RENTASAN 1536 | GEMPAR!! LAGI RAMAI MP PN BAKAL SOKONG PMX?

Summary

The Malaysian Prime Minister predicts more opposition MPs will leave their parties due to unfulfilled promises. Bersatu president appears to have vanished from the political scene with no statements issued. There are now two factions within Bersatu. The government denies its new civil servant pension scheme will affect Malays. Anwar reiterates the government's commitment to raise civil servant wages. Some politicians defend MP pensions as a constitutional right, but Anwar says new candidates must contribute to EPF. There are allegations that PAS kindergarten teachers are only paid RM600 monthly without EPF contributions.

Takeaways

• 👋 Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim predicts more opposition MPs will leave their parties due to lost confidence, as promises of governmental change have not materialized.
• 📢 On January 24, Tanjung Karang MP Datuk Zulkafri Hanafi declared support for Prime Minister, becoming the sixth opposition representative to do so.
• 🛠 Anwar asserts that the opposition's goal to topple the government will not succeed due to the solid unity and purpose among government parties.
• 🔥 Criticism is directed at the National Alliance for giving false promises, further eroding MPs' confidence in the coalition.
• 👥 The government is open to cooperating with all parties, including the opposition, with a primary focus on national unity and development.
• 🚨 A claim suggests 10 more opposition MPs will soon support Anwar, a move seen as significant for government strength and unity.
• 💥 Mahyadin's political presence fades as he becomes less visible and influential in the national political landscape.
• 📚 The government refutes claims that a new hiring policy for civil servants without pension benefits will harm Malays, emphasizing a long-term plan to avoid financial risks.
• 💰 Opposition to the pension reform includes concerns over the impact on civil servant motivation and potential constitutional challenges.
• 👏 The government's commitment to reviewing civil servant wages and the introduction of new employment terms aims at financial sustainability and addressing long-term liabilities.

Q & A

What did the Prime Minister predict regarding opposition MPs leaving their parties?

The Prime Minister predicted that more opposition MPs will leave their parties because they have lost confidence due to unfulfilled promises of change by the government.

How many opposition MPs have declared their support for the Prime Minister so far?

As of January 24, 6 opposition MPs have declared their support for the Prime Minister, with MP Tanjung Karang being the latest.

What are the two camps said to exist within Bersatu currently?

The two camps are the president's camp and the secretary-general's camp.

What was the anti-climactic incident regarding Mahyaddin's announcement to retire?

Mahyaddin announced he would not run in the next party elections but retracted the decision the next day after discussing with his wife.

What is the monthly salary allegedly received by PASTI teachers?

PASTI teachers allegedly only receive between RM400-RM600 monthly, way below the RM1,500 minimum wage.

What is the main factor said to be causing opposition MPs to defect?

The main factor is claimed to be financial problems as the MPs have not received any allocations to develop their constituencies.

What is the estimated pension cost projected by 2040 if the current system continues?

The pension cost by 2040 is projected to reach RM102 billion annually if the current pension system remains unchanged.

What constitutional amendment is required to abolish MP and Minister pensions?

Abolishing MP and Minister pensions requires a constitutional amendment as it is currently tied to constitutional guarantees.

What moral obligation did the PM say politicians with multiple pensions should fulfill?

The PM said politicians receiving multiple pensions should fulfill their moral obligation by rejecting the other pensions and choosing to receive only one.

What was PAS's response to the new civil service hiring scheme without pensions?

PAS said the government should be responsible for finding funds to pay civil service pensions rather than abolishing the pension scheme altogether.