Caretaker prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob today rejected the challenge by opposition chief Anwar Ibrahim to have a debate between political parties' prime ministerial candidates.
Speaking at a press conference in Bukit Aman this afternoon, he said such debates were not a culture in Malaysia's politics and would bring no benefits.
"First of all, it is not our culture to have debates. We have never done this, and it doesn't do any good.
"And even if we do debate, he (Anwar) will only use the time to mention his manifesto and make ‘bulan dan bintang’ promises (to voters).
"So, no need," he said.
According to Ismail Sabri, Umno and BN would win the upcoming 15th general election based on the rakyat's trust in them to lead the country.
Besides, he added, all candidates are now busy with campaigning in their respective constituencies.
"I think there is no need to have GE15 debates. We are busy in our respective constituencies.
"We are busy campaigning."
[More to follow] - Mkini
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