Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar is among those being considered for the Perikatan Nasional (PN) Opposition leader post to replace Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin.<\/p>\n
PN secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan said Ahmad Samsuri, who is also the coalition’s newly appointed chairman and Terengganu Menteri Besar, has extensive experience.<\/p>\n
However, Takiyuddin, who is also Pas secretary-general, said no final decision has been made as all eligible candidates are being considered.<\/p>\n
“As mentioned by the PN chairman recently, we will announce the name by the end of the month or early next month.<\/p>\n
“What I can confirm is that the new Opposition leader will be a Member of Parliament from Pas,” he told reporters after handing over Hari Raya goodies to Kota Baru Pas area leaders yesterday.<\/p>\n
Takiyuddin said the number of candidates shortlisted was not an issue, adding that several factors were being taken into account, including Ahmad Samsuri’s current role as Menteri Besar of Terengganu.<\/p>\n
“We are assessing whether it is suitable for him to hold both positions.<\/p>\n
“We have had such experience before in 1999, the Terengganu Menteri Besar also served as Opposition leader, and there was no issue.<\/p>\n
“Previously, the PN secretary-general also held the Opposition leader post.<\/p>\n
“We will assess the situation and select the best among us,” he said.<\/p>\n
When asked if he would accept the role if chosen, the Kota Baru Member of Parliament said Pas leaders would abide by the party’s decision.<\/p>\n
“As Pas members, we follow the leadership’s directive. If instructed, we will accept,” he said.<\/p>\n
Ahmad Samsuri on March 14 said PN will appoint a member of parliament from Pas as the new opposition leader, with the announcement expected before the end of this month.<\/p>\n
The post is currently held by Larut Member of Parliament and former Bersatu deputy president Hamzah Zainudin.<\/p>\n
Samsuri who is Pas vice-president, said the decision was made during the PN Supreme Council meeting in Kuala Lumpur.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar is among those being considered for the Perikatan Nasional (PN) Opposition leader post to replace Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin. PN secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan said Ahmad Samsuri, who is also the coalition’s newly appointed chairman and Terengganu Menteri Besar, has extensive experience. However, Takiyuddin, who is also Pas 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