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Expelled Bersatu Deputy Declares Muhyiddin His Top Rival

2/15/2026

Summary

Hamzah Declares Rivalry

Hamzah Zainuddin, the sacked deputy president of Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia, named Muhyiddin Yassin (Bersatu) his No. 1 enemy after February 13.
He claims support from 19 of 25 Bersatu MPs and will not appeal his expulsion.
The party's disciplinary board cites allegations of sabotage against Hamzah.
Muhyiddin Yassin, a Bersatu leader, defends the expulsions as necessary for party unity and says he acted in good faith.

History

Historical Context

Malaysia's political landscape has been tumultuous since the 1969 racial riots, which prompted the New Economic Policy to foster unity. The United Malays National Organization (UMNO) and Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (BERSATU) emerged amid ongoing factionalism. The 2020 Sheraton Move led to significant government changes, culminating in a 2022 snap election that underscored the challenges of Malaysia's multi-ethnic identity and political stability.

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Hamzah Declares Rivalry

Hamzah Zainuddin, the sacked deputy president of Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia, named Muhyiddin Yassin (Bersatu) his No. 1 enemy after February 13.
He claims support from 19 of 25 Bersatu MPs and will not appeal his expulsion.
The party's disciplinary board cites allegations of sabotage against Hamzah.
Muhyiddin Yassin, a Bersatu leader, defends the expulsions as necessary for party unity and says he acted in good faith.

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