PETALING JAYA Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has admitted feeling awkward about sitting next to Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin in the Dewan Rakyat, especially after Hamzah recently labelled him as his number one enemy.Muhyiddin, who is Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia president and Pagoh MP, said this was among the reasons he did not attend Parliament this week.I did not go to Parliament (this week), firstly because I was not feeling well.Secondly, when I heard I would be sitting next to Hamzah... I didnt ..

SHAH ALAM - The opposition has made it clear that it will only support the 2026 Constitutional (Amendment) Bill to limit the Prime Ministers term to 10 years if certain conditions are met, including restrictions on holding the Finance Minister portfolio and safeguards for the powers of the Yang di- Pertuan Agong.Masjid Tanah Member of Parliament (MP) Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin said that the principle of a two-term limit could be upheld while allowing exceptions by the King in special ..

SHAH ALAM Libaran MP Datuk Suhaimi Nasir has denied rejecting the Federal Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2026, stating that while he supports the proposal to limit the Prime Ministers tenure, he was absent from Mondays bloc voting due to health reasons.The Barisan Nasional lawmaker insisted he had consistently backed the governments Bill and dismissed claims that his absence was a form of opposition to the motion.Suhaimi said that he was forced to leave the Dewan Rakyat at 1.30pm to seek ..

KUALA LUMPUR - Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin (pic) has confirmed that discussions are under way for him to take over Parti Keluarga Malaysia, following his sacking from Bersatu last month."We are discussing how we want to take over."We are in discussions on technical matters," he told reporters when met at Parliament on Tuesday (March 3).When a reporter asked if "taking over" meant he would become Parti Keluarga Malaysia president, Hamzah shot back with a smile: "Can I become ..

PETALING JAYA Bersatu President Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has alleged that Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin conducted undisclosed negotiations with Umno President Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and engaged in internal movements that fractured party unity, leading to his dismissal from the party.Speaking during an interview at the Bersatu headquarters on Monday, Muhyiddin stated that the former deputy presidents actions constituted serious disciplinary breaches, which necessitated intervention by the ..

PETALING JAYA Perikatan Nasional (PN) Deputy Chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has called on Pas to nominate a new Opposition Leader, insisting that Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin is no longer qualified to hold the post following his expulsion from Bersatu.Speaking during an interview at the Bersatu headquarters on Monday, Muhyiddin stated that the matter directly concerns the credibility and dignity of PN and must be resolved without delay.Muhyiddin highlighted that in many democratic systems, an ..

SHAH ALAM - Former economy minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli has denied allegations that he failed to support the proposed constitutional amendment to limit the Prime Ministers tenure to 10 years.He insisted that he and his colleagues voted in favour of the motion in the Dewan Rakyat.The Pandan Member of Parliament (MP) clarified his position following public claims, including remarks by Pas Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden, alleging that several government MPs were absent or had refused ..

SHAH ALAM Pas Youth has alleged that several government MPs failed to attend or support a constitutional amendment motion tabled by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, resulting in the Bill falling short of the required two- thirds majority in the Dewan Rakyat.The Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2026, which sought to limit the Prime Ministers tenure to a maximum of 10 years, secured only 146 votes in supporttwo shy of the 148 required to amend the Federal Constitution.Pas Youth Chief Afnan ..

SHAH ALAM Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman announces that he will not contest in the Malaysian United Democratic Alliance (Muda) party election, citing his ongoing legal journey and principle-driven leadership.In a statement on his Instagram account on Monday, the former Muda president emphasised that he would step back from seeking any position until his name is fully and finally cleared, in order to avoid causing distraction, division, or disruption to the movement they had started ..

SHAH ALAM Pandan MP Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli has confirmed receiving a show- cause letter from Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) over claims that he had declared leaving the party.The former economy minister said the letter was issued following his statement about his intention to contest in the 16th General Election (GE16) not under the PKR ticket.They claim I declared I am leaving the party when I said I would contest in GE16 but not on a PKR ticket.That plan would only take place once Parliament is ..

