Zahid: BN won't interfere in N Sembilan royal matters, priority is unity ahead of polls

 

BN will not interfere in matters involving the royal institution and the Negeri Sembilan Council of Justice and Laws ahead of the upcoming state election, said Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

Zahid, who is also the Umno president, said this was among the points emphasised during a meeting with the state’s Umno leadership as part of preparations for the state polls.

“We will never interfere in legal matters, particularly those involving the royal institution and the council in Negeri Sembilan.

“We must remain outside of that sphere,” he told reporters after attending the Rural and Regional Development Ministry’s Excellent Service and Appreciation ceremony in Kuala Lumpur today.

Also present was Deputy Minister of Rural and Regional Development Rubiah Wang.

Zahid, who is also the rural and regional development minister, said BN’s current priority is to ensure unity among party leaders and members at all levels in preparation for the upcoming Negeri Sembilan polls involving 36 state seats.

According to him, BN expects to face a different situation in this state election compared to previous ones.

“At the 15th state polls, BN worked together with component parties in Pakatan Harapan, but that approach will not be taken this time.

“What is important is the unity among leaders and members at all levels to face this election,” he said.

Polling for the 16th Negeri Sembilan election has been set for Aug 1.

- Bernama