Zahid takes subtle dig at Akmal, urges acceptance of criticism 'without shortcuts'

Dania Kamal AryfPublished: Jan 8, 2026 4:04 PM | Updated: Jan 8, 2026 6:17 PM

In a veiled jab against Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh, party president and Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has reminded Umno Youth leaders to accept criticism without “taking shortcuts” in avoiding accountability.

According to New Straits Times, Zahid (above, right) emphasised that politicians who criticise others must also be ready to face criticism, highlighting that different views were an inherent part of politics...

This was after the Umno Youth chief talked about 'stepping down'.

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