Fireworks at cabinet meeting today? Anwar challenges Umno ministers to speak up

Melaka, November 6 — In a call for voters to select elected officials with a "direct line" to the Prime Minister's Office, Pakatan Harapan Chairman Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim emphasized the importance of strong ties between the federal government and state assemblymen. This alignment is crucial to ensure the efficient execution of development projects and the safeguarding of residents' welfare.

Anwar highlighted the PH candidates for the Paya Rumput and Kelebang state seats as prime examples of candidates whose policies are in harmony with the Federal Government. He added, "I look after the country, and I want those who represent us to help follow this line - they must follow this policy. So can our representative here, Tok Man (Datuk Azman Abidin) in the Paya Rumput DUN, help?

Let there be a direct voice to my office. Similarly with our young female candidate (Farzana Hayani Mohd Nasir) in Kelebang - pleasing in appearance, good at work, and hardworking." Anwar, who also serves as Prime Minister, made these remarks during his speech at the Ceramah Perdana Melaka Rumah Kita event. According to him, elected representatives with a direct line to the Prime Minister's Office would enable voters to address infrastructure, drainage, and socioeconomic concerns directly with the government.

Anwar urged voters in the Melaka state election to carefully assess their choices, electing candidates who genuinely serve the people and not those who merely exploit emotions throughout the campaign. During a separate event at the MADANI Sinar Deepavali Celebration, Anwar expressed optimism about PH's chances of winning the 16th Melaka state election on November 14.

He noted that while Melaka might not traditionally be a PH stronghold, similar upsets have occurred in other states. Despite the fluctuating nature of politics, Anwar expressed confidence that they could bring about positive change in Melaka to benefit the nation. The Election Commission has set November 14 as the polling day for the Melaka PRN, with early voting taking place on November 10.