{
  "id": 6551371,
  "title": "Umno Youth backs mega gathering with PAS to unite Malay-Muslims",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/umno-youth-backs-mega-gathering-with-pas-to-unite-malay-muslims-6551371",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-10T05:27:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2026/09/10/umno-youth-backs-mega-gathering-with-pas-to-unite-malay-muslims"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KUALA LUMPUR: Umno Youth has pledged its support for a proposed mega unity gathering between PAS and Umno, aiming to enhance political cooperation between the two Malay-Muslim parties. Wing chief Dr Akmal Saleh revealed that the initiative, suggested by PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden during the Islamic party's muktamar, should transcend a mere assembly and foster constructive dialogue and resolutions for young Malays.\n\nAddressing the Umno Youth assembly at the World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur, Akmal affirmed his readiness to respond to PAS's call. He emphasized that Umno Youth would deliberate on the future of the Malay community and devise practical strategies for young Malays via the Rimbun or national roundtable discussion program. The outcomes of this initiative would subsequently be disseminated across the nation through an ummah unity roadshow.\n\nAkmal underscored that Umno and PAS must not forsake their individual identities for their collaboration to prosper. He clarified that mature unity does not necessitate discarding one's identity; rather, it demands navigating differences with wisdom. Additionally, Akmal dismissed allegations that his endeavors to bolster ties with PAS implied a pursuit for a new political ally, asserting that their objective was to identify common ground for the nation's future.\n\nThe proposed unity gathering has faced criticism, including personal attacks against Akmal. However, he vowed not to yield to pressure, nor would he retreat or compromise on the ummah unity cause.",
  "summary": "Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh says the wing will pursue common ground with PAS for the future of the Malays, despite criticism of the initiative.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/pas-youth-chief-shows-up-at-umno-youth-assembly",
        "published": "2026-09-10T02:19:44.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "Umno Youth gains nearly 17,000 new members in seven months",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/umno-youth-gains-nearly-17-000-new-members-in-seven-months",
        "published": "2026-09-10T03:51:53.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Akmal Saleh: Umno Youth ready to work with PAS in Melaka, state is next test for Malay-Muslim unity",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/akmal-saleh-umno-youth-ready-to-work-with-pas-in-melaka-state-is-next",
        "published": "2026-09-10T05:06:28.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Malaysiakini",
        "title": "Umno Youth wants GST back, Akmal floats 'Anwar Tax' rebrand",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/umno-youth-wants-gst-back-akmal-floats-anwar-tax-rebrand",
        "published": "2026-09-10T05:45:29.000Z"
      }
    ]
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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."
}