SEBERANG JAYA: Barisan Nasional (BN), particularly Umno, has been told to close the old book and open a new one in their cooperation with Pakatan Harapan (PH) to ensure the coalition's victory in the upcoming state elections.
BN chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said he used to be 'allergic' to the Rocket, drawing reference to DAP, in the past.
"Previously, it was 'lawan tetap lawan'. But, why should we continue fighting?
"We should work together to ensure our victory and strengthen the unity government," he said in his speech at the Jelajah Perpaduan Madani and launch of the Perpaduan machinery here late last night.
The launch was officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Zahid said togetherness and compatibility were important in their cooperation.
He said he met with the Penang state Umno machinery yesterday, and they promised him what wherever PH was contesting, the BN machinery would be there to help.
"In the case of Penang, we are confident of retaining the state. Even the prime minister has confirmed that incumbent Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow would be the Chief Minister should the coalition win in the upcoming state election.
"Chow, remember I am your brother. I am going to deliver my Adun (elected representatives) to you. We would like to have our share of take as well.
"This is not a question of power but togetherness. When we are committed, we will implement it with full commitment to strengthen the unity government.
"Chow, this is BN's first time as a partner. There will be no flip flop. When we promise, we fulfil them. That is our commitment," he added.
Zahid also revealed that Islam was never threatened under the unity government.
"(Transport Minister) Anthony Loke sits on my right during Cabinet meetings. Never has he raised any anti-Islam issue.
"He (Loke) agrees with whatever the Prime Minister says," he said.