PAS has refrained from naming a prime ministerial candidate as it does not have enough support to form the government on its own, says former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad.
In an exclusive interview with FMT, the veteran statesman said PAS acknowledges it cannot win enough seats to take over Putrajaya without an expansion of support beyond its traditional East Coast base.
That is why PAS is not inclined to name a prime ministerial candidate, said Mahathir, adding that the party was concerned that doing so may dent its chances of winning broader acceptance from voters.
“PAS realises that it cannot become prime minister on its own. It needs support from the rest of the country.
“Their numbers are not enough to form the federal government. They must work with other parties to form the federal government….