Zahid rubbishes claims of growing tensions with Anwar
The Umno president also denies reports that Cabinet meetings are shorter than usual because of their strained ties.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has dismissed reports of growing tensions between him and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Bloomberg's allegations of deteriorating relations, citing sources, were debunked by Zahid, who stated that Cabinet meetings still conclude at 1pm as scheduled. The Deputy Prime Minister, also the Umno president, affirmed that his relationship with DAP Secretary-General Loke Siew Fook remains excellent.
Zahid clarified that the reported tension arose from BN's decision to contest against Pakatan Harapan in Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections. He emphasized that the party would honor its commitment to remain in the unity government until the end of the 15th Parliament's term, despite DAP's calls for institutional reforms by year-end.
Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin had previously suggested that trust between Anwar and Zahid had reached an all-time low, but Anwar has rejected these claims as Khairy's personal opinion.
Written by urgent.news from Free Malaysia Today's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
- Zahid denies rift with Anwar, reaffirms BN’s commitment to political stability malaymail.com
- Zahid tepis dakwaan hubungan dengan Anwar makin tegang freemalaysiatoday.com
- Zahid dismisses claims of rift with Anwar nst.com.my
- General : Zahid Denies Rift With Anwar, Reaffirms BNâs Commitment To Ensuring Political Stability bernama.com
