Umno-PAS Islamic politics 'shines' in Rantau win - Noraini
RANTAU POLLS | Noraini Ahmad said today that Mohamad Hasan's victory in the Rantau by-election last night is a sign that the influence of political Islam is shining in Malaysia.
The Wanita Umno chief attributed the win to the close cooperation between Umno and PAS...
RANTAU POLLS | Noraini Ahmad said today that Mohamad Hasan's victory in the Rantau by-election last night is a sign that the influence of political Islam is shining in Malaysia.
The Wanita Umno chief attributed the win to the close cooperation between Umno and PAS.
"The cooperation between BN and PAS, that has grown stronger by day, is a clear signal to supporters of both parties to remain committed to carrying out this political synergy," she said in a statement last night.
Mohamad, the acting Umno president, beat Pakatan Harapan's Dr S Streram and two other independents in yesterday's polls.
The former Negeri Sembilan menteri besar defended the state seat for a fourth term with a majority of 4,510 votes.
Read more: 'PAS-Umno ties should last until Judgement Day'
Noraini said BN's third straight by-election win is also evidence of cooperation between the Umno machinery and BN component or friendly parties, including IPF, Makkal Sakti and Kimma.
She also lauded Rantau voters for being brave enough to state their stand on the alleged failures of the Harapan government, particularly in addressing economic and cost of living issues.
"BN's victory also proves that the candidate was accepted by all segments of voters, including Chinese and Indians, who contributed to the victory," she added.
'No need for slander'
Umno vice-president Khaled Nordin, meanwhile, said that Mohamad's win is proof that the people of Rantau are grateful to the former menteri besar for his past contributions.
On a larger scale, he said the latest development also provided a bigger picture on how BN's cooperation with PAS had grown, and claimed that this was striking fear in Harapan parties, including DAP.
"It is clear how good deeds will always be remembered by the people, without any need for force or threats (using) slander and dirty personal attacks.
"It appears the people want to continue issuing a stern signal to the government.
"No matter what excuse is used to cover up their policy weaknesses and unfavourable decisions, the people, in the end, can think maturely and make a fair assessment of Harapan's failures," he said.
Khaled added that with the Rantau win, the opposition must continue to work hard and help the people who feel let down by Harapan.
Immediately after the results were announced yesterday, PKR president Anwar Ibrahim said that the ruling coalition must take the defeat as a reminder to focus on the people's plight.
Are you sure you want to delete this comment?
This action cannot be undone.