Syahredzan, Rara on mission to woo Malay youths to DAP

Summary

• Two newly named DAP CEC members, Syahredzan Johan and Young Syefura Othman have committed to increasing the number of young Malay party members.

• Syahredzan says while there has been more interest in recent years, Malay DAP members remain below 10 percent.

DAP Central Executive Committee (CEC) members Syahredzan Johan and Young Syefura Othman are determined to reach out to more young Malays and attract them to the party.

They said efforts to win over Malay support must continue, as Malay membership in DAP remains below 10 percent.

“As CEC members, we will continue to engage with the Malay community and strengthen support across ethnic and religious lines.

“In recent years, more young people - including Malays and women - have shown interest in DAP, and some have become party members.

“The effort to encourage new membership, including among Malays, will continue to be strengthened, as long as they uphold the party’s principles and struggle,” said Syahredzan (above, left) at a joint press conference at DAP headquarters in Kuala Lumpur today.

In DAP’s recent internal election, Syahredzan was elected vice-chairperson, while Young Syefura, affectionately known as Rara, was picked as assistant national publicity secretary.

Both are among the Malay leaders elected to the CEC for the 2025-2028 term. Syahredzan received 2,065 votes, while Young Syefura obtained 1,943 votes.

Previously, Syahredzan said he remained committed to being a “bridge” to the Malay community and gaining their support for the party.

The Bangi MP admitted it is not an easy task, but believes DAP can build trust among Malays, who have traditionally not supported the party.

Despite low numbers, Malays in CEC

Syahredzan added that despite the low number of Malay delegates, he and Young Syefura were given the mandate to lead.

“This shows that even with less than 10 percent Malay delegates or members, those who attended the recent congress still gave both of us the opportunity to serve in the CEC.

“It proves that our delegates do not judge based on race or religion.

“They assess whether a candidate is capable of taking the party to greater heights,” he said.

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