Don’t teach me about loyalty, Puad tells Youth leader
Umno Supreme Council member Puad Zarkashi has defended his loyalty to the party following criticism from Johor Umno Youth chief Noor Azleen Ambros. Puad argued that his willingness to speak out against leadership is a form of loyalty intended to save the party.
Why it matters
Internal party disputes within Umno reflect broader power struggles and debates over political accountability in Malaysia.
Share Responding to remarks by Johor Umno Youth chief Noor Azleen Ambros, the Supreme Council member says he has stood by the party through thick and thin. Puad Zarkashi (left) told Noor Azleen Ambros he defended Umno even though he was left without a post twice – after losing in GE13 and again when BN lost power in GE14. PETALING JAYA : Umno Supreme Council member Puad Zarkashi has defended his loyalty to the party after being told by Johor Umno Youth chief Noor Azleen Ambros to be a disciplined party member and avoid making provocative remarks. Puad said he did not need to be taught about the meaning of loyalty, as he had stood by the party during its most difficult periods.
The article provides quotes from both sides of the internal party conflict.
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