Bersatu ‘tikam belakang’ PN, kata Wan Fayhsal

Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal, the Public Relations Head of Wawasan Negara Party, accused Bersatu of trying to undermine Perikatan Nasional (PN) following the cancellation of the latter's registration by the Malaysia Corporate Affairs Department (JPPM). The cancellation came after Bersatu alleged that PN members had been democratically removed from the party leadership.

Wan Ahmad Fayhsal described the JPPM's move as "the tail of a bull," while asserting it as part of a difficult plan by Bersatu to weaken PN through a "muddy bottom" strategy. This revelation comes as Bersatu has already aligned itself with Pakatan Harapan (PH). Moreover, the move forms part of Bersatu's plan to secure a new team alongside PH, including discussions on Confidence and Competence Agreement (CSA) in Selangor and cooperation in Melaka.

JPPM announced the cancellation of PN's registration today after receiving explanations that the alliance failed to provide reasons for its cancellation stated in the previous notice. The decision was made based on Section 13(1)(c)(iv) of the Companies Act following JPPM's investigation into all documents and representations submitted by PN on October 12.

JPPM's inquiry into PN followed allegations made by Bersatu that they were denied the right to attend, provide input, and vote in PN's highest council meeting held on July 16. PN Secretary-General Takiyuddin Hassan reportedly stated that the alliance would challenge its cancellation and request a postponement of its implementation and impact pending a court ruling.

Reports stated that Bersatu President Muhyiddin Yassin expressed disappointment over the cancellation of PN's registration, viewing it as a warning to party leaders to adhere to the constitution and act fairly.