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Malay Unity Key to Winning Elections and Forming Government –Tun Dr Mahathir

Former Prime Minister Dr. Mahathir Mohamad has emphasized that unity among Malays is essential for winning elections and forming the federal government, cautioning that fragmentation across multiple parties will weaken their chances. In a Facebook post, Dr. Mahathir highlighted the enduring relevance of the slogan “Bersatu Teguh, Bercerai Roboh” (United We Stand, Divided We Fall), while noting that some leaders still equate becoming prime minister with heading a political party. He stressed that such thinking ignores electoral realities, pointing out that no party can secure a general election victory if votes are split among too many factions. “If you do not win the general election, it is not possible to become prime minister, even if you have support from the party you lead,” he said, questioning the emphasis on party leadership as a route to the premiership. Dr. Mahathir added that consolidating support is critical for Malay leadership to prevail, warning that fielding too many candidates in the same constituency could result in collective defeat. He concluded that the priority should be on unity and strategic coordination, rather than individual ambitions, to ensure electoral success

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 — Former Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad has emphasized that unity among Malays is essential for winning elections and forming the federal government, cautioning that fragmentation across multiple parties will weaken their chances. In a Facebook post,Tun Dr. Mahathir highlighted the enduring relevance of the slogan “Bersatu Teguh, Bercerai Roboh” […]