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It’s just Umno’s view, Anwar says of challenge to hold early polls

The prime minister also says government stability is important while downplaying the challenges.

It’s just Umno’s view, Anwar says of challenge to hold early polls

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim dismissed Umno's demand to dissolve the unity government and call for early elections, stating it was simply the party's perspective. Anwar, who chairs the Pakatan Harapan coalition, acknowledged that his own government has also voiced strong opinions in the past. According to him, it was crucial for the government to remain stable for the nation's sake.

When asked about potential tensions with Umno, Anwar affirmed that he currently has no issues with the party, which remains part of the unity government. Following Umno's general assembly, Umno President Ahmad Zahid Hamidi called on others to remove Umno and Barisan Nasional from the coalition and to table a no-confidence motion against Anwar.

However, Anwar maintained that Umno's expressed views did not represent the official stance of the party and should be viewed as individual opinions.

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