You can quit if you disagree with Selangor pact, Bersatu reps told

Selangor Bersatu deputy chairman Rafiq Abdullah dismissed concerns over the party's agreement with the PH-led state government, stating it was a common practice for the BN to forge similar deals with PH. In a meeting with Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, Rafiq emphasized that Bersatu's political bureau made the decision, and assemblymen were expected to comply.

The Bersatu constitution dictates that all members, regardless of their status, must adhere to the party's rules and decisions. Rafiq further stated that members who disagreed with the pact could leave Bersatu, as it was a party decision, not a personal one.

Rafiq also noted that the agreement was akin to the one previously signed by BN with PH to form a unity government, thus rendering it unremarkable. Meanwhile, Selangor Bersatu communications director Noorazley Yahya further clarified that assemblymen would maintain their opposition roles and serve as checks and balances on the state government, despite the pact.

Noorazley affirmed that the matter was not discussed with the party's 11 assemblymen, but Bersatu's political bureau had authorized state chief Azmin to negotiate with the Selangor government.