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Bersatu Senator Azahar Hassan Quits Party, Resigns All Posts
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Bersatu Senator Azahar Hassan Quits Party, Resigns All Posts

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Senator Azahar Hassan has announced his departure from the Malaysian United Indigenous Party (Bersatu).
  • He is relinquishing all party positions but will continue his role as a senator.
  • Hassan cited personal principles and a re-evaluation of current developments as reasons for his decision.

Senator Azahar Hassan, who also served as the secretary for the Malaysian United Indigenous Party (Bersatu) in the state, has declared his immediate resignation from the party. He is stepping down from all his positions within Bersatu, including his role as Deputy Head of the Kangar division.

Despite leaving the party, Hassan stated that he will continue to serve as a senator, fulfilling his responsibilities to the people of his state. He explained that his decision was the result of extensive consideration, thorough research, and deep reflection on current events.

"I believe this decision is based on principles, stance, and personal considerations to continue the direction of struggle that I believe in," Hassan said. He emphasized that his departure was made with respect for the party and its members, acknowledging the challenges they faced together during his involvement.

I believe this decision is based on principles, stance, and personal considerations to continue the direction of struggle that I believe in.

โ€” Azahar HassanExplaining the personal motivations behind his decision to leave the party.

Hassan expressed his gratitude to the party president, leadership at all levels, and Bersatu members for their trust, support, and cooperation throughout his tenure. He stated that he will always cherish the experiences, contributions, friendships, and opportunities to serve that were provided to him.

Previously, the Menteri Besar (Chief Minister) Abu Bakar Hamzah and a state executive council member also resigned from their positions in the Supreme Leadership Council (MPT) of Bersatu.

I want to express my highest appreciation and thanks to the President and the entire party leadership at all levels as well as Bersatu members who have given trust, support and cooperation to me throughout carrying the mandate in the party.

โ€” Azahar HassanExpressing gratitude to the party and its members for their support during his time with Bersatu.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.