Anwar: Political parties plotting to oust me
Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim claims certain political parties are conspiring to oust him.
- He attributes this plot to his administration's firm stance against corruption and abuse of power.
- Anwar stated he is unafraid of political pressure and will not allow leaders to seek personal gain.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim revealed on Saturday that specific political parties are plotting to unseat him. He asserted that this alleged conspiracy stems from his administration's unwavering commitment to combating corruption and power abuse.
Speaking at a gathering in Batu Pahat, Johor, Anwar explained that the government's strict approach to ensuring public funds are not misused and power is not abused has caused discomfort among certain factions. "Now you know, there are various parties trying to bring me down. Why? Because they know we are firm, we take care of everyone," he stated.
Now you know, there are various parties trying to bring me down. Why? Because they know we are firm, we take care of everyone.
Anwar emphasized his resolve, stating he is not intimidated by political pressure due to his clear administrative principles. He vowed that his government would not permit any leader to leverage their position for personal gain, such as acquiring land, projects, or shares. "Throughout several visits to Johor as Prime Minister, I have never taken any form of interest in the state. I have come to Johor dozens of times, did I take land? No. Did I take projects? None. Did I take shares? None. We must teach our representatives, the state is good, uphold these principles," he added.
The Prime Minister was speaking at a "Ramah Mesra Bersama PMX" event, attended also by PH Communications Director and Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.
Throughout several visits to Johor as Prime Minister, I have never taken any form of interest in the state. I have come to Johor dozens of times, did I take land? No. Did I take projects? None. Did I take shares? None. We must teach our representatives, the state is good, uphold these principles.
Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.