PAS President Criticizes Malay DAP Leaders, Says 'Malays Don't Learn'

PAS President Abdul Hadi Awang has sharply criticized four Malay leaders from the Democratic Action Party (DAP), remarking that "Malays don't learn." This statement comes in response to the leaders' accusations that Abdul Hadi's writings exploit Islam for political purposes rather than presenting scholarly arguments.

The DAP leaders in question are Syahredzan Johan, Young Syefura Othman, Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali, and Syerleena Abdul Rashid. They challenged Abdul Hadi to explain why DAP's stance was not considered a threat during their past cooperation in Pakatan Rakyat, especially given his criticism of secularism and his views on Islam's relationship with non-Muslims.

Abdul Hadi defended his position, asserting that his statements and writings are firmly rooted in the Quran and Hadith. He also stated that his arguments are supported by the DAP's own constitution and the pronouncements of its leaders. He clarified that past cooperation between PAS and DAP had conditions, including not opposing PAS's core policies, which he claims DAP has violated through statements against the implementation of Sharia law and other religious matters.