KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 13 -- Bersatu has firmly denied allegations that the party betrayed PAS during the political crisis in Perlis, which led to the resignation of PAS Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli.

Its president, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, said he was briefed on the matter by Perlis Menteri Besar Abu Bakar Hamzah during a Bersatu Supreme Leadership Council (MPT) meeting last night, and that leaders in Perlis had stated they were not involved, Harian Metro reported today.

"We categorically deny any claims that Bersatu was involved. Bersatu was not involved at all. Once a decision has been made by the Raja of Perlis (Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Putra Jamalullail), it is an absolute decision by His Royal Highness that must be respected.

"Bersa...