Zahid gives MB mandate to resolve Negri political crisis
KUALA LUMPUR: Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has given Negri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim the mandate to seek a solution to the political crisis in the state by consulting its royal and traditional institutions.
Kuala Lumpur: Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has granted Negri Sembilan Chief Minister Datuk Ismail Lasim the authority to work towards resolving the political turmoil in the state through discussions with the royal and traditional institutions. He emphasized that the solution should be amicable and carried out in accordance with Negri Sembilan's constitution, customs and existing laws.
Zahid, who is also Deputy Prime Minister, stated that the state administration should continue to operate smoothly despite the political deadlock. He clarified that there was no need for the 10 former state executive councillors to be summoned to Bukit Aman for questioning, adding that they would willingly provide statements to the police if required.
The ten individuals who had their appointments revoked were all elected representatives from various political parties, including Umno, MCA, Pas and Parti Wawasan Negara.
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