PETALING JAYA: As more Bersatu divisions announce its dissolution in protest of the sacking of several leaders, the party decries the move, stating that its divisions cannot close down by themselves.
Its secretary-general Datuk Seri Azmin Ali (left) pointed to the party constitution, stating that it does not grant power to any party member, including division chiefs, to dissolve a division.
He also denied claims that four divisions were dissolved following the resignation of several committee members, describing them as baseless, unconstitutional and against the party’s constitution.
“We received reports which claimed that the Larut, Lembah Pantai, Kepala Batas and Tanjong divisions have been dissolved.
“These claims contradict several provisions within Bersatu’s Constitution and Regulations,” he said in response to the announcement by these divisions of its dissolution.
Azmin described the claims as a desperate act by certain ill-intentioned individuals to tarnish the party’s image and dignity while also undermining its stability.
Meanwhile, ousted Bersatu deputy president Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin (right) said the new movement – “Reset” is not merely a slogan or a manifestation of support.
“It is the first step towards correction and improvement that will form the foundation for rebuilding collective strength, ensuring a clearer and more convincing future for the nation.
“Moving forward, Reset demands courage, honesty and determination to bring about change,” he said in a Facebook post.
Moved by the support shown at a recent gathering, Hamzah called on those who are in the struggle to come together to make Reset a reality.
“My highest appreciation and thanks go to the organisers, vice-president Datuk Seri Ronald Kiandee, fellow MPs and friends from non-governmental organisations. This proves that no party can obstruct the values of this struggle,” he said of the Feb 14 gathering.
“The responsibility now lies with all comrades in the struggle, whether at the division level, in State Assemblies, in Parliament, or at every level of the organisation to translate the spirit of Reset into concrete action.
“Ultimately, a ‘reset’ requires sincere and honest commitment, trust, and responsibility,” Hamzah added.
On Feb 13, expulsion notices were sent to Hamzah and 16 Bersatu members including four MPs and two state assemblymen.
The notices, issued by Bersatu disciplinary board chairman Datuk Mohd Radzi Manan, stated that the matter was decided during the board meeting on Feb 12.
