AMPANG JAYA: Pakatan Harapan is open to working with any political party — including Umno and Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) — if it helps ensure political stability and the country's prosperity, says Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari (pic).
The Pakatan election director said political cooperation should not be confined to any single party, stressing that discussions could take place with anyone willing to build a constructive partnership.
"When Umno says it is open to working together, that's fine. We can discuss it," he told reporters after launching the Program Madani Bersama Komuniti Ampang Jaya on Saturday (Aug 29).
"We have to be open to working with various parties. If we can accept Umno, why can't we accept Bersatu?"
Amirudin, who is also Selangor Mentri Besar, said history has shown that alliances have evolved over time, with parties forming and dissolving partnerships to create new coalitions.
"The Unity Government was formed after national leaders realised the country had become chaotic because of repeated political divisions. We do not want to repeat that. We need a stable government," he said.
Earlier in his speech, Amirudin urged Malaysians not to view anti-corruption efforts through the lens of race or politics, saying action against wrongdoing should be taken regardless of a person's background or position.
He said there had been attempts to portray anti-corruption measures as targeting particular groups or political opponents, diverting attention from the real issue of governance.
“They try to create the impression that it is directed at certain groups, when in fact our stand against corruption is for everyone," he said.
Amirudin added that those found to have committed offences should face action whether they were political leaders, corporate figures or ordinary citizens.
"Our government serves everyone. The fight against corruption should be a collective effort because its impact is felt by all Malaysians, not just one group," he said.
