Bersatu Divisions Witness Mass Resignations Amidst Loss of Confidence
Two key divisions within the Parti Bersatu Pribumi Malaysia (Bersatu) are currently grappling with significant internal upheaval following the announcement of mass resignations by their committee members. Divisions in Subang and Pasir Salak have seen their leadership teams collectively depart the party, citing a profound and irretrievable loss of faith in the leadership of party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
Subang Division Cites Departure from Founding Mandate
In the Subang division, the secretary, Wan Ahmad Shukrie, articulated the reasons behind the widespread resignations. He stated that the current direction of the party leadership had significantly deviated from its original founding principles and mandate. This decision, he emphasized, was rooted in a commitment to “principle and integrity.”
According to Wan Ahmad Shukrie, the leadership’s recent decisions were no longer in sync with the aspirations and directives of the party’s grassroots members. He elaborated on this sentiment, stating:
“The future of any political movement should not hinge on the survival of a small group, but must be anchored on the people’s mandate and the grassroots’ aspirations that form the heartbeat of the party’s strength.”
Driven by these uncompromisable principles, the entire leadership of the Subang Bersatu Division Committee announced their collective resignation from all their respective positions. This significant move was formally communicated in a statement.
The list of prominent office-bearers stepping down from their roles in the Subang division is extensive and includes:
* Division Chief Asyraf Halim
* Deputy Chief Mohd Shahril Hashim
* Vice-Chief Iskandar Al Quyyum
* Permanent Deputy Chair Azhari Yusof
* Treasurer Adleezan Pakhalan
* Information Chief Muhammad ‘Afifurrahman
* Armada Chief Mohamed Rizwan
* Allied Wing Chief Wong Yong Kang
In addition to these named individuals, all other remaining committee members have also tendered their resignations, signifying a near-complete exodus from the division’s leadership.
Wan Ahmad Shukrie further commented on the gravity of the decision, noting that the collective withdrawal was made “with a heavy heart, but with full responsibility.” He concluded by stating, “When the original vision of the struggle begins to erode, integrity demands that we step aside honourably.”
Pasir Salak Division Follows Suit with En Bloc Resignations
A parallel and equally impactful development has occurred in the Pasir Salak division, where the entire divisional committee has resigned en bloc. This decisive action followed a special meeting convened on Monday, underscoring the depth of dissatisfaction within the division.
The announcement of the Pasir Salak committee’s resignation was made by the acting deputy division chief, Mohamad Zahid Aman Nauri. He formally read out the names of the leaders who are departing the party. The departing leadership includes:
* Vice-Chief Mohamad Zainal Abidin Saini
* Division Secretary Abdul Manaf Saud
* Treasurer Mohamad Aiman Abdul Majid
* Information Chief Nor Azman Askar
The list of those resigning also includes a significant number of committee members, namely:
* Sazali Ismail
* Ahmad Razali Sulamat
* Baharudin Osman
* Izuddin Isa
* Hamdan Rahim
* Mohamad Kamil Adnan
* Abu Bakar Ismail
* Mohd Ali Sahrum
* Prof Shamsul Nahar Abdullah
Furthermore, four appointed members have also resigned, further solidifying the mass departure. These appointed members are:
* Mohamad Saimi Sulaiman
* Najib Mustafa
* Nuraini Nadi
* Mohamad Hazir Tayib
Mohamad Zahid asserted that this collective resignation effectively leads to the dissolution of the Pasir Salak division. He reiterated that the underlying cause for these widespread resignations stems from the identical concern that has plagued the Subang division.
“This action is taken because we have lost confidence in Tan Sri Muhyiddin as president,” Mohamad Zahid stated, unequivocally pointing to the party president as the focal point of the divisions’ discontent.
The resignations in both Subang and Pasir Salak represent a significant challenge to Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin’s leadership and raise questions about the party’s internal cohesion and direction moving forward. The grassroots’ perceived disillusionment, as expressed by these departing members, could have broader implications for Bersatu’s political standing.
