The Question of ‘Unity Government’
We were recently surprised by the proposal of Pas’ president published by The Malaysian Insider. Our president mooted the idea of a “Unity Government”.
As the concept of “Unity Government” is a new concept, many are still confused by what it is. Many look upon it as a proposal for the coalition between Pas and Umno or Pas with BN.
What I understand by the proposal is a ‘unity government’ formed by a coalition between BN and PR. This coalition makes both parties have an equal footing in government while doing away with an ‘official’ opposition for the time being.
With this, escalated political conflict can be avoided and everyone can settle down to focus on the question of handling and overcoming the impending economic crisis.
This proposal was put forward due to the escalating political conflict and the impending economic crisis. Our president worries that the present political turmoil escalation involving PR and BN will increase tensions to dangerous levels and risk going completely out of control.
