A source said that parties within Perikatan Nasional are facing difficulties and growing discontent among their members, as no decisions are being made without Tan Sri Muhyiddin’s approval, leaving things at a standstill. – Scoop file pic, May 9, 2025
PAS frustrated with PN leadership restructure delay, ‘everything needs Muhyiddin’s blessing’
Source says despite party consistently suggesting reforms to PN structure including to get PAS and Bersatu presidents to meet, but attempts haven’t been successful
Irwan Shafrizan Ismail
Updated 10 hours ago
9 May, 2025
11:00 AM MYT
KUALA LUMPUR – Tensions are rising within the Perikatan Nasional (PN) coalition, as PAS has voiced its frustration regarding Bersatu’s reluctance and delay in carrying out the agreed-upon changes to the leadership structure within the coalition.
An internal source from the coalition revealed to Scoop that PAS has consistently suggested reforms to the PN structure, including direct meetings between its president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang, and Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, but these attempts have not been successful.
“PAS has submitted proposals and held private meetings between its President and the Bersatu President, but the efforts have not been successful.
“PAS’ president has sent a letter, but it hasn’t been effective. Meetings have been called, but they are proving to be challenging. Meanwhile, the Bersatu president is heading to Australia for a week.
“There seems to be a lack of urgency and seriousness, as if there is an intention to sidestep a genuine discussion.
“This situation is frustrating PAS, leading them to publicly express their concerns and criticisms since internal discussions are not yielding results.
“Regardless of the demands made by PAS, the key is to engage in discussion. However, if meetings aren’t even taking place, how can you expect to listen to suggestions and opinions? This reflects a failure in leadership,” he told Scoop.
PAS frustrated with PN leadership restructure delay, ‘everything needs Muhyiddin’s blessing’
Source says despite party consistently suggesting reforms to PN structure including to get PAS and Bersatu presidents to meet, but attempts haven’t been successful
Irwan Shafrizan Ismail
Updated 10 hours ago
9 May, 2025
11:00 AM MYT
KUALA LUMPUR – Tensions are rising within the Perikatan Nasional (PN) coalition, as PAS has voiced its frustration regarding Bersatu’s reluctance and delay in carrying out the agreed-upon changes to the leadership structure within the coalition.
An internal source from the coalition revealed to Scoop that PAS has consistently suggested reforms to the PN structure, including direct meetings between its president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang, and Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, but these attempts have not been successful.
“PAS has submitted proposals and held private meetings between its President and the Bersatu President, but the efforts have not been successful.
“PAS’ president has sent a letter, but it hasn’t been effective. Meetings have been called, but they are proving to be challenging. Meanwhile, the Bersatu president is heading to Australia for a week.
“There seems to be a lack of urgency and seriousness, as if there is an intention to sidestep a genuine discussion.
“This situation is frustrating PAS, leading them to publicly express their concerns and criticisms since internal discussions are not yielding results.
“Regardless of the demands made by PAS, the key is to engage in discussion. However, if meetings aren’t even taking place, how can you expect to listen to suggestions and opinions? This reflects a failure in leadership,” he told Scoop.
An internal PN source told Scoop that PAS has repeatedly proposed structural reforms, including direct talks between its president Tan Sri Hadi Awang (pic) and Bersatu’s Muhyiddin, but these efforts have failed. – Scoop file pic, May 9, 2025
Earlier, it was anticipated that PN would carry out changes to its leadership structure following the coalition’s decision to form a committee aimed at evaluating organisational enhancements.
PAS deputy president Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man mentioned that the initiative to enhance the party’s structure would be executed thoroughly.
“We (PAS) have suggested various enhancements for PN as a whole.
Last month, Tuan Ibrahim mentioned that the PN Supreme Council has decided to form a committee for reassessment.
The source added that PAS has suggested creating two significant bodies within the coalition: the PN Executive Council and the PN Advisory Council.
“In the proposal, the leaders of the major parties hold the top positions, while the executive council is co-led by the deputy presidents of PAS and Bersatu.
“The purpose of this executive council is to carry out all the decisions made in the advisory council, which includes campaign strategies, forums, grassroots initiatives, and meetings with voters.
“The leadership’s inability to quickly activate this structure has led to frustration among members, particularly among the Youth.
“Currently, no one is willing to make a decision without Muhyiddin’s approval. Everything is at a standstill. As a result, PN is facing difficulties, and the members are already upset,” the source said.
The source added that Bersatu and PN need to expedite the party structure revamp in order to move forward with planning for the 16th General Election.
“It is even understood that PAS Youth is now running their programmes independently without referring to PN Youth because they are disappointed with the increasingly weak cooperation within the coalition,” he said. – May 9, 2025
Earlier, it was anticipated that PN would carry out changes to its leadership structure following the coalition’s decision to form a committee aimed at evaluating organisational enhancements.
PAS deputy president Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man mentioned that the initiative to enhance the party’s structure would be executed thoroughly.
“We (PAS) have suggested various enhancements for PN as a whole.
Last month, Tuan Ibrahim mentioned that the PN Supreme Council has decided to form a committee for reassessment.
The source added that PAS has suggested creating two significant bodies within the coalition: the PN Executive Council and the PN Advisory Council.
“In the proposal, the leaders of the major parties hold the top positions, while the executive council is co-led by the deputy presidents of PAS and Bersatu.
“The purpose of this executive council is to carry out all the decisions made in the advisory council, which includes campaign strategies, forums, grassroots initiatives, and meetings with voters.
“The leadership’s inability to quickly activate this structure has led to frustration among members, particularly among the Youth.
“Currently, no one is willing to make a decision without Muhyiddin’s approval. Everything is at a standstill. As a result, PN is facing difficulties, and the members are already upset,” the source said.
The source added that Bersatu and PN need to expedite the party structure revamp in order to move forward with planning for the 16th General Election.
“It is even understood that PAS Youth is now running their programmes independently without referring to PN Youth because they are disappointed with the increasingly weak cooperation within the coalition,” he said. – May 9, 2025
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