Bersatu MP declares support for Anwar

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KUALA LUMPUR: Kuala Kangsar MP Iskandar Dzulkarnain Abdul Khalid has decided to support Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s leadership from today.

The Bersatu MP said the decision was made after considering the urgent need to address the rising cost of living in his constituency.

“I believe that the country’s economy needs to be improved for the sake of the nation’s prosperity and the well-being of the people. Therefore, I support the prime minister in any of his efforts to strengthen the nation’s economy,” he said in a statement.

However, Iskandar Dzulkarnain said he would not leave or betray Bersatu under any circumstances, adding that he is still loyal to his party.

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PM challenges Hamzah’s accusations, demands evidence of alleged coercion

PRIME Minister (PM) Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim rebuked opposition chief Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin today over his recent accusations that the government forced Kuala Kangsar MP Datuk Iskandar Dzulkarnain Abdul Khalid into supporting the unity government.

Speaking to reporters in Putrajaya this morning, he said it was a very serious accusation and Hamzah should bring the matter to authorities with evidence to support his claim.

“If he has any evidence, he should prove his accusation. ‘Jangan pakai bebal saja’ (Don’t act foolish). If he indeed has any proof, this is a very serious allegation and he should lodge a report so an investigation can be carried out by authorities,” said the Tambun MP.

The controversy arose following Iskandar’s announcement of support for Anwar’s premiership within the Perikatan Nasional (PN) coalition. Hamzah, who serves as the PN secretary-general, alleged that the government resorted to intimidation tactics to coerce Iskandar into making this decision.

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