Negeri Sembilan crisis should be resolved through negotiation

Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called for the resolution of the ongoing crisis in Negeri Sembilan through dialogue and consultation among all relevant parties. He stated that the customary law (adat) dispute plaguing the state should not be settled through legal proceedings or court battles.

"In my opinion, the best way is through negotiation and there is no need to bring the matter to court," Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said, stressing that all parties must respect each other's positions. This approach, he believes, will foster a more amicable and effective resolution than adversarial legal action.

The Deputy Prime Minister's remarks highlight the government's preference for non-litigious methods in resolving sensitive customary law disputes, particularly those involving traditional institutions and practices. The emphasis on negotiation underscores the need for consensus-building and mutual understanding to maintain stability and harmony within the state.

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In my opinion, the best way is through negotiation and there is no need to bring the matter to court.