Why did Ahmad Maslan withdraw his deputy Speaker candidacy?

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Ahmad Maslan Withdrew Candidacy to Focus on Party Role

Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan withdrew his candidacy for the deputy Dewan Rakyat Speaker post on October 7, stating his intention to concentrate on his responsibilities within Umno. This decision came after his nomination for the position by the government on September 8, following the resignation of Pengerang MP Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said.
Focus on Party Responsibilities

Ahmad Maslan, who serves as Umno's secretary-general, cited the need to focus on his party role as the reason for stepping back from the deputy Speaker candidacy. While the specific details of these party responsibilities and how they might conflict with the demands of the deputy Speaker role are not elaborated upon, the statement indicates a prioritization of his existing duties within Umno.
Historical Nomination for Deputy Speaker

The withdrawal by Ahmad Maslan paved the way for another Umno candidate, Cameron Highlands MP Datuk Ramli Mohd Nor, to be nominated. Ramli's nomination is historic as he is the first Orang Asli to be put forward for the deputy Dewan Rakyat Speaker position. This nomination was agreed upon by Umno president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, and the submission deadline for candidates was October 7, ahead of Parliament's resumption on October 25.

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