KUALA LUMPUR - This year's Umno partyelections, which havebeenpostponed, will be held at a date not later than six months after the 16th General Election (GE16).Umnosecretary-generalDatuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said the decision was made in line with the provisions under Clauses10.16,10.16.1 and10.16.2 of the party's Constitution.He said the move is to ensure the party's entire machinery at all levels can be fully geared to prepare for the possibility of state elections and GE16, which can be ..

KUALA LUMPUR - The Opposition bloc today confirmed that Larut MP Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin remains as Opposition Leader despite his sacking from Bersatu.Opposition chief whip Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hasan said there have been no changes to Hamzahs role and, as such, no notification would be sent to the office of the Dewan Rakyat Speaker regarding the matter."So far his position (as Opposition Leader) remains so there are no changes. We only have two days left of this (Dewan Rakyat) sitting. We ..

SHAH ALAM The appointment of Terengganu Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar as Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairman raises his national standing but does not guarantee a clear path to becoming the coalitions prime ministerial candidate in the next general election.Political analyst Dr Mohamad Hafis Amat Simin said the move was widely seen as a strategic effort by Perikatan Nasional to project a more professional and stable leadership image at the national level while strengthening ..

SHAH ALAM Perikatan Nasionals (PN) decision to appoint Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar as chairman is viewed as a strategic move by Pas to consolidate its influence within the coalition ahead of the 16th general election.However, analysts warned that unresolved tensions among PN component parties could undermine efforts to project unity going into GE16.Political analyst Arif Anwar Lokmanol Hakim said the appointment was significant as Samsuri, also known as Dr Sam was among Pas most ..

KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin remains coy over his status as Opposition leader."Later," he said briefly when met in Parliament on Monday (Feb 23).Hamzah, a former Bersatu deputy president, was expelled from the party on Feb 13 for sabotaging the party and trying to oust its president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.Other Opposition MPs were also tight-lipped."No, it's okay. Updates will be given in no time," said Putrajaya MP and Bersatu vice- president Datuk Radzi Jidin when asked about the ..

KUALA LUMPUR - After nearly two months of uncertainty over the leadership direction of Perikatan Nasional (PN) following the resignation of Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin on Jan 1, the political coalition has finally ended speculation with the appointment of Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar as its new chairman.Announced after a special meeting of PNs Supreme Council yesterday, the appointment of the Terengganu Menteri Besar was described by political observers as unsurprising, as it has been ..

KUALA LUMPUR - Bersatus Lembah Pantai and Larut divisions have announced their dissolution with immediate effect.In a video posted on Bersatus official Facebook page, the Larut division leadership said the move was taken due to a loss of confidence in party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.Larut division deputy chief Mohd Noh Md Daud said the decision was made after receiving a full mandate from leaders at various levels within the division."A total of 48 branches under the Larut division ..

BUTTERWORTH - Parties in the Unity Government need not worry about the DAP's special congress on July 12, as it serves as a platform for the party to reflect and assess its performance within the government.Penang DAP chairman and Central Executive Committee (CEC) member Steven Sim said the party will not betray the current government or neglect the interests of the people."I know that there are a handful of component party leaders who might be worried when the DAP secretary-general (Anthony ..

KUALA LUMPUR Pas Vice-President Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar has been appointed as the new Chairman of Perikatan Nasional (PN), effective Sunday.PN Deputy Secretary-General Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan said the appointment of the Terengganu Menteri Besar was made to replace Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, who resigned in January.He added that the position of Deputy Chairman will be held by Muhyiddin, who is also President of Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu).It is noted that the ..

KUALA LUMPUR The appointment of Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar as Chairman of Perikatan Nasional (PN) was made after taking into account the strengths he possesses within the coalition.PN Deputy Secretary-General Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan said these criteria were among the key factors behind the partys decision to nominate the Terengganu Menteri Besar to replace Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, who stepped down from the post in January.He has served two terms as Menteri Besar of Terengganu. ..

