Muhyiddin Yassin's decision to remain in Umno is a slap in terms of morale for Dr Mahathir Mohamad, said former minister Zainuddin Maidin.
However, he said the decision could be based on a different strategy.
"Certainly this decision (by Muhyiddin) will disappoint Mahathir because Muhyddin did not follow in his footstep.
"On the other hand, Muhyiddin perhaps feels it is better to remain in Umno because he will have a chance to challenge the leadership in the next party polls," he told Malaysiakini.
Furthermore, he said Muhyiddin's decision will give an edge to those wanting to remove Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak.
"They will struggle from two different angles to remove him. Mahathir from the outside of Umno and Muhyiddin from within," he added.
[More to follow]
---Mkini
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