Takiyuddin refuses to withdraw 'munafik' remark, proposes mediation
KOTA BARU: Pas secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan has written to the Dewan Rakyat speaker proposing mediation to resolve the controversy over his use of the word “munafik” (hypocrite) in Parliament.
KOTA BARU: Pas secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan has not withdrawn the controversial word munafik (hypocrite) he used in Parliament, but instead sent a letter to the Dewan Rakyat speaker proposing mediation to resolve the issue. Takiyuddin, representing Kota Baru, stated he remained committed to finding an amicable solution.
He told a press conference that the speaker's office had received his letter on Thursday, the day the deadline was due. Takiyuddin is awaiting the speaker's response on whether the proposed mediation will take place. If mediation fails to materialize, he could face referral to the Committee of Privileges. The incident follows a directive from Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul to withdraw the word munafik , which Takiyuddin proposed using during a debate on the 2027 Budget last week.
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