SEREMBAN: Negri Sembilan Bersatu has reiterated its support for its president, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, to continue leading the party.
In a statement, state chief Hanifah Abu Baker also expressed the state liaison committee's unwavering support for Muhyiddin to lead Perikatan Nasional in the upcoming 16th general election.
"Our support aligns with the decision agreed upon during Bersatu's annual general assembly in 2024, which acknowledged Tan Sri Muhyiddin's important role as a credible, experienced, and integrity-driven figure who can continue to strengthen the party and our struggle," he stated.
Hanifah noted that the state body has been actively strengthening the party machinery at all levels.
He emphasized that unity, commitment, and unwavering loyalty to the leadership are vital for the party to face future challenges and effectively represent the people's voices.
"Muhyiddin is not only a leader but a symbol of stability who consistently advocates for issues concerning the people. Therefore, it is our collective responsibility to defend his leadership and further strengthen unity within Bersatu and Perikatan," he added.
His statement followed a motion passed unanimously by the Port Dickson Bersatu division, calling for a leadership power transition to enable the party to be more proactive in addressing issues affecting the people.
The motion, filed by the Kg Bagan Pinang branch during the division's annual general meeting on Sunday (July 6), proposed a power transition plan that would allow deputy president Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin to assume the president's powers to perform his duties as Opposition leader more effectively.
The division suggested that the power transition plan be implemented now, giving the deputy president an important role in the day-to-day operations and representation in talks with other leaders.
According to the division, Muhyiddin could be appointed as an adviser, where he would continue to play a significant role in preparing the party for GE16.
