Bersatu will be given chance to defend itself before PN takes action — Rafique

MELAKA: Bersatu leaders should exercise restraint and avoid jumping to conclusions regarding potential disciplinary measures by Perikatan Nasional (PN) following the Melaka election results. Information chief of Parti Pejuang Tanah Air (Pejuang), Muhammad Rafique Rashid Ali, stated that Bersatu would be afforded a chance to elucidate its stance and mount a defense prior to any punitive actions.

According to PN chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar, the coalition is currently compiling evidence regarding allegations of wrongdoing before proceeding with further disciplinary steps. Yesterday, Samsuri emphasized that PN would only initiate disciplinary measures after thoroughly gathering evidence, to prevent any form of punishment without solid proof.

Consequently, while the evidence is being collected, Tun Faisal (Datuk Tun Faisal Ismail Aziz) and fellow Bersatu members are advised to remain patient and not rush to judgment. The coalition assures Bersatu that it will be granted the opportunity to respond and elucidate its position, enabling it to defend itself against any allegations.

Therefore, Bersatu should hold off on any immediate reactions until a formal letter is received, as the focus remains on settling the Melaka state election first. This statement was made to reporters following a press conference where PN candidates' manifesto offers for the Melaka election were announced at the Melaka Pas State Liaison Office.

Rafique addressed this matter in response to a statement made by Tun Faisal, who had urged the Pas party to demonstrate that it had not breached the PN constitution or infringed upon the rights of its members before initiating disciplinary proceedings against Bersatu.