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Focus Malaysia
5 days ago
- Politics
- Focus Malaysia
Rafizi exposes 3 PMX's PolSecs who proactively undermine perceived PKR ‘rabble-rousers'
CALL this a case of badmouthing, backstabbing or punching below the belt from behind the scenes. Having had enough with a myriad of 'labelling' ranging from a reject by party grassroots, sour grape by stepping down as economy minister and most recently, accused of revolting to destroy his party, former PKR president Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli has taken to the social media to name his nemesis. 'The latest accusation comes from a person named Datuk Azman Abidin. You may wonder who is Azman Bidin,' penned the defiant Pandan MP on his Facebook page. 'He has great influence in PKR although many may not know him well. Therefore, I wish to introduce him today.' According to Rafizi, Azman who is currently one of the three political secretaries (PolSec) to the Prime Minister (PM) has displayed a turncoat nature since the time of the late Selangor menteri besar (MB) Tan Sri Khalid Ibrahim. 'His greatness lies in no matter what happens in PKR's internal politics, he must be drawing a fat salary in the government,' chided Rafizi who alongside former natural resources and environmental sustainability minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad have been moved to the Dewan Rakyat backbench following their cabinet exit. 'When the late TS Khalid became MB, he was TS Khalid's strongman and was appointed as an MB officer during which he desperately rejected Azmin (former Selangor MB). 'But when Azmin became MB, he suddenly turned to support Azmin following which he was made an officer for Azmin. 'When Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim became PM, he suddenly became the PM's political secretary although we didn't see him much during the national campaign for GE15 (15th General Election).' Rafizi went on to reveal that Azman who is currently the PKR Federal Territories interim chairman is part of PMX's PolSec trio who also comprised Datuk Seri Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin and Chan Ming Kai 'who spent their time campaigning to remove PKR leaders thought to be not in line with them'. 'People are busy administering the country while they're busy strategising behind the scenes which culminated in Nurul Izzah Anwar contesting the for the PKR deputy president post (which she eventually defeated Rafizi who was the incumbent),' he chided. 'I can't wait to see Datuk Azman Bidin campaigning nationwide to get 80 parliamentary seats in the GE16 later with guidance from Ramanan (newly elected PKR vice-president and former MIC treasurer Datuk Seri Ramanan Ramakrishnan). God willing, Azman Bidin will herald a new era for PKR.' Apparently, many commenters to Rafizi's latest exposé tended to agree that PMX is surrounded by bootlickers and apple-polishers who could eventually be a liability to both his premiership and PKR if he continues to throw caution to the wind. In fact, one pointedly revealed two more PolSecs of PMX whom he accused of 'also being sent to do NGO work for PMX' – Ahmad Farhan Fauzi and PKR Youth chief Kamil Munim (PolSec to Finance Minister). – July 19, 2025
The Star
15-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Bersatu proposes united opposition front
PETALING JAYA: Bersatu is proposing the formation of a united opposition front involving parties outside the government bloc to coordinate a joint stand on matters affecting the people. According to party secretary-general Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali, the proposal was put forward during the party's supreme leadership council (MPT) meeting and will be discussed at the Perikatan Nasional presidential council meeting later this weekend. He said that the party leaders have also agreed to have party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin lead the efforts to initiate this collaboration. Azmin added that Muhyiddin had also instructed Bersatu leaders to intensify groundwork in key constituencies ahead of the Sabah state election. "The MPT is confident that the people of Sabah are receptive to and support the struggle of Bersatu and Perikatan Nasional," he said in a statement on Tuesday (July 15). The council also confirmed the party's annual general assembly will take place on Sept 6–7 in Shah Alam, Selangor, with a ninth-anniversary dinner to be held on the final night, expected to host over 2,000 guests. Azmin said the council had also approved the launch of the Infaq Bersatu fundraising programme, inviting contributions from the public to support its pro-rakyat agenda. Additionally, he said that Bersatu would mobilise its leaders and supporters for the "Himpunan Turun Anwar" rally at Dataran Merdeka on July 26, scheduled to begin at 2pm. "This peaceful gathering aims to defend the Constitution and the rule of law, and to stand against oppression," said Azmin.
