Fahmi: PM clarifies judicial appointments, urges party unity
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said this following a closed-door meeting between Anwar and PKR members and leaders today.
When asked about the essence of the prime minister's message, Fahmi said several matters were clarified, including those related to judicial appointments, which he said had been resolved, with earlier allegations proven baseless.
"On the appointment of the Chief Justice, the prime minister said that all the slander and accusations that had been circulating have now been answered. The appointment process followed what is stated in the Federal Constitution.
"The names submitted were those recommended by the Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC). There were no names outside of this list, and the process was in full compliance with the JAC Act and Article 122B of the Constitution," he said.
Fahmi also dismissed allegations of interference in judicial appointments, adding that Anwar had welcomed criticisms raised by non-governmental organisations (NGOs).
"In fact, most responses, including that from the Bar Council, were positive and served as a reminder that this is not just about appointments but about strengthening the reform process and institutional integrity," he said.
Meanwhile, PKR vice-president Datuk Seri R. Ramanan said all parties should embrace the prime minister's advice and suggestions, especially on reconciliation.
"We must be at peace, act with integrity and remain united because this party is our family, our home, and we must protect it, especially now that the internal elections are over," he said.
In a related development, PKR Youth deputy chief and Kota Damansara assemblyman Muhammad Izuan Ahmad Kasim said the prime minister also addressed several matters during the meeting, including the controversy surrounding the Chief Justice's appointment, which he said had been blown out of proportion.
"The prime minister reminded members and voters not to be swayed by the opposition's narrative.
"The issues being raised stem from individuals with poor track records in the judiciary. He (Anwar) made it clear to members not to be influenced, because when the truth comes out, there's really nothing there," he said.
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