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Bersatu blames PAS for Perikatan Nasional registration cancellation
Bersatu's secretary-general has accused PAS of responsibility for the Registrar of Societies' decision to cancel Perikatan Nasional's registration, claiming the coalition's leadership violated the Societies Act 1966 and its own constitution.
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Bersatu secretary-general Azmin Ali contended that the Registrar of Societies' (JPPM) ruling to cancel Perikatan Nasional's registration substantiated claims that the coalition's leadership had breached the Societies Act 1966 as well as the joint coalition constitution.
The decision to deregister the political alliance marks a significant development in Malaysian politics, with Bersatu pointing to PAS as the primary factor behind the outcome. Azmin's statement underscores deepening tensions within the Perikatan Nasional coalition, which has seen increasing friction between its constituent parties in recent months.
The cancellation of Perikatan Nasional's registration carries implications for the coalition's ability to operate as a formal political entity and its participation in electoral activities. The JPPM's action represents an official determination that organizational requirements under Malaysian law had not been met by the coalition leadership.
Bersatu's attribution of responsibility to PAS reflects the internal disputes that have plagued Perikatan Nasional since its formation. The development is likely to intensify debate among the coalition's members regarding governance and compliance with statutory obligations.