of Bersatu, Gerakan and the Malaysian Indian People’s Party (MIPP) youths have stressed that any decision made in the name of the coalition must be referred to, discussed and decided through the PN Supreme Council.

Bersatu Armada chief Hilman Idham, Gerakan National Youth chief Lee Boon Shian and MIPP National Youth chief Justin Prabakaran in a joint statement said it was in line with the provisions of Clause 13 of the PN Constitution.

“Although all component parties have the right to express their views, the Perikatan Nasional’s stance must be decided by consensus with all component parties.

“We urge leadership at all levels to practise politics of wisdom, prudence and maintain the coalition’s manners and ethics to realise a larger agenda for the well-being of the people and the future of Malaysia,” the statement said.

Earlier, Muhyiddin announced his resignation as the central PN chairman effective Jan 1, 2026.

Meanwhile, Selangor PAS Youth chief Mohamed Sukri Omar said the political relationship between the party and Bersatu needed to be reassessed without using emotions or narrow interests, but based on current political realities for the long-term good of the party and the people.

He said considering Bersatu's performance in several series of elections showed a decline in support and was seen to be dependent on PAS' strength and seat demands and influence disproportionate to actual contributions, this contradicted the spirit of justice and sincerity.

"The prosecution and investigation of Bersatu's main leadership had a negative impact on PN. Although PAS was not involved, the perception of the people saw this coalition as one entity. PAS should not continue to act as a 'savior' to other parties to the detriment of the future of its own struggle.

"Political cooperation is allowed as long as it brings benefits. Deciding or reassessing political relationships is part of the process of reform and reflection for the good of the ummah. "The 'betrayal' and 'stab of a friend' that occurred recently have made us all aware of the importance of honesty and loyalty in realising the goals of our common struggle," he said.

-- BERNAMA