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Free Malaysia Today
01-08-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Ex-Muda sec-gen's views on Turun Anwar rally his own, says successor
Former Muda secretary-general Amir Hadi recently said that the anti-Anwar Ibrahim rally had missed the mark and would turn off fence-sitters. KUALA LUMPUR : Muda secretary-general Ainie Haziqah today said that the reservations expressed by her predecessor Amir Hadi over last week's Turun Anwar rally were entirely his own. When contacted by FMT, Ainie said Amir's views on the rally should be addressed to the opposition, adding that the party could not be 'selective' about the kind of rally it should back. 'For Muda, we are very consistent and straightforward on what we want out of this rally. 'So whether it is a turn-off, we should let the people decide,' she said, referring to Amir's comments. Amir said on Monday that the rally, organised by Perikatan Nasional, had missed the mark. He said it looked like a 'rushed attempt to return to power' on the part of the opposition bloc and warned that it would turn off fence-sitters. Ainie's remarks followed a joint press conference by Muda and Pejuang on the arrest of four men, including Bersatu leaders, for allegedly flogging an effigy of the prime minister during the rally last Saturday. Ainie had questioned the silence by government leaders who had promised to abolish draconian laws such as the Sedition Act. She also urged them to speak out against the arrests, which she described as an act of intimidation against peaceful protesters. Pejuang information chief Rafique Rashid Ali meanwhile said that the government was being hypocritical in arresting people as it had promised to allow the rally to proceed without interference. He also questioned the need for their arrest. 'We have no problems with investigations. But why was there a need to arrest them?' he said, adding that the police should have recorded their statements without detaining and remanding them. The four men, who have since been released, are Furqan Hakimi, who serves as the executive secretary of Bersatu Youth's Perak chapter; acting Ayer Hitam chief Syafiq Aziz; Bersatu leader Badrul Hisham Shaharin; and Sijangkang PAS Youth chief Ikhwan Syaffiq. 'They are Malaysians, they have the right to protest, too,' Rafique said.
BusinessToday
27-06-2025
- Politics
- BusinessToday
▪ Yield Movement
Former Secretary-General of the Malaysian United Democratic Alliance (MUDA), Mr. Amir Abd Hadi, today clarified that he resigned from his position as MUDA's Secretary-General and Central Executive Committee Member in March 2025 due to personal reasons. In a statement issued, Mr. Amir informed that a transition process for the position has been underway since then, with Ms. Ainie Haziqah now having fully taken over as the new MUDA Secretary-General. Referring to the latest development where MUDA President, Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, was acquitted and discharged from previous charges, Mr. Amir expressed confidence that this would serve as a catalyst and a new beginning for the party to face future challenges, starting with the Sabah State Election and subsequently the 16th General Election (GE16). He emphasised that a restructuring of the party's leadership is necessary, and key positions, including that of the Secretary-General, need to be filled promptly. Mr. Amir also conveyed his gratitude for the Court of Appeal's decision. As a co-founder of MUDA, although no longer holding a position, he affirmed his continued support for the party and expressed full trust in the current leadership to steer MUDA forward. He also stated his intention to continue working closely on issues where there is mutual agreement. For the time being, Mr. Amir will fully focus on his duties as Executive Director of MANDIRI. He hopes this statement clarifies any confusion that may have arisen. Concluding his statement, Mr. Amir extended his apologies for any shortcomings during his tenure as MUDA's Secretary-General and expressed gratitude to the leadership and members at all levels for their excellent cooperation since he first assumed leadership responsibilities. He also hoped that members at every level would provide full support to Ms. Ainie Haziqah as the new MUDA Secretary-General. Related
