BENTONG, March 25 -- Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia last night announced that 100 members of Bentong MCA had jumped ship to join the former's Associate Wing, led by former MCA Youth secretary-general Datuk Leong Kim Soon.

Speaking at the event, Bersatu deputy president Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin said this was proof that Perikatan Nasional is inclusive and represents all communities, including the Chinese and Indian communities.

"He has declared that he has left MCA, so we are not talking about expulsion. His presence in PN is an added value, as he has extensive experience and strong grassroots connections," he was quoted saying by Sinar Harian, referring to Leong.

"In fact, more than 113 people have joined us through him, and he has me...