Fadhli akui cabaran PN cari calon PM tandingi Anwar

PAS leader Ahmad Fadhli Shaari has acknowledged that Perikatan Nasional (PN) is facing a challenge in selecting a candidate to oppose Anwar Ibrahim in the 2016 General Election (PRU16). The chief spokesperson, Fadhli, stated that the coalition needs to present a figure capable of serving as an alternative to Anwar, who has been the central figure of Pakatan Harapan (PH).

Speaking after being invited to an audio program called Keluar Sekejap alongside former Umno spokesman Shahril Hamdan, Fadhli said that while Anwar has advantages in terms of appearance and his approach towards young people, it is not a decisive factor in winning public support. He used Anwar's appearance at a MotoGP event in Sepang last week, where the Prime Minister was seen sitting on a motorcycle with a group of young people, as an example of a successful image and public perception approach.

However, Fadhli emphasized that the strength of this image alone cannot be the determining factor in the public's support, as voters will ultimately evaluate the country's economic situation and its impact on their lives. Ultimately, Fadhli believes that the people want to see what they can gain for themselves, particularly in terms of their pocket money.

Earlier, Shahril noted that Anwar has advantages in international relations, communication skills, and leadership image, which he believes cannot be fully matched by alternative figures from Barisan Nasional (BN) and PN. Shahril also discussed how economic performance and the influx of foreign investment can be highlighted as achievements of Anwar's governance, in order to appeal to the efforts of both PN and BN in challenging the prevailing narrative.

When asked about the candidate selection by PN or BN, Fadhli stated that the matter has not been discussed. However, he confirmed that BN would likely prefer a Prime Minister from their ranks.