Johor BN chief refuses to sit with DAP over principle
Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Johor BN Chairman Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi stated he refuses to sit with DAP leaders based on principle and a mandate from the people.
- He clarified this stance is not due to arrogance or racism towards non-Malays in the state.
- Onn Hafiz emphasized his decision is rooted in principle, mandate, and responsibility to the "Bangsa Johor" (people of Johor).
Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, the Chairman of Barisan Nasional (BN) in Johor, has declared his refusal to engage in direct discussions with leaders from the Democratic Action Party (DAP). He attributes this decision to matters of principle and the mandate he has received from the people.
Onn Hafiz, who also serves as the Menteri Besar of Johor, was keen to clarify that his stance is not motivated by arrogance or any form of racism directed at the state's non-Malay population. He asserted that his position is firm and principled.
"This is not about arrogance, nor is it about racism. But this is about principle, mandate, and responsibility to Bangsa Johor," Onn Hafiz stated, underscoring that his commitment lies with the people of Johor and the principles he upholds. This declaration comes amidst ongoing political dynamics within the state and the nation.
This is not about arrogance, nor is it about racism. But this is about principle, mandate, and responsibility to Bangsa Johor.
Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.