TAWAU:
Contests for posts at all levels to choose Umno’s top leadership at the Party’s general assembly in December is not expected to lead to splits within the Party, said its Deputy Youth Chief Khairy Jamaluddin. He said his confidence was based on the maturity of Umno members and leaders and their holding fast to the concept of democracy. “I am confident and believe that the voting will be smooth. Open contests show Umno leaders’ attitude towards democracy that still exists and is strong,” Khairy told reporters here yesterday. However, Khairy hoped the contests for the top Umno posts, especially that of Party Chief, would be done smoothly and in a healthy manner. He also said that all problems raised by Sabah Umno Youth would be forwarded to the higher-ups in the Party for urgent action. - Bernama
