SERDANG: No parties in Perikatan Nasional (PN) are considered big or small and all component members in the coalition are treated equally, said PN chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
He said that every decision of the two-year-old coalition was made through a process of consultation in its supreme council, where every component party has representatives to freely voice their opinions.
"There is no one party that can force its views upon other parties. This unity should be built upon the principle of a common struggle and mutual respect among party members," he said in his keynote address at the 2022 Perikatan Nasional Convention here today.
PN comprises Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu), PAS, Gerakan, Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (STAR) Sabah and Sabah Progressive Party (SAPP).
Muhyiddin, who is Bersatu president, also said PN was prepared to set up a committee to scrutinise the proposed Political Funding Act, before it is submitted to the government in a bid to create a political culture with integrity.
Muhyddin said today's convention should also debate the subject of political transformation to rid politics of corruption and submit the recommendations adopted for consideration and action by the PN supreme council.
Apart from this, Muhyiddin said he had asked supreme council member Tan Sri Radzi Sheikh Ahmad to prepare a Bersatu book of ethics for reference by party members.
"Although we already have a code of ethics for members, this book will spell out the link between elements of the code and religious and moral values, which must be used as a guide by every member," he added.
At the ceremony, Muhyiddin presented the 'Anugerah Prihatin PN' to five recipients, including a non-Muslim house of worship, for their contributions to and extraordinary concern for the community.
Among the recipients is Dr S. Madhusudhan, 40, better known as Dr Teddy Bear, who set up a clinic which has been providing free service to the homeless and vulnerable groups in the Klang Valley since 2015, and Gurdwara Sahib Petaling Jaya, which provided free halal food to flood victims in the Klang Valley last year.
Muhyiddin and other top PN leaders cut a 'pulut kuning' (yellow glutinous rice) and cake in conjunction with PN's second anniversary celebration.
-- BERNAMA
Bernama
Sat Aug 27 2022
No parties in Perikatan Nasional (PN) are considered big or small and all component members in the coalition are treated equally, said PN chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. - Sinar Harian
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
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.