"I want Bersatu to be more than a mere political party" - Muhyiddin envisions

SHAH ALAM - Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin envisions Parti Pribumi Bersatu transcending its role, aspiring to become more than a mere political party and to evolve into an institution that actively contributes to shaping the future of our nation.

In an exclusive interview with Sinar, Muhyiddin, who is also the chairman of Perikatan Nasional (PN), has articulated his mission to transform Bersatu into a 21st-century political entity, ensuring its perpetual relevance.

"I want to see Bersatu not merely as a political party but as an institution that supports the country's future. The qualities of integrity, confidence, and trust are crucial in politics," said Muhyiddin ahead of Bersatu's annual assembly this coming Friday.

Despite Bersatu being a younger party than Umno and Pas, with just six years in existence, Muhyiddin sees its relative youth as an advantage.

Looking ahead, he emphasised the need for Bersatu to evolve, not merely in response to current values but by proactively adapting to a changing global landscape.

His aspiration was for Bersatu to evolve into a formidable political force, earning influence, respect, and admiration.

Muhyiddin highlighted the recent electoral victory, underscoring Bersatu's autonomy and collaboration with Pas to bolster its image.

The goal was to provide a clear roadmap through the Political Action Taskforce (PAT), fostering a comprehensive understanding of necessary actions, with the hope that Bersatu's position becomes a mass political movement that is both influential and respected.

Addressing perceptions of Bersatu's weakness, Muhyiddin emphasised the party's achievements in the recent elections, asserting honesty and integrity as crucial components of their approach.

He acknowledges the importance of confidence, trust, and integrity in politics, essential for societal and voter evaluation.

Recognizing the evolving challenges faced by Malays, Muhyiddin stated the party's commitment to being proactive in addressing economic concerns and advocating for the Malays' future well-being.

He underscores the necessity for Bersatu to embody not just a political entity but a forward-thinking force supporting the nation's future.

"The economy is weakening; the strength is not as good.

“I don't think this is something that we want to maintain, so we need to be proactive to ensure that the struggle of the Bersatu and the partnership with Pas, as a coalition is seen with confidence," he said.

As a formidable opposition force, Muhyiddin emphasised Bersatu's role in shaping parliamentary discourse, particularly focusing on addressing pressing issues faced by the people.

“Bersatu pledges to scrutinize government actions and failures while putting forth concrete recommendations.

“This not only serves to underscore the party's credibility as a young but impactful opposition force but also presents an opportunity for reflection on achievements and strategy.

“Our focus is on voicing the concerns of the people and assessing government actions or shortcomings, proposing recommendations," said Muhyiddin.