No move to challenge Hadi's leadership, says Pas leader

New Straits Times

2 days ago

KUALA LUMPUR: There has been no discussion on nominating a new candidate to contest the Pas president's post as of now, says the party's central committee member Datuk Ahmad Amzad Mohamed @ Hashim.
He said the party's grassroots still strongly support Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang to remain at the helm, citing his leadership as the reason behind Pas' current electoral strength.
"Most Pas members want Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang to continue his excellent leadership, which has led the party to become the largest bloc in Parliament and to govern several state administrations.
"As of now, I have not heard of any move to nominate another candidate for the presidency.
"That said, Pas is a democratic party and has never closed the door to any nominations," he told the New Straits Times.
He said this when asked about the party's plans for its 71st Muktamar, which will be held in Kedah.
Ahmad Amzad, who is also the Kuala Terengganu member of parliament, said Pas would highlight issues concerning the rising cost of living.
"The main issue is the economic hardship faced by the people."
Ahmad Amzad also raised several national concerns that he said should be prioritised, including the position of Islam and the Malays, the Urban Renewal Act, constituency redelineation, and the push for local government elections.