Bersatu gaining more acceptance from the Malays compared to Umno - Faizal Azumu

SHAH ALAM - Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) is gaining more acceptance among the Malay community compared to Umno, says Bersatu deputy president.

In saying this, Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu added that Malaysia was going through an unusual political situation.

"Bersatu is gaining more acceptance among the Malay community compared to Umno.

"Therefore, when Bersatu joined forces with Pas and Perikatan Nasional (PN), it further achored its role to be the primary platform to champion the struggles of the Malays in the country," he said during his speech at the 2023 Bersatu General Assembly here today at the Ideal Convention Centre Shah Alam.

He also added that, as the opposition party, Bersatu continued to prioritise the people's needs and well-being.

"We, as the opposition, would voice the people's concerns and prioritise their well being.Srikandi and Armada play important roles too. To do so, everyone should rise and participate in national building.

"If we need to address any matter for the good of the country, speak. Speak with courtesy, manners, and wisdom.

"Discuss how we can elevate the standard of our national education, our national economy, and the well-being of our nation, and it's not wrong.

"Certainly, discuss upholding the sovereignty of the Constitutional Malay Rulers; it is a duty for every Malaysian regardless of race or religion," he said.

Speaking on the situation in Palestine, Ahmad Faizal said Islamphobia was a widespread trend globally.

"Bearded men are feared, and hijab-wearing women are bullied, which results in Islam being perceived as a terrorist religion," he said.

He said that when mass murders were happening in Palestine, especially in Gaza, there were still educated people worldwide who considered these attacks and killings acceptable.

"This is also due to the indoctrination process that has been ongoing, especially after the events of 9/11.

"Islamphobia is rampant," he said.