FIVE MELAKA PKR DIVISION CHIEFS BACK NURUL IZZAH FOR DEPUTY PRESIDENT POST

MELAKA, May 6 (Bernama) -- Five PKR division chiefs in Melaka have expressed their full backing for Nurul Izzah Anwar to contest the deputy presidency in this month’s party elections.

The five are Hang Tuah Jaya division chief, who is also Prime Minister’s senior political secretary, Datuk Seri Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin, Mohd Khuzaire Mohd Kamal Kannan (Alor Gajah), Azlan Osman (Tangga Batu), Jagatheason Ramiah (Jasin) and Md Yusoff Ahmad (Kota Melaka).

In a joint statement, they said Nurul Izzah’s nomination is not merely about personality or legacy, but PKR’s future as a progressive political party that continues gaining people’s trust. They added that she is no stranger to the party’s reform movement.

“From the start, she has shown firm principles, courage in speaking out, and relentless commitment in championing the agenda of social justice, human rights and institutional reform.

“Her experience as a vice-president, two-term Member of Parliament and social activist, including her recent recognition in the ‘Project Syndicate Forward Thinkers List’, reinforces her credibility and readiness to take on a greater leadership role in the party,” the statement read.

They said that in today’s dynamic political landscape, the party needs a leader who can serve as a bridge between the founding and younger generations and embodies moderation, principle, progressiveness and vision.

“We are confident that Nurul Izzah possesses all these leadership qualities. She has the ability to revitalise PKR, strengthen synergy with partners in the Unity Government and continue our struggle towards a just, stable and inclusive nation,” the statement read.

In a separate statement, the Tapah PKR Division also proposed and voiced full support for Nurul Izzah’s candidacy for the deputy president post.

Division chief Azam Afandi said Nurul Izzah, as a principled, experienced and reform-driven young leader, has proven her ability to champion social justice and advocate change for the people.

“She also brings the values of moderation, firm principles and progressive thinking to inject new spirit into PKR, while further strengthening the party’s synergy with its allies in the Unity Government.

“This is not about personality or legacy, but about the future of PKR as a party that remains relevant and trusted by the people,” he said.

Nurul Izzah had earlier announced her intention to defend her vice-president post in the upcoming party polls. The deputy president post is currently held by Economy Minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli.

-- BERNAMA