Changing failed leaders during crisis is nothing new, says Umno’s VP

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PETALING JAYA: A leader who has effectively failed to manage a serious crisis can be changed and this is not something strange or irresponsible, says Umno vice-president Mohamed Khaled Nordin.

Citing Italy, Slovakia and Poland, among others, he said the heads of the government or ministers entrusted with responsibilities in these countries had either resigned voluntarily or were sacked for failing to contain the pandemic.

He said although some have argued that it was important to focus on the government’s efforts to combat Covid-19 and set aside any politically motivated actions, Khaled said this was not entirely true.

“This is because the basis of optimism rests on the assumption that those given the responsibility to manage the pandemic are the most qualified and able to bring about the anticipated recovery.”

Unfortunately, that is not the case now, as shown by Umno’s withdrawal of support for Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin, he said in a statement.


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