Anwar urges swift PKR polls to uphold democratic values

PKR president Anwar Ibrahim has urged that the PKR election process be expedited to facilitate the party's leadership transition in line with the democratic principles it upholds.

This call was among the key points in his closing speech at the PKR special national congress in Shah Alam today.

The prime minister also said the party’s leadership must be a combination of new and seasoned leaders.

"However, young leaders must not act hastily when given a mandate.

"It was the harrowing experiences of past leaders, who were humiliated, oppressed and branded as enemies of the state that allowed PKR to firmly establish itself today," he said via Facebook.

The congress, aimed at amending the party’s constitution, was held in a hybrid format to enable participation from delegates in flood-affected states through online platforms.

Anwar also announced that more than two-thirds of the delegates approved the motion to amend the party constitution.

Don’t fall for false narratives

In the same speech, he criticised certain PKR leaders and MPs for falling into the opposition's narratives to the extent of showing sympathy for those who embezzled billions of ringgit in public funds.

"PKR leaders and MPs should immediately counter and refute opposition accusations with facts, such as their failure to safeguard national sovereignty in the Batu Puteh case.

"Leaders must also clarify to the public the shallow sentiments claiming that Malays and Islam are under threat. In reality, only those who have stolen billions of ringgit in public funds feel threatened under the Madani government’s leadership," he said.

The Tambun MP reminded all party members and leaders to continue advocating for the people’s welfare, adding that holding positions is not the solution but an avenue to realise the party’s aspirations and struggles.

- Bernama

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