Zahid downplays Nga’s resignation vow, says Unity Government strong and ‘he’s my friend’
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has dismissed concerns regarding a resignation threat from Minister Nga Kor Ming, emphasizing the stability of Malaysia's Unity Government. Zahid described the relationship between the parties as professional and solid despite public perceptions.
Why it matters
The statement aims to reassure the public and political stakeholders of the coalition government's cohesion amidst ongoing political maneuvering.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 — Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today played down remarks by Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming, who had pledged to resign if Barisan Nasional (BN) scored a major victory in Johor and former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak were freed.
“If we were in the opposition, perhaps such remarks could be considered fair. But since we’re in government together, there’s no need to raise such matters,” Zahid told Harian Metro (HM).
Zahid, who is also BN chairman, said the statement was inappropriate but not worth escalating.
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