KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26, 2026 – Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has assured party members that the leadership will not be part of any “tebuk atap” or backdoor government, pledging to keep the current administration intact until the next general election.
Behind closed doors, Zahid’s remarks reflect growing tension within Umno’s top ranks, where ambitions for the premiership are quietly shaping political maneuvering.
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A Cabinet minister likened the relationship between senior leaders to that of a teacher and student, warning that politics has disrupted the balance. “One man is intent on a second term at the top while the other is eyeing his turn,” he said, describing the situation as peak “politik wayang” or political drama.
Within Umno, Zahid’s supporters argue that if former vice-president Ismail Sabri Yaakob could ascend to the premiership, Zahid should also have his chance. Critics dismiss this as a weak justification, noting that the race for prime minister often hinges more on numbers and tactical alliances than on merit or qualifications.
As Umno navigates internal rivalries and external pressures, Zahid’s maneuvering underscores the delicate balance between loyalty, ambition, and survival in Malaysia’s shifting political landscape.
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