Melaka Bersatu Youth chief quits party for Wawasan

Melaka Bersatu Youth chief Jefri Safry has resigned from the party to join Wawasan, citing a loss of confidence in the party's direction and leadership. The former Jasin Bersatu division chief expressed his decision was influenced by disagreements with the party's top leadership, particularly regarding rumors of potential political cooperation between Bersatu and Pakatan Harapan.

In a statement, Jefri emphasized that political struggles should be guided by principles, sincerity, and people's interests rather than power struggles or narrow political interests. He stated that joining Wawasan provides him a new platform to champion Muslim unity, social harmony, and public welfare. Regardless of the change in political parties, Jefri assured that his commitment to serving the community and helping those in need remains steadfast, irrespective of their background, race, or political beliefs.

He made this declaration at an event in Duyong, Melaka. Jefri stressed that while parties and political platforms may change, his responsibility to the people remains an unwavering commitment. He added that positions and political parties are not the essence; rather, sincerity, trustworthiness, and responsibility to the community hold utmost importance.

Bersatu has been rumored to be associated with a possible pact with PH, especially after leaders from their Melaka chapters attended a closed-door dinner at a hotel in Melaka. Following this, the party confirmed its intention to contest the Melaka polls on November 14 under its own flag amid tensions with PAS, which leads the coalition.

Bersatu's secretary-general, Azmin Ali, affirmed the party's readiness to engage in discussions on electoral pacts with other parties despite previously dismissing such cooperation as unfeasible. Melaka PH chairman Adly Zahari disclosed that the state chapter was in the process of concluding negotiations with parties sharing similar aspirations, including Bersatu, to form a "PH Plus" alliance for the state election.