KUALA LUMPUR Following his resignation as Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairman on Jan 1, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has been reappointed, this time as Deputy Chairman of the coalition.PN Deputy Secretary-General Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan said the appointment was made during the coalitions extraordinary Supreme Council meeting on Sunday.Takiyuddin added that other deputy positions remain unchanged, with one exception involving Pas president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang."I was just informed at noon ..

KUALA LUMPUR Pas is expected to take over the position of Opposition Leader in the Dewan Rakyat following the expulsion of Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin from Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu).Perikatan Nasional (PN) Deputy Secretary-General Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan said the matter had been agreed upon by the coalitions extraordinary Supreme Council.However, he said further details, including the choice of a Member of Parliament to fill the position, would be discussed in a future ..

KUALA LUMPUR Bersatu vice president Datuk Seri Ronald Kiandee was dropped as the party's representative on the Perikatan Nasional supreme council hours before he was scheduled to attend a meeting at Pas headquarters here.Bersatu secretary-general Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali signed a letter dated Friday (Feb 20) stating that Kiandee would be replaced by party vice-presidents Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu and Datuk Radzi Jidin.The Beluran MP, however, remains a party vice president.Kiandee ..

SHAH ALAM Fondly known as Dr Sam, Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar has emerged as one of the most distinctive figures in Malaysias opposition landscape an aerospace engineer by training, an academic by profession and now the chairman of Perikatan Nasional (PN).Recently named PN chairman, the Pas vice-president now sits at the forefront of the opposition coalitions leadership, bringing with him a technocratic profile shaped by years in higher education, research and public service.From Ru Rendang to ..

KUALA LUMPUR The appointment of Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar as Chairman of Perikatan Nasional (PN) was made based on the strengths and advantages he possesses within the coalition.PN Deputy Secretary-General and Pas Secretary-General Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan said Samsuri was the only leader nominated for the position and was subsequently agreed upon unanimously during the PN Supreme Council meeting held today at the Pas headquarters.He said the nomination of the Terengganu Menteri ..

SHAH ALAM Political analysts suggest that the DAPs decision to convene a special congress to determine whether its leaders should vacate executive posts is less an act of rebell

SHAH ALAM Umno president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has a strong chance of becoming prime minister after the next general election, former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin said.Khairy described Umno as more stable than other parties currently grappling with internal friction.He said Zahids leadership style, particularly his ability to manage differing views without triggering major splits, has projected a positive image to the public.Zahid has managed to handle the differing views ..

MARANG - The Pas Central Committee meeting scheduled for this Sunday, is expected to discuss whether the party will take over the post of Parliamentary Opposition Leader, previously held by former Bersatu deputy president Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin.Pas president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang, who is also Perikatan Nasional (PN) deputy chairman, said that the party has yet to reach a decision on the matter, following Hamzahs expulsion from Bersatu."We will discuss this in the Pas meeting. ..

PETALING JAYA - A party special congress on July 12 will be held by the DAP to decide whether its leaders should resign from all government posts while continuing to support the unity government in Parliament, says party secretary-general Anthony Loke.According to Sin Chew Daily, more than 4,000 central delegates are expected to vote on the move, which is the first time such a major political decision will be referred to the partys highest decision-making body rather than determined solely by ..

SHAH ALAM MCA has no issue cooperating with Pas following a call by Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh for Malay unity between Umno and Pas to be expedited in Melaka ahead of the 16th General Election (GE16).Although there was no indication that discussions had been held with MCA as a Barisan Nasional (BN) component party on the proposal, MCA deputy publicity chief Neow Choo Seong described it as a good initial strategy in the context of Malay consensus politics ahead of future ..

SHAH ALAM - Support for MCA among the Chinese community is showing signs of improvement compared to previous elections and it is not impossible that many may be ready to back the party in the 16th General Election (GE16).MCA deputy publicity chief Neow Choo Seong claimed that more voters have expressed regret over what he described as political gimmicks and promises previously made by DAP.However, he acknowledged that even if Chinese voters shift away from DAP, their support will not ..

