PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan today announced that he had pulled out of the PAS vice-president race, citing confidence in the existing leadership.

The incumbent vice-presidents Bukit Gantang MP Idris Ahmad, Kelantan Deputy Menteri Besar Mohd Amar Nik Abdullah and Selangor PAS chief and state executive councilor Iskandar Samad.

"I am confident the current composition can forge a brighter future for PAS, especially during the 14th general election," he said.