Bersatu is ‘most inclusive party’ in Malaysian political history, not just for Malays, says Hamzah Zainudin
Bersatu deputy president Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin speaks at the opening of the party wings’ annual assembly at the Ideal Convention Centre in Shah Alam, Selangor on September 6, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Saturday, 06 Sep 2025 11:16 AM MYT
SHAH ALAM, Sept 6 — Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia deputy president Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin today declared his party the most inclusive in the nation’s political history, dismissing claims it only serves Malays and Bumiputera.
Hamzah pointed to the inclusion of non-Malay leaders within the party and urged its leaders to counter such perceptions and highlight Bersatu’s openness to all communities.
“Tell them, tell every one of them, this is the only party that is the most inclusive in the history of our nation’s politics,” he said in his speech at the opening of the eight-year-old party’s annual general assembly for its wings here.
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Speaking later at a press conference, Hamzah acknowledged Bersatu was initially seen as Malay- and Bumiputera-centric but insisted the label was inaccurate.
“When we founded Bersatu, the public perception was that it was only for the Malays and Bumiputera. But that is misguided, because it is also open to non-Bumiputera,” he said.
He pointed to the appointment of associate wing chief Chong Fat Full in Bersatu’s leadership as proof of the party’s inclusiveness.
Speaking later at a press conference, Hamzah acknowledged Bersatu was initially seen as Malay- and Bumiputera-centric but insisted the label was inaccurate.
“When we founded Bersatu, the public perception was that it was only for the Malays and Bumiputera. But that is misguided, because it is also open to non-Bumiputera,” he said.
He pointed to the appointment of associate wing chief Chong Fat Full in Bersatu’s leadership as proof of the party’s inclusiveness.
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Hamzah also stressed that despite the perception, Bersatu is not exclusive to any single race.
“Even though some may feel this party only fights for the Malays and Bumiputera, that is not true. We are very inclusive,” he added.
Currently, Bersatu’s full membership remains limited to Malays and Bumiputera, while non-Malays can only join as associate members.
Hamzah also stressed that despite the perception, Bersatu is not exclusive to any single race.
“Even though some may feel this party only fights for the Malays and Bumiputera, that is not true. We are very inclusive,” he added.
Currently, Bersatu’s full membership remains limited to Malays and Bumiputera, while non-Malays can only join as associate members.
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In his speech, Hamzah also urged the party’s wings not to be lulled by nostalgia, stressing that 21st-century politics requires Bersatu to focus on creating future successes.
“Bersatu must be dynamic. Bersatu must possess the moral strength that serves as the compass of leadership. A strength that will inspire the confidence of the people,” he said.
He added that Bersatu must uphold sustainability grounded in excellence and, in seeking divine approval, continue to embrace an Islamic worldview.
Hamzah then outlined three guiding principles for the party’s future: to champion inclusivity, moderation, democracy, integrity and compassion; to act boldly and creatively in pursuing reform; and to strengthen resilience by refusing to yield to pressure.
In his speech, Hamzah also urged the party’s wings not to be lulled by nostalgia, stressing that 21st-century politics requires Bersatu to focus on creating future successes.
“Bersatu must be dynamic. Bersatu must possess the moral strength that serves as the compass of leadership. A strength that will inspire the confidence of the people,” he said.
He added that Bersatu must uphold sustainability grounded in excellence and, in seeking divine approval, continue to embrace an Islamic worldview.
Hamzah then outlined three guiding principles for the party’s future: to champion inclusivity, moderation, democracy, integrity and compassion; to act boldly and creatively in pursuing reform; and to strengthen resilience by refusing to yield to pressure.
Bersatu is really, really respectful and inclusive in all its actions and decisions. Just ask Gerakan, and they will confirm.
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