{
  "id": 1251457,
  "title": "DAP to continue working with Umno despite Zahid DNAA tensions, says Loke",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/16/dap-to-continue-working-with-umno-despite-zahid-dnaa-tensions-says",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-16T10:43:31.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/08/1512480/dap-continue-working-umno-despite-zahid-dnaa-tensions-says-loke"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "PUTRAJAYA: The DAP will persist in collaborating with Umno, despite internal party disagreements stemming from the non-conviction (DNAA) of corruption charges involving Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, according to DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke. The DAP's objective is not to destabilize the government, Loke asserted, noting that delegates had voted to remain in government, acknowledging the necessity of continued cooperation with Umno. While differences exist between parties in the unity government, maintaining stability is crucial to ensure the progress of their shared agenda, Loke emphasized. This stance emerged during a press conference following the national congress, where delegates overwhelmingly opted to continue their government participation, with 88% choosing to stay for the remainder of the current parliamentary term. Loke explained that the decision was a topic of discussion between Pakatan Harapan chairman Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and the coalition's leadership council, highlighting Anwar's considerations in sustaining government stability. The delegates unanimously endorsed the party's decision to remain in government, fully aware of the political reality that necessitates collaboration with Umno. Loke disclosed that the DAP has consistently maintained its position on the matter, urging the Prime Minister to reconsider the proposed Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) into alleged corporate mafia activities. The DAP's stance on this issue remains steadfast, and they are optimistic about persuading the Prime Minister to reassess the matter. Earlier today, Loke introduced a motion at the national congress, inviting delegates to decide through a secret ballot whether DAP should continue its government partnership. The Central Executive Committee (CEC) intentionally refrained from making the decision independently, aiming to democratize the party's decision-making process. The vote took place amid electoral challenges in Johor, Negri Sembilan, and Sabah.",
  "summary": "PUTRAJAYA: DAP will continue working with Umno despite internal party tensions over the discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) of corruption charges involving Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke said the party did not want to create instability within the government, adding that delegates had voted to remain in government despite…",
  "key_points": [
    "DAP pledges to continue working with Umno despite internal tensions.",
    "88% of DAP delegates voted to stay in government for the term.",
    "DAP opposes Royal Commission of Inquiry into corporate mafia allegations."
  ],
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  "illustration": null,
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}