Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Eliaser Ndeyanale
Published on 2024-03-05 13:08:31
The United People’s Movement (UPM) has firmly rejected the Popular Democratic Movement’s (PDM) recent request to withdraw its two members of parliament, Jan van Wyk and Frans Bertolini. In a letter addressed to the speaker of the National Assembly, Peter Katjavivi, UPM acting secretary general Francis Huish accused the PDM of breaching an agreement that was signed between the two parties in August 2019.
Huish clarified that the memorandum of understanding signed between the UPM and PDM was specific to the 2019 elections and did not apply to future elections, including the upcoming 2024 elections. He emphasized that the UPM had actively supported the alliance during the 2019 elections through its efforts in campaigning, mobilization, and overall support.
The UPM acting secretary general expressed disappointment over the PDM’s request, stating that it implied that the UPM had not contributed significantly to the success of the alliance in 2019 despite its efforts. Huish also asserted the UPM’s right to operate independently and accused the PDM of attempting to mislead the UPM during their alliance.
Furthermore, Huish mentioned that the UPM intends to pursue legal action against the PDM for allegedly breaching the terms of the signed agreement. He urged the office of the speaker to disregard the PDM’s request, emphasizing that the PDM was in clear violation of the memorandum of understanding between the two parties.
The UPM’s stance on the matter highlights the party’s commitment to upholding the agreements made between political parties and maintaining accountability in political alliances. The rejection of PDM’s request underscores the UPM’s determination to protect its autonomy and integrity as a political entity.
As the situation unfolds, it is evident that tensions between the UPM and PDM are escalating, with the UPM signaling its readiness to take legal action to address the alleged breach of the agreement. The standoff between the two parties serves as a reminder of the complexities and challenges that can emerge in political alliances and the importance of adhering to the terms of agreements made between parties.
In conclusion, the UPM’s rejection of the PDM’s request to withdraw its members of parliament reflects a firm stance on upholding agreements and asserting its independence as a political party. The upcoming developments surrounding this disagreement will be closely watched as both parties navigate their relationship and seek resolution to the breach of the agreement.
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