MIC President Tan Sri SA Vigneswaran confirmed the party has held informal talks with PN, following grassroots proposals in Kedah and Penang.
He stressed the discussions are open, not secret, and any final decision will prioritise the Indian community’s interests.
MIC is still reviewing its direction, acknowledging perceptions of weakness but insisting the party remains relevant due to its grassroots base.
The final decision on possible cooperation with PN lies with the central leadership. “Yes, there have indeed been informal discussions. We are not hiding anything.
“This is not a secret relationship, but an open one. We will determine our own direction, not anyone else,” he said at a press conference in Desaru on Saturday.
Elaborating further, Vigneswaran stated that MIC is still carefully examining the party’s political direction before making a final decision.
He stressed that whatever decision is made will be for the good of the Indian community and the party. Vigneswaran said that despite being seen as weak, MIC remains relevant due to its grassroots base.
He stressed that Malaysia’s political landscape has changed, and the party must adapt to survive. While many analyses speculate about MIC’s future, he said the party only trusts its grassroots.
Recently, Kedah MIC passed a resolution to work with PN, but the final decision rests with the central leadership.—Aug 17, 2025
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