ALOR GAJAH: Perikatan Nasional (PN) has never shut its doors to negotiations with Barisan Nasional (BN) and the latter should quickly decide whether it wants to cooperate with PN in the Melaka state election, said PN election director Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali.
He said BN should decide fast to ensure that the election machinery could make more effective preparations at the grassroots level.
"(PN components) Bersatu, PAS and Gerakan have reached the stage of facing nomination day but UMNO has yet to make the final decision. We hope a decision can be made early and not at the last minute," he said here today.
Mohamed Azmin, who is also PN information chief and Bersatu supreme council member, told reporters this after attending a meeting with the Masjid Tanah PN machinery near here.
Mohamed Azmin claimed that he had received information that certain UMNO leaders and grassroots members were keen to cooperate with PN.
"But this is an internal problem of UMNO which we should not interfere. UMNO needs to make a final decision on whether it wants to cooperate or not, and let the people judge which party is rejecting unity and which one is for establishing cooperation for the sake of stability in the state and country," he added.
Earlier, UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi had said the party was sticking to its decision to not cooperate with Bersatu in any elections.
When asked if UMNO would rule out cooperating with PN in the coming Melaka polls, Ahmad Zahid merely said, "I do not see in that direction."
Meanwhile, UMNO secretary-general Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan said it is still not too late for UMNO to establish cooperation with any party for the Melaka election.
The UMNO supreme council would make the final decision on this at a meeting to be held on Thursday, he told reporters after inspecting preparations at the BN operations room for the Bukit Terendak polling district centre in Sungai Udang today.
The Election Commission has set Nov 8 for polling, Nov 16 for early voting and Nov 20 for polling in the Melaka state election.
The Melaka election was called following the dissolution of the Melaka State Legislative Assembly on Oct 4, a move undertaken after four representatives withdrew their support for Chief Minister Datuk Seri Sulaiman Md Ali.
The four former assemblymen who triggered the election are Datuk Seri Idris Haron (BN-Sungai Udang), Datuk Nor Azman Hassan (BN-Pantai Kundor), Datuk Norhizam Hassan Baktee (Independent-Pengkalan Batu) and Datuk Noor Effandi Ahmad (Bersatu-Telok Mas).
-- BERNAMA
Bernama
Sun Oct 24 2021
Azmin said BN should decide fast to ensure that the election machinery could make more effective preparations at the grassroots level. - BERNAMA photo
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025
The Progressive Wage Policy would be fully enforced next year with an allocation of RM200 million, benefiting 50,000 workers.
Bursa Malaysia ends higher on Budget 2025 optimism
The benchmark index, which opened 1.85 points higher at 1,643.29, moved between 1,641.71 and 1,649.31 throughout the trading session.
Five important aspects relating to people’s lives in Budget 2025 - PM
The focus is on driving the MADANI Economy, speeding reforms, cutting red tape, raising wages, and tackling the cost of living.
Economic outlook: Govt plans to leverage, expand existing city transit system
The expansion aims to provide a more efficient and reliable public transportation network, reduce congestion, and improve accessibility.
Economic outlook: Budget 2025 to lay foundation for a digital-driven economy
The report said Budget 2025 will entail efforts to position Kuala Lumpur as a top 20 global startup hub by 2030 through the KL20 initiative.
Economic outlook: Corruption and lack of accountability hinder economic progress
Special Cabinet Committee on National governance is established to curb corruption, law reforms to modernise outdate regulations, MoF said.
National Wages Consultative Council will be strengthened
The govt will also incentivise hiring women returning from career breaks, offer job matching and improve care services facilities.
Economic outlook: Ensuring 11 years of compulsory education for all children
Budget 2025 will continue prioritising upskilling and retraining initiatives to equip workers with the latest skill sets necessary.
Consolidated public sector projected to record lower surplus of RM41.7 bil 2024
The MoF said the consolidated general government revenue is estimated to increase slightly to RM384.7 billion in 2024.
PM announces substantial Budget 2025 hastening Malaysia to become Asian economic powerhouse
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said it would create jobs and also tackle financial leakages to enhance public spending efficiency.