Umno rep quashes talk of PH joining Negeri Sembilan govt
Lenggeng assemblyman Asna Amin also dismisses Wawasan chairman Rais Yatim's claim that Ismail Lasim's menteri besar appointment involved 'external interference'.
PETALING JAYA: Umno assemblyman Asna Amin has firmly denied claims that Pakatan Harapan might be included in the Negeri Sembilan state government. She emphasized via Facebook that no discussions on this matter have taken place. The statement comes after a MalaysiaGazette report cited sources claiming negotiations had been underway to secure political stability.
Ismail Lasim, the recently sworn-in menteri besar, secured a simple majority of 19 seats in the state election, with Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional winning 18 and 7 seats, respectively. Asna dismissed claims by Wawasan chairman Rais Yatim that external interference played a role in Ismail's appointment, asserting that the BN chairman, Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, had followed the proper legal and customary procedures.
She expressed trust in Zahid's adherence to Negeri Sembilan's laws and customs and dismissed Rais's assertions as unfounded. Asna reaffirmed confidence in Zahid's actions and urged the assembly members to respect the menteri besar's decision and focus on serving the people.
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