UMNO Deputy President Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has addressed claims that certain quarters are attempting to create friction between him and party President Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
Speaking at the Ledang UMNO Division Meeting, Mohamad, who also serves as Foreign Minister, said he remained unfazed by such efforts, which he believes are aimed at undermining party unity.
“There are people trying to stir things up between me and the President,” he said.
“I simply smiled because the person behind it is not credible. They’ve already spoken poorly of the President before. I can only imagine what’s been said about me,” he added.
Without naming anyone specifically, he stressed that such provocations would not distract him from his duties.
Mohamad acknowledged that serving as UMNO’s number two comes with a heavy responsibility, particularly in offering steadfast support to the President.
He added that the party’s priority now is to reestablish itself as a strong voice for the people, especially in defending the rights of Malays and Islam.
“UMNO must come first. When we win, it’s a victory for everyone, like a full bus arriving safely. But if we lose, it’s like a single train carriage breaking away. Some may choose to abandon ship in tough times, but I hope our members will remain loyal and stand firm with the party,” he said. —June 29, 2025
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