The Sun
17-06-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Analysts split on PN's chances to retake Selangor in GE16
PETALING JAYA: Political analysts are divided over Datuk Seri Azmin Ali's bold claim that Perikatan Nasional (PN) could wrest Selangor from Pakatan Harapan (PH) in the next general election. Azmin (pic) who is Bersatu secretary-general and Selangor PN chief, said the coalition could gain 10 additional seats, enough to form the next state government. The statement, made during the Kembara Bersatu Selangor event last month, reignited debate over PN's prospects in a state long considered a PH stronghold. Backing Azmin's claim, Senior Fellow at the Nusantara Academy of Strategic Research Prof Dr Azmi Hassan said the assertion is grounded in data from the August 2023 state election. 'There may be a reason why Azmin made the claim. If we look at the results of the last Selangor state election, PN needed fewer than 7,000 votes in several constituencies they lost to form the government. That confidence is based on real data,' he told theSun. Azmi noted that several seats were lost by razor-thin margins and could flip with targeted campaigning and voter turnout. He also pointed out that Pas, a key PN ally, has urged its supporters, particularly Kelantanese residing in Selangor, to switch their voting constituencies to the state, potentially shifting the electoral balance. He said PN has a better shot at capturing Selangor than taking over Pahang, another state currently under the Madani government. Among the marginal seats won with less than a 7,000-vote majority are: Sungai Air Tawar, Lembah Jaya, Taman Templer, Kota Damansara, Sekinchan, Sungai Tua, Pelabuhan Klang, Sungai Pelek, Dusun Tua, Batu Tiga, Kuala Kubu Baharu, Meru and Tanjong Sepat. However, Universiti Malaya political analyst Dr Mohammad Tawfik Yaakub offered a contrasting view, arguing that PN had already peaked. 'The major wave during the last state elections saw PN penetrate nearly all Malay-majority areas in Selangor. What remains now are the urban and non-Malay dominant constituencies, which are still under PH control.' Despite unresolved political issues under the unity government, Mohammad Tawfik observed that non-Malay voters – especially the Chinese – continue to back PH, with DAP remaining their party of choice. He added that PN should broaden its appeal among non-Malay voters, particularly in urban areas. 'They must also focus on retaining the two marginal seats they narrowly won – Gombak Setia (58-vote majority) and Taman Medan (30-vote majority).' Similarly, Universiti Utara Malaysia deputy vice-chancellor (Academic and International Affairs) Prof Dr Mohd Azizuddin Mohd Sani said Azmin's remarks appeared to be more about boosting PN morale than presenting a realistic scenario. 'PN appears sluggish and fragmented. There are signs of internal friction, especially between Pas and Bersatu, as well as unresolved leadership rivalries. 'In my view, PN currently lacks a compelling agenda for voters. Relying solely on sentiment won't be enough.' Echoing that view, University of Tasmania Asia Studies professor James Chin said PN's weak support among non-Malays remains a key obstacle in Selangor. 'It is highly likely that PH will retain Selangor due to DAP's strong grip on Chinese support. As long as that remains, it's difficult to see PN making real inroads.' PH won 34 of the 56 seats in Selangor during the 2023 state election. The coalition has governed the state since 2008.
