Wanita Umno garis 5 prinsip kerjasama politik

KUALA LUMPUR: The head of the Women's wing of the United Malays National Organisation (Umno), Noraini Ahmad, has outlined five principles that must be followed in any political cooperation with other parties. According to Noraini, the primary focus should not be on the struggle for power, the dignity of the party, national stability, inclusivity for the diverse Malaysian community, or the base of the party.

She emphasized that Umno can cooperate with anyone, but the cooperation should not compromise the party’s identity. Noraini stressed that the party should not lose its voice in a coalition government formed through cooperation with parties of different histories, ideologies, foundations, and struggles. She clarified that cooperation should not be equated with losing identity, and identity should not be used as an excuse to reject cooperation.

The leader stressed the need to strike a balance between the party’s identity and cooperation. Umno joins the government for national stability and the people’s welfare, but it must continue to strengthen itself. Noraini said that while Umno is important when a government needs to be formed, it must also be important when decisions affecting people's lives are made.

She added that Wanita Umno understands the need for compromise but warns that too much defeat could make people consider the party’s leadership as weak. "We can sit side by side. But, let’s not let our seats and votes become smaller," she concluded.