Azalina: Umno must look beyond elections, offer clear vision for Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: Umno must look beyond winning elections and offer Malaysians a clear vision of the country it intends to build if given another mandate to govern, said its information chief Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said.
Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said, Umno's chief information officer, urged the party to focus beyond elections and present Malaysians with a clear vision for the nation if given another mandate to rule. Azalina emphasized that Umno's "Blue Malaysia" agenda, outlined by President Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, should serve as a blueprint for the party and Barisan Nasional to gain public trust and prepare Malaysia for its centenary of independence.
The Blue Malaysia agenda sets four primary objectives: fostering a sovereign and united Malaysia, establishing an innovative and high-income economy, creating a prosperous and equitable society, and ensuring the country's global respect. Azalina stressed that history alone does not guarantee public trust; instead, it must be earned through future-oriented policies, realistic solutions, and leadership that addresses the challenges of future generations.
She highlighted the importance of approaching the centenary of independence by considering the kind of country Malaysia wants to leave for the next generation. Azalina cautioned against viewing the mandate to govern as a reward for a political party, and stressed that political power should not be the ultimate goal. Instead, it is a trust to build Malaysia's future.
Umno's Blue Malaysia agenda, proposed by Zahid Hamidi during his policy speech, comprises eight key initiatives aimed at generating wealth, developing human capital, broadening ownership, enhancing wellbeing, strengthening resilience, caring for the people, restoring trust, and protecting national interests.
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