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PAS's Political Stance Changes With Current Suitability, Says Ahmad Zahid
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PAS's Political Stance Changes With Current Suitability, Says Ahmad Zahid

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • PAS's desire for political cooperation with Barisan Nasional (BN) for the Negeri Sembilan state election should not be taken seriously, according to Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
  • Hamidi stated that PAS's stance can change based on current political suitability, and no official agreement has been finalized.
  • BN machinery is cautioned against being overly optimistic about statements from PAS President Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang.

The chairman of Barisan Nasional (BN), Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, has advised that PAS's expressed desire for political cooperation with BN for the upcoming Negeri Sembilan state election should not be taken too seriously. Hamidi indicated that PAS's position on such matters is fluid and can shift according to current political circumstances.

He emphasized that no official agreement has been finalized between the two parties regarding any cooperation for the Negeri Sembilan polls. Hamidi cautioned all parties, particularly the BN machinery, against excessive optimism regarding statements issued by PAS President Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang. "What has been stated is not all to be accepted as an accurate statement because we do not have any agreement with PAS," he remarked.

Speaking at a press conference after the TVET@KKDW Contingent's Address for the Worldskills Shanghai 2026 competition, Hamidi clarified that any discussions, if they occur, are merely based on mutual understanding. He stressed that these discussions are not being prioritized. The sentiment suggests a cautious approach from BN, acknowledging potential political maneuvering by PAS rather than a firm commitment to an alliance.

What has been stated is not all to be accepted as an accurate statement because we do not have any agreement with Pas.

โ€” Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid HamidiAhmad Zahid Hamidi explaining that PAS's statements on cooperation should not be taken as definitive due to the lack of a formal agreement.
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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.