Najib: Umno members have accepted Wee’s candidacy


PONTIAN: The acceptance of Datuk Seri Dr Wee Jeck Seng as Barisan Nasional’s candidate for the Tanjung Piai by-election is getting more positive among local Umno members, says Datuk Seri Najib Razak.The former Barisan chairman said it was a very encouraging sign considering that Umno had wanted to contest the seat.

“They (Umno) have accepted the decision by Barisan’s leadership. The decision to field a candidate from MCA will guarantee victory for us and show Barisan is a party that practises openness.

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