State Government Refuses to Recognize 'Undang yang Empat' Declaration Against Yang di-Pertuan Besar
Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- The Negeri Sembilan state government does not recognize the declaration by the 'Undang yang empat' that stripped Tuanku Muhriz of his position as the 11th Yang di-Pertuan Besar.
- The declaration was made by Datuk Mubarak Dohak, who is reportedly no longer the 10th Undang Luak Sungei Ujong.
- Consequently, the state government deems the declaration invalid and unrecognized.
The Negeri Sembilan state government has firmly stated its non-recognition of the recent declaration by the 'Undang yang empat' concerning the deposition of Tuanku Muhriz ibni Almarhum Tuanku Munawir as the 11th Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan. This stance underscores a significant political and constitutional dispute within the state's traditional leadership structure.
According to Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun, the declaration, signed and read by Datuk Mubarak Dohak, is invalid because Dohak is allegedly no longer the Undang Luak Sungei Ujong (the 10th). This assertion challenges the legitimacy of the individuals making the declaration and, by extension, the declaration itself. The state government's position is clear: the action is unacceptable and holds no legal or official standing within Negeri Sembilan.
This development highlights the complex interplay between traditional institutions and modern governance in Malaysia. The state government's refusal to acknowledge the declaration signifies its authority in upholding the established constitutional framework for the selection and role of the Yang di-Pertuan Besar. The situation warrants close attention as it could have implications for the stability and traditional governance of the state.
This declaration cannot be accepted and is not recognized by the state government because Mubarak is no longer...
Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.