{
  "id": 19739954,
  "title": "Asyraf reminds DAP BN-PH agreement could be void if terms breached",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/13/asyraf-reminds-dap-bn-ph-agreement-could-be-void-if-terms-breached",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-13T00:57:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/11/1576586/asyraf-reminds-dap-bn-ph-agreement-could-be-void-if-terms-breached"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Malaysian political agreement between Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Harapan could be void if any party fails to uphold its terms, potentially leading to a return of the mandate to the people, according to Umno secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki. The agreement, formed following the Yang di-Pertuan Agong's decree, establishes clear conditions and parameters for all parties, including respect for the Malay Rulers, the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Islam, and the special position of the Malays. Asyraf reminded DAP leaders to adhere to the agreement and cautioned that if they no longer respected its terms, the mandate would become void. BN believes a mandate return to the people is necessary to avoid prolonged political disputes that could destabilize the government and decrease investor confidence, especially with the approaching election period. The unity of Malays, as Malaysia is a multiracial society, does not mean other communities will be sidelined; rather, unity among the majority community is crucial for political stability and harmony among all races.",
  "summary": "MELAKA: The political agreement between Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Harapan could become void if either party no longer respects its terms, potentially paving the way for the mandate to be returned to the people.",
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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."
}