'I am not angry, I am hot,' says Zahid
KUALA LUMPUR: Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has again stressed that the government’s correct term is the Malaysia Unity Government, saying Umno’s support was fundamental to its formation.
Umno President Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi clarified that the government's official name is the Malaysia Unity Government, emphasizing Umno's crucial role in its formation. During the 2026 Umno General Assembly, he remarked, "I am not angry, I am hot!" while holding up the cooperation agreement between parties. Zahid questioned why the term "Madani" appeared in the definitions and interpretations, pointing out that it isn't mentioned unless context demands.
He sternly warned those advocating for Umno's departure from the government, including a figure he dubbed "Ceplos." He reiterated that the Malaysia Unity Government's existence is solely due to Umno's support, asserting that the Prime Minister's position is a direct result of Umno's backing. Zahid also recounted the initial composition of the government, which comprised 82 seats from Pakatan Harapan and 30 from Barisan Nasional, totaling 112 seats.
He noted that three former PKR MPs had since defected, but the current coalition now has 18 parties backing it. Zahid insisted that if Umno were asked to leave, the original foundation of 112 seats would no longer hold, necessitating a new mandate. The delegates cheered in agreement as Zahid concluded his speech.
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