KINIBIZ With Daim Zainuddin’s recent divestments of his banking interests, is there a possibility that the money will go towards keeping BN in power amid increased competition from Pakatan Rakyat?

“I don’t have that kind of money,” responded Daim to KiniBiz . “And I don’t waste money like that.”

Reiterating that his divestments are meant for charity, Daim also thinks that BN may not be overthrown in the next general elections provided that the ruling coalition maintains “good and correct policies”.

However he also cautions that BN would face problems if promises to the people are kept and if the leaders are arrogant.

Among others, in this part of the interview Daim also explains why it took him nearly two weeks to respond after the Bernama interview with him - which was run by The Star in January 1994 - crashed the Kuala Lumpur Stock Exchange (KLSE) by nearly 30 percent within two days.

Daim also responds to questions on his link to former Selangor menteri besar Harun Idris and former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad, whom Daim said gave him a choice when becoming prime minister in 1981.

For the complete article go to KiniBiz .

Part 1: Daim: Najib is too soft

Part 2: Daim: No fallout with Dr Mahathir