Faction within Umno allegedly attempting to slander and dethrone Zahid, claims insider report
In the political landscape of Malaysia, rumours of an internal power struggle within Umno, the country's largest political party, have surfaced. According to political analyst Azmi Hassan, these rumours are part of a coordinated effort to challenge the leadership of Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, the current Umno president.
The alleged plot involves factions within Umno itself, with some individuals reportedly attempting to oust Zahid by creating divisions between him and his deputy. The aim, it seems, is to create the impression of internal conflict within Umno to weaken Zahid, even though Azmi Hassan believes that Zahid and his deputy, Mohamad, enjoy a good relationship.
The identity of the leader or leaders behind this coordinated effort remains undisclosed, but Azmi Hassan suggests that they could be individuals within Umno who don't like Zahid or political enemies from outside the party. Meanwhile, Mohamad has been reported to have said that some people are trying to drive a wedge between him and the Umno president. He also stated that he doesn't trust people who have spoken badly about the president.
Last Sunday, a person named Mohamad made a statement that certain quarters were trying to pit him against Zahid, with the aim of weakening the party's leadership. This suggests that the rumours of a power struggle may indeed be attempting to create a rift between the two leaders.
In response, Zahid Hamidi and his supporters have emphasised unity and commitment to the party’s grassroots and broader Malay political struggle. They have called for sincere cooperation free from hidden agendas or political schemes. Zahid also stresses an open and inclusive political approach, as seen in his statements about Barisan Nasional's strategy to contest elections under its own logo while remaining open to collaboration with other coalitions.
Despite the rumours, Azmi Hassan does not believe that there is any indication that Mohamad wants to challenge Zahid, or vice versa. The analyst believes that the rumours are not meant to tarnish Mohamad's image, but rather to portray Zahid as someone who has lost control of the party.
As the political landscape in Malaysia continues to evolve, the alleged power struggle within Umno serves as a reminder of the intricate dynamics at play in Malaysian politics. The coming Sabah state election will undoubtedly be a test of strength for both Zahid and his opponents, and the outcome could shape the future of Umno and Malaysian politics as a whole.
The rumors of an internal power struggle within Umno, Malaysia's largest political party, may be a coordinated effort to challenge the leadership of Umno President Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. This alleged plot seemingly aims to create the impression of internal conflict within Umno, potentially dividing Zahid and his deputy, as some individuals are reportedly trying to oust Zahid. Meanwhile, Mohamad, the deputy, has expressed concerns about people trying to drive a wedge between him and the Umno president. This suggested power struggle could significantly impact Umno and Malaysian politics in the upcoming Sabah state election, serving as a test of strength for both Zahid and his opponents.