JOHOR BAHRU Umno has offered itself as the umbrella for Malay political unity in Johor following the dissolution of 11 Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) divisions in the state, a move believed to stem from prolonged internal turmoil.Johor Bahru Umno division chief Datuk Yahya Jaafar said the development proves that division only weakens Malay political strength, ultimately affecting stability and the direction of the struggle."Since its establishment, Umno has been the main platform for ..

SHAH ALAM - Former deputy president of Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin has the right and it is appropriate for him to forge cooperation under the framework of Rumah Besar Bangsa as advocated by leaders of Pas and Umno.Former Bersatu head of the Lembah Pantai division Datuk Muhamad Muqharabbin Mokhtarrudin said such cooperation was not about party interests but about ensuring the continuity of the nations political stability, economic strength, peace and ..

SHAH ALAM Former Bersatu deputy president Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin may look towards Pas as his next political home, driven by pragmatic necessity and established ties with the partys hierarchy.Political analyst Associate Professor Dr Mohd Azhar Abd Hamid suggested that Hamzahs strong rapport with the top leadership of Pas could significantly smoothen his transition into the Islamic party.While there may be minor ideological divergences, these could be overcome if Hamzah is prepared to ..

SHAH ALAM Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) faces a potential downward spiral ahead of the 16th General Election (GE16) unless it undergoes a significant transformation and stabilises its internal hierarchy.Political analyst Mujibu Abd Muis stated that Bersatu must transition from a model centred on individual personalities to a more institutionalised organisation.He argued that the party requires more robust internal processes and a cohesive, collective leadership structure.While Tan ..

SHAH ALAM - Opposition leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin has made his first public move after being expelled from Bersatu, sharing a photo of himself having tea with top Pas and Bersatu leaders, as well as former party figures in Rusila, Marang, Terengganu.In a Facebook post, Hamzah posted a picture of him sitting together with Pas president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang, as well as Bersatu vice-president Datuk Seri Dr Ronald Kiandee, former Bersatu supreme council member Datuk Seri Saifuddin ..

SHAH ALAM Three MPs have been expelled from Bersatu following the sacking of Opposition Leader Hamzah Zainudin.Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal was dismissed under Clauses 22.5 and 9.1.4 of the partys constitution.Gerik MP Fathul Huzir Ayob has confirmed his dismissal, while a letter sighted by Sinar stated that Padang Rengas MP Azahari Hasan has also had his membership terminated.According to letters issued by Bersatu Disciplinary Board Chairman Datuk Radzi Manan, the three MPs breached Clause ..

SHAH ALAM - The expulsion of Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin from Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) was expected, says former Bersatu information chief Datuk Wan Saiful Wan Jan.Wan Saiful, who is also Tasek Gelugor MP said the move showed that party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin was in a desperate situation.He claimed that Muhyiddin personally sending the expulsion notice made it appear as though he was also taking action as the chairman of the partys Disciplinary Board."Hamzah's ..

SHAH ALAM The sacking of Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin could trigger a wave of departures from Bersatu, with one former Supreme Council member warning that an exodus is now only a matter of time.Khaliq Mehtab Mohd Ishaq said he was not surprised by the partys decision to dismiss its deputy president, describing it as expected and long anticipated.Expected this to happen, and its about time, he told Sinar Daily.Khaliq alleged that those within the inner circle of party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin ..

SHAH ALAM All eyes are now on Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudins next move following his sacking from Bersatu, with close allies insisting that a return to Umno is not on the table despite what has been described as an open invitation.Former Bersatu Supreme Council member Khaliq Mehtab Mohd Ishaq, who was recently dropped from the partys top leadership and later resigned as chairman of its legal and constitution bureau, made it clear that Hamzahs camp is looking ahead, not backward.Im quite sure ..