The Sun
17-06-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Tug of war for Selangor
PETALING JAYA: Political analysts are divided over Datuk Seri Azmin Ali's bold claim that Perikatan Nasional (PN) could wrest Selangor from Pakatan Harapan (PH) in the next general election. Azmin (pic) who is Bersatu secretary-general and Selangor PN chief, said the coalition could gain 10 additional seats, enough to form the next state government. The statement, made during the Kembara Bersatu Selangor event last month, reignited debate over PN's prospects in a state long considered a PH stronghold. Backing Azmin's claim, Senior Fellow at the Nusantara Academy of Strategic Research Prof Dr Azmi Hassan said the assertion is grounded in data from the August 2023 state election. 'There may be a reason why Azmin made the claim. If we look at the results of the last Selangor state election, PN needed fewer than 7,000 votes in several constituencies they lost to form the government. That confidence is based on real data,' he told theSun. Azmi noted that several seats were lost by razor-thin margins and could flip with targeted campaigning and voter turnout. He also pointed out that Pas, a key PN ally, has urged its supporters, particularly Kelantanese residing in Selangor, to switch their voting constituencies to the state, potentially shifting the electoral balance. He said PN has a better shot at capturing Selangor than taking over Pahang, another state currently under the Madani government. Among the marginal seats won with less than a 7,000-vote majority are: Sungai Air Tawar, Lembah Jaya, Taman Templer, Kota Damansara, Sekinchan, Sungai Tua, Pelabuhan Klang, Sungai Pelek, Dusun Tua, Batu Tiga, Kuala Kubu Baharu, Meru and Tanjong Sepat. However, Universiti Malaya political analyst Dr Mohammad Tawfik Yaakub offered a contrasting view, arguing that PN had already peaked. 'The major wave during the last state elections saw PN penetrate nearly all Malay-majority areas in Selangor. What remains now are the urban and non-Malay dominant constituencies, which are still under PH control.' Despite unresolved political issues under the unity government, Mohammad Tawfik observed that non-Malay voters – especially the Chinese – continue to back PH, with DAP remaining their party of choice. He added that PN should broaden its appeal among non-Malay voters, particularly in urban areas. 'They must also focus on retaining the two marginal seats they narrowly won – Gombak Setia (58-vote majority) and Taman Medan (30-vote majority).' Similarly, Universiti Utara Malaysia deputy vice-chancellor (Academic and International Affairs) Prof Dr Mohd Azizuddin Mohd Sani said Azmin's remarks appeared to be more about boosting PN morale than presenting a realistic scenario. 'PN appears sluggish and fragmented. There are signs of internal friction, especially between Pas and Bersatu, as well as unresolved leadership rivalries. 'In my view, PN currently lacks a compelling agenda for voters. Relying solely on sentiment won't be enough.' Echoing that view, University of Tasmania Asia Studies professor James Chin said PN's weak support among non-Malays remains a key obstacle in Selangor. 'It is highly likely that PH will retain Selangor due to DAP's strong grip on Chinese support. As long as that remains, it's difficult to see PN making real inroads.' PH won 34 of the 56 seats in Selangor during the 2023 state election. The coalition has governed the state since 2008.
Daily Express
16-06-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
Analysts doubt Azmin's claim that PN can win 10 more seats in Selangor
Published on: Monday, June 16, 2025 Published on: Mon, Jun 16, 2025 By: Chia Wan Rou, FMT Text Size: Selangor PN chief Azmin Ali recently claimed that the coalition could take over the Selangor government by winning 10 more seats at the next state election. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: Analysts have questioned the recent claim by Selangor Perikatan Nasional (PN) chief Azmin Ali that the coalition is capable of winning 10 more seats at the next state election. Azmi Hassan of Akademi Nusantara said the voter demographics in several mixed constituencies would make it difficult for PN to gain ground. Advertisement He added that Azmin's confidence could be based on data from the previous state election. 'If PN secures 7,000 votes in the constituencies it previously lost, it might have a chance of forming the state government. 'But in reality… PN's chances in Selangor are slim,' he said. Azmin had said in his speech at a Selangor Bersatu event that PN could take over the state government by winning 10 more seats. PN currently holds 22 of the 56 seats in the Selangor state assembly. Mazlan Ali of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia said dissatisfaction among Umno members with the Barisan Nasional-Pakatan Harapan (BN–PH) alliance was a key factor in PN's previous gains at the last state election in 2023. He said about 20% of Umno voters shifted their support during that election as they were influenced by negative portrayals of DAP – especially in Malay-majority areas – which contributed to PN's success. 'However, after more than two years, the unity government's image has improved and public confidence has grown. Many Umno members who backed PN may now return to Umno,' he said. 'PN may win a few more seats, but likely not more than in the last election,' he added. The PH-BN alliance lost ground to PN at the August 2023 state election, claiming victory in 34 seats – 32 of which were won by PH – compared to the 2018 election when PH won 51 of the 56 seats. BN won four seats then, and PAS one. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
