PETALING JAYA: PAS takes seriously the controversy involving a social media post by one of the party's division leaders speculating on the country's future leadership, says Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan.

The PAS secretary-general, in a statement Wednesday (June 25), emphasised that the post, or any similar posts, were the personal views of the individual and completely contrary to the official policies, resolutions, and vision of PAS.

"PAS is committed to and upholds the principles and reality of racial and religious diversity as a unique and valuable characteristic of our society that must be nurtured in the best possible way.

"Racism or racialism in any form or colour has no place in PAS, nor does it fit with the broader culture and national aspirations of this country," he said.

Takiyuddin said the appointment of Major General Datuk Johnny Lim Eng Seng as a Lieutenant General of the Malaysian Armed Forces is a historic event that should be celebrated by all citizens.

"The abilities, achievements, progress, and success of any Malaysian in any field is good news for everyone. Congratulations from PAS to Lt Gen Johnny Lim," he said.

Takiyuddin also said PAS continually reminds members to remain cautious and careful in their actions.

"Every PAS member should always remember that one of the conditions for becoming a PAS member is loyalty and obedience to the party.

"Therefore, PAS will not hesitate to take disciplinary action against any member who violates party discipline, including insensitive behavior that tarnishes national unity aspirations and creates disharmony and suspicion in society," he added.

Earlier Wednesday, Sungai Buloh PAS chief Zaharudin Muhammad had come under fire from political leaders for suggesting, in a now-deleted Facebook post, that Malaysia will have its first Chinese prime minister by 2058 following Lt Gen Lim's appointment as the first Chinese three-star general.