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No internal division in Chuah state constituency, says PH leader
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No internal division in Chuah state constituency, says PH leader

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Pakatan Harapan (PH) leaders in Port Dickson have denied any internal rifts regarding the candidate selection for the Chuah state seat.
  • State assemblyman Aminuddin Harun stated that any issues raised on social media concerning the candidate selection have been resolved.
  • Kenny Chiew, who was not selected as a candidate, has reportedly pledged full support to the PH candidates in the upcoming elections.

Leaders within the Pakatan Harapan (PH) coalition in Port Dickson have firmly denied any internal divisions concerning the selection of candidates for the Chuah state constituency. Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun, the Port Dickson PKR Branch Chief, addressed social media speculation that attempted to create issues between PKR Port Dickson Deputy Branch Chief Datuk Kenny Chiew Chi Kin and the PH candidate and incumbent for the Chuah seat, Yew Boon Lye.

This issue was settled a few days ago, and Kenny has also given his full support to us, the PH candidates in Chuah, Lukut, Seri Tanjung, Bagan Pinang, and Linggi.

— Datuk Seri Aminuddin HarunAddressing the resolution of candidate selection issues and confirming support.

Aminuddin clarified that any perceived discontent at the grassroots level, stemming from Kenny Chiew not being chosen despite his dedicated service, has been resolved. "This issue was settled a few days ago, and Kenny has also given his full support to us, the PH candidates in Chuah, Lukut, Seri Tanjung, Bagan Pinang, and Linggi," Aminuddin stated. He emphasized that the matter was not a party split but rather an issue being amplified on social media, potentially creating negative perceptions not only in Chuah but across Port Dickson.

It is not a split, but this issue is being played out on social media. It invites negative perceptions not only in Chuah but throughout Port Dickson.

— Datuk Seri Aminuddin HarunDescribing the social media amplification of internal party matters.

Aminuddin expressed gratitude to Kenny Chiew for his recent efforts in briefing the party machinery and supporters. "Today's meeting is very meaningful because we want to close all stories that make it seem like there is a division in the DUN Chuah," he added, aiming to present a united front.

Today's meeting is very meaningful because we want to close all stories that make it seem like there is a division in the DUN Chuah.

— Datuk Seri Aminuddin HarunStating the intention to present a united front for the upcoming elections.

Kenny Chiew himself affirmed his acceptance of the decision, prioritizing the party's interests above personal ones. His public support is seen as crucial in consolidating the party's position ahead of the elections, countering narratives of internal discord.

I accept the decision and see the party's interests as far more important than personal interests.

— Kenny ChiewExpressing his acceptance of the candidate selection outcome.
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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.

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