Muafakat exists only in name, says Umno veep Khaled after PAS sides with Perikatan in Melaka poll
The Umno vice-president said while MN’s constant claim of championing unity of the Muslim community is “music to one’s ears”, the fact remains that other interests take precedence in politics.
(MMO) – PAS’ decision to stick with Perikatan Nasional (PN) and discard Muafakat Nasional (MN) for the Melaka state election means that the pact with Umno now exists only in name, Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said.
The Umno vice-president said while MN’s constant claim of championing unity of the Muslim community is “music to one’s ears”, the fact remains that other interests take precedence in politics.
“It is clear that MN is difficult to operate. PAS’ decision meant Muafakat exists in name only, but not in spirit.
“PAS cannot bind Umno with MN and at the same time pine for PN. PAS must continue with PN because it cannot be confused with what it wants,” he said in a Facebook post yesterday, adding no parties should be looking to benefit from others.
Mohamed Khaled added that Umno is firm with its decision to not work with Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia because the latter has put the interests of the Malay-Muslim community in the back burner.
“Bersatu was formed to replace Umno. It is clear as day that it is Umno’s rival. PAS should be cognisant of that position,” he said.
