DAP has welcomed BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s willingness to collaborate with Pakatan Harapan to strengthen the government in facing the 16th general election (GE16).

Party secretary-general Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the statement showed Zahid’s (above, left) commitment to strengthening political stability and ensuring the country’s prosperity.

“Yes, we always hold discussions but have not held an official one.

“We welcome the statement made, it shows the commitment of Zahid and BN leaders to strengthen the government,” he said.

Loke was speaking to reporters after presenting aid to flood victims in the Ampangan state seat in the Seremban parliamentary constituency of Negeri Sembilan.

The transport minister said the Umno president’s stance also proved the high spirit of friendship in the government today.

He hoped the collaboration in the federal government coalition would continue without any suspicions arising.

Loke said in the previous state and by-elections, the coalition’s collaboration translated well, with the understanding forged also proving crucial to ensuring victory for government-aligned candidates.

“We want this spirit to continue, let there be no thorn in the flesh of the government because the desire of Zahid shows a high spirit to unite the government and this is extremely vital to making the government’s agenda a success.

“The Harapan-BN collaboration in a series of by-elections showed a good understanding, (and) that sufficiently shows that the government today is solid,” he said.

Previously, it was reported that Zahid said BN would continue to work with Harapan in facing GE16 although the coalitions will contest using their own symbols in the election.

- Bernama

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