04-12-2023, 10:38 AM
The ‘heroics’ of Najib and Zahid: A bane for Anwar’s reform efforts
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IN LIGHT of the present political climate, scepticism abound over Prime Minister (PM) Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s pledge to form a solid and functional coalition with Barisan Nasional (BN).
The fact that UMNO which is notorious for betraying its allies is seeking a royal pardon for its former leader Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak has only heightened concerns of Pakatan Harapan (PH) leaders about the unity government’s viability.
When Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, currently facing 47 criminal charges of corruption, money laundering, and abuse of power, was named Deputy Prime Minister (DPM), public confidence was devastated.
Many people doubt the government’s commitment to reform, suspecting it will do anything to keep power, including supporting Najib’s pardon appeal.
A handful of PH supporters are worried that their PM is losing grip on the coalition. They have no idea whether their leaders are acting in the country’s best interests or simply seeking to maintain control. Anwar’s leadership is at a crossroads due to his low approval ratings and lack of confidence.
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The fact that UMNO which is notorious for betraying its allies is seeking a royal pardon for its former leader Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak has only heightened concerns of Pakatan Harapan (PH) leaders about the unity government’s viability.
When Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, currently facing 47 criminal charges of corruption, money laundering, and abuse of power, was named Deputy Prime Minister (DPM), public confidence was devastated.
Many people doubt the government’s commitment to reform, suspecting it will do anything to keep power, including supporting Najib’s pardon appeal.
A handful of PH supporters are worried that their PM is losing grip on the coalition. They have no idea whether their leaders are acting in the country’s best interests or simply seeking to maintain control. Anwar’s leadership is at a crossroads due to his low approval ratings and lack of confidence.
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