Ahmad Samsuri Failed as PN Chairman, Claims Bersatu Leader

Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) has accused Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar of failing in his role as Chairman of Perikatan Nasional (PN), alleging he did not effectively manage internal conflicts within the coalition. Bersatu claims this leadership lapse exacerbated tensions between Pas and Bersatu, ultimately contributing to the dissolution of their political alliance.

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Since holding the highest position for 103 days, Ahmad Samsuri has failed to resolve internal conflicts that highlight leadership weaknesses within PN.

According to Bersatu's Information Chief, Datuk Tun Faisal Ismail Aziz, since assuming the chairmanship 103 days prior, Ahmad Samsuri has been unable to resolve disputes within PN. Tun Faisal suggested that Ahmad Samsuri's concurrent position as Pas Vice President created a bottleneck, requiring him to consult Pas's President and Syura Council before making final decisions. This, he argued, prevented timely and effective resolution of critical issues within the coalition.

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As Pas Vice President, he faces constraints in making final decisions as he needs to refer to the Pas President and the Syura Council first.

Tun Faisal commented on Pas's recent decision to end its political cooperation with Bersatu, announced by Pas President Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang. He stated that this outcome was not entirely unexpected given recent political developments. Tun Faisal also noted that Ahmad Samsuri had been less visible in addressing key issues, including political dynamics in Negeri Sembilan and internal PN matters, leaving component party leaders seeking explanations without adequate responses.

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This situation has resulted in many important issues within PN not being resolved effectively through the coalition's channels.