PMX responds to student's invitation to 'Uncle Anwar'
PRIME Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim took time to respond to a student who called him 'Uncle Anwar' and invited him to attend Canteen Day at his school on Saturday. Through a post on the Threads app, Anwar announced that he would like to a...
A student at Al Sakeenah Learning Centre reached out to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, requesting an invitation to the ‘Hari Usahawan Cilik’ program. The post, shared on August 21, 2026, noted the student's admiration for the Prime Minister, referring to him affectionately as ‘Uncle Anwar’.
In a response via the Threads app, Anwar expressed his desire to accept the student's invitation. However, he acknowledged a scheduling conflict, stating that he was currently in Brunei for business matters on the day of the event. Despite his inability to attend, Anwar conveyed his support for the Canteen Day, wishing for its success.
The Prime Minister's response appeared to be a light-hearted jest, cautioning the student against overindulgence in snacks during the event. Anwar's interaction with the student highlights the Prime Minister's approachability and willingness to engage with younger audiences, even if only virtually in this instance.
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