Hadi pertahan pengurusan PN, sindir ‘satu pihak’ berpaling arah

President of PAS Hadi Awang defended the management of Perikatan Nasional (PN) as consistent with the constitution despite Bersatu's claim that PAS-led governance was the cause of their withdrawal. Hadi stated that the relationships within PN member parties remained intact, except for "one party" which apparently abandoned and turned away.

He did not name the accused party in his statement. "PAS affirms all aspects of PN's administration and management being carried out consistently and in line with party regulations," he said in the statement. The statement followed Bersatu's criticism of PAS following Malaysia Registration of Societies (JPPM) canceling PN's registration.

Senior Advisor to Bersatu Azmin Ali alleged that PN's leadership was manipulated by PAS, which violated the Societies Act 1966 and the party's regulations. Azmin previously supported Bersatu's claim to JPPM by alleging that the party denied the right to attend, provide opinions, and vote in PN's Supreme Council meeting on July 16.

Hadi also condemned the JPPM's decision, which he believed preceded the legal process and curbed democratic rights. He accused the action of displaying rising fear within the government. JPPM canceled PN's registration after receiving an explanation and representation from the latter, which failed to refute the grounds for cancellation in its previous notice.

The decision was made based on Section 13(1)(c)(iv) of the Societies Act 1966. Senior Advisor to PN Takiyuddin Hassan had earlier stated that the former would challenge the JPPM's decision and request its postponement pending a court ruling. Hadi said PAS, along with PN, would determine the next steps, including preparations for the PRN in Melaka and legal action to challenge the registration cancellation.

PAS appreciated the support of members, supporters, and voters for the hopes of a change in national leadership, and urged all parties to respect the law and restore democracy.