Opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin has indicated that a new political movement he is currently mobilising is likely to contest in the upcoming Melaka state election.
Speaking at a press conference following an Aidilfitri event in Melaka today, Hamzah claimed that there is growing support for his cause among former Bersatu leaders and members. He emphasised that participating in the state polls is a necessary step, asserting that Melaka requires leaders who possess a clear vision for the future.
Mystery surrounds new political movement
Despite the announcement, Hamzah remained tight-lipped regarding the specific details of this movement. He informed the media that a formal announcement would be made only when the time is right, leaving observers to speculate on the nature of his new political vehicle.
The veteran politician also sidestepped questions concerning the possibility of him joining PAS. This follows his recent remarks about potentially joining a party that is already a member of the Perikatan Nasional coalition. Hamzah noted that he would prefer to align himself with an existing political party rather than undergo the process of registering a completely new entity.
Shift from Parti Keluarga Malaysia plans
The quest for a new political home comes after Hamzah was sacked from Bersatu in February. Following his departure, he had previously confirmed discussions about taking over a relatively unknown group called Parti Keluarga Malaysia.
However, those plans appear to have hit a snag as it was later revealed that the party had not yet been successfully registered. Its initial application was reportedly rejected in 2022. While Hamzah has alluded to moving away from the plan to take over that specific party, he has yet to officially confirm his next destination.
For now, his focus appears to be on Melaka, where he believes the public is ready to assess which leadership offers a better path forward for the state.
