Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim asserted today that he will not pursue a political vendetta against anyone should he form his new government.
He also dismissed allegations that he made compromises with individuals currently facing criminal charges in order to obtain his parliamentary majority.
“Number one, this is an inclusive government so no political, personal vendetta against anyone.
“Number two, which is very important for us to appreciate, is that I have made it abundantly clear we are committed to reform, institutional reform, judicial independence and rule of law.
“No question with cutting deals with individuals as alleged by some quarters. It is completely irrelevant and irresponsible,” he told a press conference today.
Anwar reiterated that Muhyiddin Yassin’s administration had collapsed and that he had sent the latter an olive branch.
“Based on the latest developments, I still believe that Muhyiddin’s government has collapsed,” he said.
To a question, Anwar said he had no direct contact with Muhyiddin, but he had used emissaries.
“I said we can discuss whatever deemed necessary. As of today, there has been no response,” he said.
On whether Dr Mahathir Mohamad, who leads a group of five independent MPs, was supporting the bid to form a new government, Anwar was non-committal.
“As I have said, this is an inclusive (new) government. I am not in a position to deny anyone to participate, on the condition that they accept the policies and parameters which are clear in terms of good governance and institutional reforms,” he said.