Siti Kasim, Adnan Yaakob in fiery spat over Orang Asli
KUALA LUMPUR: A heated exchange between former Pahang Menteri Besar Tan Sri Adnan Yaakob and lawyer-activist Siti Kasim took place earlier today at the Kuala Lumpur Courts compound.
Videos of the confrontation, now circulating online, show both individuals exchanging strong words in what appeared to be a tense verbal dispute.
While the exact cause of the altercation remains unclear, it is believed to be related to issues concerning the Orang Asli community.
Siti Kasim can be heard saying, "You only want to sell yourself to the Orang Asli?.. Don't be rude, you must respect everyone."
To this, Adnan replied, "Why are you interfering?"
Siti: I know them (the Orang Asli) very well.
Adnan: I look after them very well.
Siti: Really?
Adnan: You're only around now. Ask the Orang Asli in Pahang how it is. Don't interfere.
The New Straits Times has reached out to both Adnan and Siti for comments.
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