I wasn’t informed, says Bersatu rep over Selangor govt pact

Bersatu assemblywoman Nurul Syazwani Noh expressed surprise at the Selangor government's plan to sign a confidence and supply agreement with the Pakatan Harapan-led state government without consulting all Bersatu representatives. Syazwani, who is not aligned with the current Bersatu leadership, stated that she was unaware that negotiations with the People's Alliance (PH) were nearing completion and that the pact would be finalized before the state budget was presented.

She emphasized that all Bersatu assemblymen should have been informed beforehand, especially considering the political commitments the deal entailed, such as supporting the state government or budget. The Permatang assemblyman clarified that she has no issue working with the current government if it serves the people's interests, but the opposition must retain its role as a check and balance.

Meanwhile, Selangor's Chief Minister Amirudin Shari announced that Bersatu assemblymen would sign the pact before the state budget was tabled, as tensions escalate between PH and Barisan Nasional, both partners in the federal and Selangor governments. Bersatu is currently in conflict with PAS, which leads the Perikatan Nasional coalition.

The Selangor State Assembly consists of 32 PH assemblymen, 11 Bersatu members, 10 PAS representatives, two Barisan Nasional members, and one independent.