KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 7 – Umno Party are urged to respect the right of free speech by deputy president, just like the rights granted to the President of the party. Former Deputy Prime Minister, who is also Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said the barred of himself to speak at the General Assembly is an improper action.
He explained that if this right of Deputy President is denied, the implications for the members is big. He said this during his speech at Sultan Sulaiman Club in Kampung Baru, which was attended over 1,000 supporters tonight. Also in attendance at the rally were former prime minister Tun Mahathir Mohamad and Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Shafie Apdal.
The rally was held following a decision by UMNO Supreme Council which decided Muhyiddin will not be addressing the opening ceremony and opening of the three wings of the party. UMNO General Assembly will take place from tomorrow until 12 December.
